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Day One: An Automotive Journalist'S Musclecar Memoir
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In Day One, automotive journalist Marty Schorr recalls life on the front line in the classic muscle car era, thrashing brandnew cars that would become collector vehicles.Most musclecar books celebrate beautifullyrestored vehicles surrounded by hard facts; Day One tells the real story from the pointofview of one of the periods most respected automotive journalists, Marty Schorr. For the first time in print, youll get a unique perspective on what it was like to actually drive, race, and otherwise thrash what are some of today's most valuable collector cars.CARS, the iconic magazine Marty wrote and edited didn't rely on industry advertising for revenue. Instead, the magazine made money the old fashioned way, from newsstand sales, leaving it able to be honest and frank in its coverage of highperformance street cars. CARS magazine reported on both Day stock and modified cars, cars the traditional magazines wouldn't touch, like the ultrahighperformance vehicles from companies like BaldwinMotion, Yenko Chevrolet, Nickey Chevrolet, Royal Pontiac, and Tasca Ford.Prepare yourself for Day One to cover the most important cars of a given year, including: Pontiacs 19621963 lightweight SuperDuty 421 street and Swiss Cheese models Chevrolets 1963 bigblock 427 Mystery Motor and ZL1 Impala. Ford 1963 427/425 Galaxie fastback The 1964 Ramchargers The first 426 Street Hemi CottonOwens prepared Hemi Coronet A 1966 Olds TwinEngined (850 cubic inches) Grant Toronado, currently owned by Jay Leno A prototype 1966 Plymouth 426 Street Hemi Satellite One of two 427 SOHC Galaxies prototypes A 67 Royal Bobcat GTO Plymouths original 68 Hemi Road Runner Hurstbuilt Plymouth & Dodge 1968 HemiDarts and HemiCudas
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures nine and a half inches in length, three quarters of an inch in width, and eleven and fourteen hundredths inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has a total of two hundred eight pages, providing a comprehensive look at the muscle car era.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a professional finish that is ideal for collectors.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Martyn L. Schorr, a respected automotive journalist known for his expertise in muscle cars.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book is categorized under Classic Cars, focusing on the history and culture of muscle cars.
- Q: How do I read this memoir? A: You can read this memoir like any other book, starting from the beginning and enjoying the firsthand accounts of the muscle car era.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all age groups? A: Yes, this book is suitable for adults and older teens who have an interest in automotive history and muscle cars.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of automotive history, personal experiences, and the evolution of muscle cars during their peak era.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book upright on a shelf or in a bookcase, away from direct sunlight to prevent fading and damage.
- Q: Can this book be cleaned? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth to remove dust, but avoid using any liquids that could damage the material.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller or retailer for a return or exchange policy to resolve the issue.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, books typically do not come with warranties, but you can check the retailer's return policy for any purchase guarantees.
- Q: How does this book compare to other muscle car books? A: This book offers a unique perspective as it focuses on firsthand experiences rather than solely on restored vehicles like many other muscle car books.
- Q: Is this book a good gift for car enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book makes an excellent gift for car enthusiasts, especially those who appreciate the history of muscle cars.
- Q: Are there any notable cars mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses significant models like Pontiac's lightweight Super-Duty 421 and the 1963 Chevrolet big-block 427.
- Q: Does the book include photographs of the cars? A: While the book focuses on narratives, it may include some photographs to illustrate the vehicles discussed, enhancing the reader's experience.