Practical Motorist Magazine September 1971 (1613) Ford Escort GT Mini Spitfire

PRACTICAL MOTORIST MAGAZINE – SEPTEMBER 1971 – VOL. 18 NO. 1 – SKU 1613

Original British motoring magazine from September 1971, featuring classic car road tests, practical workshop repairs, technical advice and authentic early 1970s motoring information. Original cover price 15p.

The front cover features a mechanic working on a Mini rear subframe assembly, with suspension components, tools and brake parts clearly displayed.

FEATURES & CONTENTS

• Ford Escort GT: Period road test and driving assessment.

• Vauxhall Firenza: Road impressions of this classic British model.

• Citroën Dyane 6 vs Renault 4: Comparison of two economical French cars.

• Classic Mini: Detailed subframe renewal and restoration advice.

• Suspension: Fitting and renewing springs and dampers.

• Triumph Spitfire: Cylinder head renovation and maintenance.

• Brakes: Understanding self-adjusting brake mechanisms.

• Austin 1100: Technical information and workshop advice.

• Engine Maintenance: Timing, tuning and practical servicing features.

Also includes automotive news, motoring advice, readers' correspondence, garage workshop features and period advertisements.

A fantastic reference for collectors of classic British cars, Mini restorers, Ford Escort enthusiasts and vintage motoring literature.

CONDITION

Pre-owned vintage magazine showing genuine age-related wear.

The cover displays noticeable yellowing and discolouration, particularly around the white background and edges. There are light surface scuffs, small marks, handling creases and wear along the spine and corners.

The bottom edge shows some staining and spotting, while the top-left corner and spine have minor rubbing and slight bending.

Interior pages show age-related yellowing, particularly around the margins, with some light marks and handling wear. The photographed contents page remains clear and readable.

Please study all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

IMPORTANT – ORIGINAL EXTRAS

The cover advertises a special offer for a six-piece abrasive and polishing pad set with 20 spare discs.

These promotional items are NOT included. Any originally supplied loose gifts, accessories or promotional extras are no longer with the magazine.

Magazine only.

PACKAGING & DELIVERY

• UK Orders: Securely packaged in a protective hardback envelope.

• International Orders: Securely packaged in a protective cardboard mailer-sized box.

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SKU: 1613