Books, Nonfiction, Automotive, Buying & Leasing

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Editors of Consumer Reports
Used Car Buying Guide 2008 (Consumer Reports Used Car Buying Guide)
by Consumer Reports (Paperback) (Release Date: 2008-01-22)

Buying a used car is a greater risk than buying a new one, but can also be the best automotive deal around. The 2008 edition of Used Car Buying Guide will help anyone in the market get the best price – and minimize risk – when buying, selling, or trading in a used vehicle.  As it is best to be armed with as much information as possible before stepping onto a used car lot, this book will provide everything needed including: Unbiased reviews of every major model from 2000 – 2007Exclusive Reliability Ratings based on over 1 million vehiclesLists of the best and worst used vehicles and how to avoid a lemon  A checklist of what to look for when inspecting a used carBest used cars for gas mileageTips on negotiating the best priceRecalls and crash test informationMaking sense of safety informationHow to get the most money when trading in your current carPLUS profiles of more than 260 cars, trucks, and SUVs, presenting all major 2000-2007 models Each profile contains a photo ...

Jim Richardson
Pro Paint & Body
by HP Trade (Paperback)

This comprehensive guide to professional paint and bodywork includes the latest information on bodywork tools, materials and techniques. A partial list of subjects includes: Assessing a project car and damaged bodywork, disassembly and stripping, basic hammer and dolly techniques, diagnosing dents, fillers, leading, spray guns, current paint technology, color coats, color sanding, and custom colors.

2009 Collector Car Price Guide
by Krause Publications (Paperback)

The 2009 edition of Collector Car Price Guide provides you with essential information on finding, fixing, financing and having fun with collector cars, just as previous editions have done for more than 20 years. This book, in its easy-to-carry format contains more than 250,000 "ballpark" values determined from auction data, collector input and market research to help you accurately rate the condition of a car and identify the difference between classic, antique, special interest, collector and milestone models.Lists all the models made by 109 carmakers and 37 truck makers between 1899 and 2001 Preferred reference of various professionals including automobile dealers, bankers, appraisers, insurers, adjusters and restorers Features the 1-6 Condition Scale, the standard of the collector car industry

Patrick Paternie
Porsche 911 Red Book 1965-2005
by Motorbooks (Paperback)

This is the essential pocket reference on the world's most recognizable sports car. This book furnishes all you need to know about the original performance, appearance, and options of any Porsche 911. This is your one-stop 911 technical specification reference! Chapters are devoted to each 911 model year, putting all of the data at your fingertips. Complete listings of chassis and engine serial numbers trace the 911's production history, color variations, interior appointments, options, and customer racing packages. Factory reference codes for engines and transmissions--the keys to determining any 911's authenticity--are also packed into this handy, compact guide. All production variations for the world market are covered, making this the reference book that every Porsche enthusiast will turn to again and again in their pursuit of excellence.

Deanna Sclar
Buying a Car for Dummies
by For Dummies (Paperback)

Stay in the driver's seat as you steer your way through buying and owning a car, negotiating a fair price, and getting insurance and a maintenance plan you can afford. Buying A Car For Dummies can help you save a truckload of money over the life of your vehicle as you find out all you need to know about new and used car ownership in this entertaining and informative reference guide. Renowned consumer advocate Deanna Sclar covers all the angles and avenues related to your automotive questions. Park you fears, frustrations, and anxieties as you discover how to decide between buying or leasing new wheels, how to negotiate with car dealers, how to foil car thieves and carjackers, how to protect yourself in a breakdown or accident, and how to protect your automotive assets with insurance, warranties, and service contracts. Plus, the book features a list of ten great automotive Web sites for pricing information, ratings, industry news, diagnostic troubleshooting, and more.

Terence M. Shumaker
Autocad and Its Applications: Basics
by Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher (CD-ROM)

This book provides complete instruction for 2-D commands and introduces 3-D applications current with AutoCAD Release 13 for DOS. The text is written in an easy-to-understand language applying step-by-step instruction. Also included are hundreds of exercises, review material, and drawing problems. This book is made to be used in conjunction with the advanced book which is also featured in this catalog.

Chris Bass
Mercedes-Benz 280-560SL & SLC: The Essential Buyer's Guide
by Veloce (Paperback)

This book gives you a "warts and all" introduction to what Mercedes-Benz 280-560SL or SLC are like to own, drive and maintain, plus a step-by-step guide to how to evaluate any example you might be considering. It includes 100 photos of what to look for - and what to avoid - plus a realistic assessment of running and restoration costs, as well as market values. This includes servicing and spare parts prices, and the relative values of the various models, specifications and vehicle conditions you are likely to encounter. Written by the editor of the Mercedes-Benz Club Gazette, it draws on the experiences of the late Roger Edwards – a former Mercedes-Benz apprentice who spent his life working on and enjoying these cars, and includes input from Roger’s colleagues, who continue to run his company, a leading source of expertise on Mercedes. The book also benefits from the author’s 30 years of owning, restoring and enjoying old cars and his contacts in the world of Mercedes-Benz ...

John Dinkel
Road & Track Illustrated Automotive Dictionary
by Bentley Publishers (Paperback)

The Road & Track Illustrated Automotive Dictionary is a handy reference that will answer your automotive questions. Whether decoding a sales brochure, making sense of information downloaded from the internet, or unraveling the latest technology detailed in a road test, The Road & Track Illustrated Automotive Dictionary has the answer. Two decades ago, John Dinkel provided tens of thousands of auto journalists, enthusiasts, and car owners with the most comprehensive, indispensable automotive reference of its time. Now, the author has revised and updated that work, including current advances in technology, to create the new standard in automotive references. With over twice the number of definitions and three times the illustrations of the original Auto Dictionary, this book will be the first source you turn to when answering an automotive-related question. If you need to know the difference between RON and MON octane ratings, or how a "coupe" differs from a two-door sedan, ...

Peggi McDonald
RV Living in the 21st Century: The Essential Reference Guide for ALL RVers
by AuthorHouse (Paperback) (Release Date: 2004-05-10)

RV Living in the 21st Century; The Essential Reference Guide for ALL RVers will quickly become your best friend as you explore North America. It combines basic timeless RV information new RVers need to know, plus seasoned RVers will value the numerous hints and tips covering everything from packing to stretching dollars to driving their unit. RV Living in the 21st Century also includes a wide overview of updated changes in technologies that were not even thought of pre-9/11. Peggi McDonald freely relays both the good and not so good happenings she and her husband John experienced during two decades of fulltiming. As a Canadian snowbird that spends half the year in the U.S.A., she also readily shares her comprehensive border crossing knowledge. "What must I know before I buy my first RV?" "How can I learn to drive that new ‘BIG’ RV?" "Can I park without hook-ups?" "Where do I find campgrounds?" "How do you hook up the sewer?" "Is there a secret to packing my cupboards so ...

Jim Allen
Collectors Library Jeep (Collector's Library)
by Motorbooks International (Paperback)

This book was previously published as the Illustrated Jeep Buyer’s Guide. This book covers all of the information on Jeeps form 1940 to 1999. Military and postwar Jeeps are also included. This book includes the history, technical specifications, option lists and production information these vehicles. Updated Version

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