There's a lot of fun and satisfaction to be had from renovating a classic car - but the pitfalls are as real as they ever were. However, armed with this guide to the important basics, written by a car restoration expert, anyone with common-sense, a practical disposition, and more than a jot of dedication can produce a satisfactory job first time. The book advises on planning the restoration, getting finance and insurance, importing a car from abroad, locating specialist suppliers and enthusiast clubs, and driving and selling a restored car. It also gives a "personal top 10" list of classic cars the author considers suitable as a first-time project. Discusses what skills, workshop facilities and equipment are required, recommending the use of appropriate Haynes workshop manuals and restoration guides for tackling complex technical tasks.
- ISBN10 1852604107
- ISBN13 9781852604103
- Publish Date 16 January 1995
- Publish Status Remaindered
- Out of Print 1 April 1998
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Haynes Publishing Group
- Imprint J H Haynes & Co Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 200
- Language English