If you're studying or working in automotive powersports repair, the Tim Gilles textbook "Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair" is a reference you'll use again and again. The decision comes down to two used hardcovers: one priced at $48.21 in Very Good condition, and one priced at $50.11 in Acceptable condition. They share the same author, title, and ISBN, which makes the difference purely about price and condition. The twist is that the better-condition copy is also the lower-priced one.
Quick verdict: Pick the Very Good copy. It's the same book in better condition and at a lower cost, so there's no real trade-off.
| Copy | Price | Condition | Format | ISBN | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Service: Inspection, - Hardcover, by Gilles Tim - Very Good | USD 48.21 | Very Good | Hardcover | 9781305110595 | |
| Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair | USD 50.11 | Acceptable | Hardcover | 9781305110595 |
Where each product wins
- The Very Good copy wins on both listed condition and the price comparison. It is the better-preserved book and the cheaper one.
- The Acceptable copy doesn't win on price or condition. It does share the same author, title, ISBN, and format, so it's still the same book for someone who only cares about content.
Product notes
Automotive Service: Inspection, - Hardcover, by Gilles Tim - Very Good
This is the copy to choose. It's described as well-cared-for with limited use, all pages included, and legible text. Minor wear and possible markings are mentioned. The product name is truncated as "Inspection, - Hardcover," so the full subtitle isn't shown, and the book may show normal wear. For automotive powersports repair study, this hardcover gives you the finest condition in this head-to-head.
Automotive Service: Inspection, Maintenance, Repair
This Acceptable-graded copy is the same Tim Gilles textbook with the same ISBN. It's the exact same content, so if the other copy isn't available, this one still works. But the Acceptable grade means more visible wear, and the cover may differ from the stock photo shown. It's the weaker deal in this comparison, so reserve it for situations where the better-condition hardcover isn't an option.
Final choice by use case
- For the best value in automotive powersports repair, the Very Good hardcover is the clear winner.
- If you just need the same ISBN and don't mind a lower condition grade, the Acceptable copy will still contain the full text, but it doesn't outperform the other on any listed spec.
