{"product_id":"delorean-by-matt-stone-9780760384718","title":"DeLorean","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlory, scandal, downfall, fame, and rebirth—discover the dramatic story of the rebel auto industry titan behind the stainless-steel-bodied, gull-winged sports car we all know and love from \u003cem\u003eBack to the Future\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tale you thought you knew: \u003cem\u003eDeLorean\u003c\/em\u003e recounts the life and career of John Z. DeLorean, from his successful career with General Motors, where he was instrumental in launching the Pontiac GTO and jump-starting the '60s muscle car phenomenon, to the founding in 1975 of the DeLorean Motor Company and its 1981 launch of the now-iconic sports car bearing his name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough a decidedly American car and company, the DeLorean story blends an interesting cocktail of Italian design, British financial backing, and a built-from-the-ground-up factory in politically fraught Belfast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story turns, beginning in 1982, as DeLorean is entrapped in a drug sting and the company goes into bankruptcy. Though John DeLorean was ultimately acquitted, the original DMC was done all too soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the Los Angeles drug-trafficking trial, John DeLorean worked tirelessly, for the rest of his life, to revive his car, his name, and his company—unfortunately with limited success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnexpectedly, the DeLorean car gained a new following based on its starring role in the 1985 movie hit \u003cem\u003eBack to the Future\u003c\/em\u003e (and its two sequels). Since DMC's bankruptcy in 1982, several entities have continued efforts to revive the brand for modern times, today's marketplace, and new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than consignment to the dustbin of automotive history, the DeLorean has achieved pop-culture status and remains well recognised, with growing appreciation today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDispelling common misconceptions about DMC, \u003cem\u003eDeLorean\u003c\/em\u003e gives you the complete story in one handsomely designed volume illustrated throughout with historic images, period ads, and contemporary photos. Whether you are a car enthusiast, automotive historian, or a pop-culture fan, you are sure to enjoy the ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804535083244,"sku":"9780760384718","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19775363482458.jpg?v=1757417172","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/delorean-by-matt-stone-9780760384718","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}