A Kraken good read

Kraken's F1 Opus delves into the thrills and glitz of Formula 1—the grandaddy of all glamour sports. The 850-page tome profiles every racing legend, past and present, and features 2,000 of the most iconic photographs in racing history. Released in the autumn, the book also details the history of F1 racing, from the streets of Paris to today's high-tech, round-the-world extravaganza.

Weighing in at a hefty 37kg, the £3,000 Opus lacks the streamlining of its subject matter. A limited-edition version featuring the signatures of every living F1 champion can be yours for a cool £20,000.

Alternatively, for the same amount you could stick a tiny logo of your choice on the front of a top F1 car for three days. It's your call.