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Bob G ✝︎

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Paul Bracq's book
« on: June 14, 2008, 18:34:36 »
Does anyone have a spare copy of  Paul Bracq's book (Carrosserie-Passion) I would like to locate a copy. I would appreciate if anyone  knows of a distriburtor of this publication?

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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #1 on: June 21, 2008, 12:54:12 »
Here's one for 300 euro.  I could check some other sources.  Was there an english version, and if so are you looking for english?

http://www.motors-mania.com/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=8&idproduct=510

Also here is the publication information, which includes the ISBN number.  Sometimes the ISBN is the easiest way to search; this book appears two authors and an editor:

Thévenet, Jean-Paul, Carrosserie passion: Paul Bracq (Besançon: Éditions d'Art J. P. Barthélémy, 1990). 258 p., illustrations (c), 26 x 34 cm, ISBN: 2950115861.

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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #2 on: June 21, 2008, 14:40:14 »
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Originally posted by benzportland

Here's one for 300 euro.  I could check some other sources.  Was there an english version, and if so are you looking for english?

This book was available in French text only. When I have discussed with the publisher, they have indicated that a re-print (edition 2) would possibly be within their plans.
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« Reply #3 on: June 22, 2008, 14:10:02 »
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #4 on: November 03, 2010, 02:59:32 »
An original copy still in its wrapper is on sale on eBay at the moment. But not cheap!
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #5 on: November 04, 2010, 21:53:27 »
Quote from: 66andBlue on November 03, 2010, 02:59:32
An original copy still in its wrapper is on sale on eBay at the moment. But not cheap!

...not any longer.  ;)
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #6 on: November 04, 2010, 23:22:29 »
Congratulations Mike!
Considering that only 3000 copies were printed and you got #440 the price wasn't bad.
Will we be able to see it at the next PUB?
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #7 on: November 04, 2010, 23:33:59 »
Mike, thanks for buying it!  That is my wife thanks you!  That is since you saved me 200 bucks!
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #8 on: November 05, 2010, 12:16:47 »
Guys--I've been looking for any copy of this book for a very long time.  I don't think even Paul Bracq has any spare copies, as I've asked him.  I will call him today and tell him of my find purchase. (Thanks, Alfred for the link.)

I have full awareness of the cost of producing such books, and though many of you think it may have been expensive, it was (certainly in the new/wrapped condition) appropriately priced if not a bargain.

I had my contacts in Europe and the USA searching for this book for some time, and never got any hits...these were used and art book dealers.

And yes--assuming there is a PUB in 2011--I will bring it and allow those with clean hands to see it. :D
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #9 on: November 05, 2010, 18:55:30 »
Gee Mike....I just did a search and found one in five minutes for 140 Euro.  I guess I have the luck of the Irish!  lol
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #10 on: November 05, 2010, 19:47:45 »
Quote from: JPMOSE on November 05, 2010, 18:55:30
Gee Mike....I just did a search and found one in five minutes for 140 Euro.  I guess I have the luck of the Irish!  lol

Maybe today--with your search and this one--they are appearing.  I began my search in 2006, and never found one for sale.  Plenty of references to them, etc. but none for sale.  I kind of gave up for a while, as nothing ever popped up.  It was not for lack of trying, that I can assure you.  Timing is everything.
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #11 on: November 17, 2010, 12:46:31 »
Finally, yesterday my Paul Bracq book, "Carosserie Passion" arrived.

I do not read French (yet at least!) but did a casual look-see and it is a gorgeous book, richly illustrated with many photos and historic artwork of Paul Bracq.  An amazing compilation.  I will be spending some time with it this weekend.
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #12 on: November 17, 2010, 12:52:42 »
Michael,
I haven't been following this issue.  How do I obtain one?
Thanks,
Larry
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #13 on: November 17, 2010, 15:37:25 »
Larry--

You don't.  The book was a limited edition, in French, published 20 years ago.  A few years ago I started searching for one and never found one for sale.  Then this thread came up with one listed on eBay, and I jumped on it.

JPMOSE (see his reply below) says he found one quickly.  I think there is one available on Amazon.Fr for 250 Euros, but then again I can't read the French listing.  None on eBay at the moment.  If you want one expect to pay in excess of USD $200 and you may have to cast your net worldwide.

Good luck.  I'm happy with what I bought!  Yes, I'll bring it to PUB.
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #14 on: November 17, 2010, 16:13:36 »
If there was enough interest in the book how many copies would need to be ordered?  If this is even a possibility?
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #15 on: January 15, 2011, 10:46:25 »
Too bad it's in French!  I have two cars designed by him - the Pagoda and the BMW E24 6 series...maybe the pictures will be enough...
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Re: Paul Bracq's book
« Reply #16 on: January 15, 2011, 13:07:12 »
Quote from: mdsalemi
The book was a limited edition, in French, published 20 years ago.  A few years ago I started searching for one and never found one for sale.  Then this thread came up with one listed on eBay, and I jumped on it..../..  I'm happy with what I bought!
I have an extra copy of this book, that I can part with. Contact me offline
/Hans in Sweden

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