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23rd December 2021, 16:15 | #1 |
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Aubergine mats replacement - advice sought
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My interior is Aubergine leather and the mats are looking tired. I'd like to replace them. As far as I know you can't get Aubergine mats for 75's new aside from LHD so I found two options: 1) These are custom made, the closest colour I think would be burgundy and they cost £99+delivery. Not sure if they would look ok. https://carcovershop.co.uk/carsearch...%20Set&id=1659 2) I could alternatively go with sandstone from Rimmers (£79) as a contrast. Oddly the passenger side mat isn't shown with the eye holes for the mat hooks. https://rimmerbros.com/Item--i-EAH001110SCD If anyone has any better ideas I'd love to here . Many thanks, Jim |
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23rd December 2021, 17:02 | #3 |
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Hi. I saw this but I think this is drivers side LH so would not work as mine is RHD. Thank you for looking.
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Sorry Jim.
The picture initially looked to me like drivers side mat for RHD, but the description says the opposite as you pointed out. |
23rd December 2021, 17:40 | #5 |
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No problem, as I say, thank you for looking.
What I find odd is if they are restocking then someone must be making them unless Rimmers are buying a supply back from a country that is LHD. I guess that is the case.... |
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Please don't spoil your beautiful aubergine leather interior with burgundy or sandstone carpet mats. Refurbishment is better than replacement with second best. Have you tried cleaning them using a domestic water extraction machine? I find the results from this are surprisingly good. However if the colour has faded or the pile is worn excessively I'd be researching a classic car carpet specialist able to dye your originals or even make a new pair for you to the original design. If you've ever seen the TV programme Salvage Hunters, Classic Cars (Quest channel) you'll know that amazing things are possible. Simon
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24th December 2021, 12:53 | #7 |
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Yes, I might be able to improve them. I just noticed you can get a burgundy mat made from this supplier that isn't a bad match. It's quite a difficult colour to find but I'm pleased with this.
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Don't forget that the colour you see on your computer screen won't be the same as the colour of the mat viewed in daylight. I'd ask for a swatch before committing yourself. Simon
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I have deep sea green overmats in my aubergine interior FTW
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Not a bad idea. I'll ask them to send a sample through. BTW what trim colour would look good do you think? I'm thinking Anthracite maybe
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