Cranswick on Ford Maverick and Mercury Comet 1970-77
«a good read - Auto Express --- Overall, a highly comprehensive and focussed look at a couple of very successful Ford U.S.A. products. Definitely recommended. - Model A Ford Club of GB Newsletter --- a good book for those enthusiasts interested in the 'malaise era' of the American automotive industry as well as fans of this niche model. - Classic Car Weekly --- Lavishly illustrated - which is vital when dealing with a model with which we may not be familiar - the story of the Maverick is also the story of the US manufacturers' attempt to fight back against the growing import invasion from Europe and Japan - Classics Monthly --- Marc Cranswick's take on the 1970-'77 Maverick and Comet shines a light in a topic rarely covered in print. - Classic & Sports Car --- Well-illustrated and very readable, this 160 page hardback is an interesting read. You don’t have to be Ford fan to enjoy it. - New Zealand Classic Car»
The Ford Maverick was a horse of a different color - four different colors, in fact. It was America's first modern subcompact; as 'The Simple Machine' it combined rugged Ford durability with looks that belied its bargain basement starter sticker. Les mer
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The Ford Maverick was a horse of a different color - four different colors, in fact. It was America's first modern subcompact; as 'The Simple Machine' it combined rugged Ford durability with looks that belied its bargain basement starter sticker.
Secondly, the Maverick was an attainable junior supercar. When ponies got pricey, the Maverick Grabber stepped in to fight inflation. And if the Mustang had the Cougar as an upscale cousin, the Grabber could have the Comet GT as its partner in crime.
Indeed, it was in the third area of small car luxury, that Maverick LDO (Luxury Decor Option), and Mercury Comet with Custom Option, were truly innovative. Ford was the first domestic to break the previously accepted tenet that luxury went with size.
Still, all plush and no sport makes Henry a dull lad. In Super Stock and Pro Stock, the Ford Maverick was raced by Dyno Don Nicholson, Fast Eddie Schartman and Gapp & Roush to victory! Overall, the Ford Maverick was a winner on the track, and in the showroom. Thanks a couple of million Henry!
Marc Cranswick's homage to the small US Fords of the 1970s is essential reading for all Maverick and Comet enthusiasts.
Secondly, the Maverick was an attainable junior supercar. When ponies got pricey, the Maverick Grabber stepped in to fight inflation. And if the Mustang had the Cougar as an upscale cousin, the Grabber could have the Comet GT as its partner in crime.
Indeed, it was in the third area of small car luxury, that Maverick LDO (Luxury Decor Option), and Mercury Comet with Custom Option, were truly innovative. Ford was the first domestic to break the previously accepted tenet that luxury went with size.
Still, all plush and no sport makes Henry a dull lad. In Super Stock and Pro Stock, the Ford Maverick was raced by Dyno Don Nicholson, Fast Eddie Schartman and Gapp & Roush to victory! Overall, the Ford Maverick was a winner on the track, and in the showroom. Thanks a couple of million Henry!
Marc Cranswick's homage to the small US Fords of the 1970s is essential reading for all Maverick and Comet enthusiasts.
Detaljer
- Forlag
- Veloce
- Innbinding
- Innbundet
- Språk
- Engelsk
- ISBN
- 9781787116696
- Utgivelsesår
- 2021
- Format
- 25 x 21 cm
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«a good read - Auto Express --- Overall, a highly comprehensive and focussed look at a couple of very successful Ford U.S.A. products. Definitely recommended. - Model A Ford Club of GB Newsletter --- a good book for those enthusiasts interested in the 'malaise era' of the American automotive industry as well as fans of this niche model. - Classic Car Weekly --- Lavishly illustrated - which is vital when dealing with a model with which we may not be familiar - the story of the Maverick is also the story of the US manufacturers' attempt to fight back against the growing import invasion from Europe and Japan - Classics Monthly --- Marc Cranswick's take on the 1970-'77 Maverick and Comet shines a light in a topic rarely covered in print. - Classic & Sports Car --- Well-illustrated and very readable, this 160 page hardback is an interesting read. You don’t have to be Ford fan to enjoy it. - New Zealand Classic Car»