Ranked #21 in Car, Ranked #23 in Repair — see more rankings.
First published in 1969, this classic manual of automotive repair equips VW owners with the practical skills to keep their Volkswagen running smoothly. Inside you'll find:
Expert knowledge on any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers
Easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information for novice and veteran mechanics alike, with anecdotal descriptions and clear language to help take the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures
Trusted advice from the late John Muir,... more
Expert knowledge on any air-cooled Volkswagen built through 1978, including Bugs, Karmann Ghias, vans, and campers
Easy-to-understand, fun-to-read information for novice and veteran mechanics alike, with anecdotal descriptions and clear language to help take the mystery out of diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures
Trusted advice from the late John Muir,... more
Rankings by Category
How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is ranked in the following categories:
- #36 in Automotive
- #33 in Automotive Engineering
- #98 in Transportation