How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot
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Book Overview
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 campersEasy-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 proceduresTrusted advice from the late John Muir, whose in-depth knowledge and sense of humor have guided Volkswagen enthusiasts for nearly 50 yearsHand-lettered with intricate hand-drawn illustrations throughout Updated information on problem-solving, with new photos and an updated resource listPacked with trusted insight, troubleshooting tips, and clear directions, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is the ultimate VW manual.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:B00G09DEX0
ISBN13:9781566913102
Release Date:August 2001
Publisher:Rick Steves
Length:480 Pages
Weight:2.39 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 8.1" x 10.9"
Customer Reviews
6 ratings
Library edition, perfectly new condition but even better with a laminated protective plastic film on
Published by ScottM , 5 years ago
For anyone who has the classic beetle (or Porsche 914)
Excellent book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
The book is well written and illustrated; more like a personal account than an automobile repair and maintenance manual. Well worth the price.
Idiots guide to the vw
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Great book. Entertaining, empowering, and even a bit misleading, but its priceless and has been a favorite resource of mine for over a decade. This book, a vw and some simple tools will change your life.
how to keep your sanity alive
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This book makes it easy even if you have no clue about any beetle. Just follow Johns advice and do as he says exactly the way he says it.
Love da Book, it has saved my life and limb more than once!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
It all began in 1970, with my first VW, a 1967 Squareback, found in a backyard in our nation's capitol. I had to replace all hoses,belts and external gaskets, plus overhaul the dual Solex carbs(not covered bu the Guide!) just to get that babe running. It was worth it! That $200.00 car took me and my sweethart to the Grand Canyon and further, and was sold to a man who had a lot of money and time on his hands. The "Guide" has helped me through 14 or so VW's, including a "66 Ghia, '78 2 liter van and a 412 4-speed wagon(actual German edition). Now I own an '81 Vanagon, an '84 rabbit deluxe, and several parts cars on my property. Thanks be to John Muir
indispensable for any VW owner
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 28 years ago
I have had my copy of the 1968 edition through 7 VW's and have used it to the point of disintegration. Anyone with a VW should buy this book, if not only for the amusement value
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