Rear shelf over rear seat back and beneath the rear window

Posted by Michael Evans On 2010/11/7 13:44:16

Hi to everyone

My car is now at the stage where she is at the trim shop for a new headlining - carpets - furflex around the doors etc.

I have the rear "Parcel shelf" out of the car which is covered in the same "leatherette" at the seats and door cards and I think this is completely WRONG.

I have cleaned up this piece and in so doing noted that the material is stretched and forms a hollow at its center due to the shelf being in two pieces with a metal joining piece at the rear - see the photos.

My queries are 1) shouldn't it be covered to follow the top of the shelf correctly so that it is flat then going up at an angle to the rear window ? 2) Should it be covered in this leatherette or in carpet ? I fancy the latter as it could help in insulation of heat to the cab and also possibly help cut down any drumming noise from the trunk.

Any help much appreciated

Best regards Michael

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