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Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980): service and repair manuals

A manual on your Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980)? Here are Haynes and other service and repair manuals on these Austin-Healey passenger cars. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.


MG Midget / Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980) - Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

Haynes Classic Reprint Manual on the:
- MG Midget Mk I, II, III and 1500
- Austin-Healey Sprite Mk I 'Frogeye', II, III and IV.

Petrol engines: 1.0 (948 cc, 9CG), 1.1 (1098 cc, 10), 1.3 (1275 cc, A-Series, 12) and 1.5 (1493 cc, PE94).

Production years: 1958-1980.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the engine (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams for easy reference.

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Specs:256 pages, 27 x 21.5 x 1.3 cm / 10.6 x 8.5 x 0.51 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013)
Series:Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0265)
EAN:9780857336903
Book: MG Midget / Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980) - Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

MG Midget / Austin-Healey Sprite (1958-1980)

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the sports cars:
- Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1, 2, 3, 4
- MG Midget Mk 1, 2, 3, 1500.

Production years : 1958-1980.

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Specs:180 pages, 22 x 15 x 1.1 cm / 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1991)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 745)
EAN:9781855200322
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980)

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the sports cars:
- Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1, 2, 3, 4
- MG Midget Mk 1, 2, 3, 1500.

Production years: 1958-1980.

Glove Box Edition on A5-format. Fits in the glovebox.

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Specs:180 pages, 22 x 15 x 1.1 cm / 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1996)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 442 GB)
EAN:9781855201255
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980)

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget - 948 cc, 1098 cc, 1275 cc (1958-1971) - Clymer Owner's Workshop Manual

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget.

Petrol engines: 948 cc, 1098 cc and 1275 cc.

Production years: 1958-1971.

This Clymer repair manual on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars contains extensive information for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all mechanical and electric components.
It covers in detail the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
It also provides instructions for work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, the electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes technical specifications and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.
  • Also features a chapter on tuning with instructions for fitting a Judson Supercharger.
  • Updated reprint of the original Clymer book from 1970.
Author:Floyd Clymer
Specs:344 pages, 21.5 x 14 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:200+ drawings
Publisher:Floyd Clymer / VelocePress (USA, 2015)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588501264
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget - 948 cc, 1098 cc, 1275 cc (1958-1971) - Clymer Owner's Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget - 948 cc, 1098 cc, 1275 cc (1958-1971)

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks guide to servicing, overhaul and repairs on the:
- Austin Healey Sprite 1 (1958-1961), Sprite 2 (1961-1964), Sprite 3 (1964-1966) and Sprite 4 (1966-1971)
- MG Midget 1 (1961-1964), Midget 2 (1964-1966), Midget 3 (1966-1974) and Midget 1500 (1974-1980).

This Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual on the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget sports cars provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering gear, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

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Author:Autobooks
Specs:196 pages, 23.5 x 19 x 1 cm / 9.25 x 7.5 x 0.39 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2001)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual
EAN:9781588500298
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980) - Owners Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1958-1980)

Language: English

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The Complete Official 948 cc & 1098 cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1961-1966) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Originally published in 1967 this Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget manual was prepared in close cooperation with British Leyland Motors in order to provide complete, authentic maintenance and repair information.
The Driver's Handbook at the beginning of this manual is similar to the handbook that was provided with every new 948 cc and 1098 cc Sprite and Midget.
The Workshop Manual, making up the larger part of this book, is the official factory manual and was originally intended for use by dealer service departments.
The publisher has incorporated additional factory procedures and specifications that have become available following the publication of the original factory information.

Includes:
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Driver's Handbook
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Workshop Manual
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Special Tuning Manual

This manual contains a Special Tuning Manual that applies specifically to 948 cc and 1098 cc Sprite and Midget vehicles manufactured for the United Kingdom and North American markets, and an illustrated catalog of special tools.

This manual is an accurate and comprehensive set of service information for 948 cc & 1098 cc Sprite and Midget models sold in the UK and North America.

