Zakspeed and the Road
The Ford Capri Turbo Legacy
Zakspeed and the Road: The Ford Capri Turbo Legacy brings to life the high-octane saga of one of motorsport's most captivating icons. From its origins in a small German village to its reign on the grandest European stages, the Zakspeed Capri Turbo redefined what a touring car could be-both on the track and on the street. Fueled by Group 5's radical rules, Erich Zakowski's team transformed the humble Ford Capri into a fire-breathing legend, capturing the imaginations of fans and engineers alike.
This meticulously researched narrative chronicles the dawn of turbocharged racing, the technological arms race of the late 1970s and early 1980s, and the fierce rivalries with Porsche, BMW, and Lancia that became the stuff of motorsport lore. Yet the Capri's impact reached far beyond the checkered flag. Its wild silhouette and turbocharged DNA ignited a revolution in road car design, inspiring generations of tuners, collectors, and dreamers.
From the thunderous grandstands of the DRM to modern restomods and global fan clubs, this book explores the enduring legacy of the Zakspeed Capri Turbo. With deep dives into engineering, racing, restoration, and culture, it honors the people, moments, and machines that turned a race car into a symbol for the ages.
9781923545649
Book, Paperback
Zakspeed and the Road: The Ford Capri Turbo Legacy
- Author: Jack Mercer
Independently Published, 2025
282
English
9.00 x 6.00 x 0.59 inches, 0.84 pounds
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