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by David Rowe (Author)
The Rootes Group, although only achieving a 10-12 percent market share, were the sixth largest British car manufacturer. More importantly, during the 1950s, more than half the cars they produced were exported. With every model produced from 1950 onwards featured in full colour and with detailed information - including colour schemes, optional equipment, technical specifications, plus other manufacturers' cars built using Rootes components - Rootes Cars of the 1950s, 1960s & 1970s is the ultimate book for all Hillman, Humber, Singer and Sunbeam enthusiasts. Cars produced by Chrysler/Talbot and Peugeot after their acquisition of the Rootes Group are also included. This book includes hundreds of original photographs, taken by the author at many car shows over a number of years, and provides a unique pictorial history of Rootes-manufactured cars.
Author Biography
After many years working in the accounts departments of four motor dealerships, David Rowe is now retired. His knowledge of, and enthusiasm for vintage British cars is borne out by his regular attendance at car rallies and shows; he is also the Treasurer of the Humber and Hillman Owners' Clubs, a member of the Post Vintage Humber Car Club and the Rootes Archive Centre Trust. He has helped build and race cars, enjoys driving experience days, and has written several books, including Ford Cars: Ford UK cars 1945-1995, Rootes Cars of the 1950s, 1960s & 1970s; Austin Cars 1948 to 1990, and Wolseley Cars 1948 to 1975.
