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Book SynopsisFollowing on from Jim Stringer's first book `An Austin Anthology,' this second volume features 20 more stories relating to the Austin Motor Company, its products and the people who purchased them. The author takes a look at the very first Austin to be built, and discovers why it was able to be offered to the public so quickly after the Company's formation only a few month's earlier. He also uncovers how the single-cylinder Austin Seven, whilst designed at Longbridge, was actually built at the Swift Motor Car factory in Coventry, and offered as a Swift or an Austin. In 1908 Herbert Austin produced four 100hp racing cars to compete at the French Grand Prix in Dieppe. But what happened to them afterwards? And is the only survivor, now on display at the British Heritage Museum, Gaydon as genuine as it would appear? And then there is the story of Daisy Fearon, whose only means of transport was a 1928 Austin which she'd owned since 1931. As Daisy aged, her driving became less and less predictable, causing those who knew her to run for cover when she was seen at the wheel. An amusing and nostalgic collection of stories, illustrated with original period photographs, An Austin Anthology II is bound to entertain and delight all Austin enthusiasts.
Trade ReviewAmusing and fascinating insiders' tales from the early days of Austin. Classic Cars --- Enjoy. Big End/All Torque ---The book makes a welcome addition to the history of Austin and Pre War motoring and cars. Dorset Austin 7 Club Magazine --- THIS tells a further series of stories about Austins with charm, humour and period photos ... This is fun, and good for younger enthusiasts. Auto Express --- an amusing and entertaining book of trivia that will be new info to many. Classic Car Weekly --- A fun, amusing and nostalgic collection of stories, illustrated with original period photographs, this should delight all Austin enthusiasts. Classic Driver. James Stringer, Vice President of the Vintage Austin Register, has once again excelled in this new Austin Anthology book. His encyclopaedic knowledge of the Austin marque knows no bounds and coupled with what must have been very extensive research has resulted in a twenty two more articles on all things Austin. A fascinating insight ... Jim's style holds the reader and with the many illustrations makes it a book you don't want to put down. It's well worth a buy. - Austin Seven Clubs Association. Austin historian and author James Stringer's new book is even more impressive and more revealing than his first. This superbly illustrated, thoroughly researched 112-page expose of some 22 previously little-known stories is a must for true Austin devotees and vintage/classic car enthusiasts, or all persuasions and interests. This is a thoroughly enjoyable read. - County Counsel. --- Something for everyone. - The Vintage Austin Magazine. It should inform and amuse any Austin enthusiast. - New Zealand Classic Car. --- will certainly find favour among marque enthusiasts. - Classic & Sports Car
Table of Contents1 The very first Austin. 2 Wos ist mein Dixi. 3 Liquorice Sweets collector cards. 4 Zita Austin's Nanny. 5 The mystery of two garages. 6 The Austin 7 which ran on rails. 7 Driving Miss Daisy. 8 Singing about the Austin 7. 9 Alf Depper - an Austin Pioneer. 10 Maple Leaf IV. 11 Funny little Austin 7's. 12 A funny thing happened on the way to the cemetery. 13 Sergeant Murphy. 14 No. 45. 15 The Rear engine Austin. 16 Don't Try This at Home. 17 I am the only manager here. 18 The 100 hp Austin's. 19 Taking a Swift look at the Austin Seven. 20 And Finally.
