Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980): Restoration Manuals

Restoring Sprites & Midgets - An enthusiast's guide

Brooklands restoration manual for the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget. Gives also purchase tips and information about the model history and identification.

• This manual describes the complete restoration of the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars: renovation of the body (including the replacement of bonnet, fenders, windows, doors and bumpers), interior (seat cover, dashboard and door panels), engine (removal and installation, overhaul), chassis (clutch, gearbox, suspension, brakes, steering) and electrical installation (lamps, dynamo, starter motor, windscreen wipers).
• Richly illustrated and clear step-by-step instructions.

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Author:	Grahame Bristow
Details:	210 pages, 27 x 19.5 x 1.3 cm / 10.6 x 7.7 x 0.51 in, paperback
Illustrations:	profusely illustrated
Publisher:	Brooklands Books (GB, 2002)
ISBN:	9781855205987

MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite - Your Expert Guide to Common Problems & How to Fix Them

That a vehicle born in the late 1950s and ending production in 1979 would still be owned and driven today was way beyond the expectations of the original manufacturer. Hence, today's Midget and Sprite owner needs to be aware of the special problems that can emerge through continued use.
Just how do you look after and maintain a vehicle built last century? This book helps you identify all the things you need to be aware of to avoid trouble.

The shortcomings, the odd funny noise, that little something that just does not seem quite right ...here, we sort them out. The book systematically describes all the main components of the Midget/Sprite, and details what can go wrong with each.
Being able to identify simple warning signs can keep you ahead of a big repair bill - and possibly save you from being stranded at the road side.

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Author:	Terry Horler
Details:	128 pages, 14.5 x 21.5 x 1.1 cm / 5.7 x 8.5 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:	140 photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2012)
ISBN:	9781845844028

Austin-Healey Sprite & MG Midget | Haynes Restoration Manual

With over 800 illustrations and text aimed at the DIY enthusiast, this book covers:
- how to renovate the bodywork and chassis including the renewal of major panels and repainting;
- renovate interiors including the re-covering of seats and renewal of carpets and hood;
- give new life to mechanical and electrical components including an engine and braking system overhaul;
- and modify the car for improved performance and appearance;
- also what to look for when buying an MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite.

Includes fitting the Rover Group/Heritage bodyshell.

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Author:	Lindsay Porter
Details:	296 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 1.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:	800 photos
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 1999)
Series:	Haynes Restoration Manual
ISBN:	9781859606148

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The MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite High Performance Manual (Veloce SpeedPro)

This totally revised, updated and enlarged book is THE complete guide to building a fast MG Midget or Austin-Healey Sprite for road or track. Daniel has been continuously developing his own 'Spridget' for years, and really does know what works and what doesn't when it comes to building a fast Midget or Sprite.
Best of all, this book covers every aspect of the car, from the tyre contact patch to the rollover bar, and from radiator back to exhaust tailpipe.

With 400 mainly colour photos and exclusive tuning advice, this is a MUST for any Sprite or Midget owner.

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Author:	Colin Metcalfe
Details:	200 pages, 25.5 x 21 x 1.3 cm / 10 x 8.25 x 0.51 in, paperback
Illustrations:	400 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2017)
Series:	SpeedPro
ISBN:	9781787110014