CARRICK, PETER.

The Story of MV Agusta Motor Cycles.

Cambridge: Patrick Stephens, 1979. 0850593034. 1st edition. "Inspired by the drive, energy and single-mindedness of its founder, Count Domenico Agusta, MV occupy a unique position in motor cycle history. Their grand total of 75 individual and manufacturers road racing World Championships and more than 270 grand prix wins is an astonishing record and the factory's dedication to racing, with those memorable four-stroke machines of outstanding quality, attracted all the important racers of the day." (Foredword by John Surtees). 25cms x 18.5cms. Pp.128, black & white photo illustrations, newspaper obituary of John Surtees pasted to front free endpaper, owner's name to half-title page. Black cloth, dustwrapper. G+/VG.

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Book number: 49624

Catalogue: Sport: : Motor Cycling

Keywords: Carrick MV Agusta Motor Cycles World Championship Grand Prix Les Graham John Surtees Gary Hocking Mike Hailwood Giacomo Agostini 50863 Sport: : Motor Cycling