Haynes Manuals Reviews 

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3.6

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Looking at 321 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many consumers find the printed books very practical, appreciating the clear step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams, and reliable guidance for maintaining their vehicles. People often mention that traditional manuals serve as a great tool for home mechanics looking to complete successful repairs. However, some customers also noted that digital versions and online guides can be very difficult to navigate and frequently lack specific details for individual car models. A few other people also felt that the online platforms offer generic instructions, poor-quality black and white photos, and little useful information.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Received the manual as a portable data file (PDF) and it included everything I needed. It was quite expensive for an electronic copy, but given the specific and relatively rare vehicle type, I can s... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My comment is this - The detail is quite comprehensive - very impressed - the quality of the paper is not what I am use too. Seems a bit furry - also the manual is not A4 size - the font size could be... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I purchased online and book manual. I found the online version difficult on my phone. I thought I could download to a folder for easy navigation but cant work it out. The paperback turned up and is ex... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The pack came inside of a week..that impressive.. The radiator hoses..main front are numbered but not given a name in the description, that a bit frustrating...


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  1. Car Repair and Maintenance

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The Haynes Owner's Workshop Manuals are a series of practical manuals from the British publisher Haynes Publishing Group.


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  • High Street, BA22 7JJ, Sparkford, United Kingdom

  • haynes.com

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Only complaint would be on image 4.7…

Only complaint would be on image 4.7 Valve Cover fastener location. Arrow for pointing out the bolt in the middle of the valve cover in-between the coil packs was missing. One could not notice this and use to much force causing damage to the cover.

20 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am very pleased with the manual

I am very pleased with the manual. As an older rider I love having a hard copy and look forward to getting oily finger prints all over it.
Very quick delivery. Very impressed.

27 November 2025
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

VE Commodore

My comment is this - The detail is quite comprehensive - very impressed - the quality of the paper is not what I am use too. Seems a bit furry - also the manual is not A4 size - the font size could be a little larger. Yes all these things add cost - I for one do not have an issue with paying for quality products.

24 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick honest & quality service as I…

Quick honest & quality service as I would expect from Haynes/Gregory's, I can totally trust the workshop book unlike others out there...much appreciate having a company that makes workshop manuals easy to understand and All correct..regards Rick

21 November 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very Poor Technical Writing

Where do I start? I have a Haynes manual for the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado and recently purchased a new Haynes manual for a Chevrolet Silverado 2020-2024. I have to admit something significant happened in the years that passed between these two publications! The content is subpar and borderline misrepresentation. The technical writers in this new manual should be ashamed. The older manual was written on basic non-glossy paper stock while every page on the new publication is a high gloss paper stock. Who asked for this? Is this their way of obscuring the fact that the content is poorly written? On page 130 of the new manual clearly states that if you want wiring diagrams then use the QR code to find them on-line. I cannot find them on-line. When I asked Haynes about this they said their IT group is working on it. OK, so they couldn't produce them electronically? So then print them in the book like you used to do! The other major issue of poor technical writing is that througout the old edition each dagram or photo is both numbered and given a caption explaining what you are looking at. Also in the text of the old manual it refers specically to the diagram/photo number when explaining the procedure for maintenance and repair. In the new "glossy" version they number the very nice looking diagrams of parts removal or replacement but no where in the text for repair does it refer to the illustration number. None of the illustrations are captioned and therefore one is left to wonder which of the multple illustrations on the page the instruction is referring to? Also while the instructions may mention bolt "1" there may be multiple illustrations with a "1" referencing a part. Without knowing which illustration you should be looking at how is one to know which part the author is referring to? They almost write the manual for the person that knows the vehicle inside and out and does not need the manual! Who wrote this? At this time I don't know whether to swear in British terms or U.S. terms. All I know is terrible job and never again. In this day and age when automobile manufacturers are no long publishing service manuals, you really need to step up your game and do a better job. I would be more than happy to offer proof reading.

20 November 2025
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