When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its ultimate aim was to become World Rally Champion – and the 131 Abarth of 1976-1980 provided the machinery to make that possible. It began winning World rallies within months of its launch, and, in 1977, 1978 and 1980, the 'works' team also won the World Championship for Makes, and set every standard by which Rally Giants were to be judged. Was there ever any doubt that successors like the Lancia Rally 037 and the Delta Integrale would come from the same stable?

When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its aim was to become World Rally Champion - and the 131 Abarth of 1976-1980 provided the machinery to make that possible. Within the Fiat-Lancia empire, the 131 Abarth not only replaced the 124 Abarth Spider sports car, but was also favored ahead of the charismatic Lancia Stratos. By 1970s standards, the 131 Abarth was the most extreme and effective of all homologation specials. Compared to the 131 family car it was originally based, it had a different engine, transmission and suspension layouts, was backed by big budgets, and by a team of superstar drivers. This car was meant to win all round the world. Not only did it start winning World rallies within months of being launched, but in 1977, 1978, and 1980 the “works” team also won the World Championship for Makes, and set every standard by which Rally Giants were to be judged. The 131 Abarth was backed by a peerless team of engineers, so was there ever any doubt that successors like the Lancia Rally 037 and the Delta Integrale would eventually come from the same stable?

The entire technical evolution and the competition history of a glorious rally car enclosed in a single volume.

For 30 years some of the most talented and bravest drivers have battled across the continents of the world to claim what is arguably motorsport's toughest prize: the World Rally Championship. Now a multi-million dollar, global technology battle and terrestrial television phenomenon played out over the frozen wastes of Finland, the dusty plains of Australia and the sun-kissed mountain roads of Corsica, the WRC has reached its 30th birthday. This book celebrates that important milestone and paints an exhaustively detailed picture of the people and personalities who have shaped this great sport. The Complete Book of the World Rally Champions provides a biographical account of the 65 men who have won at least one World Championship Rally since 1973. The biographies are compiled by the sport's leading writers and historians and complemented by stunning photography. The book includes a detailed and accurate statistical career record of each driver, plus highlights of all the significant cars.

Obert's Fiat Guide is a compilation of ten years of C. Obert & Co's quarterly newsletter, Ciao! News. Written by the late Genevieve (Genny) Obert, the guide will "wow" Fiat, Abarth, Lancia and Yugo enthusiasts with fascinating and useful information. Divided into two sections -- articles and tech tips - the guide provides a comprehensive look at Fiats, Abarths, late model Lancias and the Yugo. Articles cover a breadth of topics from "The Field Spotter's Guide to Early Fiats" to "The ABCs of Fiat 124 Coupes." Tech tips are written with the unique perspective of a true Fiat aficionado, Chris Obert, owner of the Fiat parts and service shop, C. Obert & Co's (formerly called Fiat Plus). Enjoy the ride!

This book describes the birth, development and rallying career of the Lancia Stratos, Europe’s very first purpose-built rally car, in the mid/late 1970s, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport. Also tells the story of the team.

This book describes the birth, development, and rallying career of the Toyota Celica GT-Four, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport.