Ferrari F40

Motorbooks' Speed Read series celebrates the world's premier performance car manufacturer in Ferrari: The History, Technology and Design Behind Italy's Legendary Sports Car. From the first complete car Enzo Ferrari constructed in 1940--the Auto Avio Costruzioni 815--to the masterpieces produced by Ferrari S.p.A. from 1947 to today, they're all here. The Speed Read series breaks subjects into easily understood sections, Ferrari: The History, Technology and Design Behind Italy's Legendary Sports Car covers 50 aspects key to understanding Ferrari's amazing history, from racing to production cars to design and technology to the personal histories of key figures. This book will make anyone an instant Ferrari expert! Accessible and compartmentalized sections illustrated with commissioned artwork come together to create a package attractive to neophytes, established enthusiasts, and those simply curious.

The V 12 engine from 1,5 to 3 litres capacity. The cover picture shows a wonderful berlinetta Touring on the 212 chassis, this being one of the models that bridged the gap between the original 125 engine and the 250: the latter number has identified the most fabulous Ferrari of all time.