Your First Classic Car : Buying, Renovating and Driving

There's a lot of fun and satisfaction to be had from renovating a classic car - but the pitfalls are as real as they ever were.

However, armed with this guide to the important basics, written by a car restoration expert, anyone with common-sense, a practical disposition, and more than a jot of dedication can produce a satisfactory job first time.

The book advises on planning the restoration, getting finance and insurance, importing a car from abroad, locating specialist suppliers and enthusiast clubs, and driving and selling a restored car.

It also gives a "personal top 10" list of classic cars the author considers suitable as a first-time project.

Discusses what skills, workshop facilities and equipment are required, recommending the use of appropriate Haynes workshop manuals and restoration guides for tackling complex technical tasks.