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308QV - Seat Re-skin Project Questions

Discussion in 'New York Tri-State' started by PhilB, Sep 21, 2007.

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  1. PhilB

    PhilB Formula 3
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    #1 PhilB, Sep 21, 2007
    Jdubbya in the 308 Model specific section motivated me - see thread

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83679

    Amazing!


    So I sourced a set of seats for my 308QV. Received them today. My plan is to re-skin these "new" seats in a design that I have in mind. I wanted a donor set of seats to re-skin so I can keep my original, stocks seats holy - and just remove them, cover them and put them on the shelf.

    I'm located in a NYC suburb. Does anyone know of or can recommend an auto upholsterer in the New York, New Jersey, or maybe even PA area that can do the job justice?

    As far as sourcing the new skins, I've been talking with these guys (www.ukhide.co.uk) who bought up the Connolly stock and sell the Connolly Autolux line (as originally installed in the car when built). Has anyone dealt with them? Or any other sources? Do I even care if I use Connolly leather - I mean, these are "spare" seats. Appreciate your opinions.

    I'll post some photos of my stock seats, the new (real ratty) seats, and the new set after the work is done.

    Thanks,
    Phil
     
  2. GlobalLambo

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    #2 GlobalLambo, Sep 21, 2007
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    Automat, in Hicksville, Long Island, Very reasonable, they handle all phases of restoration and custom work. Speak to Tim, tell him Seth with the SmartCar sent you.....
     
  3. Dai Baracca

    Dai Baracca Formula Junior

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    #3 Dai Baracca, Sep 21, 2007
    There is an upolstery shop in danbury CT...near the Farnsbacher Loles Porsche facility that does AMAZING work!!...my wrench told me about the fellow when I was going to have the seats redone in my car....I will ask him for the info again....Good Luck
    S
     
  4. Ferrarispeed28

    Ferrarispeed28 Formula 3

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    #4 Ferrarispeed28, Sep 21, 2007
    I was looking for their information! They are a father and son and do a lot of major Italian car upholstery and do fantastic car mats. I will post up the information soon. You will not be disappointed but I am sure the place Seth (globalambo) posted is a great shop.
     

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