The Turbo 3.0 book wins first place in the coveted MOTORWORLD BUCHPREIS for the Markenbuch category (best book for a single brand), which honors the best car books of the year. The award ceremony took place on Thursday, May 23, 2019 inside the Arthur Bechtel Classic Motors showroom at the Motorworld Stuttgart V8 Hotel in Böblingen, Germany.

For almost 20 years, noted automotive historian and journalist Jürgen Lewandowski has presided over the Autobuchpreis which honors the best works produced each year on automotive and motorsports topics. For 2018, MOTORWORLD Group became the primary sponsor for the Autobuchpreis, hosting the event and judging team of Jürgen Lewandowksi (chairman of the jury), Andreas Dünkel (Motorworld Group Chairman), Mark N. Backé (Grand Basel Chairman), Vittorio Strosek (Strosek Design), Michael Stoschek (Brose Chairman), Christian Steiger (Classic Cars Editor-in-Chief), Dr. Andreas Kaufmann (Leica Camera Chairman) and Robertino Wild (Capricorn Chairman). 

Platz 1: Parabolica Press — Ryan Snodgrass — Porsche Turbo 3.0

Vor zwei Jahren hat Ryan Snodgrass die ultimative Porsche Carrera 2.7-Bibel geschrieben —und nun hat sich der Software-Ingenieur zwei weitere Jahre gegeben, um das ultimative Buch über den Porsche Turbo 3.0 zu Papier zu bringen. Das Ergebnis ist ein opulenter Band mit 536 Seiten Umfang, der wirklich alles über die Genese und den Bau des ersten Porsche-Straßenfahrzeugs mit Turboaufladung sowie dessen erste Renn-Version des Typ 934 beinhaltet. Es ist nicht nur das Gewicht von 5,8 Kilogramm, das dieses Buch zu einem der Höhepunkte der diesjährigen Automobilbuch-Produktion macht, es ist auch die Tiefe der Recherche und die Bereitstellung auch ausgefallener Dokumente, wie beispielsweise aller Farb-Codes oder der lieferbaren Interieur-Ausstattungen.
Darüber hinaus hat Ryan Snodgrass auch die Geschichte aller One-Off-Modelle, wie sie beispielsweise für Luise Pich oder Conte Rossi (vom Martini-Clan) gebaut wurden, nachgezeichnet. Und dazu — wie bereits angedeutet — die Geschichte des 934, dessen Evolution letztlich zum legendären 935 führen sollte. Kurz gesagt: Ein Opus Magnum, dem kein weiteres Buch über dieses Thema mehr zu folgen braucht — klar ist aber auch, dass ein solches Werk seinen Preis hat: 595 Dollar kostet die auf 300 Exemplare limitierte Edel-Ausgabe im Schuber, der Reprints der Preisliste, Werksfotos und -Dias beigelegt sind. Die auf 2.500 Exemplare limitierte „Normal"-Ausgabe kostet 395 Dollar. Ein grandioses Buch, das wahrscheinlich bald, wenn die Auflagen vergriffen sind, zu deutlich höheren Preisen gehandelt werden wird.

Rough English Translation

Ryan Snodgrass wrote the ultimate Porsche Carrera 2.7 Bible two years ago - and now the software engineer has spent another two years writing the ultimate book on the Porsche Turbo 3.0. The result is an opulent 536-page volume that truly includes everything about the genesis and construction of the first turbocharged Porsche road vehicle and its first race version of the Type 934. It's not just the weight of 5.8 kilograms that makes this book one of the highlights of this year's automobile book production, it's also the depth of research and the provision of even fancy documents, such as all color codes or the deliverable interior features.

In addition, Ryan Snodgrass also retraced the story of all one-off models, such as those built for Luise Piéch or Conte Rossi (by the Martini clan). And to that - as already indicated - the story of the 934, whose evolution ultimately led to the legendary 935. In short: An Opus Magnum, which needs no further book on this subject more to follow - but it is also clear that such a work has its price: $ 595 costs the limited edition of 300 copies noble edition in the slipcase, reprints the price list , Factory photos and slides are attached. The limited to 2,500 copies "Normal" edition costs $ 395. A terrific book, which will probably soon, if the editions are sold out, at significantly higher prices will be traded.

We are honored that the Turbo 3.0 book not only won an IPPY Gold medal at the 2019 Independent Book Publisher Awards, but the overall win within one of eight "Outstanding Books of the Year" categories was special, tying for the Best Book Arts Craftsmanship category. This award is extra meaningful as all books published by independent publishers around the world were eligible, not just within the narrow field of automotive books. Tough competition for sure!

