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"Faces of Formula 1 The Sixties" is a photo book by Hartmut Lehbrink and Jörg-Thomas Födisch that features 78 full-page portraits of 1960s F1 drivers. The portraits were taken by Dr. Benno Müller, a rural doctor-turned-photographer. Each portrait is accompanied by a one-page biography of the driver, providing equal space for both well-known and lesser-known talents. The book is beautifully produced on high-quality art paper and is available in both German and English. [Extracted from the article]

The later Stratos rally car is a full ten inches taller, a Ford GT40 measures 40 inches from the ground, and Pininfarina's Ferrari Modulo from earlier that same year is 3in taller. But even the sassiest job application in automotive history didn't work, as Lancia's bosses weren't even faintly interested when Bertone unveiled his dream car in Turin. And so Nuccio treated Lancia to a private viewing, at which its directors finally understood that they could actually build a compact sports car for little money and replace the obsolete Fulvia HF, win rallies and revive Lancia's suffering image. But your legs feel vulnerable out front in the nose - the crumple zone is basically your trousers - so even '70s Formula 1 drivers would file a health-and-safety complaint if team orders commanded the Stratos Zero as their mount. [Extracted from the article]

Books REVIEWED BY OCTANE STAFF AND CONTRIBUTORS Ein Blicke: die Fahrzeugsammlung der Audi AGRALF FRIESE with photographs by STEFAN WARTER, Delius Klasing Verlag, €59, ISBN 978 3 667 12529 3 Even if you don't speak German,don't be put off by this book's title- it means An Insight into Audi'sVehicle Collection - because, withno disrespect meant to Audihistorian Ralf Friese who wrotethe explanatory text and photocaptions, it's primarily a lavish picture book, anastounding behind-the-scenes look inside Audi'sheritage vehicle store rooms. Audi currently has selected heritage vehicles onshow at two factory locations: a regularly rotateddisplay in Ingolstadt, and a permanent exhibition inNeckarsulm. Running to 256 large-format pages andprinted on quality art paper, the book chartsa broadly chronological course through thecollection, starting with Audi's 1911 Type CAlpensieger and progressing through Wanderer,Horch, DKW and NSU. [Extracted from the article]

"Open Roads & Front Engines" is a collector's book published in 2005 by David Bull Publishing. It is considered a classic and features photographs of World Championship Sports Car Racing from 1953 to 1961. The book is filled with high-quality images on art paper, showcasing a wide range of cars from Fiat 500s to Ferraris. While the book originally sold for £80, it is now valued at around £500, demonstrating the enduring appeal of 1950s sports car racing. [Extracted from the article]

Books REVIEWED BY OCTANE STAFF AND CONTRIBUTORS A Quiet Greatness:Japan's Most Astonishing AutomobilesMARK R BRINKER and MYRON T VERNIS, £295, ISBN 978 0 578 34683 0, available from quietgreatness.com Bookof themonth Everything about this book isbig. The cars arepresented in alphabetical marque order, with thevolumes in turn covering A-L, M, N-P and S-Z, whilethere is a smaller, supplementary book for the manyappendices (including chassis and enginedesignations and motorsport results) and anexhaustive index, which runs to 40 pages in itself. From its weight (26kgfor the five volumes in theirslipcase) to the full title, whichis A Quiet Greatness: Japan's MostAstonishing Automobiles for theCollector and Enthusiast. [Extracted from the article]

Books Porsche 964: The Book 1989-1994Berlin Motor Books, € 99.80, ISBN 978 3 9814592 4 1 This is the latest in BerlinMotor Books' definitive seriesof Porsche publications. Back in 2018, theBerlin chaps launched Porsche 964, 30 Years, tocommemorate the 30th anniversary of the launchof that generation of 911. [Extracted from the article]

BooksAs Doug Nye writes in his foreword, Eric Fernihough looked like a 'stuffily conventional, lanky bank clerk' - but this obsessive motorcyclist briefly held the world motorcycle speed record in 1937. He died a year later in Hungary, aged 33, while trying to regain the record from subsequent record holders Piero Taruffi and Ernst Henne. This 512-page hardbackis an incredible piece of research, illustrated with great pics on quality paper, about a brave man who deserves to be better-known.TERRY WRIGHT, Loose Fillings Publishing, £85, ISBN 978 0 6459 327 0 6Reviewed by Mark Dixon [Extracted from the article]

