Restoring a classic or vintage car to concours condition can be a satisfying and rewarding experience. But a restoration can also turn quickly into a nightmare of skinned knuckles, costly mistakes, boxes of leftover parts and an expensive hunk of scrap iron. The Classic Car Restorer's Handbook is designed to help avoid these and many other problems commonly encountered by the do-it-yourself restorer. In essence, it covers what the factory manual doesn't tell you - information that can come only from firsthand experience. General sections offer advice and step-by-step techniques on all facets of restoring a classic, from engine rebuilding to detailing. Restorers are given an insider's view on how to: find a good machine shop, perform a successful engine rebuild, solve overheating problems, apply paint, replace upholstery, repair fuel tanks, overhaul brakes, rebuild carburetors, make gaskets, clean chrome trim, refurbish license plates, rejuvenate antique radios, prepare a vehicle for long-term storage and much more. All information is general enough to be used by any hands-on restorer, regardless of car make or model year. In Addition, much of the information in this book will help maintain a vintage automobile that has already been fully restored. it's a must have reference for any classic car enthusiast.