Tatra – The Legacy of Hans Ledwinka: Updated & Enlarged Collector’s Edition of 1500 copiesHans Ledwinka’s innovative Tatra cars were models of design excellence, and were highly influential in shaping modern car design concepts and the development of the Volkswagen. This book places Ledwinka in his well-deserved place amongst the great car designers. This enlarged 2nd edition contains updated material and additional illustrations. |
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