BooksA novel concept, this medium-format softback is one of four volumes (the rest cover the 1950s, '60s and '70s) that draw on a huge collection of archive images, presented in a close-packed picture/caption style. Covering everything from concept cars to manufacturers' press shots to TV publicity pics to motorsport, the sheer amount of content is daunting, the ring-bound presentation rather low-rent (although paper is thick and glossy), but it's certainly a thorough depiction of the era.www.auto-heritage.co.uk, £29.99 plus p&pPHOTO (COLOR)Reviewed by Mark Dixon [Extracted from the article]

Books Book of the month Racing through Europe: the MotorsportPhotography of Brian JoscelyneDAVID TREMAYNE, Palawan Press Ltd, £400(standard edition) It's tragically appropriatethat this phenomenal book,documenting the life andcareer of Brian Joscelyne,arrived within days of hisdeath (see our obituary onpage 42). Brian was not a professional photographer-- he worked for the family estate agency business as asurveyor -- but he was a fixture at Europe's racecircuits from the 1950s through to the '70s, and hisglorious Kodachromes have been given the fullworks here by Palawan Press in one of its trademarkdoorstep-sized luxury hardbacks. [Extracted from the article]

KEVIN WHITTLE, Whittle Books, £45 from www.historic-lotus-books.com That author Kevin Whittle has eked out an entire book on the lesser-known Lotus 19 is comment-worthy; that he has effortlessly packed more than 150 pages of this portrait A4 hardback with pictures, details, history and stats is nothing short of remarkable. Developed from the formula-traversing Lotus 18 - the marque's first mid-engined racer - a glass fibre body was wrapped around a widened space frame and powered by a Coventry Climax engine driving through the "queer box". Whittle - as ardent a Lotus fan, author, racer and historian as you could hope to meet - covers every aspect of the 19: racing success and failure to 1970, mechanical spec (with lots of pictures), surviving cars and even his own rather splendid replica. [Extracted from the article]

ANDREAS GABRIEL and THOMAS NEHLERT, Berlin Motor Books, €99.80, ISBN 978 3 98 14592 6 5 This is the latest in Berlin Motor Books' 911 series, launched in time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 993-in other words, the final generation of air-cooled Porsche 911. There's a lot of personal industry insight thanks to in-depth interviews with Tony Hatter-the stylist in charge of the 993 project-and engineering project manager Bernd Kahnau. Back then, a certain Dr Ulrich Bez was in charge, having arrived at Porsche from BMW with chief designer Harm Lagaay. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the work of Paul Bracq, a renowned car designer who played a significant role in shaping BMW's design aesthetic in the 1970s. Bracq brought a new level of vibrancy and attention to detail to BMW's designs, using limited tools such as crayons and marker pens to create his artwork. The article highlights some of Bracq's hidden gems, recently discovered in the BMW Group Design archive, and provides insights into his career and contributions to the automotive industry. The article also mentions Bracq's departure from BMW and his subsequent work at Peugeot. [Extracted from the article]

And you couldn't askfor a much more experienced team to put it together:motor industry and rally veteran Graham Robsonhas cranked out more than 150 books in his time,and journalist and former co-driver MartinHolmes has attended a staggering 500-plusWRC events since 1973. The book celebrates 2019's 75th runningof what most of us would identify as theRAC Rally, in all its many guises. It might be argued that they could have putan awful lot more into this book and expanded it tomany times its current length, but equally it shouldbe said that there is nothing important that has beenleft out -- and a bigger book would mean a biggerprice. [Extracted from the article]

In its centenary year, I am really up to here with the Bauhaus. Because when in 1938 BMW established its Kunstlerische Gestaltung, Europe's first dedicated car-design office, there were almost no Bauhaus teachers left in Germany since they were mostly socialists and Jews who had found it prudent to leave. But soon the Bauhaus-inspired Gute Form movement exerted itself, the Bauhaus idea continuing after Hitler's War in Ulm's Hochschule fur Gestaltung. [Extracted from the article]

The author offers information scrapbook writing that draws its enthusiasm for some 150 years back. He discusses the work of a 1825 publication "The Scrapbook" that offers hints of arranging newspaper cuttings, mentions the John Poole's book "Manuscript Gleanings and Literary Scrap Book" that is a collection of poems, notes, letters and calling cards, and presents views of the Ephemera Society founder Maurice Rickards who describes his fascination for scrapbook writing.

