Hemi: The Ultimate American V-8 - Hardcover

Genat, Robert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 076031103X ISBN 13: 9780760311035

Publisher: MBI Publishing Company, 2002

Synopsis

Muscle car mania abounds in this fabulous coffee table collection! Take this high-octane tour through the design, development and research involved in producing the greatest V-8 in Detroit history. Firebreathing Mopars race to life in Robert Genat's stunning color photographs. From the 1951 Chrysler Saratoga to the muscle cars of 1971, up through the new-for-2003 engine, the Hemi's greatest racetrack feats and achievements are brought vividly to life. Packed with facts, cutaways and fascinating details on the most collectible Hemi-powered cars in history. Charger, Road Runner, Superbird, Challenger, Barracuda, Super Bee and the rest are taken for test drives in this powerful look at the legendary Hemi V-8 and the cars it powered into the history books. Contains coverage of Hemi clone and racecars. This high-performance history will quicken the pulse of Hemi fans worldwide.

About this title

About the Author:

Robert Genat is an accomplished author and photographer who has written 25 books for MBI Publishing. A self-proclaimed “gearhead,” Robert has restored two classic cars in the last 10 years (one of which was featured in a nationally syndicated television show), and has recently completed a chopped ’32 five-window coupe. He and his wife Robin own and operate ZoneFive Photo. Genat lives in Encinitas, California.

Review:

Mopar Max.com, April 2007
"Worthy of a place on your shelf...There are numerous engine close-ups showing well-detailed correct engine bays and engines. There are also many shots of engines which are perfect for the would-be Hemi restorer. ”

About this edition

• Publisher: MBI Publishing Company
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 076031103X
• ISBN 13: 9780760311035
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 156