The IPPY “rewards those who exhibit the courage, innovation, and creativity to bring about change in the world of publishing,” with the judging criteria “based on quality of content, originality, design, and production with an emphasis on innovation and social relevance.” The eight overall Outstanding Books of the Year categories choose books from "regular entries for being the most heartfelt, unique, outspoken and/or experimental."

Many thanks to all the contributors to the success of the Turbo 3.0 book: art director Richard Baron; cover artist Guy Allen; cutaway illustrator Makoto Ouchi; photographers Claus Bachl, Michael Furman, and Randy Wells; editors Jonathan Stein and Mary Snodgrass; designer of our first book style Christoph Mäder; prepress support from iocolor with Stephanie Lock, John Bailey, and Gary Hawkey; and the printer Artron Art Group.

Published by Parabolica Press, Turbo 3.0 was officially available for purchase in October 2018. The 23rd Annual IPPY Awards ceremony will be held in New York City on May 28, 2019.

Porsche enthusiast site Elferspot is offering a RARE opportunity to win a copy of the epic Turbo 3.0 book until May 15, 2019. Not only that, they created a quick video to showcase the book for those who have never seen it in person. See more details about the contest on the Elferspot website.

Review of the Turbo 3.0 book in Porsche Fahrer's February 2019 issue: 

Manchmal, wenn Geld und Zeit keine Rolle spielen, entsteht große Kunst, ohne dass die Limitierungen des wirklichen Lebens ihr Schranken auferlegen. Und mit viel Glück wird ein Buch wie Ryan Snodgrass’ Magnum Opus zum Thema 911 Turbo daraus.

Die Masse von 1500 Bildern und Informationen auf 536 Seiten hat das Zeug, den Betrachter/Leser zu erschlagen: Wo beginnen, wenn schon das Kapitel „Accessoires“, angefangen beim korrekten Bordwerkzeug bis hin zum passenden 911-Koffer-satz der Firma Volz, 18 Seiten umfasst? Wohlgemerkt, es geht nur um den Dreiliter-Urturbo der Modelljah- re 1975 bis 1977! Natürlich ist es spannend, die Entwicklung des 911 Turbo nachzuvollziehen, aber richtig aufregend wird es, wenn Text und Bilder tief und detailreich bis hin zum Aufnäher der Sicherheitsgurte in Technik, Ausstattung und Produktion eintauchen. Snodgrass hat sich die Mühe gemacht, auch Sonderanfertigungen und Spezialmodelle zu zeigen, die Spuren im Rennsport nachzuzeichnen und zu guter Letzt JEDEN gebauten 911 Turbo 3.0 mit Farbe, Innenausstattung, Reifentyp bei Auslieferung, Extras etc. aufzulisten. Wenn das Geld also nicht für einen Urturbo reicht, sind 395 Dollar für die Standardausgabe dieses Standardwerks perfekt angelegtes Geld. Ein besseres Buch zum Thema wird es auf absehbare Zeit nicht geben. Fünf Sterne!

Rough English translation:

Sometimes, when money and time are irrelevant, great art emerges without the limitations of real life putting a stop to it. And with luck, a book like Ryan Snodgrass' Magnum Opus on the subject 911 Turbo comes alive.

The massive 1,500 images and 536 pages of information has what it takes to slay the viewer / reader: Where to start, the chapter "Accessories" is 18 pages, starting with the correct tool kit to the matching 911-suitcase set Volz? Mind you, it is only about the three-liter Urturbo the model year 1975 to 1977! Of course, it is exciting to understand the development of the 911 Turbo, but it gets really exciting when text and images immersed deep and detailed to the patch of the seat belts in technology, equipment and production. Snodgrass has taken the trouble to show custom and special models, trace the traces in racing, and last but not least, listing ALL 911 Turbo 3.0 built with color, interior trim, tire type at delivery, extras, etc.  So if the money is not enough for a primal turbo, $395 for the standard edition of this standard work is perfectly invested money. There will not be a better book on the topic for the foreseeable future. Five stars!

We are thrilled that Ryan Snodgrass' Turbo 3.0 book has just been nominated as a finalist in the Book category for Motoring Press Guild's 2018 MPG Excellence in Automotive Journalism Awards. In MPG's own words, the "annual celebration of excellence is intended to inspire automotive journalists, both present and future, to produce work of the highest professional caliber in specific categories."

