Practical Motorist Magazine November 1974 Vanden Plas 1500 Escort SKU 1631

PRACTICAL MOTORIST MAGAZINE – NOVEMBER 1974 – VOL. 21 NO. 3

Original British motoring magazine from November 1974, featuring classic 1970s vehicles, road tests, practical servicing guides, mechanical repairs and period automotive technology.

MAGAZINE HIGHLIGHTS

• Vanden Plas 1500: New car road test of the British luxury saloon, featured prominently on the illustrated front cover.

• Ford Escort: Superservice feature covering practical maintenance and servicing.

• In-Car Audio: Eight-page illustrated guide to car radios, tape players, stereo equipment and choosing a suitable sound system.

• Engine Tuning: Mechanical tuning advice featuring the classic Triumph TR3A sports car.

• Motor Show 1974: Coverage of the latest vehicles and developments from the British motor show.

• Jaguar V12: Technical discussion of engine performance and power.

• Hillman Avenger: Workshop advice covering steering adjustment and rectifying steering troubles.

• Fiat 128: Technical feature discussing valve adjustment.

• Winter Motoring: Practical preparation and maintenance advice for colder weather.

Includes original 1970s advertisements, technical illustrations, motoring commentary and workshop advice. An interesting period reference for classic car restorers, British motoring enthusiasts and vintage magazine collectors.

CONDITION – PRE-OWNED / VINTAGE

This original 1974 magazine shows noticeable age-related wear.

• Visible scuffing, surface scratches and rubbing across the front cover.

• Spine wear, including creasing and colour loss.

• Worn corners and edges, particularly around the lower corners.

• Noticeable yellowing and age-related discolouration of the interior paper.

• Some small marks, spotting and general handling wear.

• Slight page curling and creasing consistent with age.

• The photographed contents page remains readable, with clear text and illustrations.

• No major tears are apparent in the photographed pages.

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

IMPORTANT – ORIGINAL EXTRAS

The cover originally advertised a free Holts anti-mist sachet. This sachet is no longer included.

Magazine only. Any other original loose gifts, promotional items, supplements or additional extras are not included.

PACKAGING & POSTAGE

UK orders: Carefully packaged in a protective hardback envelope.

International orders: Shipped in a cardboard mailer-size box for additional protection during transit.

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SKU: 1631