Not a replacement for Youtube.

The guides on youtube are invaluable. They are probably the single best way to do any repair that you need to. What's missing is a sort of off-line reference that will teach you more of the art of being an automotive technician. Deciding what, where and how to fix something, for example. Here's a set of books the author has read and helped develop that knowledge.

  • 101 Porsche 911 Projects
    DIY projects for 1998-2008 Porsche 911 (996/997) View on Amazon
  • Basic Auto Service
    Today's Technician: Basic Automotive Service & Systems (6th Edition) View on Amazon
  • Automotive Technology
    Principles, Diagnosis, and Service (5th Edition) View on Amazon
  • BMW F30 Service Manual
    Complete guide for 2012-2015 BMW 3 Series models View on Amazon
  • Porsche 996 Service Manual
    Comprehensive guide for 1999-2005 Porsche 911 (Type 996) models View on Amazon
  • Chevy/GMC Truck Manual
    Haynes repair manual for 2014-2019 Silverado and Sierra models View on Amazon
  • Porsche Boxster Service Manual
    Complete manual for 1997-2004 Boxster and Boxster S models View on Amazon
  • BMW E46 Service Manual
    Comprehensive manual for 1999-2005 BMW 3 Series View on Amazon
  • Advanced Diagnostics
    Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis (5th Edition) View on Amazon

More advanced books

Step 9: Drive!

Where Are You In The Process?

What is your combination of cost, availability, and repair requirements?
Can you handle flood damage? Missing panels? Non-starting vehicles?
Decide on acceptable panel gaps, paint imperfections, and fit misalignments
Consider fees, delivery, bid amount, parts, taxes, and registration
Set your max bid early and don't monitor the auction
Post sale negotiation, and actually pay for the vehicle.
Can be as soon as next day after auction
Title Transfer, Registration and Inspection.
Complete any legal requirements to get your car on the road
10 Days to make the first keep or sell decision.

You Are Here:

Step 10: Sell It And Repeat

Re-market, sell for parts, or scrap.

Find where you are in the car buying journey and click any step above to learn more. Each step includes specific examples and lessons learned from real purchases. See all articles for more information.

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