Re: Advice from those in the know on 1949 Super 8 Coupe

Posted by packardsix1939 On 2022/6/30 22:04:35

Max. Your interior upholstery pattern does look correct. I think the fabric is the issue. For a really concours restoration, it should have been done in tan wool broadcloth. Can't tell if your interior is leather or vinyl, but I wouldn't worry too much. It does look nice. You have the correct chrome moulding on the door panels and these are frequently missing. Woodgrain on the dash and garnish mouldings looks good too. Somebody put a lot of money and effort into this car. Nice plastic on the steering wheel. I'm thinking it must have been recast. This can cost over $500. The plastic on my wheel was falling off and the driver side door panel was pretty much gone. So yours is way ahead of where my Super 8 was. Just drive it and enjoy. Best of luck.