Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in engine research and development, backed up with a computer-age workshop, David Vizard gives a comprehensive guide to tuning the A-series engine for either performance or economy. He provides the very latest technical data in the third edition of this best-seller, which has nearly 750 illustrations and an easy-to-follow text.• ‘remains the essential work’ Classics• ‘a spectacularly detailed piece of work’ Cars & Car Conversions• ‘regarded as the essential reference’ Safety Fast

This all-new colour book provides a step-by-step, extensively illustrated guide to building a two-seater, open-top sports car using standard tools, basic skills and low-cost materials. The down-to-earth text shows how to make the chassis, suspension components and bodywork, and advises on how to modify and use cheap but serviceable mechanical components from a Ford Sierra donor vehicle. The end product is a budget-priced, high-performance sports car – and a learning experience in engineering and design.

From the author of the best-selling Build Your Own Sports Car for as little as Ł250 here is a step-by-step illustrated guide to building a single-seater off-road buggy using standard tools, basic skills and low-cost materials. This all-colour book shows how to make the tubular frame, and advises how to modify and use cheap but serviceable mechanical components sourced from a donor motorcycle. The end product is a budget-price fun vehicle – and a learning experience in engineering and design.

The first edition of this bestseller inspired so many people to build their own sports car that there now exists a thriving Locost Car Club, and an MSA-approved race series for Locosts run by the 750 Motor Club. This second edition – in full colour – is updated and expanded, with a new chapter on all aspects of racing a Locost, information on how to get through the Single Vehicle Approval test, and builders' own stories.• ‘a great book designed to get people involved’ Motoring News• ‘an inspiring read’ Cars & Car Conversions

The Capri brought stylish, coupé motoring within reach of the general public, and four years on from its 1968 debut, a million examples had been sold. Capris remained in production for 19 years, and the continuing availability of spare parts and accessories ensures that the Capri will have an enthusiastic following for many years to come. Here is a complete guide to the processes needed to improve and modify a Capri, illustrated with more than 800 step-by-step photographs and drawings. This book was first published in 1992 and has now been re-issued as a digitally printed paperback.

Here, in this updated third edition, is the complete practical guide to car bodywork repair and renovation for the DIY enthusiast. With the aid of illustrated, step-by-step instructions it explains how to tackle a wide range of jobs, from fixing a scratch to fitting a new body panel. Also covered are welding, rust treatment, paint spraying, sanding and grinding, mixing and applying body fillers, masking, windscreen renewal, and fixing window winders and door locks.• ‘it’s all there’ Cars & Car Conversions• ‘incredibly useful’ VW Motoring• ‘spot on’ Classic Car Weekly

Many people today feel inspired to build their own car, either completely from scratch or by assembling a kit. This book explains in detail, using easy-to-understand text and illustrations, how to plan a project and carry out the tasks required, safely and efficiently to a good standard and within a reasonable time scale. A companion volume to Ron Champion’s successful Build Your Own Sports Car for as little as Ł250 – and race it!.
'a surprising amount of information that would benefit any car owner' Classic & Sports Car
'just about as hands-on as it gets!' Car Mechanics

The restoration of a classic car can, at first, seem like a daunting task. Based on the author’s 50 years’ experience of restoring classic cars, this book explains how to plan a project and carry out the tasks required, safely and efficiently to a good standard. Advice is given on buying a suitable vehicle and the techniques involved in the renovation of chassis, bodywork, engine and drive train, running gear and electrics are described using easy-to-understand text and illustrations.
‘will save you far more than its cost’ Classics
‘an invaluable resource to the first-time restorer’ Classic Car Weekly

On modern cars, damaged components are regarded as items to be thrown away and replaced. Spares are readily available, and the high cost of labour makes repair uneconomic for commercial garages. But for a classic car the story is quite different. This book – expertly written and clearly illustrated – shows the enthusiast how to rescue, repair and restore old components. It will be indispensable to people wanting to keep a restored car on the road as well as those undertaking a full rebuild.• 'a great buy' The Sun• 'really lives up to its name' Classic Car Weekly• 'Excellent reference' Classic & Sports Car

Many DIY enthusiasts, happy to do quite complex repair or restoration work on their classic cars, shudder at the prospect of tackling anything to do with the electrics. This book is for them. It is a clearly written, well-illustrated practical guide to electrical systems, covering everything from safety, basic principles, and tools and techniques, to actual projects such as stripping down a typical generator, fitting gauges, or adding a security alarm.• ‘A good introduction to the principles’ Classics• ‘Clear and easy to follow’ Mini Magazine