Time-Life Book of the Family Car 1973 Hardcover Auto Repair Guide
$ 4.75
Description
Time-Life Book of the Family Car 1973 Hardcover Auto Repair Guide. Classic 1973 Time-Life hardcover on car ownership and maintenance – great for collectors, gearheads, or period décor. This vintage volume walks the everyday driver through how cars work, how to buy new or used, financing & insurance basics, upkeep and repairs, engine tuning, troubleshooting, garages & mechanics, RVs, and the “car of the future.” The book is packed with clear illustrations, diagrams, and full-color photos from the early-1970s automotive era. Covers show noticeable shelf wear, light soiling and age spotting, consistent with age. Interior pages appear clean and legible with typical age toning; binding feels tight and secure. No dust jacket is present (if issued), only the pictorial embossed boards with license-plate design, exactly as pictured. Ideal for: Vintage automotive reference library Muscle car era enthusiasts Retro garage, shop, or man-cave display Readers interested in historical car-care advice from the 1970s Please review all photos to confirm condition and details before purchasing. Item Specifics: 📚 Format: Hardcover 📅 Publication Year: 1973 📝 Author/Editor: Editors of Time-Life Books (John Paul Porter, editor) 🏢 Publisher: Time-Life Books, New York 📖 Pages: Approx. 358 pages 🌎 Language: English 🚗 Subject: Automobile ownership, maintenance, repairs, financing, insurance 🎨 Illustrations: Color photos, diagrams, and charts throughout 📏 Approx. Size: About 10.25" x 8.1" x 1.25" (standard Time-Life large format) 🇺🇸 Country/Region of Manufacture: United States 🔢 ISBN: 052881916X / 9780528819162 Google Books 🧾 Vintage: Original 1973 edition, not a modern reprint Condition: Good vintage condition – solid binding and clean pages with age toning; covers show noticeable soiling, edge wear, and age spots from storage and handling. No dust jacket (as shown). Additional Details: Seller’s note: This is a pre-owned vintage book. Photos are part of the description—colors/tones may vary slightly by screen. Measurements and condition notes are approximate; minor signs of age or use may be present. Please ask any questions before purchase. All items are stored in a smoke-free environment and packed carefully for safe shipping. Keywords: time life book of the family car, time-life family car, 1973 car book, vintage auto repair guide, classic car maintenance, automobile ownership manual, 1970s automotive reference, muscle car era book, time life family library, garage décor book, coffee table car book, car of the future 1973, vintage car insurance financing guide, collectible car manual hardcover, retro motoring book
