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Published by Finish Line Publications, New Zealand, 2010
ISBN 10: 0473177463ISBN 13: 9780473177461
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: As New. Illus (illustrator). 1st Edition. This copy appears to be unread with no faults. 1.65kg for outside NZ. This is the story of the little know Kiwi mechanic - Kim Newcombe - who , in 1973, came second in the 500cc greand prix motorcycle championships. Kim Newcombe was a rider who risked it all, reached the top - then lost it all. Killed in a crash at Stowe Corner, Silverstone, 12 August, 1973. New Zealander Newcombe had come to Europe on an overseas adventure, finding a home in West Berlin working as an engineer for Konig, the outboard and hydroplane specialists. Newcombe became the test rider. Newcombe subsequently won the Yugoslavian GP and topped the 500GP table. Then came Silverstone. Newcombe's achievements were singular and remarkable and his story offers an unique insight into the world of grand prix racing in the early seventies.
Published by Finish Line Publications, new, 2010
ISBN 10: 0473177463ISBN 13: 9780473177461
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Illus (illustrator). 1st Edition. Very minor shelf wear only and feels unread. 1.65kg for outside NZ. This is the story of the little know Kiwi mechanic - Kim Newcombe - who , in 1973, came second in the 500cc greand prix motorcycle championships. Kim Newcombe was a rider who risked it all, reached the top - then lost it all. Killed in a crash at Stowe Corner, Silverstone, 12 August, 1973. New Zealander Newcombe had come to Europe on an overseas adventure, finding a home in West Berlin working as an engineer for Konig, the outboard and hydroplane specialists. Newcombe became the test rider. Newcombe subsequently won the Yugoslavian GP and topped the 500GP table. Then came Silverstone. Newcombe's achievements were singular and remarkable and his story offers an unique insight into the world of grand prix racing in the early seventies.
Published by Finish Line Publications, new, 2010
ISBN 10: 0473177463ISBN 13: 9780473177461
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: As New. Illus (illustrator). 1st Edition. This copy feels unread. None of the usual fading. 1.65kg for outside NZ. This is the story of the little know Kiwi mechanic - Kim Newcombe - who , in 1973, came second in the 500cc greand prix motorcycle championships. Kim Newcombe was a rider who risked it all, reached the top - then lost it all. Killed in a crash at Stowe Corner, Silverstone, 12 August, 1973. New Zealander Newcombe had come to Europe on an overseas adventure, finding a home in West Berlin working as an engineer for Konig, the outboard and hydroplane specialists. Newcombe became the test rider. Newcombe subsequently won the Yugoslavian GP and topped the 500GP table. Then came Silverstone. Newcombe's achievements were singular and remarkable and his story offers an unique insight into the world of grand prix racing in the early seventies.
Published by Finish Line Publications, new, 2010
ISBN 10: 0473177463ISBN 13: 9780473177461
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: As New. Illus (illustrator). 1st Edition. This copy feels unread. None of the usual fading. 1.65kg for outside NZ. This is the story of the little know Kiwi mechanic - Kim Newcombe - who , in 1973, came second in the 500cc greand prix motorcycle championships. Kim Newcombe was a rider who risked it all, reached the top - then lost it all. Killed in a crash at Stowe Corner, Silverstone, 12 August, 1973. New Zealander Newcombe had come to Europe on an overseas adventure, finding a home in West Berlin working as an engineer for Konig, the outboard and hydroplane specialists. Newcombe became the test rider. Newcombe subsequently won the Yugoslavian GP and topped the 500GP table. Then came Silverstone. Newcombe's achievements were singular and remarkable and his story offers an unique insight into the world of grand prix racing in the early seventies.
Published by Finish Line Publications, new, 2010
ISBN 10: 0473177463ISBN 13: 9780473177461
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition Signed
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Illus (illustrator). 1st Edition. This copy has light shelf wear and is dedicated and signed by Tim Hanna. 1.65kg for outside NZ. This is the story of the little know Kiwi mechanic - Kim Newcombe - who , in 1973, came second in the 500cc greand prix motorcycle championships. Kim Newcombe was a rider who risked it all, reached the top - then lost it all. Killed in a crash at Stowe Corner, Silverstone, 12 August, 1973. New Zealander Newcombe had come to Europe on an overseas adventure, finding a home in West Berlin working as an engineer for Konig, the outboard and hydroplane specialists. Newcombe became the test rider. Newcombe subsequently won the Yugoslavian GP and topped the 500GP table. Then came Silverstone. Newcombe's achievements were singular and remarkable and his story offers an unique insight into the world of grand prix racing in the early seventies. Signed by Author(s).