This comprehensive Austin-Healey Sprite 1960 Workshop Repair Service Manual is your ultimate guide to maintaining and repairing your classic car. It provides detailed, step-by-step instructions accompanied by numerous illustrations, drawings, and photos, empowering you to tackle repairs and service tasks with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned mechanic or a DIY enthusiast, this manual offers the clarity and precision you need. Packed with detailed information, the manual covers a wide range of topics, including: * **General Maintenance:** Learn essential maintenance procedures to ensure your Sprite runs smoothly. * **Troubleshooting:** Diagnose and resolve common issues with your car's systems. * **Engine Service and Repair:** Discover in-depth instructions on servicing and repairing the engine, from basic maintenance to advanced procedures. * **Transmission Service and Repair:** Gain a thorough understanding of transmission operation and learn how to perform repairs and maintenance. * **Brake System:** Master the intricacies of your Sprite's brake system, learn how to diagnose and resolve issues, and ensure safe braking performance. * **Wiring Diagram:** Decipher the electrical system with clear wiring diagrams to help you troubleshoot and solve electrical problems. * **Electrical System:** Get a comprehensive understanding of your Sprite's electrical components and how they work together. * **Suspension:** Understand the intricacies of your Sprite's suspension system, learn how to diagnose and address issues, and maintain optimal handling. * **Periodic Lubrication:** Follow the recommended lubrication schedule to keep your Sprite running smoothly and prevent wear and tear. * **Steering:** Learn how to maintain and repair your Sprite's steering system for precise handling and control. * **Cooling System:** Maintain efficient cooling system operation and prevent overheating problems. * **Fuel Injection/Fuel System:** Dive deep into your Sprite's fuel system, understanding its operation and learning how to perform repairs and maintenance. * **Emission System:** Stay compliant with emissions regulations by understanding and maintaining your Sprite's emission system. * **Heater/Air Conditioning:** Ensure optimal comfort in your Sprite by learning how to service and repair its heating and cooling system. * **Engine Control System:** Get to know the intricacies of your Sprite's engine control system and perform necessary maintenance and repairs. * **Chassis/Body:** Gain insights into the structure and maintenance of your Sprite's chassis and body. * **Restraint System:** Ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers by understanding and maintaining your Sprite's restraint system. * **Interior:** Learn how to maintain and repair your Sprite's interior components. * **Differential/Drive:** Understand the operation of your Sprite's differential and drive system and learn how to service and repair it. * **Axle:** Learn about your Sprite's axle system, how it works, and how to perform necessary repairs and maintenance. This manual provides you with the information and guidance you need to keep your Austin-Healey Sprite 1960 in top condition, ensuring a rewarding ownership experience.

The Austin-Healey Sprite, a diminutive yet spirited roadster produced by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) from 1958 to 1971, captured the hearts of enthusiasts with its nimble handling, engaging performance, and charmingly compact design. The 1960 Sprite, in particular, marked a significant milestone in the model's evolution, introducing a new, more powerful engine and refined styling. This compact, two-seater roadster, affectionately nicknamed the "Frogeye" due to its unique, rounded headlights, embodied the spirit of early British sports cars, offering a thrilling driving experience in a remarkably affordable package. Under the hood, the 1960 Sprite boasted a 948cc A-Series engine, producing a respectable 48 horsepower. This modest output, however, was more than enough to unleash the car's energetic personality, making it a joy to drive on winding roads and open highways. The 1960 Sprite's appeal went beyond its performance, extending to its elegant yet simple design. The Frogeye Sprite's distinctive round headlights, inspired by the aeronautical industry, gave it a whimsical yet undeniably captivating appearance. The car's lightweight tubular chassis, coupled with its compact dimensions, allowed for exceptional agility and responsiveness, making it a true driver's car. Although its spartan interior lacked the opulence of higher-end sports cars, it offered a raw and engaging driving experience. A well-maintained 1960 Sprite, with its timeless design and spirited performance, continues to captivate classic car enthusiasts today, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of automotive charm and unbridled passion. The 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite Workshop Repair Service Manual serves as an indispensable guide for owners and mechanics alike, providing detailed technical information and instructions to maintain and repair these beloved roadsters, ensuring they continue to grace the roads for generations to come.