{"product_id":"classic-racer-magazine-summer-1982-john-surtees-vincent-norton-tt-sku-1601","title":"Classic Racer Magazine Summer 1982 John Surtees Vincent Norton TT SKU 1601","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Racer Magazine – Summer 1982\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees | Vincent Grey Flash | John Player Norton | Husqvarna | Ducati | Suzuki | Isle of Man TT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Summer 1982 edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Racer Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, published as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Bike Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring historic motorcycle racing, legendary riders, classic racing machines, restoration projects and Isle of Man TT history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage British motorcycle publication contains a fascinating selection of articles and period photographs covering some of the most celebrated motorcycles and competitors in racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine is particularly interesting for enthusiasts of Vincent, Norton, Ducati, Husqvarna, Suzuki and historic motorcycle competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagazine Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic Racer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Summer 1982\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Summer 1982 (no specific day stated)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EMAP National Publications Ltd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Cover Price:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e £1.30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Printed motorcycle magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Edition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic Bike Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-owned vintage condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1601\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Cover – John Surtees on the Vincent Grey Flash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front cover features a striking period action photograph of legendary British motorcycle and Formula One world champion \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e riding a 500cc Vincent Grey Flash racing motorcycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photograph captures Surtees in a classic racing position, leaning forward over the motorcycle with his body positioned low above the fuel tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe wears traditional dark racing leathers, gloves, goggles and a light-coloured open-face helmet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vincent racing machine is prominently displayed, revealing its exposed engine, distinctive frame arrangement, racing handlebars, front suspension and period mechanical components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photograph provides an excellent view of the motorcycle's traditional racing construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the magazine's contents page, the cover photograph was taken at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrands Hatch in 1981\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Robert Martin of All-Sport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe image is especially appealing to collectors interested in John Surtees, Vincent motorcycles and British racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front cover also advertises several major features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Test – John Player Norton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn examination of a historic Norton racing motorcycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHusqvarna V-Twins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature exploring the unusual Husqvarna V-twin racing machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesmo Ducatis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoverage of Ducati's early desmodromic racing motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuzuki's First Four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn article examining an important early Suzuki racing motorcycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees: My TT Lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature focusing on Surtees and the racing techniques associated with the Isle of Man TT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatured Articles \u0026amp; Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed contents page provides an extensive overview of the magazine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 6 – Hattle and the Gilera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA historical feature about the Gilera racing motorcycle and the rider associated with its racing career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article explores an interesting chapter in classic motorcycle competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 8 – Taming Suzuki's 250 Square Four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature examining Suzuki's unusual 250cc square-four racing machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article discusses the motorcycle's distinctive engine configuration and the challenges associated with riding and developing such a machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interesting feature for collectors of Suzuki racing history and early Japanese Grand Prix motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 14 – Taglioni's First Desmos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn article exploring Ducati's early 125cc racing motorcycles equipped with desmodromic valve gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe feature is particularly relevant to enthusiasts of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabio Taglioni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Ducati engineering and the development of the manufacturer's racing technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 21 – Are You Eligible?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature discussing eligibility requirements for historic motorcycle racing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful period information for enthusiasts interested in classic racing regulations and competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 24 – John Surtees: My TT Lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the magazine's principal articles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees discusses six lines associated with his winning riding techniques around the Isle of Man Mountain Course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a particularly interesting historical feature because Surtees remains one of motorsport's most significant competitors, having achieved world championship success on both two wheels and four.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article provides a period perspective on racing techniques and the challenges of the legendary TT circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 32 – Racer Restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA restoration feature concerning a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1927 Rex-Acme racing motorcycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article follows a historic machine that may have been associated with Wal Handley's Isle of Man racing career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn appealing feature for collectors interested in early British racing motorcycles, restoration and pre-war competition history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 36 – Grief Jenkins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn article about a rider remembered for his distinctive short-circuit racing style during the 1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe feature looks back at an individual associated with an important period of British motorcycle competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 38 – Georg Auerbacher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoverage of German sidecar racer Georg Auerbacher competing at Oulton Park.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article provides an interesting insight into international sidecar racing and historic racing machinery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 40 – Mike Hailwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature about legendary motorcycle racer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Hailwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, illustrated with a photograph taken during the 1967 Senior TT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn important inclusion for collectors interested in Hailwood's career and the history of the Isle of Man TT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 42 – Track Analysis: John Player Norton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn examination of the John Player Norton racing motorcycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe feature explores the machine and its place in 750cc racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of the magazine's key attractions for Norton enthusiasts and collectors of British racing motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 50 – World of Classic Racing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA section containing news and photographs from international vintage and classic motorcycle racing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interesting contemporary record of the historic racing scene in 1982.