Author:British Leyland Motors
Specs:256 pages, 28.5 x 21 x 2 cm / 11.2 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, hardback
Illustrations:218 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2015)
EAN:9780837617473
Book: The Complete Official 948 cc & 1098 cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1961-1966) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

The Complete Official 948 cc & 1098 cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1961-1966) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Language: English

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The Complete Official 1275cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1967-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Originally published in 1975, this Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget manual was prepared in close cooperation with British Leyland Motors in order to provide complete, authentic maintenance and repair information.
The Driver's Handbook at the beginning of this manual is similar to the handbook that was provided with every new 1275 cc Sprite and Midget.
The Workshop Manual, making up the larger part of this book, is the official factory manual and was originally intended for use by dealer service departments.
The publisher has incorporated additional factory procedures and specifications that have become available following the publication of the original factory information.

Includes:
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Driver's Handbook
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Workshop Manual
- Official Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget Workshop Manual Supplement (Engine Emission Control)

This manual contains emission control information that applies specifically to 1275 cc Sprite and Midget vehicles manufactured for the United Kingdom and North American markets, and an illustrated catalog of special tools.

This manual is an accurate and comprehensive set of service information for 1275 cc Sprite and Midget models sold in the UK and North America during the model years 1967-1974.

Author:British Leyland Motors
Specs:400 pages, 28.5 x 22 x 2.5 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 x 0.98 in, hardback
Illustrations:411 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2015)
EAN:9780837617480
Book: The Complete Official 1275cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1967-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

The Complete Official 1275cc Austin-Healey Sprite / MG Midget (1967-1974) - Driver's Handbook and Workshop Manual

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frog-eye' - Official Workshop Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frog-eye'.

This is the same technical manual that was used in the Austin dealer's workshop at the time. Austin reference: AKD4884.

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Specs:128 pages, 25 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 9.8 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Austin Motor Company (GB, 1991)
EAN:9781855201262
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frog-eye' - Official Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frog-eye' - Official Workshop Manual

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frogeye' - Driver's Handbook

Official owner's handbook for the Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frogeye'. Describes operation, instruments, use, service intervals, routine maintenance, identification, specifications, etc.

This is the original instruction handbook that came with every new car. Austin reference: 97H1583A.

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Specs:64 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.4 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.16 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Austin Motor Company (GB, 1992)
EAN:9780948207945
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frogeye' - Driver's Handbook

Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 1 'Frogeye' - Driver's Handbook

Language: English

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Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 2, 3 & 4 / MG Midget - Official Workshop Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the sports cars:
- Austin-Healey Sprite Mk II, III, IV
- MG Midget Mk I, II, III up to chassis number GAN 5-153920 (1974 model).

Petrol engines: 948, 1098 and 1275 cc.

This is the same technical manual that was used in the Austin and MG dealer's workshops at the time. Austin reference: AKD4021.

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Specs:330 pages, 28.5 x 21 x 1.9 cm / 11.2 x 8.25 x 0.75 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated
Publisher:Brooklands Books (GB, 1996)
EAN:9781855202818
Book: Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 2, 3 & 4 / MG Midget - Official Workshop Manual

Austin-Healey Sprite Mk 2, 3 & 4 / MG Midget - Official Workshop Manual

Language: English

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Austin Healey Sprite Mk II / MG Midget - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the MG Midget and Austin Healey Sprite Mk II

Pages of the book [0095] MG Midget / Austin Healey (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the MG Midget / Austin Healey Sprite Mk II provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.
  • Reprint of the 1st edition (1970).

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Specs:74 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (95)
EAN:9783716822364
Book: Austin Healey Sprite Mk II / MG Midget - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Austin Healey Sprite Mk II / MG Midget

Language: German

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Related titles:

MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite Rest Man

Austin-Healey Sprite & MG Midget

Lindsay Porter

English | hardback | 296 p. | 1999

Restoring Sprites & Midgets - An enthusiast's guide

Restoring Sprites & Midgets - An enthusiast's guide

Grahame Bristow

English | paperback | 210 p. | 2002

The MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite HP Manual

The MG Midget & Austin-Healey Sprite High Performance Manual

Colin Metcalfe

English | paperback | 200 p. | 2017

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