BMW Isetta, 600, 700, 501, 502: Service and Repair Manuals

BMW 600 Factory Workshop Manual

Clymer workshop manual for maintenance and repair of the BMW 600. This is a faithful reproduction of the English language section extracted from the extremely scarce BMW 600 Factory Workshop Manual, which was originally published in 4 languages. It includes complete technical data, service and maintenance information and detailed instructions for the repair and overhaul of the major mechanical and electrical components for the BMW 600 Limousine series of automobiles.

As would be expected from a factory publication there are exhaustive tables of technical data, tolerances and fits. The manual is broken down into the following sections: Engine, Transmission & Differential, Rear Suspension, Front Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Chassis, Body, Electrical Equipment, Special Equipment (Saxomat). There are 518 illustrations and each procedure is explained in a step-by-step method using an appropriate illustration.

There is adequate detailed text and diagrams to assist in major refurbishing such as an engine rebuild or even a complete mechanical renovation, making it an invaluable resource for collectors and restorers of these iconic automobiles. The translation from German to English is, at times, a little quirky but the profuse illustrations make up for any difficulty in understanding what needs to be done!

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BMW Isetta Factory Repair Manual

The BMW Isetta holds a special place in the hearts of micro car enthusiasts around the world. VelocePress has published this English-language version of the original 1957 four-language BMW Isetta Factory Manual to help you keep your Isetta on the road and good repair.

We have revised the layout to position the text adjacent to the relevant images, which was not the case with the original. Otherwise the Manual is presented unchanged from the original.

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BMW 600 Limousine (1957-1959) Owners Manual & Service

Owner's handbook for operation and maintenance of the BMW 600. Contains also 9 pages from the BMW parts catalogue with exploded views of the engine, exhaust, carburator, clutch, gearbox, suspension, steering system, chassis components and body parts.

Originally published by BMW this is a faithful reproduction of the owner's handbook and service manual. It includes detailed instructions for the service and maintenance of the major mechanical and electrical components.
This is a - must have - reference for any BMW 600 enthusiast and would certainly assist in helping any potential purchaser better understand the inner workings prior purchasing of one of these classic automobiles.

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Der Isettaschrauber (Band 2): Motor und Anrieb - Tips und Tricks aus der Werkstatt für BMW Isetta, 600 und 700 (1955-1965)

Volume 2 of the book series "Der Isettaschrauber" deals with work on the engine and drive. The book is a treasure trove of knowledge for all drivers and enthusiasts of the post-war small BMW cars Isetta, 600 and 700. It provides tried and tested solutions and helps to avoid costly mistakes.
This guide also provides valuable information on what to look out for for readers who do not do the work themselves but have tricky work done in a trusted workshop.

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BMW 700 (1959-1965) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the BMW 700.

Petrol engines: 2 cylinders - 0.7 L (697 cc).

Production years: 1959-1965.

This Bucheli manual on the BMW 700 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Der Isettaschrauber (Band 3): Tuning und Elektrik - Tips und Tricks aus der Werkstatt für BMW Isetta, 600 und 700 (1955-1965)

Volume 3 of the "Isettaschrauber" book series, created for friends, enthusiasts, owners, collectors and drivers of the BMW Isetta, the BMW 600 and the BMW 700 from the years 1955 to 1965.
The first volume was about the body and chassis, the second about the engine and drive. The third volume here deals with tuning measures and the vehicle's electrics.

The book enables the reader to start tricky jobs correctly and avoid costly mistakes. It also shows how design details that were necessary to save money at the time can be improved so that reliability and driving pleasure are increased.
Anyone who delves into the world of air-cooled BMW small cars from the economic miracle period today will find that the book allows them to acquire a comprehensive fund of acquired knowledge without having to search for it laboriously.

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Der Isettaschrauber (Band 4): Ergänzungen - Tips und Tricks aus der Werkstatt für BMW Isetta, 600 und 700 (1955-1965)

The first three volumes of the "Der Isettaschrauber" series were so well received by readers that the wish for an encore is to be fulfilled with this fourth and for now final volume.
Once again, it is about proper maintenance, repairs and the elimination of technical weaknesses. Of course, there is also plenty of humor. In addition to the technical chapters, the book contains two driving stories.

The reader will be able to understand technical relationships, carry out maintenance work properly and avoid costly mistakes. In addition, he will learn how design details due to the need to save money can be improved so that reliability and driving pleasure are increased.
In addition to the topics discussed so far, this fourth volume provides further information, ideas and suggestions.

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BMW Typ 501 (6 Zylinder) / Typ 502 (8 Zylinder) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the BMW 501 and 502.

Petrol engines:
- 6 cylinders - 2.0 and 2.1 litre
- V8 - 2.6 and 3.2 litre.

This Bucheli manual on the BMW 501 and 502 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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Der Isettaschrauber (Band 1): Karosserie und Fahrwerk - Tips und Tricks aus der Werkstatt für BMW Isetta, 600 und 700 (1955-1965)

Driving a classic car from the 1950s is relatively easy. Maintaining it properly, repairing it or even fixing structural weaknesses is more difficult. This is where this book comes in. The vehicles discussed in it have accompanied the author for more than four decades. This has created a well-founded wealth of knowledge and experience.
In a humorous and entertaining way, the author enables the reader to start tricky work correctly right from the start and avoid costly mistakes. In addition, the reader learns how construction details due to the need to save money at the time can be improved so that reliability and driving pleasure are increased.

The book was created for friends, enthusiasts, owners, collectors and, above all, drivers of the BMW Isetta, BMW 600 and BMW 700 from the years 1955 to 1965.
Anyone who is new to the world of air-cooled small cars from that decade that was revolutionary for the Bavarian Motor Works will find this book allows them to acquire a comprehensive fund of acquired knowledge without having to laboriously search for it. Even old hands will welcome this.

Even those who are not able to do the work themselves will not give up prematurely after reading this book when faced with tricky or seemingly hopeless defects, but will give the workshop they trust a clearly defined order, because they will understand what is important for certain jobs.

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