SCOTS motorsport aficionados are in for a treat with a new book about the incredible Jack Fisher.
Special: Jack Fisher tells his story in detail for the first time – with major input by those who knew him and have competed in his brilliant race cars.
Between 1948 and 1975, the Edinburgh-based garage proprietor built 22 cars to compete in circuit racing and hillclimbing. Many of these cars are still being used today and are held in very high regard for their design and capabilities.
The book includes a biography of Jack and his business career, which included being Scotland’s first TVR retailer and creating the largest Alfa Romeo dealership in Scotland.
Written by Peter Speakman and Kenny Baird, who have both owned and raced Fisher Specials, there are further chapters on his life as a racing driver and constructor.
It also contains 160 photographs – many of them published for the first time – showcasing Scotland’s most eminent and prolific specials builder of the post-war golden-age of motor racing.
Alongside the images, there is a full explanation and description of the 22 cars Jack built to his own design. Seven Fisher cars are still known to exist and these are also covered, with restoration history and up-to-date photographs.
Special: Jack Fisher can be ordered online at www.licklevalleycreations.com and is priced £20.
