Noel Stokoe Livres

Delving into the rich history of the Jowett car marque, this book explores its origins in Bradford and the evolution of its iconic vehicles. It highlights key milestones, innovative designs, and the impact of the brand on the automotive industry. Readers will discover the stories behind notable models, the challenges faced by the company, and its legacy in car manufacturing. The narrative captures the spirit of a beloved marque and its place in automotive history.

Focusing on the Jowett car, renowned for its affordability and craftsmanship, this book delves into the history of the Yorkshire-built vehicle. It highlights the significance of the Jowett Car Club, the oldest single-make car club globally, which marked its 90th anniversary in 2013. The narrative celebrates the legacy and community surrounding these iconic cars, emphasizing their impact on automotive history.

The book chronicles the history of Jowett from 1901 to 1954, detailing significant events, developments, and transformations during this period. It explores the evolution of the community, highlighting key figures and their contributions, as well as the social and economic changes that shaped Jowett's identity. Through a blend of historical accounts and personal anecdotes, the narrative provides a comprehensive understanding of the town's heritage and the impact of broader historical trends on its growth and character.

Featuring thrilling reminiscences, this collection showcases the exhilarating experiences of Jowett drivers engaged in various sporting adventures. The narratives capture the excitement and challenges faced on the road, highlighting the camaraderie and spirit of competition among these drivers. Each story reflects a unique perspective on the joy of motorsport, making it a captivating read for enthusiasts and those interested in automotive history.

This fascinating journey through the thriving town of Whitby and its environs explores the area's rich past and present.

Jowett cars were built in Bradford, Yorkshire, from 1910-1954. This book details all models built by the company during the 1930s; a difficult time, with the depression looming, but Jowett Cars survived when many other manufacturers failed. This book contains period articles and illustrations, plus colour pictures of today's survivors.

The Jowett Bradford van was introduced in 1946 as a stop-gap model prior to the launch of the Javelin saloon. It was a pre-war design in every respect but proved to be very popular! It continued in production right up to the closure of the factory in 1954. It was the most successful model that Jowett Cars produced, building almost 40,000 of them.

Jowett cars of Bradford were well known for their pre-war models which were basic, rugged and economical in design. After the war the new all-Javelin saloon and Jupiter sportscar were announced both of which took the motoring world by storm! This book details some of prototype and experimental models which sadly, failed to make it into production.