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The Classic Car Book Andrew Noakes

The Classic Car Book By Andrew Noakes

The Classic Car Book by Andrew Noakes


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Condition - Very Good
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Summary

Provides the information needed to choose, run and maintain a practical classic car, whether the owner is fanatical about preserving originality, or wishes to modernise a classic to improve reliability and practicality. This book is useful for those contemplating ownership of their first classic car and for existing owners.

The Classic Car Book Summary

The Classic Car Book: The Essential Guide to Buying, Owning, Enjoying and Maintaining a Classic Car by Andrew Noakes

In an age of technically complex identikit cars, the classic car scene is flourishing, and many owners are now running classics as everyday cars. This extensively illustrated book provides the reader with all the information needed to choose, run and maintain a practical classic car, whether the owner is fanatical about preserving originality, or wishes to modernise a classic to improve reliability and practicality. It is essential reading for anyone contemplating ownership of their first classic car, and for existing owners who wish to maximise their enjoyment of the classic car scene.

About Andrew Noakes

A graduate in automotive engineering, Andrew Noakes has been a motoring journalist for the past 15 years. He was Editor of Classics from 1997 to 2002, and has also freelanced for various magazines, such as Car Mechanics and Practical Motorist. He's also a committed classic car enthusiast, his everyday car being a 1972 MG Midget. He lives near Tonbridge in Kent.

Table of Contents

In series with The Bike Book, The Motorcycle Book and The Scooter Book. Buying and selling classic cars - choosing a car; where to buy; assessing a car; buying a restoration project; preparing a car for sale. Restoration - finding parts; planning a rebuild; restoring body, trim, engine and running gear; how to decide whether to leave original, repair or renew parts; preserving originality. Modifications - modifying for everyday use, performance, reliability and reduced maintenance, including fitting modern engines. Maintenance and servicing - everyday maintenance; cleaning; servicing; MoT testing and preparing for winter. Driving techniques and troubleshooting. 100 popular classic cars described and assessed, and appendices giving full details of specialists, clubs, events and researching a car's history.

Additional information

GOR001424628
9781844252312
1844252310
The Classic Car Book: The Essential Guide to Buying, Owning, Enjoying and Maintaining a Classic Car by Andrew Noakes
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Haynes Publishing Group
20060422
176
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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