The book contains detailed information on each marque. It not only serves as an entertaining book from a readers perspective but also provides valuable data and specs for the collector. From production numbers to engine and coachwork information, Gullet has done his research.

For many car enthusiasts, myself included I have a deep conviction of being able to identify any car that has ever been produced. Lets just say European Style with American Muscle opened my eyes to a few automakers I’d never heard of.

For example the Gordon-Keeble shown below.

Every marque featured is assisted by photographs which draws the readers attention to styling details and cues that will help for future identification. The 117 page, soft cover book is small enough to take along on travels yet eye-catching for coffee tables or to have around the house as a conversation piece. It features over 100 Photos of the 25 marques.

I was so intrigued with the book I actually read it in one sitting. I’ve gone back to check stat’s and data on several of the marques since then. Overall, it’s a great addition to any car enthusiasts library and I would highly recommend it.

You can purchase European Style with American Muscle here online.

Gullet has more publications in the works which will take a closer look at individual marques similar to those shown in this book. His future works are sure to expand upon the foundation set in this book and may possibly be offered as a set accompanying European Style with American Muscle.

I look forward to seeing more of Gullets brilliant publications.

About The Author

Mike Gullet writes about classic cars, racecars and other cars that interest him. He also pays close attention to the makers and history of each car. He began publishing his own blog My Car Quest in November 2010.

He has spent most of his adult life in the technology business and has lived and worked in the San Fransisco Bay Area where he currently lives with his wife and cats.

The new rules mean you can’t simply avoid the need for insurance by not driving. For example, if your car needs some major work and you decide to switch to public transport until you can save up for the repairs, you will need insurance.

Another example of how the law could affect many people is the situation where your car insurance renewal expires while you are away on holiday. In the past you could simply leave it, take out a new policy when you get back, and effectively save yourself a few quid in the long run. Today however, that would be an offense.

Not having insurance at all times can now lead to a fixed penalty of £100, or a prosecution that can lead to a maximum court fine of £1,000. Under the law, your car could also be clamped, impounded or even crushed.

Don’t think you can take the risk of getting away with it either. There’s now a national motor insurance database that has details of every customer with a valid policy. The police also have automatic technology to recognize number plates, which means that within moments they can check if you have valid insurance and begin enforcement procedures if you don’t.

The main exception to the rules is if you have made a Statutory Off Road Notification. This is a legal declaration that you are not currently using the car, and also means you can stop paying the tax. Note that if you do this, not only must you stop driving the car, but you must also store it in a garage or driveway as it is not allowed on public roadways, even for temporary parking.

One unintended danger of the new rules is that drivers may wind up leaving things till the last minute and effectively being forced to renew with the same company rather than risk being uninsured. That makes it all the more important to look around in plenty of time and get the best possible deal.

HID Headlight Installation

If you’re looking for a project that takes some concentration and a few solid hours of automotive work, but isn’t so intensive because you’re out of practice, installing an HID Kit is a good project to start with. A typical aftermarket HID kit should take only an hour or two to install depending on the model of vehicle you own and how old it is, but you should be able to complete the upgrade using only standard automotive tools and the parts contained in the kit. Once installed, you’ll end up with headlights customized to your color preference that also shine up to 3x brighter and last up to 10x as long as standard halogens. Not bad for a few hours of work.

Body Kit Installation

For a more thorough and advanced upgrade project, try installing a body kit. No, not just a few exterior parts to touch up some areas that have worn over the years. Rather, you should install an all-inclusive, full body kit that will dramatically alter the appearance of your vehicle. Sure, it will probably take you a few days of work. But once those new bumpers, fenders and other exterior parts have been installed, you’re vehicle is bound to look like expensive upgrading work has been done to it, and you can brag about how you did it all by hand.

