Here's a couple of books I've had for years: These are great for "on the go" identification, facts, figures, options, etc. 1st one is Monstrous American Car Spotters Guide 1920-1980 by Tad Burness 431 pages - 10,000 illustrations This book has tons of drawings and pictures that I don't think you'll see elsewhere. Lots of interior and option shots. GREAT BOOK 2nd one is: Standard Catalog of American Cars 1946-1975 (I believe there's a pre-war edition too for 1946-down) John A Gunnell 800 pages averages 2-4 illustrations on each page This one has lots of production figures and breakdowns of models. Also good for option availibility and cost. I have another similar book but no photo, it's called: Complete Book of Collectible Cars 1940-1980 Richard M Langworth 383 pages This book has plenty cars but skips some models. It's an OK book but I wouldn't recommend it.