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 52 – Husqvarna's Fighting Vees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature about Husqvarna V-twin racing motorcycles and their competition against Norton machines during the 1930s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article explores an unusual part of European motorcycle racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 58 – How to Start Historic Racing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA four-page introductory guide explaining how enthusiasts could become involved in historic motorcycle competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides an interesting snapshot of the classic racing scene during the early 1980s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 62 – Sideways with the Snarling Beast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature involving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChris Chant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a Vincent racing outfit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article focuses on the experience of competing with a powerful classic sidecar racing machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn appealing feature for Vincent enthusiasts and collectors of historic sidecar racing material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 66 – 99% Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature examining two Manx Norton motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article highlights the importance of originality and the standards associated with restoring historic racing machinery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly relevant to collectors and restorers of Norton racing motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 69 – Spare That Racer!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practical feature about keeping historic racing motorcycles operational through careful maintenance and the use of spare parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 70 – Maintaining a G50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA technical feature about maintaining a Matchless G50 racing motorcycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article discusses the reputation of these machines and the practical considerations involved in keeping them running.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interesting inclusion for collectors of Matchless racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 74 – The Last Lap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA closing feature involving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRob Iannucci and Dave Roper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, looking at historic racing activity across the Atlantic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article provides an international perspective on classic motorcycle racing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotorcycle Manufacturers \u0026amp; Racing Machines Featured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed cover and contents identify a particularly strong selection of historic racing motorcycles, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVincent Grey Flash 500cc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Player Norton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManx Norton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuzuki 250cc Square Four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDucati 125cc Desmo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHusqvarna V-twin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGilera racing motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRex-Acme racing motorcycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatchless G50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoric Vincent sidecar racing outfit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese machines represent several important eras of motorcycle racing, from pre-war British competition to post-war Grand Prix racing and the historic racing revival of the early 1980s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamous Riders \u0026amp; Motorsport Personalities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe issue includes coverage of several significant figures in motorcycle racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Featured prominently on the cover and in an article discussing his Isle of Man TT riding techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Hailwood:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remembered through a feature featuring the 1967 Senior TT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabio Taglioni:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Associated with the development of Ducati's early desmodromic racing motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorg Auerbacher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Featured in connection with German sidecar racing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChris Chant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Featured alongside a Vincent sidecar racing outfit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDave Roper and Rob Iannucci:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Featured in the magazine's international historic racing coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of these personalities makes this an interesting period publication for enthusiasts researching motorcycle racing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Photography \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed contents page demonstrates the magazine's traditional early-1980s editorial presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt features black-and-white motorcycle photographs, technical imagery and historical racing photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible illustrations include classic racing motorcycles photographed together, close-up mechanical details and historic motorcycle components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents page also provides clear page references for the principal articles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine uses a straightforward editorial layout with bold headings and informative article descriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of racing history, technical discussion and vintage photography makes it appealing as both reading material and a reference publication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition – Important Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an original vintage magazine from Summer 1982 and is over 40 years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine is pre-owned and shows visible signs of age, handling and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front cover retains its original John Surtees photograph, large red Classic Racer masthead and printed feature headlines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork remains clearly visible, with generally strong colour reproduction for its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is visible surface rubbing and light scuffing, particularly across the darker areas of the cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome age-related discolouration and toning are apparent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upper edge shows minor wear, with a slight bend or crease near the top-right corner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also visible wear along the right-hand edge and at the lower corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spine shows signs of age and handling, including light rubbing and wear along the fold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine appears to remain together in the supplied photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed contents page is generally clean and clearly legible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original black-and-white photographs, printed headings and page numbers remain visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is some age-related yellowing or toning to the paper, particularly around the edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor page curvature and handling wear are visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major tears are apparent on the photographed contents page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage pre-owned condition, with visible age-related wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine is not new or mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease carefully examine the supplied photographs for the most accurate representation of the cover, corners, spine and interior condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly the photographed pages have been examined, so the condition of every individual page cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant – Original Extras Not Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny original free gifts, promotional items, loose supplements, inserts or other accessories that may originally have accompanied the magazine are no longer included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sale is for the magazine itself only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo additional items are included unless clearly shown as part of the magazine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine will be carefully packaged to help protect it during transit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK Orders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dispatched in a protective hardback envelope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Orders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dispatched in a protective cardboard mailer-size box for additional protection during international shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original Summer 1982 edition of Classic Racer is particularly suitable for collectors interested in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Surtees memorabilia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVincent Grey Flash racing motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsle of Man TT history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Player Norton racing motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMike Hailwood memorabilia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDucati Desmo racing history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuzuki Grand Prix motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHusqvarna V-twin racing machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManx Norton and Matchless G50 motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish motorcycle racing 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