CG classic vol.08 CG MOOK S500 S600 S600 Coupe S800 S800M Japanese BOOK

2023/8/31

The world's first Japanese car. That was the Honda S released in 1963. Exactly 60 years ago. Honda, with its dreams and technology, chose a SPORTS car as its de facto debut model as it moved from a two-wheel manufacturer to four-wheel vehicles. Moreover, the engine adopted DOHC, which was advanced at the time. It was praised by the world as "precise like a watch". The displacement started at 500cc, and soon expanded to 600cc and then to 800cc, all of which had high performance. Not only was it highly rated as a micro SPORTS car unlike any other in the world, but it was also a big hit in the newly born Japanese racing scene. CG classic vol.08 unravels the charm of the early Honda that appeared from "The Land of the Rising Sun". In the opening article, we simultaneously test drove the S500, S600, S600 Coupe, S800, and S800M. A total of 16 pages appealed for the joy of driving. Also, the eldest son Hirotoshi tells the unknown anecdote and teachings of his father, Soichiro Honda. In addition, the memories of Honda S talked about by race legends in Kyoto. As usual, the side stories, such as the Honda S restoration situation told by the reproduction master, are also substantial. One of the features of this issue is that the supporting roles are complete. In addition to the last pure Lancia before joining the Fiat umbrella, three Fulvias (Berlina GTE, Coupe Rally 1.3HF, Sport Zagato 1.6 Speciale) were featured, as well as the Porsche 356 Cabriolet, the first car imported from Japan. , Citroen Ami 6 & Ami 8, Mercedes-Benz 250SL with a pagoda roof, etc., the test drive article is also an attractive lineup. Alfista must read the story of the 100th anniversary of "Quadrifoglio".

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