The Ultimate Tool: Factory Shop Manuals & Parts Catalogs
You wouldn't try to rebuild an engine without a wrench, so don't try to restore a vintage car without the manual. While YouTube is great, nothing beats the authority of the Original Factory Literature.
At Old Car Parts NW, we stock a selection of vintage Shop Manuals, Master Parts Catalogs, and Assembly Books. These are the "Paper Parts" that save you hours of frustration.
Which Book Do You Need?
Chassis Service Manuals (Shop Manuals): The "How-To" guide. Contains torque specs, wiring diagrams, clearance data, and step-by-step disassembly instructions. Essential for mechanics.
Master Parts Catalogs (MPC): The "Rosetta Stone" of restoration. These books contain the Exploded View Diagrams and Original OEM Part Numbers. Pro Tip: Use these catalogs to find the specific Group Number or Part Number for your car, then search that number on our website to find the NORS replacement!
Assembly Manuals: Shows how the car was put together on the assembly line, down to the correct decal placement and bolt finish.
Sales Brochures: The perfect display item to place on your seat at the next car show.
