--- product_id: 239695291 title: "Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It" price: "€ 121.70" currency: EUR in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/239695291-offenhauser-the-legendary-racing-engine-and-the-men-who-built store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # 6-decade racing dominance 18,000+ copies sold 250+ rare historic photos Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It **Price:** € 121.70 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏎️ Own the story behind the engine that ruled the race — don’t just watch history, own it! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It - **How much does it cost?** € 121.70 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/239695291-offenhauser-the-legendary-racing-engine-and-the-men-who-built) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Visual Time Capsule:** Over 250 exclusive black-and-white and color photos bring the golden era of racing to life. - • **Collector’s Must-Have:** Join 18,000+ enthusiasts who own this definitive chronicle of American racing history. - • **Unrivaled Racing Legacy:** Dive into 60 years of Offenhauser's track supremacy, from dirt circuits to Indy’s iconic brick oval. - • **Authentic Insider Perspective:** Written by a record-holding Offenhauser driver, offering unparalleled insight into the engine’s legend. - • **Expertly Researched Narrative:** Authored by Pulitzer-nominated journalist Gordon Eliot White, blending technical mastery with human stories. ## Overview Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It is a meticulously researched book chronicling the six-decade reign of the iconic Offenhauser racing engine. Featuring over 250 rare photographs and authored by award-winning journalist and Offenhauser driver Gordon Eliot White, this definitive volume captures the technical brilliance, human drama, and enduring legacy of America’s most celebrated racing powerplant. A must-read for racing historians and enthusiasts alike. ## Description Domination. No other word so accurately describes the Offenhauser engine's six-decade reign over American auto racing. On small urban tracks, state fair dirt circuits, and Indy's brick oval, "Offy" was synonymous with "winner circle." At the height of its power in the 1950s, entire Indy grids were composed of Offenhauser-powered roadsters. Neither the rear-engined revolution of the mid-1960s nor the entry of major players like Ford would knock Offy from its throne. When the "little four with the big punch" finally ceased being competitive in the early 1980s, it was a victim of the rule book more than any engineering shortcoming. Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It traces the glorious history of the most renowned American racing engine of all time. Author Gordon Eliot White has thoroughly researched this story from the early days of Harry Miller, through Fred Offenhauser, to the final days under Meyer & Drake ownership. More than 250 historical black-and-white photographs and a special color section accompany White's fascinating narrative. With over 18,000 copies sold, this book tells the definitive story of the designers, machinists, and drivers who created the Offenhauser legend. Essential reading for the racing historian and fan, White's book captures the human, technical, and political aspects of Offenhauser's unforgettable story. Gordon Eliot White has been a journalist since 1952 and a racing fan since 1938. Winner of numerous awards for writing and twice nominated for the Pulitzer Prize in Investigative Reporting, White holds an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a graduate degree from Columbia University. White holds the International 2-Litre (displacement) FIA Speed Record of 153.445 mph and the US midget record of 156.902 mph set in his Offenhauser-powered racing car, winner of the Antique Automobile Club of America's Grand National First Prize. At age 81, White continues to drive in vintage car events. ## Features - Ships from Vermont ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,101,230 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #142 in Classic Cars (Books) #201 in Automotive History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 48 Reviews | ## Images ![Offenhauser: The Legendary Racing Engine and the Men Who Built It - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81xjZAmraHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/239695291-offenhauser-the-legendary-racing-engine-and-the-men-who-built](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/239695291-offenhauser-the-legendary-racing-engine-and-the-men-who-built) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-10-21*