Practical Motorist Magazine August 1973 (1613) Ford Cortina 1600 XL Fiat 128

PRACTICAL MOTORIST MAGAZINE – AUGUST 1973 – VOL. 19 NO. 12 – SKU 1613

Original British motoring magazine from August 1973, packed with classic car road tests, DIY maintenance guides, mechanical repairs and period automotive information. Originally priced at 15p.

The striking yellow front cover features a red Ford Cortina 1600 XL, a yellow Fiat 128, mechanical illustrations and an advertised full-colour car spraying guide.

FEATURES & CONTENTS

• Ford Cortina 1600 XL: Period road test and assessment.

• Fiat 128: Technical specifications and data sheet.

• Car Spraying: Eight-page full-colour guide to automotive paintwork.

• Synchromesh Gearbox: Restoration and repair advice.

• A.C. Distributor: Detailed overhaul instructions.

• Viva Gearbox: Maintenance and repair feature.

• Morgan Three-Wheeler: Historical motoring article.

• Triumph: Road impressions of a contemporary model.

• Cortina Long-Term Test: 10,000-mile ownership assessment.

• Electrical Maintenance: Wiring connections and practical advice.

Also includes readers' letters, motoring news, garage workshop advice, legal information and authentic 1970s advertising.

An excellent period reference for Ford Cortina enthusiasts, Fiat collectors, classic car restorers and vintage motoring magazine enthusiasts.

CONDITION

Pre-owned vintage magazine in generally presentable condition for its age.

The front cover retains its bright yellow colouring and clear illustrations, with visible light surface marks, rubbing and minor handling creases. There is some wear along the spine, edges and corners, including slight bending near the top edge.

The photographed interior pages show age-related yellowing, light discolouration and a few small spots or marks, particularly around the page margins. Text and illustrations remain clearly readable.

Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

IMPORTANT – ORIGINAL EXTRAS

The front cover advertises a FREE 8-page full-colour Guide to Car Spraying.

This guide is not included as a separate loose item. Any originally supplied detachable gifts, promotional extras or accessories are no longer included.

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