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History of the Cizeta V16T

Discussion in 'Other Italian' started by Jet-X, Mar 14, 2006.

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  1. Dr JonboyG

    Dr JonboyG Karting

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    My copy was waiting for me when I got home this evening - fantastic job, Brian, you should be very proud.
     
  2. Jet-X

    Jet-X F1 Veteran

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    Thanks for all the kind words guys, really appreciate.

    Just to reiterate, I am not a writer - this was a pet/personal project that started out as nothing and turned into something quite big for me. Your enjoyment means I succeeded. However, please, do not be afraid to comment on the book in a negative way. If you wished it had something else, let me know. If you think it was below average, that's ok to.

    I ask for this feedback, because I am considering another book (not car related, but aviation related).

    Thanks again, I hope you get lots of enjoyment out of the book.
     
  3. Jota 5084

    Jota 5084 Formula 3

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    Eric Andersson
    Thanks Chris!
     
  4. mycarsux

    mycarsux Formula Junior

    Feb 9, 2006
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    I just got home from work to find my copy on my doorstep! After a quick glance, it looks great. I can't wait to start reading it tonight. Thank you for all of your hard work in telling the story.
     
  5. tiko_history

    tiko_history Rookie

    May 6, 2012
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    Hi everyone . I just want to say , that I'm a big fanat of this car .
     
  6. Jet-X

    Jet-X F1 Veteran

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    FYI - all International customers, your copies ship out on Monday.
     
  7. alan

    alan Formula 3

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    #282 alan, May 16, 2012
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    Hey Brian, Got my copy today, had an initial flick through looks fantastic, and I was thrilled to see myself get a mention at one point! :)

    Will let you know in depth my thoughts once I have read it cover to cover.

    Here is a scan from EVO supercar directory 2012, which by coincidence I got today also.
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  8. maranelloman

    maranelloman Rookie

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  9. Jet-X

    Jet-X F1 Veteran

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    There were 3 versions of the brochure you have, plus one other brochure that featured the final car (not the prototype).
     
  10. Jet-X

    Jet-X F1 Veteran

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  11. Fuoriserie

    Fuoriserie Formula Junior

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  12. Fuoriserie

    Fuoriserie Formula Junior

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  13. AxerJk

    AxerJk Formula 3

    Jan 28, 2009
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    Chris Ashworth
    I recently went on vacation and made it a point to visit the Marconi Museum. The car collection was spectacular!

    Here is a short documentary of the Cizeta. I gave a shout out to the book, which was a HUGE help in the research. The lighting in the museum was a bit dark.

    Chris


    [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZqUnhjiMCw]Cizeta V16t: A Car That Should Have Been - YouTube[/ame]
     
  14. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

    Apr 24, 2013
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    Caro Claudio,
    Prima o poi tutti i nodi verranno a galla! Allora ci sara' la rivincita!
    saluti,,,ferris45
     
  15. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

    Apr 24, 2013
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    Hello,,,,
    Soon there will be a change for the better!
    Just wait and see,,,
    ferris45
     
  16. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

    Apr 24, 2013
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    Bravo Claudio,,,,,
     
  17. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

    Apr 24, 2013
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    Hello Cizeta lovers and not.

    I heard through the grapevine the V16 car is back in town, anybody would like to confirm this? If it is true I would like to go see it and meet Mr. Zampolli. After reading the book and the all story behind it I became more curious and enthusiastic to find out more about it.
    The book is definitely great and Mr. Brian must be proud of it, however I heard from very reliable infos that all the story written is not quite accurate and correct. Apparently there are a substantial amount of, sabotages, squilings, conpiracies and more behind it.
    I red that between Mr. Zampolli and Mr. Brian there is definitely big frictions and sparks, so I want to find out more and why when the car was sized the news was on national TV.
    Greetings,,,,,
     
  18. Jet-X

    Jet-X F1 Veteran

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    Well, with exception of Chapter 10 (which was largely rewritten after talking to Jay Leno and Claudio's attorney Tristram Buckley), Claudio never said anythingI had written was inaccurate (and I have the emails between us to back this up), so not sure what is inaccurate outside of bitterness over our break up.
     
  19. alan

    alan Formula 3

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    I would love to know what is happening / has happened to the seized car, I would be devastated if it were destroyed by the bureaucrats. I just hope the car resurfaces one day even if it does have to be moved out of the U.S. by a new owner. At least it would be nice to hear what fate has befallen the car.

    Unless there is some truth in the above posters grapevine news?? Anybody know?
     
  20. Peloton25

    Peloton25 F1 Veteran

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    I think the term "inaccurate" may only apply in the sense that it is not how Claudio wishes for some of the stories to be remembered.

    >8^)
    ER
     
  21. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

    Apr 24, 2013
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    hello Alan,,
    Yes, indeed it is confirmed by my friend that he saw the car. He sent me fotos after the delivery. More to come about the story behind the squilings and conspiracies, I wish they could make a movie about it, I tell you the info that I get is amazing!
    Greetings,,,,
     
  22. ferris45

    ferris45 Rookie

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    Ci sentiremo presto!
     
  23. AxerJk

    AxerJk Formula 3

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  24. Claudio Z.

    Claudio Z. Rookie

    Dec 30, 2009
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    Claudio Zampolli
    “History of Cizeta Automobili”

    I am the President of Cizeta Automobili, the developer and manufacturer of the Cizeta automobiles, Claudio Zampolli. From a friend I just found out about this unauthorized book on the Cizeta. I was advised to see it advertised on “Amazon.com”, and also to read the book as he indicated there is something very discriminatory in Chapter 10.

    The authors of the book “Brian Wiklem and Carry Cowan” criminally stole most of the pictures and information on Cizeta from my computer by persuading me that my computer needed improvement. I then left them alone in my office to repair it. After the unauthorized theft, I cannot spend $250.00 for something that was unauthorized and stolen from me. They never contacted me again.

    Is there someone out there is willing to loan me the book for a short time, or at least a copy of the legendary discriminating Chapter 10? In exchange for this kindness I will send a beautiful poster of the one-off Cizeta V16 T TTJ Spyder manufactured here in the USA with my thanks and gratitude.

    I can assure you, when you know the “other side of the story” you would not hesitate to send a note of “SHAME ON YOU” to the authors as I hope it haunts them for the rest of their lives!

    Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request. Please send your mail to the below address.

    Sincerely,

    Claudio Zampolli

    E-mail: [email protected]
    USPS: P.O. Box 8343 fountain Valley, CA 92728
     
  25. Peloton25

    Peloton25 F1 Veteran

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    Frankly, that reads like a whole lot of bull**** Claudio. Very disappointing to see you make accusations like that against the author of a wonderful book cataloging its history - this coming from a longtime fan and enthusiast of your creation.

    >8^)
    ER
     

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