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The carpet DOES go under the sill, somewhat, on my 55 400 which surely has original carpet. For those saying that it should not I would appreciate you posting what evidence you have of that. Or maybe this is what you mean by "doesn't go under the sill".

Self explanatory in these photos. Ignore the carpet sample...

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Started my carpet today. I went a little further under the back seat and cut slits for the tabs that hold the back seat in place. This should help keep the carpet in just the right position.



It would be much easier to tuck the carpet under the sill plates, but binding the edges and resting them next to the sill
plates is what Packard did, so that's what I'm going to do. I'll attach Velcro to the edges to keep them in place.



Back seat sits nicely over the tunnel.



Cut up the originals to patterns for the new.



My brother sometimes accuses me of being to meticulous. I don't know what he's talking about!



Front carpet is next.

After a bit of practice, started the binding on the carpet.

I may even get to drive my car this summer!

Carpet fits nicely right now and I have a couple of upgrades to ensure it stays where it's supposed to.

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Looks Awesome! Going to be like being in a new car!