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Author:  jprior2912 [ Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:25 am ]
Post subject:  Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Hi everyone,

The carpet in my deluxe needs replacing. I was wondering what my best option is for replacement? There are quite a few different types, but I'd like one that is a direct fit (with no modifications if possible)

I'm just after black, so nice and simple.

Any suggestions would be appreciated :)

Author:  drmini in aust [ Thu Oct 15, 2015 10:39 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

I used this one last time-
http://www.knoxautocarpets.com.au/leyla ... 1960-1978/
I got the black loop pile. Their classic loop pile is better quality but is 2x the price, worth it IMO if you want it to last.

I've used these in the past, similar design to the Knox ones.
http://trufitcarpets.com.au/custom-fit-car-mats/

Both these suppliers' kits are glued down, not clipped.

Author:  jprior2912 [ Thu Oct 15, 2015 4:18 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

drmini in aust wrote:
I used this one last time-
http://www.knoxautocarpets.com.au/leyla ... 1960-1978/
I got the black loop pile. Their classic loop pile is better quality but is 2x the price, worth it IMO if you want it to last.

I've used these in the past, similar design to the Knox ones.
http://trufitcarpets.com.au/custom-fit-car-mats/

Both these suppliers' kits are glued down, not clipped.


Thanks Kevin,

I like the look of the classic loop pile.

I haven't replaced carpet before, what glue do you recommend?

James

Author:  drmini in aust [ Thu Oct 15, 2015 4:52 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Contact adhesive. Selleys Kwikgrip.

Author:  jprior2912 [ Sun Oct 25, 2015 3:09 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

So I'm undecided for my carpet colour. I have black door card and dash cards + black seats, and a white headlining.

I was just going to get black carpet cause that seemed the default option, but I was thinking maybe a grey would look good?

Has anyone put a grey carpet against black interior? or any other colour? (my car is red as an FYI)

Author:  drmini in aust [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 7:20 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

I'd go red carpet with the black trim.

Author:  jprior2912 [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 3:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

drmini in aust wrote:
I'd go red carpet with the black trim.

Reckon that'd look okay even though the paint on the insaide is red? (Doors/pillars ect)

Author:  timmy201 [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 4:08 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Mine is red.
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Author:  jprior2912 [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 4:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

timmy201 wrote:
Mine is red.
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Cheers Timmy, forgot you had the red carpet! Yours seems to match pretty well with the colour of your paint. I'm a little concerned mine may clash because it's a really dark red?

Author:  timmy201 [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 4:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

They'd probably send you some sample pieces if you got in contact with them?

Author:  jprior2912 [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 4:25 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Yeah you're provably right.

This colour would look good in my car -

http://minisport.com.au/mini-cooper-s-c ... e-in-stock

No way I could even justify that price for my car. But the colour would go nice!

Author:  1071 S [ Mon Oct 26, 2015 5:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Sometimes the best option is to go to your local carpet shop - you may need to shop around and you may find a carpet close to what you currently have. My local supplier carries stuff that closely matches that used in the early Ss - Axminster, Westminster or something like that.

You then use the existing carpet as a pattern - plus a bit of trial and error - until you get a perfect fit.

Then you go back and get the edges oversewn.

That way you avoid the obvious misfit - as demonstrated by the red car....

.And.. I would never glue carpet down - I've had to remove it too often. The carpet shop should be able to sell you some decent underfelt. That, plus properly fitted carpet shouldn't move. A few strategic bits of velcro will finish it off.

Cheers, Ian

Author:  jprior2912 [ Tue Oct 27, 2015 4:19 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

1071 S wrote:
Sometimes the best option is to go to your local carpet shop - you may need to shop around and you may find a carpet close to what you currently have. My local supplier carries stuff that closely matches that used in the early Ss - Axminster, Westminster or something like that.

You then use the existing carpet as a pattern - plus a bit of trial and error - until you get a perfect fit.

Then you go back and get the edges oversewn.

That way you avoid the obvious misfit - as demonstrated by the red car....

.And.. I would never glue carpet down - I've had to remove it too often. The carpet shop should be able to sell you some decent underfelt. That, plus properly fitted carpet shouldn't move. A few strategic bits of velcro will finish it off.

Cheers, Ian


Thanks Ian, the only thing I don't want my new carpet to be ANYTHING like my old one, it is awful, so kind of working with a blank canvas. I might see what my local carpet shop carries though, thanks!

Author:  timmy201 [ Tue Oct 27, 2015 4:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Yep, definitely don't get a flat carpet like mine, get a nice moulded one.

In my defence though, I bought that carpet before I owned the car and the old carpet was mostly missing.. (and it was very very cheap too - $45)

Author:  jprior2912 [ Wed Oct 28, 2015 5:05 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Carpet for a '67 Deluxe

Knox Auto Carpets has been nice enough to send me some samples. See how we go when they get here!

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