A personal narrative is presented, which explores author experience of collecting old car brochures.

50 YEARS OF BMW M In this, the 50th anniversary year of BMWMotorsport, could the M3 CSL be the greatestM-car of all? In the CSL's case, the rear window is at the same angle as anyE46 coupé's but it's made of thinner glass, while the boot featuresa glassfibre forward bulkhead and a 'paper honeycomb sandwich'floor. "BMW", master manufacturer of civilisedsporting saloons and coupés, with a healthy dose ofcompetition success, mostly courtesy of M GmbH,founded in 1972 as BMW Motorsport GmbH. So yes, the CSL is lighter than the regular E46 M3,which was itself already an M3 of note. [Extracted from the article]

FANGIO'S GORDINI Success may have eluded Fangio at Le Mans,but this supercharged 1950 Gordini Type 18Sberlinette left a lasting impression on himand has a unique place in Gordini's history By the time Juan Manuel Fangio beganhis Grand Prix career, he was alreadyof an age when most of today'sFormula 1 drivers have retired. The museum opened in 1986 and in August1990 Fangio acquired the Gordini. Problemsarose with its customs papers and the Gordini had to bere-exported, to Fangio's nephew by marriage in Turin. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a book titled "Ruf, it's a Family Affair" by Bart Lenaerts and Lies De Mol. The book is a more affordable version of a previous two-part book on Ruf, a Porsche tuner. The book provides a concise account of Alois Ruf and his family, as well as showcasing the cars they have worked on. The book is printed on high-quality paper and designed to be visually appealing. [Extracted from the article]

In this article, the author offers information on restoration work in seatbelts and registration document of the 1963 Abarth-Simca automobile made from the company Abarth.

In the spring of 1952, JohannaMankiewicz, daughter of CitizenKanescreenwriter Herman JMankiewicz, was a sophomore atthe exclusive Westlake School forGirls in California. ' That last sentence might haveraised a smile from the man whohad spent his life trying to unravelthe mysteries of the universe,but evidently it wasquite a trickyproblem - Einstein gamely wroteback, offering some advice andsigning his initials, but when hiscorrespondence with Johannawas revealed in newspapers, anOhio high school teacher and aBeverly Hills dentist wrote in topoint out that Einstein's proposedsolution was wrong, or ratherthat he had failed to address theactual question. THE MARKET / Auction Previews It's said that children educated atprivate schools are more confidentthan their less privileged peers,and the story behind the yellowedpiece of paper pictured here lendssome credence to that theory. [Extracted from the article]

"Octane" features reviews of two books: "Renault 5" and "Porsche 911, 60 Years." The "Renault 5" book provides a comprehensive history of the popular French car, including prototypes, advertising, and unique variants. On the other hand, "Porsche 911, 60 Years" offers an overview of the iconic car's evolution from 1964 to the present, with a focus on rare models and excellent photography. Both books cater to enthusiasts of superminis, French cars, and Porsche vehicles, making them valuable additions to automotive literature. [Extracted from the article]

Ric Wood Motorsport, located in Stockport, has been transforming cars like Capris, Calibras, Holdens, and GT-Rs into winners for over five decades. Ric Wood's passion for cars led him to start his own business after working at a Jaguar garage and freelancing at a local MoT center. His expertise in reverse-engineering and dedication to historic racing have made his creations, including Weslake and GA Capris, highly sought after in the racing community. Ric's latest project involves building original GT-Rs, breaking records at events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed and showcasing his commitment to preserving engineering skills. [Extracted from the article]

The article in Octane magazine highlights the life and achievements of Alex Xydias, the founder of So-Cal Speed Shop. Xydias, known for his contributions to hot rodding, lakes racing, publishing, and event production, had a significant impact on the automotive industry. His legacy includes setting records, building iconic cars, and establishing educational opportunities for aspiring automotive enthusiasts. Through his work, Xydias left a lasting impact on the industry and continues to be remembered for his contributions. [Extracted from the article]

