BEST VINTAGE FERRARI BOOKS in 2025
Mads van Appeldoorn
August 12, 2024
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All time favourites
Yes, I am known as a Porsche guy but that doesn’t mean that I don’t like and appreciate vintage Ferrari. The opposite is the case. But since I can’t afford the Ferrari that I would like to own, I focus on books until further notice. These are in my opinion the best Ferrari Books, the books you need to have in your Ferrari Book Library. If there is anything I should read and might want to add – let me know!
Ferrari
This book is considered the bible for any serious Ferrari historian, full of technical detailed information especially on the racing history that Ferrari has. Hans Tanner took details very seriously and collected beautiful photos into the book. A must have for any Ferrari enthusiast.
1. Ferrari
This book is considered the bible for any serious Ferrari historian, full of technical detailed information especially on the racing history that Ferrari has. Hans Tanner took details very seriously and collected beautiful photos into the book. A must have for any Ferrari enthusiast.
The Ferrari Book – Passion for Design
The Ferrari Book – Passion for Design is an engrossing tribute to the iconic brand. Editor Michael Köckritz, author Jürgen Lewandowski, and photographer Michel Zumbrunn provide readers with an up-close look at Ferrari’s beauty, power, and sex appeal. With exciting stories, anecdotes, and stunning photographs, the book explores the personalities, designers, and racing victories that have made Ferrari a true automotive phenomenon. A must-read for anyone who loves cars and design.
2. The Ferrari Book – Passion for Design
The Ferrari Book – Passion for Design is an engrossing tribute to the iconic brand. Editor Michael Köckritz, author Jürgen Lewandowski, and photographer Michel Zumbrunn provide readers with an up-close look at Ferrari’s beauty, power, and sex appeal. With exciting stories, anecdotes, and stunning photographs, the book explores the personalities, designers, and racing victories that have made Ferrari a true automotive phenomenon. A must-read for anyone who loves cars and design.
Ferrari: Forty Years On The Road
This book tells everything about Ferrari from the so-called Golden Period, 1947-1967 in which Ferrari made some of the most beautiful road cars. the 340, 342 and 375 as well as the legendary 250 series. That book includes a number of rare photos from motor shows. A great Ferrari road car summary with interesting and rare photos. As I said, road cars only.
3. Ferrari: 40 Years On The Road
This book tells everything about Ferrari from the so-called Golden Period, 1947-1967 in which Ferrari made some of the most beautiful road cars. the 340, 342 and 375 as well as the legendary 250 series. That book includes a number of rare photos from motor shows. A great Ferrari road car summary with interesting and rare photos. As I said, road cars only.
Ferrari by Pininfarina
Ferrari looks back on a number of great coach builders. Zagato, Vignale and of course Pininfarina. This is in my opinion the best book about Pininfarinas work for Ferrari. A wide spectrum of cars are covered here, the 250s of course and the 375, but also cars like the 400 and the 308 as well as the F40. Not cheap but totally worth the money.
4. Ferrari by Pininfarina
Ferrari looks back on a number of great coach builders. Zagato, Vignale and of course Pininfarina. This is in my opinion the best book about Pininfarinas work for Ferrari. A wide spectrum of cars are covered here, the 250s of course and the 375, but also cars like the 400 and the 308 as well as the F40. Not cheap but totally worth the money.
Ferrari Formula 1 – Every Race Car Since 1950
If you are a fan of Formula 1 racing, you will love Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Car. This book is a comprehensive reference guide to all of Ferrari’s F1 cars, from the 125 to today’s technological powerhouses. It features technical specifications, racing records, and stunning full-page images, both historic and contemporary. This is a must-have for any Ferrari or F1 enthusiast.
5. Ferrari Formula 1 – Every Race Car Since 1950
If you are a fan of Formula 1 racing, you will love Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Car. This book is a comprehensive reference guide to all of Ferrari’s F1 cars, from the 125 to today’s technological powerhouses. It features technical specifications, racing records, and stunning full-page images, both historic and contemporary. This is a must-have for any Ferrari or F1 enthusiast.
Ferrari 1000GP – The Official Book
Ferrari 1000 GP: The Official Book is an impressive two-volume publication in a limited edition, celebrating Scuderia Ferrari’s remarkable achievement of 1,000 Grands Prix. With over 700 pages and 1,000 illustrations, this book traces Ferrari’s participation in Formula 1 since 1950, including 230 victories, 15 drivers’ titles and 16 constructors’ titles. This is an essential read for all Prancing Horse enthusiasts, featuring previously unpublished photos and a striking slipcase in “Rosso Storico 127”.
6. Ferrari 1000GP – The Official Book
Ferrari 1000 GP: The Official Book is an impressive two-volume publication in a limited edition, celebrating Scuderia Ferrari’s remarkable achievement of 1,000 Grands Prix. With over 700 pages and 1,000 illustrations, this book traces Ferrari’s participation in Formula 1 since 1950, including 230 victories, 15 drivers’ titles and 16 constructors’ titles. This is an essential read for all Prancing Horse enthusiasts, featuring previously unpublished photos and a striking slipcase in “Rosso Storico 127”.
Pininfarina – Masterpieces of Style
This book is a comprehensive tribute to the almost 90 years of Pininfarina’s stylistic and industrial history, which made it a true bastion of the “Made in Italy” phenomenon. The book contains a wealth of black and white and color photos showcasing some of the most iconic cars in Italian and global motoring history. From the Cisitalia 202 to the Ferrari 288 GTO, Pininfarina has created works of art on wheels. The book also covers Pininfarina’s recent history and its expanding presence in the Asian market.
7. Pininfarina – Masterpieces of Style
This book is a comprehensive tribute to the almost 90 years of Pininfarina’s stylistic and industrial history, which made it a true bastion of the “Made in Italy” phenomenon. The book contains a wealth of black and white and color photos showcasing some of the most iconic cars in Italian and global motoring history. From the Cisitalia 202 to the Ferrari 288 GTO, Pininfarina has created works of art on wheels. The book also covers Pininfarina’s recent history and its expanding presence in the Asian market.
