Christmas wish list

A new feature this year on FulTrot is the "wish list" for December. It contains 12 items that one should consider when searching for a gift for a motor sports enthusiast.

If you're a Ferrari fan, then the "Grand Prix Ferrari" book by Anthony Pritchard is a must-have on your list. A leading motor racing historian, Pritchard presents an enthralling narrative of Ferrari's racing history. With detailed model developmental tables, racing specs, chassis numbers, and comprehensive race results, all supported by 300 color and black-and-white photographs. GBP 20.00.


To the spectator in the grandstands or out on the course, liveries are what visually helps to differentiate the cars while at speed. So, its pretty obvious that Simon Owen's "Racing Colours" book is worth having in your collection. The book documents 77 different liveries from famous racing cars between 1908-2009. Gulf, Martini and British Racing Green classics are just a few. Alongside the images are related quotes from motor racing legends connected to the cars themselves. GBP 20.00

Every year I expand my wardrobe with something new from State of Art. The company was established in 1987 by Albert Westerman Jr., with their textile division dating back to 1936, when Albert Westerman Sr and his sister opened a knitting studio in The Netherlands.  Their passion for styling, modern clothing combined with classic motor sports is always a sure winner. Click here to find a store near you. Alternatively, use the webshop on their site if you reside outside the Netherlands.

For something more authentic to wear, from say F1, WRC, MotoGP, NASCAR, a visit to the Grand Prix Legend's website is a great choice. They are based out of the UK and have a great assortment of merchandise, books, DVD's and signed memorabilia. If you reside in the America's, then visit Speedgear.com. They offer one of the web's largest selection of motor sports gear, collectibles, accessories and more from your favorite teams. The Mercedes AMG Petronas World Championship Tee retails for just $ 45,00.

For the thousands of hard core Senna fans out there, Tony Dodgins has assembled a magnificently detailed account of every major race the Brazilian drove in. The format is similar to the one Tony wrote about Sir Stirling Moss. The major difference is that Tony first saw the late Ayrton drive back in his F3 days. The book retails for about GBP 30.00. For more info, click here.

Collectors will undoubtedly appreciate the Le Mans Movie photo proof No. 24 which is now available. The original black & white proof, measures 45 x 30 cm and was taken by the official set photographer of the move Le Mans, Lion Andre de Lourmel. For more info, click here.

Staying on the world's famous endurance race, the Le Mans Martini casual leather driving shoes by Nicolas Hunziker is hot this season as well. These casual shoes will provide you with the ultimate comfort for driving, walking, and any other casual activity. And it sports racing tire tread sole design for extra traction, along with an outside abrasion panel for comfortable heel and toe shifting. Available through the Porsche Stores for about GBP 115. Alternatively, click here.

Zandvoort fans are in for a treat. The 400-page book titled Grandprix Zandvoort is the definitive tribute to the Dutch GP. Not only do the 700+ mostly never-before-published photographs, countless anecdotes, and extremely rare documentation materials, give the reader great insight into the F1 races held at the circuit between 1948 and 1985, but it comes with a DVD as well. The 77-minute documentary film has, amongst others, interviews with Sir Stirling Moss, Jan Lammers, Jacky Icks, Gijs van Lennep, and René Arnoux. Both book and film are in Dutch and English. About Euro 90,00.

The Pirelli calendar for 2015, just keeps getting hotter (NSFW). In the 42nd edition of the iconic calendar, legendary photographer Steven Meisel captured 12 of the most beautiful women of the world in NYC. It features amongst others, Karen Elson, Natalia Vodianova, Isabeli Fontana, Sasha Luss, Adriana Lima, and Gigi Hadad.

Another great read is "The Times of My Life - The Jack Heuer Biography", which is officially published by TAG Heuer. The 290 page book provides the reader with an intimate perspective on the life of a daring pioneer. And what the books lacks in illustration is more than made up with a picture of Bo Derek... so I am told. The book is apparently sold out but it can be downloaded from TAG Heuer's website!

Should you be among our lucky readers to have a garage large enough for a mural, then Darren Heath Formula One Wall Murals is what you need. Visit Wall Sauce by clicking here and have your own exclusive mural made. The Radillion Corner, just after the famous "Eau Rouge" is a crowd favorite. The process is very simple and prices start at GBP 30 per square meter.


If you still can't decide on what to get for Christmas, then I humbly suggest a subscription to the OCTANE Magazine. It offers a full, unparalleled coverage of classic super cars. Though I do not have a subscription, I make sure that I get my hands on a copy..... by all means!