More than 200 pages arefilled with beautiful images,not just of racing cars butportraits of drivers, shots ofthe crowds, pit scenes andmore. It's aJapanese publication, whichmeans it's on great paper andhas super production quality,and it contains the mostwonderful images of circuitracing (not just F1) byphotographer Akira Mase. Books REVIEWED BY OCTANE STAFF AND CONTRIBUTORS Collector'sbook Great Drivers AKIRA MASE, Libro Port, 1981, value £100 Great Drivers would be in thisspecialist's top 20 motoringbooks of all time. [Extracted from the article]

Books REVIEWED BY OCTANE STAFF AND CONTRIBUTORS Porsche Carrera RS50 Years 1972-2022 GABRIEL/DIRICKX/NEHLERT, Berlin MotorBooks, €228, ISBN 978 3 982299 8 7 7 I'll declare a degree of self-interesthere: the original 911 RS 2.7 isone of my favourite cars of alltime, and this series of books hasbecome a favourite go-to on thesubject of the 911. Like Berlin Motor Books' other911 publications, the price of thisone isn't exactly at the budget endof the spectrum, but it's limitedto 500 copies and is beautifullyproduced, printed on semi-mattart paper and presented in aslipcase. [Extracted from the article]

The article in "Octane" magazine features a variety of luxury products, including a Porsche x Head 106 Series ski, a Nodus Duality II watch, a Quad 33 pre-amp and matching 303 power amp, and a vintage 'Guinness time' poster. It also highlights items like a Swatch New Gent watch, a Scalextric weathered 1995 Subaru Impreza 555 model, and a Lamborghini Miura 'Millechiodi' model by Matrix. The article provides details on each product's design, materials used, and historical significance, catering to enthusiasts of high-end collectibles and luxury items. [Extracted from the article]

Steve Saxty, a former Ford employee turned author, has had a diverse career in the automotive industry. His passion for fast cars and classic Fords led him to write a series of acclaimed books on Ford and BMW design. Saxty's transition from working in sales to becoming a successful writer and publisher showcases his dedication to producing high-quality, premium books that cater to a niche audience. Despite the financial challenges of the publishing industry, Saxty finds fulfillment in his current role and enjoys the creative freedom it offers. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Alpina B6 3.5 S, a rare car that combines the chassis of the BMW E30 M3 with a powerful straight-six engine. Alpina's modifications to the car, including enhancements to the engine and suspension, resulted in a vehicle that offered more torque and better handling than the original M3. Despite its limited production and high cost, the B6 3.5 S is praised for its performance and unique blend of power and precision. [Extracted from the article]

Fortunate to meet Prof Gordon Murray on several occasions, but sadly most have been journalist ensemble pieces when no conversation is truly private and few answers off-message. In an interview many years ago, Prof Murray told me that he felt the F1 would be the last time a car designer would ever be given a clean piece of paper and a blank chequebook to work with. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Nissan Skyline GT-R and its significance to car enthusiasts. It covers the different generations of the GT-R, from the R32 to the current R35, highlighting their technological advancements and racing history. The article also discusses the driving experiences of the R32, R33, and R34 models, as well as the cultural significance of the Skyline GT-R in Japanese car culture. It is a valuable resource for those interested in learning about the evolution and unique features of the Nissan Skyline GT-R. [Extracted from the article]

EDITOR'S WELCOME WHEN I WAS young (long before I coulddrive) I became fixated on turning a MiniClubman Estate into a campervan withoutaltering the exterior bodywork. I was perhapsprompted by the availability of a 'shellstashed behind the garage after my brother hadliberated its gearbox for his 1973 Mini 1000,and had loads of carefully worked out, quiteprofessional-looking drawings (some even ontracing paper for added credibility), but sadly Iwas equipped with neither the will nor the skilleven to start turning them into reality. The fact that the Bentley would neverotherwise have existed probably allows someartistic licence, too, which might be useful. [Extracted from the article]

Books Roots and WingsGestalten, £45,ISBN 978 3 967040 33 3 Peter Schreyer has been head ofdesign at Kia since 2006, behindthe marque's transformationalstyling maturity, yet it was Audithat put him through the RoyalCollege of Art, and his work onthe IT that brought him toprominence. He's known, too,for his Philippe Starckspectacles, and would surelyapprove of the paper quality andstriking graphic layout of thisstylishly illustrated large-format330-page book. It's beautiful tolook at and fascinating to read:an insight into the character,origins and aims of a Bavarianwho, inspired by Giugiaro, rarelygoes without a pencil. [Extracted from the article]

