CarTech®, Inc.
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© 2018 by Steve Magnante
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ISBN 978-1-61325-456-1
Item No. CT607
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1: 1953–1955 C1a: From Motorama to Main Street
Number Crunching and Press Commentary
Chapter 2: 1956–1962 C1b: V-8s and Fuelies Take Over
Number Crunching and Press Commentary
Chapter 3: 1963–1967 C2: Enter the Sting Ray
Legend and Lore
Body and Interior
Engine and Driveline
Suspension and Brakes
Number Crunching and Press Commentary
Chapter 4: 1968–1982 C3: Mako Shark Makeover
Legend and Lore
Body and Interior
Engine and Driveline
Suspension and Brakes
Number Crunching and Press Commentary
Chapter 5: 1984–1996 C4: Technology Improves the Breed
Legend and Lore
Body and Interior
Engine and Driveline
Suspension and Brakes
Number Crunching and Press Commentary