The Red Car by Don Stanford (1954) 1st Edition, Rare Young Adult Auto Racing Book

First edition, hardcover copy of "The Red Car" by Don Stanford, published by Funk & Wagnalls in 1954. Assumed 5th printing. This rare young adult/children's book tells the story of a young man's introduction to car mechanics and racing with an old MG sports car. Moderate wear to covers from handling and age. Corners bumped and frayed. Hinges cracked and spine is cocked, but all pages are attached. Some discoloration to outer edges of text block, otherwise pages are clean and unmarked but tanned. See photos for detailed condition. Shipped via USPS Media Mail.