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Speed Demons (1957) comic books

  • Issue #7
    Speed Demons (1957) 7

    Cover by Vince Alascia. Stories and art by Bill Molno, Vince Alascia, Sal Trapani and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Another Charlton racing title combining technical jargon, old-fashioned romance and fisticuffs, and the great racecars of yesteryear. When his engine overheats, Butch faces the choice of saving his sponsor's car or going for a desperate win. Motorcycle racer "Slivers" is rumored to be a secret coward, and Mike wants to see if that's true. Sketchy-looking characters (the kind with slouch hats, ties, and cigarettes) are interested in making sure that Champ Morgan doesn't win the next race. Temperature Rise; Hug That Rail; Cut-Up; The Hot Rod Rescue; Broken Bones; The Great Man's Shadow. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #9
    Speed Demons (1957) 9

    Stories and art by Bill Molno, Vince Alascia, Fran Matera and Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio. Another Charlton racing title combining technical jargon, old-fashioned romance and fisticuffs, and the great racecars of yesteryear. In a story that reflects its era, Juan enters the Grand Prix in Cuba, providing a rare glimpse of the island nation just before Castro's Revolution. "Bones" has the best car on the track, but he lacks the experience to maximize its power. With no money for a good car, Conley develops a reputation as a "tramp racer." Plus a look at the prototype for the Buick LeSabre, featuring automatic convertible top and heated seats. Grand Prix De Cuba; Old 16; Right Car, Wrong Driver; Hot Rod Talk; Guns, Cars, and Accidents; Dirty Driver; A Look into the Auto Past: The Classic LeSabre; Tramp Driver. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.