It's an honor to just be nominated for such a prestigious award in the world of automotive journalism. Congratulations to the other finalists in the Book category:

• Hurley: From the Beginning by Sean Cridland
• Twice Around the Clock – The Yanks at Le Mans Vol. I-III by Tim Considine

Hurley is an absolutely fantastic read on one of America's greatest racing drivers, written directly in partnership with Mr. Haywood himself. I haven't seen Twice Around the Clock yet, but I've pre-ordered a copy as it looks like it will provide great insight into the history of American drivers at Le Mans.

Interestingly, MPG finalist nominations run deep with those involved in the Turbo 3.0 project. Richard Baron, the Designer/Art Director for the Turbo 3.0 book, also worked on the MPG nominated Hurley book. And Randy Wells—a 2018 MPG finalist in the Featured Video category for his film ICARUS—photographed many shots that appeared in the Turbo 3.0 book.

The winners in each category will be announced during the awards dinner on February 24th at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. Good luck to all.

Review of the Turbo 3.0 book in Flat6 magazine's January 2019 issue:

Pas moins de 536 pages, plus de 1500 photos et illustrations pour la plupart jamais publiées, voici un ouvrage majeur sur la 911 Turbo 3.0. Pour tout savoir, tout décoder du modèle emblématique du milieu des seventies. 

Ryan Snodgrass n’en est pas à son coup d’essai, après avoir écrit et publié en 2015 un ouvrage de 416 pages sur la Carrera 2.7 mondialement reconnu, il a décidé de s’attaquer à la Turbo 3.0 avec succès. Bien sûr le livre est en anglais, mais très facile à lire, et vraiment complet. Toute l’histoire de la Turbo est fidèlement racontée, chaque couleur, chaque option, chaque couleur ou tissu de siège y sont fidèlement répertoriés. Si vous êtes ou avez été propriétaire de cette icône de l’automobile, ou si vous en avez rêvé et que vous en rêvez encore, vous vous devez d’avoir cet ouvrage dans votre bibliothèque, Vous ne pourrez plus dire : « je ne savais pas ». 

Rough English translation:

No less than 536 pages, more than 1500 photos and illustrations for the most part ever published, here is a major work on the 911 Turbo 3.0. To know everything, to decode the emblematic model of the middle of the seventies.

Ryan Snodgrass is not at his first attempt, after writing and published in 2015 a book of 416 pages on the world famous Carrera 2.7, he decided to tackle the Turbo 3.0 successfully. Of course the book is in English, but very easy to read, and really complete. The whole history of the Turbo is faithfully told, every color, every option, every color or seat fabric is faithfully listed. If you are or have been the owner of this car icon, or if you have dreamed of it and still dream of it, you owe it to yourself to have it in your library. You will not be able to say, "I did not know".

AutoMobilia Magazine's latest issue#3 (Jan/Feb 2019) featured "Best Motor Book Buys of 2018" by Ben Horton (of Hortons Books), who had this to say about the Turbo 3.0 book:

July saw Ryan Snodgrass' second book come to market, Turbo 3.0 — Porsche's First Turbocharged Supercar. Another superb offering from Snodgrass, and I personally love his panache for design and layout. He is also one of the pioneers of what I call, the "future of automotive publishing" by giving the customer a lot of specific details. Perfect for anyone who either owns one of the cars or is looking to buy one. This limited edition of 2500 copies has 536 pages and comes slipcased. The book was also nominated for "The Royal Automobile Club Book of the Year."

Review by 9Once Plus magazine of the Turbo 3.0 book:

Ryan Snodgrass, entusiasta del mundo del automóvil especializado end Porsche, acaba de publicar su segundo libro dedicado esta vez a los 911 Turbo 3.0 y que cuenta con un total de 536 páginas y 1.508 fotografías, la mitad de ellas nunca antes publicadas. Un libro fantástico e imprescindible para cualquier propietario, historiador o restaurador, que tiene muchísima información sacada de los archivos de Porsche. Todo ello le ha valido el [nominación para] "Motoring Book of the Year 2018". Pero si queréis un ejemplar tendréis que daros prisa porque se trata de una edición limitada de 2.500 ejemplares que tiene un precio de €399.

Rough English translation:

Ryan Snodgrass, enthusiast of the world of the specialized automobile Porsche, has just published his second book dedicated this time to the 911 Turbo 3.0 which has a total of 536 pages and 1,508 photographs, half of them never before published. A fantastic and essential book for any owner, historian or restorer, with much of information the sourced from the Porsche Archives. All this has earned him [a nomination] for "Motoring Book of the Year 2018". But if you want a copy you will have to hurry because it is a limited edition of 2,500 copies that has a price of €399.