According to papers in the House of Commons library (commonslibrary. parliament.uk/uk-and-global-emissions-and-temperature-trends), the UK produces about 1.1% of global man-made CO2 emissions; of that, private cars produce about 15%, to which classic cars are contributing a tiny amount. The ban on new combustion-engined cars (except plug-in hybrids) in 2030, zero-emissions versus zero tail-pipe emissions cars, ultra-low emissions zones, plus the increasingly strident voices of the battery-electric lobby;well, it's all a bit bewildering and classic owners are understandably confused. Elliot is one of several experts concerned that the classic industry is trying to move too fast and perhaps in the wrong direction as it seeks to do its bit to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. [Extracted from the article]

"Oiling the Cogs" is an unpublished autobiography by Reg Bishop, a British motor industry PR manager. The book, written in the 1970s, provides a traditional insider's account of Bishop's career, starting at Guy Motors in 1923 and eventually becoming BMC's PR manager. The autobiography focuses on the business of selling cars, offering insights into ad campaigns and the launch of the Mini in 1959. While lacking personal information, the book includes statistics and occasional humor, providing a valuable perspective on the industry in the past. [Extracted from the article]

"Design & Desire" is an autobiography by Keith Helfet, the designer of the Jaguar XJ220. The book explores Helfet's career, which began with his passion for cars and led him to study design and eventually work at Jaguar under the mentorship of Sir William Lyons. The autobiography is filled with over 160 images, many from Helfet's personal archive, and covers his work on various projects, including the XJ41, XK180, and the creation of the XJ220. This book provides valuable insight into Helfet's perspective and is highly recommended for those interested in automotive design. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a three-volume set of books titled "BMW Behind the Scenes" by Steve Saxty. The set includes a book on BMW's design team, a book on the hidden gems of BMW's design sketches, and a book on BMW's art by design. The books feature a collection of design sketches, photographs, and artworks from various eras of BMW's design history. The article praises the high-quality production and design values of the books but suggests that there could be more content from earlier periods in BMW's history. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "Zenith El Primero" discusses the Zenith El Primero watch and its affordability compared to the Rolex Daytona 16520. The author highlights that the cheapest Rolex Daytona in the UK is priced at £20,000, while the cheapest El Primero is priced at £2100. The article acknowledges that the Rolex Daytona has certain improvements, but emphasizes that the Zenith El Primero is a great value for its price. The author also mentions the different case designs available for the El Primero watches. The article concludes by stating that the El Primero watches start at £1800. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the decline and eventual discontinuation of BT telephone directories, which were once a common household item. The first phone directories did not include phone numbers, as telephone ownership was rare at the time. Over the years, the directories evolved to include exchange names and eventually switched to strings of numbers. The article also mentions famous phone numbers, such as Scotland Yard's WHItehall 1212 and the Hotel Pennsylvania's Pennsylvania 6-5000. The article concludes by highlighting the environmental impact of phone book production and the efforts to reduce it. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Ferrari Testarossa, a flamboyant and extravagant supercar that was often misunderstood. Despite its appearance, the Testarossa was actually a practical and docile car to live with. The Testarossa was introduced in 1984 as a replacement for the 512BB and featured a 12-cylinder engine with four valves per cylinder. It was longer, wider, and lighter than its predecessor and remained in production until 1991. The Testarossa gained popularity and achieved sales of almost 10,000 cars. Today, it is considered undervalued compared to its contemporary rivals. The article also highlights the personal experience of the owner, Merlin McCormack, who has turned the Testarossa into a daily driver and has traveled extensively with it. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the unique and visionary 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Riva 'Serenissima' Berlinetta. The car was a collaboration between engineer Guido Cattaneo, Count Giovanni Lurani, and the Riva brothers. It featured a lightweight and rigid tubular chassis, independent suspension, and a brand new 2.5-liter Alfa Romeo straight-six engine. The car was manufactured by Carrozzeria Riva and was known for its excellent road behavior and elegant design. The car has a fascinating history, including being sold to the USA early on and undergoing restoration in recent years. [Extracted from the article]

