Description: Raymond Mays' Magnificent Obsession Apps, Bryan Laced with fascinating anecdotes, Raymond Mays' Magnificent Obsession reveals a pivotal figure in motor sport history, and describes the author's enthusiasm for BRM, detailing his visit to Raymond Mays, in Eastgate House, Bourne, in 1963.Focussing on Mays' early years and successes in motor racing in the 1920s, this book follows his progress to becoming a national celebrity. His famous White Riley's successes at Shelsley Walsh and Brooklands are covered, leading on to the building of the ERAs, which - led by Mays himself - represented the UK in voiturette races on the Continent. ERA's story unfolds with references to all the races in which the team took part.After WWII, Mays' achievement in building an all-British Grand Prix car, with the financial support of the British Motor Industry, is detailed, going on to describe how, after many changes, a BRM driven by Graham Hill won the 1962 World Championship.With the help of Mays' letters to the author, this book covers the whole history of BRM, until its demise in 1976. Details Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.0 x 10.25 inches Item Weight: 2.2 pounds Shipping Weight: 2.75 pounds Manufacturer: Veloce Publishing Ltd Item model number: Illustrated Fast and Free Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay additional for shipping, especially slow shipping? We get your order shipped out within 1-business day and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!
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Brand: Veloce Publishing Ltd
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Book Title: Raymond Mays' Magnificent Obsession
Item Length: 10.2in
Item Height: 1in
Item Width: 8.5in
Author: Bryan Apps
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Topic: Motor Sports, Cultural Heritage, Automotive, Science & Technology, Sports
Publisher: Veloce Publishing The Limited
Publication Year: 2015
Genre: Biography & Autobiography, Technology & Engineering, Sports & Recreation
Item Weight: 39 Oz
Number of Pages: 208 Pages