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How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot

Description:

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, whose in-depth knowledge and sense of humor have guided Volkswagen enthusiasts for nearly 50 years
  • Hand-lettered with intricate hand-drawn illustrations throughout
  • Updated information on problem-solving, with new photos and an updated resource list


Packed with trusted insight, troubleshooting tips, and clear directions, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is the ultimate VW manual.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

John Muir (1918-1977) was a writer, mechanic, and expert on the maintenance and repair of Volkswagens. Originally a structural engineer working for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, in the 1960s he quit his job to become a writer and car mechanic in Taos, New Mexico.




In 1969, Muir collaborated with the artist Peter Aschwanden to create the definitive manual for Volkswagen owners, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive; A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot. The first edition sold more than two million copies.




In November 1977, Muir passed away from a brain tumor. His self-published first edition is considered one of the most successful self-published books in history, and his manual remains the definitive guide for VW owners.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Various features.

P.R. · October 13, 2025

Good for familiarizing me what to do about the 67 beetle.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good VW book

N.G. · October 17, 2025

Great VW book. Recommend

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know

B. · September 30, 2025

My husband is a VW Beetle addict and this is the perfect book for him. Someone else must have thought so too because now he has 2 copies

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended for anyone needing to fix an Air Cooled VW engine

S.O.L. · September 19, 2025

The "bible" on the VW as far as I'm concerned. I have owned this book, two different revisions and it reads great, makes you understand the principals of the VW well.

5.0 out of 5 stars It covers just about everything

B. · August 25, 2025

Every Volkswagen enthusiast needs this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars vw

l.m.w. · October 17, 2025

great book had one yrs ago and needed another one,getting the vw bug back

5.0 out of 5 stars fast shipping

F.S. · August 19, 2025

Alot of info good book

5.0 out of 5 stars Bought it for the nostalgia.

B.A. · November 12, 2024

Anyone of a certain age may remember having the good ol' VW needing work and having close to zero money. This was the repair manual for the non-mechanic; in other words, the complete idiot. I highly recommend for that select "back-in-the-day" group who would get a kick out of having the book again.The book came to me on time and in good shape.

super importante

a.s. · December 29, 2019

te va a sacar de muchos apuros si realmente aprecias hacer las cosas por ti mismo,.La calidad de empastado y de hojas deberia de ser de un poco de calidad, PERO lo que en el esta escrito es super importante...recomendable

The VW book to get.

T.t.C. · April 3, 2024

If you are working on a classic VW . Beetle or Van. This book has everything in it . And it's written in a comical way.It beats any other technical book

not only for "airheads"

h. · December 17, 2021

Een hilarisch boek en tegelijk een zeer duidelijke omschrijving van werkzaamheden en onderhoud voor luchtgekoelde volkswagen eigenaren en / of liefhebbers. Een lust om te lezen met zeer mooie / maffe / geweldige tekeningen ter illustratie. Een echte aanrader ! Voor de prijs hoef je het ook niet te laten liggen.

muito completo e didático.

J.C.C.A. · March 22, 2025

já comecei a leitura e tradução pra conseguir conversar com mecânicos e comprar peças. ainda não avancei na recuperação da Kombi mas o livro é bem completo. recomendo.

quality

M.W. · August 26, 2025

great book.very entertaining

How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manual of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot

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Condition: New

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Type: Paperback

AED18369

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Quantity:

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Imported From: United States

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

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, whose in-depth knowledge and sense of humor have guided Volkswagen enthusiasts for nearly 50 years
  • Hand-lettered with intricate hand-drawn illustrations throughout
  • Updated information on problem-solving, with new photos and an updated resource list


Packed with trusted insight, troubleshooting tips, and clear directions, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive is the ultimate VW manual.


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

John Muir (1918-1977) was a writer, mechanic, and expert on the maintenance and repair of Volkswagens. Originally a structural engineer working for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, in the 1960s he quit his job to become a writer and car mechanic in Taos, New Mexico.




In 1969, Muir collaborated with the artist Peter Aschwanden to create the definitive manual for Volkswagen owners, How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive; A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot. The first edition sold more than two million copies.




In November 1977, Muir passed away from a brain tumor. His self-published first edition is considered one of the most successful self-published books in history, and his manual remains the definitive guide for VW owners.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Various features.

P.R. · October 13, 2025

Good for familiarizing me what to do about the 67 beetle.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good VW book

N.G. · October 17, 2025

Great VW book. Recommend

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know

B. · September 30, 2025

My husband is a VW Beetle addict and this is the perfect book for him. Someone else must have thought so too because now he has 2 copies

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended for anyone needing to fix an Air Cooled VW engine

S.O.L. · September 19, 2025

The "bible" on the VW as far as I'm concerned. I have owned this book, two different revisions and it reads great, makes you understand the principals of the VW well.

5.0 out of 5 stars It covers just about everything

B. · August 25, 2025

Every Volkswagen enthusiast needs this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars vw

l.m.w. · October 17, 2025

great book had one yrs ago and needed another one,getting the vw bug back

5.0 out of 5 stars fast shipping

F.S. · August 19, 2025

Alot of info good book

5.0 out of 5 stars Bought it for the nostalgia.

B.A. · November 12, 2024

Anyone of a certain age may remember having the good ol' VW needing work and having close to zero money. This was the repair manual for the non-mechanic; in other words, the complete idiot. I highly recommend for that select "back-in-the-day" group who would get a kick out of having the book again.The book came to me on time and in good shape.

super importante

a.s. · December 29, 2019

te va a sacar de muchos apuros si realmente aprecias hacer las cosas por ti mismo,.La calidad de empastado y de hojas deberia de ser de un poco de calidad, PERO lo que en el esta escrito es super importante...recomendable

The VW book to get.

T.t.C. · April 3, 2024

If you are working on a classic VW . Beetle or Van. This book has everything in it . And it's written in a comical way.It beats any other technical book

not only for "airheads"

h. · December 17, 2021

Een hilarisch boek en tegelijk een zeer duidelijke omschrijving van werkzaamheden en onderhoud voor luchtgekoelde volkswagen eigenaren en / of liefhebbers. Een lust om te lezen met zeer mooie / maffe / geweldige tekeningen ter illustratie. Een echte aanrader ! Voor de prijs hoef je het ook niet te laten liggen.

muito completo e didático.

J.C.C.A. · March 22, 2025

já comecei a leitura e tradução pra conseguir conversar com mecânicos e comprar peças. ainda não avancei na recuperação da Kombi mas o livro é bem completo. recomendo.

quality

M.W. · August 26, 2025

great book.very entertaining

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