Peter and Louise Morton, newcomers to rallying, won the Road to Hanoi Marathon in a 1972 Rover P6 3500. The couple, who have extensive sailing experience, chose the Rover P6 for its unique and patriotic appeal. The rally covered almost 7000km through Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand, and the Mortons' Rover proved to be reliable and comfortable. Their success was attributed to their consistency and cautious approach on the special sections of the rally. [Extracted from the article]

Like Oscar Wilde, Stuart Weitzman has the simplest tastes: he is always satisfied with the best. In 2014, at a cost of $9.48m, Weitzman bought the 1856 British Guiana 1¢ Magenta, an unprepossessing scrap of pink paper - but the only one of its kind left. Weitzman became famous as a shoe designer, but is better known to many as the world's most discerning collector of stamps and coins. [Extracted from the article]

Chapters cover planes first, then the cars chronologically via plan drawings, notes and photos, as well as the supporting text. Appendices on everything from reproduced internal correspondence to tech specs take up half the book, while an interesting addendum from Sir George White "clarifies" some of the book's recounting of the company's early history. JOHN D HOBBS, Butterfield Press, £145 As befits such a topic, this book itself is a thing of great beauty, printed on luxurious paper that smells great (sometimes you just have to sniff it, don't you?) and wonderfully yet sparingly designed from cover to cover. [Extracted from the article]

Now, thanks to Bartle's efforts, the Lafitte works quite well, although he thinks the engine should run better. This is easy; I just press the clutch, pull on the handbrake, and once motion has ceased I select top gear (which sets the engine horizontal, enabling it to be restarted with the handle) and, still holding the handbrake, release the clutch, which locks the handbrake on (obviously). Owner Mike Bartle is game for this, though we'll avoid the main road, on a hill where the lane from Ashridge Classics, the Lafitte's current lodging, emerges. Air enters it through six half-inch holes, and once laden with petrol vapour continues inside the hollow shaft on which the engine pivots until branching within the engine to the three inlet ports. [Extracted from the article]

The UK government's commitment to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, including a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars after 2035, is leading to a shift in legislation and public opinion that could impact the classic car industry. The industry, worth over £18.3 billion to the UK economy annually, is under threat from unintended consequences. Experts are discussing ways to reduce the industry's carbon footprint, such as carbon recovery through international offsetting and UK-based carbon capture. Synthetic and sustainable fuels are also being explored, although they are not yet commercially viable. Becoming carbon neutral involves considering every aspect of a business, including supply chains. The industry is working towards demonstrating that heritage can be preserved and enjoyed in an environmentally responsible way. As an enthusiast, individuals can offset their classic car's CO2 emissions and participate in the discussion to make a difference. [Extracted from the article]

Books Excess All Areas:British Kit carsof the 1970sRICHARD HESELTINE, Performance PublishingLtd, £27, ISBN 978 0 9576450 6 6 Regular Octane contributorRichard Heseltine started hiscareer in kit car mags. Even the paper this book isprinted on is the pêche-légère ofevery non-avocado bathroomsuite in the '70s. [Extracted from the article]

MUSÉE MAURICE DUFRESNE: This mammoth but lovingly curated French tribute to the machinery and tools of simpler times is a real treat Sadly, Maurice left us in 2008, but he will never be forgotten while his museum, which is still operated by his family, continues to attract visitors from all over the world. Maurice restored weaving and paper-making machinery to working order and all around these are carriages, cars, trucks, tractors, motorcycles, automobilia and the like. [Extracted from the article]

The 904 was pin-up material from the moment it appeared as a rough sketch on Butzi's drawing board, and the prettiest of Porsche racers has now been committed to 200gsm poster paper by the folks at Ecurie. £19.99. ecurie.co.uk PHOTO (COLOR). [Extracted from the article]

Headquarters in Modena, Fabio Collina is the guardian of Maserati Classiche - a vital link between owners of classic Maseratis and the crucible of the Trident flame. Collina is the man who enables someone who has recently purchased a past Maserati to find out as much as possible about the exact specifications of his or her car, as identified by its numero di telaio or chassis number. 'I started to work with Mr Cozza six months before taking over from him, during my previous position in Maserati', Fabio tells us. PHOTO (COLOR): Marc Sonnery's new book on the world's best classic Maserati restorers, with a lot more from Cozza and Collina, is on sale now. [Extracted from the article]