BACK IN PRINT! With over 900 photographs and illustrations, this manual is both easy-to-understand and the most complete guide to restoring these iconic cars. Every image digitally rescanned and improved or replaced. The manual contains everything you need to help you work with some of the most restorable of all classic cars. Including: -Model heritage and development. -How to buy a Spitfire, GT6, Vitesse or Herald. -Full 4-cylinder engine strip-down and rebuild. -Full body and chassis restoration. -Tuning hints and tips. -Transmission servicing and replacement. -Suspension overhaul and replacement. -Repairing, replacing or renewing interior trim. -Accessories, Rustproofing and Painting. -Extra 'how-to' section on MiG welding. This 'classic' manual is for every enthusiast for these truly great Triumph cars, from the experienced restorer to the first-time novice. IMPORTANT NOTE: All images from the original manual have been rescanned and digitally enhanced or replaced. They're still mainly 1990s photographs - but MUCH improved over the originals!

Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.

Although it has been many years since the Triumph Spitfire was produced, the remaining number of functional examples that exist around the world is a testament to its ageless design and solid build quality. The Triumph Spitfire Restoration Manual is for anyone who has a keen interest in owning a Triumph Spitfire but has limited mechanical experience. It will steer any budding restorer through the many challenges encountered when maintaining and/or restoring such a classic and demonstrates the basic principles and simple techniques that would normally be learned by working alongside an experienced mechanic. Including helpful project tips and notes, which pass on a multitude of trade secrets.

The legendary Supermarine Spitfire receives the famous Haynes manual treatment with the full co-operation and authorisation of the Royal Air Force. Here is a unique perspective on what it takes to own, restore and operate a Spitfire, as well as an insight into the engineering and construction of this remarkable fighter aircraft. This highly detailed book is based around the Spitfire Mk IX at RAF Coningsby.

If youre planning to restore your Midget or Sprite youve come to the right place! This fully revised and updated work contains detailed information on how to build a car using a Rover Group/Heritage bodyshell. With the aid of more than 1,000 illustrations and a text aimed at the do-it-yourselfer, this book tells you how to renovate bodywork, chassis and interiors; how to give new life to mechanical and electrical components; and how to modify your car for improved performance.

The full story of the bestselling Triumph Spitfire sports car. Describes all the technical and design developments that took the Triumph Spitfire through five separate models.

Tuning data and Specifications, repair and servicing of all components, tools. 2nd edition. Incorporating TC and PI models.

The Lotus Elan was Colin Chapman and Lotus' first affordable road car, produced from 1962 and, along with its larger Plus 2 variant, until 1974. As a replacement for the expensive Lotus Elite, the Elan and Plus 2 were both successful sports cars, which carried Lotus through the 1960s and into the 1970s. Starting with a brief history of Lotus and the Elan, Lotus Elan & Plus 2 Source Book provides a detailed originality guide to the Elan and Plus 2, identifying the design changes Lotus made to the models through their lifetimes. An 'owner's guide' provides detailed information on owning and maintaining the cars in tip-top condition, and gives details of common faults and upgrades. The restoration guide gives any potential restorer the information to carry out the tasks needed to bring one of the these cars back from the dead. With anecdotes and experiences from current and previous owners of Elans and Plus 2's, along with many colour photographs the book provides a valuable insight into owning running and racing these iconic cars.