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This is an exceptional collection of 23 vintage volumes of Automobile Quarterly, the premier hardbound publication celebrated by car enthusiasts, historians, and collectors worldwide. Known for its luxurious production quality, authoritative writing, and beautiful illustrations, this publication covers the full spectrum of automotive history, classic car engineering, racing heritage, and iconic marques.
The collection includes a diverse assortment of individual volumes spanning multiple years, recognizable by their signature horizontal format and brilliantly colored fabric covers. Each book features a detailed, glossy pictorial inset on the front cover illustrating historic vehicles, vintage race scenes, or classic automotive advertisements. The back of each volume showcases an elegant, minimalist debossed or gold-foiled emblem representing legendary automotive manufacturers and brands such as Bugatti (EB), Jaguar, Renault, REO, and others.
Among the notable items in this lot are specific celebratory editions, including multiple "20th Anniversary Edition" volumes. The books present a vibrant shelf appearance with a diverse color palette featuring deep blues, rich greens, bright yellows, warm terracotta oranges, crimson reds, and stark black tones.
Condition most of the books haven’t even been opened and all are in very good condition overall. The front cover pictorial insets remain vibrant and firmly attached. The structural integrity of the hardcovers is strong, with sturdy bindings and clean edge wear consistent with careful handling and shelving over time. Some minor surface scuffing or faint shelf wear.
