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How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive : A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot by John Muir and Tosh Gregg (2001, Trade Paperback)
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How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive : A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot, Paperback by Muir, John; Aschwanden, Peter (ILT); Gregg, Tosh, ISBN 1566913101, ISBN-13 9781566913102, Brand New, Free shipping in the US The nineteenth edition of this classic automotive manual helps dedicated VW owners fight the war against rust, body rot, and engine failure to keep their prized cars alive, with advice on caring for Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers. Original. 30,000 first printing.
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First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the knowledge to handle every situation they will come across with any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers. With easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information , for novice and veteran mechanics alike , anecdotal descriptions, and clear language, this book takes the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures, and offers some chuckles along the way. This edition features new information on troubleshooting, new photos, and an updated resource list.Product Identifiers
PublisherAvalon Publishing
ISBN-101566913101
ISBN-139781566913102
eBay Product ID (ePID)1903697
Product Key Features
Edition19
Book TitleHow to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive : a Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot
Number of Pages480 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2001
TopicAutomotive / Repair & Maintenance, General, Automotive / General, Automotive / Antique & Classic
IllustratorAschwanden, Peter, Yes
GenreTransportation
AuthorTosh Gregg, John Muir
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.3 in
Item Weight37.7 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2001-026665
Dewey Edition21
Target AudienceTrade
Dewey Decimal629.28/722
SynopsisFirst published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the practical skills to keep their Volkswagen running smoothly. Inside you'll find: - Expert knowledge on any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers - Easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information for novice and veteran mechanics alike, with anecdotal descriptions and clear language to help take the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures - Trusted advice from the late John Muir, whose in-depth knowledge and sense of humor have guided Volkswagen enthusiasts for nearly 50 years - Hand-lettered with intricate hand-drawn illustrations throughout - Updated information on problem-solving, with new photos and an updated resource list Packed with trusted insight, troubleshooting tips, and clear directions, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is the ultimate VW manual., First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the knowledge to handle every situation they will come across with any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers. With easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information , for novice and veteran mechanics alike , anecdotal descriptions, and clear language, this book takes the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures, and offers some chuckles along the way. This edition features new information on troubleshooting, new photos, and an updated resource list., First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the knowledge to handle every situation they will come across with any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers. With easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information - for novice and veteran mechanics alike - anecdotal descriptions, and clear language, this book takes the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures, and offers some chuckles along the way. This edition features new information on troubleshooting, new photos, and an updated resource list., First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the practical skills to keep their Volkswagen running smoothly. Inside you'll find: Expert knowledge on any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers Easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information for novice and veteran mechanics alike, with anecdotal descriptions and clear language to help take the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures Trusted advice from the late John Muir, whose in-depth knowledge and sense of humor have guided Volkswagen enthusiasts for nearly 50 years Hand-lettered with intricate hand-drawn illustrations throughout Updated information on problem-solving, with new photos and an updated resource list Packed with trusted insight, troubleshooting tips, and clear directions, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is the ultimate VW manual.
Lc Classification NumberTl215.V6mb 2001
Copyright Date2001
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