Porsche’s Racing Journey Is Unwinded Through Thrilling Photos In This $1K Book

In the exhilarating world of motorsport, the name Rainer W. Schlegelmilch is synonymous with an enduring passion that spans decades. His journey commenced in 1962 when he witnessed the 1000km (621.37 miles) race at the Nürburgring, sparking a lifelong love affair with Porsche and the thrill of racing.

Through his lens, Schlegelmilch’s new book, Porsche Racing Moments, captures Porsche’s endurance racing legacy with a compelling narrative and captivating visuals.

The book ventures into Porsche’s role in prestigious races like Le Mans, Monza, Targa Florio, and Spa-Francorchamps. Yet, its core essence lies in the unwavering admiration for Porsche’s automobiles. It covers a range of Porsche models, encompassing classics such as the 550, 718, RS, RSK, 907, 908, 917, 962, and the iconic 911. Schlegelmilch’s photography employs a distinct zoom technique, infusing his captures with an energetic sense of movement and depth.

However, this book doesn’t limit itself to the machines alone. It delves behind the scenes of motorsport, providing an unvarnished view of the world of racing. It also gives fans a look at teams in deep conversations, mechanics diligently working under the hoods, and puts the distinctive, oil-scented ambiance that accompanies motorsport right onto the pages of the book.

The book is now up for preorder via Taschen for US$1,000.

[via Taschen]