Beach Rides: Time Machines for Modern-Day Escapists

Climb into the passenger seat and explore Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard through the vintage vehicles that have become part of island life.

Written by Whitney Hubbell with photography by John Annetti, Beach Rides celebrates the weathered Jeeps, classic Land Rovers, Toyota FJs, and other unforgettable vehicles seen cruising sandy roads and coastal trails.

Behind every sun-faded door and salt-worn bumper is a story. Through beautiful photography and personal interviews, the book reveals family memories, island traditions, and forgotten local history preserved by the people who own and love these remarkable vehicles.

More than a book about cars, Beach Rides is about freedom, nostalgia, and the machines that carry generations back to their favorite places.

Why You’ll Love It

• Features distinctive vintage beach vehicles
• Explores the culture of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard
• Pairs evocative automotive photography with personal stories
• Preserves family memories and lesser-known island history
• Celebrates coastal adventure, craftsmanship, and nostalgia

Made for Modern-Day Escapists

These vehicles are more than transportation—they are time machines. Each one evokes sandy roads, open-air drives, salty afternoons, and summers remembered long after they end.

Beach Rides brings that spirit home, making it a striking addition to coffee tables, beach houses, offices, libraries, and coastal retreats.

A Gift Worth Giving

An inspired gift for classic-car enthusiasts, island travelers, beach lovers, and collectors of automotive photography. It is especially meaningful for anyone with memories of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, or summers spent exploring the coast.

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