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Rare Cars - The World's Most Exclusive Rides

By Assouline

Description

Rare Cars is a celebration of automotive art and engineering brilliance, showcasing vehicles so exclusive they transcend transportation to become true masterpieces. Rare Cars: The World's Most Exclusive Rides by Assouline curates more than 40 extraordinary automobiles from 1931 to the present day.

Selected by automotive journalist A.J. Baime, the collection highlights groundbreaking technical innovations, legendary racing pedigrees, and exceptional rarity, from the 1947 Ferrari 125 S that launched a dynasty to James Dean’s iconic Porsche 550 Spyder, the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé, and unique creations such as the 24-karat gold-plated DeLorean.

Featuring 203 stunning illustrations across 304 pages, this volume offers an intimate exploration of the craftsmanship, heritage, and design that define the world’s most coveted automobiles.

Handcrafted with a rubber-clad cover, subtle rubber scent, polished metal plaque, and luxury clamshell case, this collector’s edition is both a refined gift and a distinguished addition to any automotive library. Explore more limited edition coffee table books in our ultimate collection books.

  • Page count: 304 pages
  • Number of illustrations: 203
  • Language: English
  • Release date: August 2024
  • Dimensions: W 40.6 × L 48.3 × D 20.3 cm
  • Cover materials: Handcrafted volume in a luxury clamshell case with metal plaque

About the Author

A.J. Baime is a noted automotive journalist and bestselling author whose work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Popular Mechanics, and other leading publications. He has written extensively on cars, history, and innovation, bringing deep insight to this celebration of the world’s most exclusive rides.

About Assouline

The largest collection of Assouline books is now available at Spacio. More than just books, these meticulously crafted volumes are celebrations of art, culture, fashion, and lifestyle. Designed to be treasured heirlooms and captivating focal points, Assouline books are the ultimate statement pieces for luxury homes, offices, and collectors.

Discover a curated selection of limited editions and a wide range of titles spanning the worlds of fashion, travel, sports, art, culture, movies, and jewellery. Each Assouline book is a testament to unparalleled quality, featuring iconic brands, exclusive photography, engaging narratives, and superior craftsmanship, making them the ultimate statement pieces for the discerning connoisseur.

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