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Leather Restoration in DFW area?

Discussion in 'Texas' started by TurboTodd, Dec 31, 2006.

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  1. TurboTodd

    TurboTodd Formula 3

    Jan 8, 2004
    1,084
    Brentwood, TN
    Since the original thread got eaten by the database monster, I'll repost.

    I'm looking at a car that is stunning with the exception of the leather interior. I've seen a restoration online where they clean, sand, fill, and redye the interior. The results were very impressive, and price wasn't too bad (<$400).

    http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/1708 <-- Restoration Example

    Anyone know of a place in the DFW area that offers this service?

    Todd
     
  2. AnotherDunneDeal

    AnotherDunneDeal F1 Veteran

    Jun 2, 2003
    6,109
    N.Richland Hills, Tx
    Full Name:
    James Dunne
    check out www.tinlizzieaffair.com.

    We used them all the time when I was with Ferrari of Dallas. I saw some really good restoration work done there. One in particular was a Ferrari Daytona with the contrasting straps on the sport seats. The restores looked as original as if the car had just been built.

    Also, you might check with Bob Smith up in Gainesville. You probably know the reputation of his work. Absolutely world class and his many "best in show" awards at prestigious car shows will attest for his work. Google www.bobsmithcoachworks.com. Make sure you google him as if you just click on the link it is just a picture of his home page. Go to the second listing for a lot of photos of his work. I believe these might have been taken on a Ferrarichat road trip tour.

    Hope you find something there.........
     
  3. AnotherDunneDeal

    AnotherDunneDeal F1 Veteran

    Jun 2, 2003
    6,109
    N.Richland Hills, Tx
    Full Name:
    James Dunne
    check out www.tinlizzieaffair.com.

    We used them all the time when I was with Ferrari of Dallas. I saw some really good restoration work done there. One in particular was a Ferrari Daytona with the contrasting straps on the sport seats. The restores looked as original as if the car had just been built.

    Also, you might check with Bob Smith up in Gainesville. You probably know the reputation of his work. Absolutely world class and his many "best in show" awards at prestigious car shows will attest for his work.

    Hope you find something there.........

    HOW DID THIS GET ON HERE AFTER THE EDITED ONE ABOVE????????????
     
  4. Speed Racerette

    Speed Racerette Formula 3

    May 24, 2004
    1,354
    Dallas, TX
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    She wants Revenge
    Here's my original response:

    Johnny Cantu
    John's Fine Crafted Auto Interiors
    972.438.4783
    214.498.6410

    Work he has done for me:

    re-dyed leather seat in 740il
    replaced headliner in 840ci
    fixed seatback latch in 840ci
    replaced sport seats leather in 911
    replaced convertible top in 911

    Quality has been great as well as the prices.
     
  5. hplug

    hplug Karting

    Sep 23, 2005
    210
    Dallas
    Full Name:
    Hayes
    Have you ever seen or used leatherique? It is amazing stuff.
    www.leatherique.com
    It is kind of pricey but well worth it. I have a small sample if you would like to test run,
    H
     
  6. Speed Racerette

    Speed Racerette Formula 3

    May 24, 2004
    1,354
    Dallas, TX
    Full Name:
    She wants Revenge
    The problem with Leatherique is the amount of labor you are willing to perform to get it as good as a professional. Especially when there is sanding involved. I have the entire kit with all of it's components. It definitely takes practice.

    I only paid $125 to have my drivers seat sanded and re-dyed. Well worth my effort and time saved.
     

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