The Classic Car Book by Andrew Noakes (Haynes)

Description

The Classic Car Book: The Essential Guide to Buying, Owning, Enjoying and Maintaining a Classic Car by Andrew Noakes (Haynes).  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 modernize 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 maximize their enjoyment of the classic car scene.

This guide will help you with buying and selling classic cars – choosing a classic car; where to buy a classic car; assessing a classic 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.