If you go a little too long between washings or you drive a vehicle with brakes that blacken your wheels, here’s some much-needed help. You’re going to love how well this cleaner works and how easy it will be to remove stubborn grime. Our Heavy-Duty Wheel Cleaner is a pH balanced, non-acidic and non-caustic formula. Its thick solution clings to the surface, breaking down and loosening stubborn brake dust and road grime. It actually changes color as it works! Spray on, allow it to remain on the wheel for 3 to 5 minutes, gently wipe with
any one of our cleaning tools and rinse clean. I suggest our Wheel Scrubbing Brushes and Foam Swabs. Safe for use on any painted, chromed, uncoated aluminum and powder coated wheels. There are wheel cleaning products on the market that claim to be spray-on, hose-off, no-touch wheel cleaners. If you’ve tested them like we have you’ve discovered they don’t really get your wheels thoroughly clean. You still have to wipe the surface for a proper cleaning. Any cleaner that could work without wiping would be extremely harmful to the environment and to your eyes, skin and nose. Enjoy this fabulous cleaner knowing its safe and it really works.

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Ever think when parking your vintage race car or classic in the garage that it’s too close to the car next to it? Or worry your kids might take out the paint job while playing in a cramped garage or maybe your spouse might swing the SUV door a little too wide when unloading the kids and groceries and put a nice ding in your door? Well-think again!

The EZovr™ is a form of car dolly unlike any other we’ve seen. It’s so practical we wonder why no one has thought to do this before. Their slogan is, “Move it over with EZovr™” and it’s really that simple.

You drive right up on the ultra low-profile platform then you then “push” your car to one side of the garage and there it rests, out of harm’s way. The amount of unused space it makes available is impressive while also protecting your “baby” from those expensive door dings. When you’re ready to drive, you simply pull the car back into place and back out of your garage.

The EZovr™ is bi-directional. It moves from side-to-side. You can’t push the car in fancy circles and five different directions like you can with other products that force you to stop and adjust units on each and every wheel before you can leave your own garage. If it’s your residential garage where you park your car, who needs all those other directions anyway?

Currently, the guys at EZovr™ are building units for lightweight cars such as Alfa, Fiat, Triumph, MG, Porsche etc. with one model for narrow tires and one for tires up to 13 inches in width. Future models will accommodate heavier and larger cars. Here’s the website http://www.ezovr.com.

1.  Exoto Scale Models.

These are NOT your average scale model. Exoto offers the highest of quality miniature replicas of the great racers (and haulers) of yesterday and today. Have a look HERE.

2. Vintage Driving Gloves.

Keep your fingers warm during those cool fall drives with these classic styled driving gloves from MagicofMotoring.com.

3. Vic Elford 1960′s Race Suit.

This spendy outift is a must have for those historic rallies or a trip to Goodwood.

4. Griots Garage Car Care Kit.

Once again Griots makes the list with their cleverly designed and exceptional quality care care products. Give them a try and you’ll see why the worlds top Concours winners use Griots.

5. Craftsman Tools.

These have to be the handiest ratcheting wrench set you’ll get your hands on. The neck swivels to get into tight places. And Of course, you’ve got Craftsman quality.

6. Schuco.

Schuco has been the maker of quality tin automobile toy replicas for several decades. The toys are made in Germany so you can be assured they have great attention to detail and workmanship.

7. Inside The Archives.

The following description pretty much sums up why this is a must have publishing:
“These heretofore-unseen pictures illustrate a time that was unique. As the years have swept past I’ve come to appreciate how lucky I was to have been there to capture many of those moments on film.” —Jesse Alexander

8. Gulf Racing Jacket.

This iconic Gulf jacket is just like the ones you see in Steve McQueens movie, “Le Mans”. This is a must have for the vintage Porsche fan or motorsports fan.

9. 1970 Le Mans Parking Pass Decal.

I sought out to find the original window sticker as seen in in the front windshield of the Famous Black, 911S in McQueens movie, Le Mans . There are a few repro’s floating around but I wanted to assure a period correct rendition of this famous decal. I have made a limited quantity of these stickers available for purchase. Look for the paypal link here.

10. A Driving Life by Phil Hill.

“Phil Hill: A Driving Life gathers the best of these stories, each of them accompanied by dazzling photographs from Hill’s friend and colleague John Lamm.”