With the aid of more than 1,000 detailed illustrations and text aimed at the do-it-yourselfer, this book describes and illustrates: how to renovate bodywork and chassis; how to strip out and replace interiors; how to give new life to mechanical and electrical components; what to look for when buying[...]
A restoration manual for the Triumph Herald, Spitfire and its derivatives. When these models first appeared in the 1960s, their radically new design features made them perfect DIY cars for the owners of the day. Today, those very same features help to make the Herald, Spitfire, GT6 and Vitesse among[...]
Over 35 practical projects are accompanied by stunning examples of pared down interiors to show how simple it is to make the most of natural materials in the home. Includes a comprehensive section on the colours and textures available from natural elements and how to introduce them into the home.[...]
The legendary 'classic' Land Rover - the mainstay of the four-wheel-drive market world-wide for over 60 years - was rebranded Defender in 1990, and has upheld Land Rover's reputation for producing rugged workhorses, with unbeatable off-road capability. This Haynes Manual provides a practical guide t[...]
This completely new, all-colour version of a best-selling restoration manual contains a wealth of new guidance, particularly on later Defender models. Clearly written, extensively illustrated step-by-step procedures describe in detail the restoration of bodywork, mechanicals, interior and electrics,[...]
How to renovate bodywork and interiors; how to give new life to mechanical and electrical components; how to modify your car for improved performance and appearance. Covers all models of the Mini.[...]
Buying, restoring and maintaining a secondhand vehicle.
Porsche experts fill you in on all the things you should know before buying or restoring a Porsche 911. Coverage includes: how to renovate chassis and bodywork; how to give new life to mechanical and electrical components; what to look for when buying a Porsche and the pitfalls to avoid; and what mo[...]
Although production of these great British sports cars ceased many years ago, enthusiasm for them continues unabated. Now fully revised and updated to include the rebuilding of a car with a Heritage bodyshell this book, first gives the reader a basic history of the Midget and Sprite, tells the prosp[...]
Your complete and definitive guide to ground-up Beetle restoration. Contents include: how to renovate chassis and bodywork - including the renewal of major panels and repainting, how to renovate interiors - including the re-covering of seats and renewal of the hood, how to give new life to mechanica[...]
A complete guide to the restoration of a British automobile industry icon. Step-by-step instructions and complete photography will guide both experts and beginners alike through the restoration process.
Includes a history of the car, buyers guide, and full vehicle specifications.[...]
Chilton is pleased to distribute Porter Repair Manuals in North America. Published by Porter Publishing Ltd. in the United Kingdom, this series offers manuals for general automotive repair as well as model-specific manuals, for use on American and European vehicles. They provide comprehensive inform[...]
This book offers all the information needed to rebuild your 2CV in step-by-step detail, supported by over 1500, mainly colour illustrations. It covers body, trim and mechanical restoration, and gives advice on what to look for when buying a car or van, and originality guidance (colour schemes and pr[...]
Convert your own VW Panel Van to a Camper, and you've got the best of both worlds, as Lindsay Porter's manual shows. The T5 Transporter, the world's best selling van, is great to own and you'll save a fortune compared to the cost of buying a ready-converted Camper. Follow the detailed, highly illust[...]
Mit Hilfe dieser Reparaturanleitung ist es jedem Hobbyschrauber möglich seinen Golf Baujahr 1974 bis 1991 (Modell I und II) perfekt zu restaurieren. Durch die zahlreichen Abbildungen kann jeder im Text beschriebene Arbeitsschritt einfach und problemlos nachvollzogen werden. Die detaillierten Explos[...]