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« on: November 26, 2008, 01:43:26 am » |
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I think it would be cool to dedicate a thread not on the party, not on the waiting for it to be published, not when it will be released, but just on the book itself. I don't have a copy yet, buy hope to get one soon. I did get to thumb through a copy @ Doug's place last weekend and it made some good impressions to say the least. I'm anxious to get a copy and sit down and enjoy it. From the quick flip thru I did, what stood out was how many old pictures that most of us have never seen, are all over the pages. Not the current, hi-tech, ultra resolution stuff you find in most books in 2008, which makes this book a star. These are pics from family albums and guys' shoeboxes, hidden away and protected by spiders.
I really enjoyed the pics of Schwimmer's Porsche-beige oval... the launch shots of that car are incredible. How I missed it at Baylands when I was 17 is beyond me.
The chapter on Mahaffey's split and its evolution to becoming "the fastest VW in town" had some pictures of that legendary car that blew my mind. Can't wait to sit down and read all about it.
Those of you that have the book, tell us your impressions.
Good job Keith, it's been a long time coming.
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« Last Edit: November 26, 2008, 01:47:15 am by Jim Ratto »
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Rennsurfer
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« Reply #1 on: November 26, 2008, 01:46:24 am » |
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Good call, Jim. Can't wait to get my copy. I'm also buying two more for Christmas presents. There were so many great old shots in there, I can't remember 'em all. Those are what I enjoyed the most. Glad that I was lucky enough to have the chance to read a few pages and see the pictures beforehand.
Thanks again, Keith. Superb job!
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lawrence
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« Reply #2 on: November 26, 2008, 02:02:26 am » |
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Jim, you are psychic. I was going to make a thread like this, but I wanted to wait until my book arrived. This should be good.
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« Reply #3 on: November 26, 2008, 08:10:40 am » |
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I'll post next week when i get my copy  |
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« Reply #4 on: November 26, 2008, 14:03:22 pm » |
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« Reply #5 on: November 26, 2008, 15:05:20 pm » |
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The COVER because Sarge is my hero!
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STRENGTH THROUGH JOY...........
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Russell
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« Reply #6 on: November 26, 2008, 15:12:55 pm » |
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The cover because my new car is on it......  Sarge, show them the photos  |
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Best Regards
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« Reply #7 on: November 26, 2008, 22:35:03 pm » |
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« Reply #8 on: November 26, 2008, 23:08:40 pm » |
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Too true Nicolas. This is going to make Christmas day a great thought. Kids opening their presents, me opening up my parcel with the cal-look book. If its anything like the last. My wifes's going to have trouble |
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jick
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« Reply #9 on: November 26, 2008, 23:31:55 pm » |
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very tough choice........
but for me the Mahaffey split section is awesome......the interior shots are something else!
closely followed by the Doug Mische Ghia story
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« Reply #10 on: November 26, 2008, 23:43:04 pm » |
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" but for me the Mahaffey split section is awesome......the interior shots are something else!" I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!! its mike and his car that really sum up that era for me - plus it runs a roller crank  |
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« Reply #11 on: November 26, 2008, 23:49:20 pm » |
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" but for me the Mahaffey split section is awesome......the interior shots are something else!" I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!! its mike and his car that really sum up that era for me - plus it runs a roller crank dude....hit me up anytime if you're bored, .....i'm living in Spitalfields E1, you're welcome to pop over and check it out (along with various other car books/mags (if you bring a green present ) cheers....Jick |
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« Reply #12 on: November 27, 2008, 01:11:08 am » |
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The cover because my new car is on it...... Sarge, show them the photos Hmm...? I can't imagine Sarge would get rid of the '67...? A certain white car maybe?!? |
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« Reply #13 on: November 27, 2008, 01:46:44 am » |
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My favorite part of the book is that there is a new book! I ordered mine and can not wait.
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« Reply #14 on: November 27, 2008, 10:13:26 am » |
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Nicholas has a point. Go easy, guys....
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« Reply #15 on: November 27, 2008, 10:18:38 am » |
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Mine is being ordered for Christmas too! |
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Lee.C
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« Reply #16 on: November 27, 2008, 15:00:06 pm » |
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Nicholas has a point. Go easy, guys....
Agreed, at least there are no pic's (sorry I didn't want to give anyone any ideas  ) |
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« Reply #18 on: November 27, 2008, 15:59:40 pm » |
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mine is order but i receive a mail from the seller because they said : It turns out rather difficult to get itself this article.  arghhhhhhhhhhhhh i'm hurry to have mine me too |
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« Reply #19 on: November 27, 2008, 17:06:25 pm » |
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i'm trying to see where i can get mine from. is this the same book?  how come the different cover? |
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« Reply #20 on: November 27, 2008, 17:28:34 pm » |
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i'm trying to see where i can get mine from. is this the same book? how come the different cover? That is the same book. Just a preproduction, prototype, Works addition. Very rare, only Paul Bates got that one. |
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Sarge
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« Reply #21 on: November 27, 2008, 18:07:52 pm » |
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The cover because my new car is on it...... Sarge, show them the photos Hmm...? I can't imagine Sarge would get rid of the '67...? A certain white car maybe?!?  |
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Russell
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« Reply #22 on: November 28, 2008, 00:04:16 am » |
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Red suits me dont you think ? |
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Best Regards
Russell
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« Reply #23 on: November 28, 2008, 00:16:52 am » |
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Red suits me dont you think ?  |
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"You can only scramble an egg so many ways."
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« Reply #24 on: November 28, 2008, 01:21:27 am » |
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Gwynn at VW Collectibles has the in stock (mail her on gwynn@vwcollectibles.com) and can handle European orders no problem – personally dedicated/signed, too. Ultra VW will have them in stock Monday or Tuesday, also. ( www.ultravw.com) In the USA, FAT Performance has a (very) few, and Motorbooks will be getting theirs soon. Ignore what Amazon says (ie, available January) as they are just covering themselves... |
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« Reply #25 on: November 28, 2008, 09:14:52 am » |
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I cancelled my command on amazon to place my order to vw collectible.
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empicolector
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« Reply #26 on: November 28, 2008, 09:43:56 am » |
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I cancelled my command on amazon to place my order to vw collectible.
me too |
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« Reply #27 on: November 28, 2008, 12:49:16 pm » |
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I cancelled my command on amazon to place my order to vw collectible.
me too |
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