Austin Seven Specials: Building, Maintenance and Tuning

This book is designed to be of interest to all Austin Seven enthusiasts. First published in 1958, this book is designed for the ardent enthusiast keen to take to road or track in a vehicle of his/her own creation. The contents include overhauling and tuning the engine, chassis design and modification, gearboxes, suspension, brakes, steering, the electrical system, making a sports car body, engine speed and road speed charts. Many examples of cars based on the modified Austin Seven chassis are featured, including the author's special, the LMW Gran Turismo coupe. Advice on identification and choice of engines and chassis for rebuilding is also included.