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Old Aug 12, 2020 | 07:45 AM
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I plan some renovation of the "Back Seat" area, and need to add to OEM type carpet. Has anyone found a supplier(pref. U.S.) who has the beige, fine tuft type carpet?
 
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Old Aug 12, 2020 | 08:21 AM
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Go to a well-respected, long-time-in-business auto interiors and tops shop. They will have dozens of rolls of beige carpet material that you can pick and choose from. Several will probably be a near-perfect match. And at much more favorable prices than ordering carpet from any automobile manufacturer....
 

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Old Aug 17, 2020 | 09:55 PM
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Go to a well-respected, long-time-in-business auto interiors and tops shop. They will have dozens of rolls of beige carpet material that you can pick and choose from. Several will probably be a near-perfect match. And at much more favorable prices than ordering carpet from any automobile manufacturer....
I’ve used this approach for decades when needing new carpeting for vintage cars. You are 100% correct in the observation that the quality and selection at an auto / marine upholstery shop will be far better than any parts supplier will offer. And the people who work at such shops are generally very fine artisans and take great pride in their work.

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Old Aug 18, 2020 | 07:16 AM
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I did find an upholsterer that had an excellent selection of carpet and material. He offered much helpful advice.
Now I am making plans to rebuild the back seat area. I have pulled the seat, and back to get access. Anyone need a 'Perfectly good Back Seat and seat belt set? I could keep it for return to original, but do not have the storage space. All in good shape in Ivory color.
 
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