Vintage 1965 Soviet Driving Manual Russian Language Kazan Tatar ASSR Car Book

Authentic 1965 Soviet driving manual titled Learn to Drive a Car (Учитесь управлять автомобилем) by V. D. Shevchenko. Published in Kazan by the Tatar Book Publishing House, this illustrated hardcover guide was produced during the rapid expansion of automobile ownership and driver education in the Soviet Union.

Designed as a practical handbook for beginning drivers, the book covers the fundamentals of vehicle operation, traffic regulations, road safety, and basic automotive maintenance. It provides detailed explanations of driving techniques, right-of-way rules, unregulated intersections, and common mechanical troubleshooting.

The manual also offers a fascinating glimpse into Soviet automotive history, featuring references to iconic vehicles such as the Volga, Moskvich, Chaika, and ZIL-111. Numerous diagrams, technical illustrations, and period road signs—including vintage symbols for fuel stations, public telephones, and priority roads—make this an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of Soviet transportation and industrial design.

Key Features

• Authentic 1965 Soviet driving manual
• Published in Kazan, Tatar ASSR
• Covers driving techniques, traffic rules, and vehicle maintenance
• Includes illustrations, technical diagrams, and vintage Soviet road signs
• References classic Soviet automobiles including Volga, Moskvich, Chaika, and ZIL-111
• Valuable historical reference on Soviet driver education
• Great collectible for automotive enthusiasts, transportation historians, and Soviet memorabilia collectors

Item Specifics

Author: V. D. Shevchenko (В. Д. Шевченко)

Title: Learn to Drive a Car (Учитесь управлять автомобилем)

Publisher: Tatar Book Publishing House, Kazan

Year Published: 1965

Language: Russian

Format: Hardcover

Binding: Quarter cloth with illustrated paper-covered boards

Print Run: 100,000 copies

Condition

Good authentic vintage condition.

The binding remains firm and structurally sound. The original paper-covered boards show age-appropriate edge wear, surface rubbing, and bumped corners consistent with use as a practical driving manual. Interior pages are complete, clean, and securely attached, with light, even age toning. Please review all photographs carefully for the exact cosmetic condition.

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