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Cars We Loved in the 1980s

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It was brash and it was loud – the 1980s put paid to the glumness of the ’70s and nowhere was that more obvious than in the cars we drove, which took a quantum leap in durability, performance, equipment and style. They had to: Japanese quality and European design were luring away ever more customers. Features such as fuel injection, turbochargers, computer-controlled systems and four-wheel drive became commonplace. This was also the decade that brought us the people-carrier and the off-roader, new classes of car that radically reshaped family transport. Meanwhile, seatbelt-wearing became law, the M25 opened, speed cameras appeared and ram-raiding was the new motoring nemesis. Relive everything car-related in Britain in the 1980s with Giles Chapman.


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About the Author

GILES CHAPMAN is an award-winning motoring writer. He has edited and written for numerous car magazines, and contributed to national newspapers. His books include My Dad Had One Of Those, Chapman’s Car Compendium, Cars We Loved in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, and 100 Cars Britain Can Be Proud Of.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fine and Fun

L.A. · 25 May 2017

A little coffee-table book, full of charm, but not full of detail. Good photos. Look elsewhere for more in-depth info, but if you just want to reminisce, it's fine and fun.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book

l. · 6 October 2023

Nice book as a gift for any car enthusiast. If they like watching bangers and cash they will like this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good pics and well written analysis on 1980's cars.

T.C. · 25 July 2019

An interesting read and overall a worthwhile purchase.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

A.C. · 19 January 2024

Very pleased thanku it brings a smile to my younger brother who has FTD Dementia dementia thanku you very much.Nick

5.0 out of 5 stars great book

B. · 11 December 2017

a good book for reminiscing. would make a great present for all ages.my husband and I both loved reading this and our children are enjoying it too. they are amazed at how much smarter cars look today but i kinda like the look of the 1980s versions

5.0 out of 5 stars Car Buff

C.S. · 27 November 2022

I have loved cars since I could talk so this is another cracking read for me

5.0 out of 5 stars Great series of books

C.L.B. · 10 January 2020

Perfect present for my car-mad family member at Christmas.

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book bot a bit thin on facts

T. · 13 December 2015

Nice book bot a bit thin on facts. Written from Brittish perspective so not all cars mentioned were sold on continental markets.

Tuffo nel passato

J. · 14 September 2017

Credevo che sarebbero mancate delle auto, devo dire che invece le ho trovate tutte e anche altre che non ricordavo più. Le note delle riviste specializzate del tempo ed il breve cenno al contesto stoico ne fanno molto più di un semplice book, Sarebbe bello ipotizzare una produzione video. Grazie.

No American cars

v. · 17 November 2017

No American cars - and book is very small. My fault for not noticing.

Cars We Loved in the 1980s

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Cars We Loved in the 1980s

Product ID: K0750958456
Condition: New

4.7

Cars We Loved in the 1980s-0
Type: Paperback

AED9160

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

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All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

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Description:

It was brash and it was loud – the 1980s put paid to the glumness of the ’70s and nowhere was that more obvious than in the cars we drove, which took a quantum leap in durability, performance, equipment and style. They had to: Japanese quality and European design were luring away ever more customers. Features such as fuel injection, turbochargers, computer-controlled systems and four-wheel drive became commonplace. This was also the decade that brought us the people-carrier and the off-roader, new classes of car that radically reshaped family transport. Meanwhile, seatbelt-wearing became law, the M25 opened, speed cameras appeared and ram-raiding was the new motoring nemesis. Relive everything car-related in Britain in the 1980s with Giles Chapman.


Review

Select Guide Rating

About the Author

GILES CHAPMAN is an award-winning motoring writer. He has edited and written for numerous car magazines, and contributed to national newspapers. His books include My Dad Had One Of Those, Chapman’s Car Compendium, Cars We Loved in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, and 100 Cars Britain Can Be Proud Of.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine and Fun

L.A. · 25 May 2017

A little coffee-table book, full of charm, but not full of detail. Good photos. Look elsewhere for more in-depth info, but if you just want to reminisce, it's fine and fun.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book

l. · 6 October 2023

Nice book as a gift for any car enthusiast. If they like watching bangers and cash they will like this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good pics and well written analysis on 1980's cars.

T.C. · 25 July 2019

An interesting read and overall a worthwhile purchase.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

A.C. · 19 January 2024

Very pleased thanku it brings a smile to my younger brother who has FTD Dementia dementia thanku you very much.Nick

5.0 out of 5 stars great book

B. · 11 December 2017

a good book for reminiscing. would make a great present for all ages.my husband and I both loved reading this and our children are enjoying it too. they are amazed at how much smarter cars look today but i kinda like the look of the 1980s versions

5.0 out of 5 stars Car Buff

C.S. · 27 November 2022

I have loved cars since I could talk so this is another cracking read for me

5.0 out of 5 stars Great series of books

C.L.B. · 10 January 2020

Perfect present for my car-mad family member at Christmas.

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book bot a bit thin on facts

T. · 13 December 2015

Nice book bot a bit thin on facts. Written from Brittish perspective so not all cars mentioned were sold on continental markets.

Tuffo nel passato

J. · 14 September 2017

Credevo che sarebbero mancate delle auto, devo dire che invece le ho trovate tutte e anche altre che non ricordavo più. Le note delle riviste specializzate del tempo ed il breve cenno al contesto stoico ne fanno molto più di un semplice book, Sarebbe bello ipotizzare una produzione video. Grazie.

No American cars

v. · 17 November 2017

No American cars - and book is very small. My fault for not noticing.

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