Vintage Mechanix Illustrated Magazine December 1975 Linear Induction‎ Urbacar

Brand/Publication: Mechanix Illustrated.  Issue: December 1975, a Fawcett publication, Volume 71, Number 571; cover price 60¢.  Format: Staple-bound softcover how-to magazine featuring color cover art of an experimental train and linear induction track.   Automobile features include tests of the Mechanix Illustrated homebuilt Urbacar, a road test of the Mercury Monarch, and car care tips for maintaining a diesel.  Science and technology articles cover the Hot Line world-of-science column and a detailed look at linear induction as a new way to power electric vehicles.  Home improvement and consumer information topics include adding a fireplace, installing a dishwasher, saving fuel with Insulation Plus, building a super pantry, a consumer guide to retread tires, and gift ideas in The 12 Gifts Men Want Most.  Additional sections span boating and boat insurance, a gunner's guide to gauges, how to dress a bunny for the table, CB radio, masks for men, and TM as a unique way to a better life.   Regular departments include Dear Editor, Golden Hammer, Mail for McCahill, and an Inventions Wanted section.   Publisher: Fawcett Publications, Inc.; Mechanix Illustrated combined with Electronics Illustrated; printed in U.S.A. in 1975.  Listing is for this single original December 1975 Mechanix Illustrated magazine only; no supplements, posters, or additional inserts are included unless shown separately in photos.