[Staowners] Alpine Owners manual

[Max King]

Owners handbooks were printed for both the Mk1 & Mk3 Alpines (included 
separate lube charts different from the "90" siblings).  They are indeed 
rare -- sometimes appear on eBay.   Mercian Manuals 
http://www.mercianmanuals.co.uk/ have begun reproducing them (the manuals 
are not yet listed on their website, but if you contact them, they'll be 
happy to provide -- they also sell 'em on eBay UK).   Their reproduction is 
very good. There are only two faults, but only if you are an authenticity 
fanatic.  The raised, plasticized cover lettering of the original is not 
duplicated (their cover is flat-printed in correct colours, lettering 
style, &c.) -- it would be difficult/costly to replicate that 
lettering.  The lube chart is in black and white, not the original 
colour.  However, the rest of the manual is an excellent reproduction, 
printed (not photocopied), and on heavy stock. At around £20, it would be a 
very good alternative 'til you find an original -- if you can, and in good 
condition...  I'd suggest even if you have an original, keep it in good 
shape and use the repro as an everyday reference.  BTW, the owner's manuals 
have a lot of useful info, so having one is worthwhile.

Should you require, Mercian also reproduce the parts catalogue and the 
workshop manual.

Cheers!  --Max


At 12:37 PM 4/17/2007, Bill Molloy wrote:
>I often see owners manuals for the MK2 saloons offered
>for sale but
>I can't remember ever seeing one specifically for an
>Alpine.
>
>Did they print such a book or have I not seen one
>because they are like
>rockinghorse droppings  .. pretty  rare ?
>
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