TravisB

Wow, I really like it! Looking at the uninstalled pictures of the door cards I thought it would be too much, but it just works in my eyes. E-brake and shift ***** are a bit much for my tastes, doesn't look as "came that way" or integrated as the door cards..but that's just my worthless opinion. I think it might just be that they're these two small pieces of large pattern plaid just kind of floating in the interior..

And how old are you?? This is the last place I ever thought I'd see guys reupholstering with plaid or houndstooth! Somewhere, a purist is making more progress on an ulcer...haha.

poorb0yw

Its all coming together really nicely. Count me in as a fan.

Any plans for the steering wheel?

Benton

Thanks Travis. I rather like the shift ****, but the e-brake handle didn't quite hit the mark. While I do like it as well, big changes are in the works. From the beginning, this iteration was a transition period until I could afford (and had the time) to perform some higher-quality work with professionally-made leather dash covers, a new carpet set, etc. I will, most likely, be retaining a tartan pattern; however, it will be quite different and more understated. Work will commence over the next few weeks, and I will document the progress in a new thread as well as on my blog below.

The largest downside of this pattern, which wasn't apparent when looking at the fabric only, is the gray really takes on a cool tone in most light. Couple that with the black interior, and it has a bit of a sterile, lifeless feel. I should have considered that at the onset, as I have never been a gray interior fan. The next (and hopefully final) iteration will be far from boring, yet more in-line with period-correct styles.

Princeton: Thanks; your stepping out of the box has certainly encouraged me to do the same! Not sure what you might have in mind for the steering wheel, but I will be retaining the 3-spoker to keep an airbag. I'd love to go with a Motorsport wheel or similar, but I can't bring myself to get rid of the airbag when I'm not the only one that drives the car.

Academictech

Very nice job Mark, you're right, the finished product doesn't take long to grow on you.

nile13

Makes me think of tartan pattern in blue with a bit of yellow for my blue interior in a yellow cab. Doors and rear cab quarter panels would probably do the trick. Hmmm....

Mark, where did you get this material? Is it something special that wouldn't fade in the sun or get ruined by moisture?

axl911

Very very nice.

How well does the tartan fabric wear?

curve lover

Plaid-tastic!

Benton

I got the tartan fabric from this place: http://thescottishweaver.com/CottonTartanPlaidFabric/. The only area that hasn't worn well is part of the shift ****--sometimes I hop right in the car after work with semi-dirty hands from wrenching all day (like a dumbass), so the shift **** has inevitably changed colors a bit. I sprayed the fabric down with 303 Aerospace fabric UV protectant before installation, but I also have kept the car either covered or garaged most of the time since the conversion.

It's interesting; as most of you probably read, it received a mixed response early on. I'm glad I didn't let it deter me. Since completion, I have been surprised at how many folks gave compliments. I had a little crowd gathered around at the Rolex 24; some dudes thought it was some sort of original option! But the reality is, my craftsmanship level has increased since the conversion, and I now have finer materials to work with from Rob Budd at Classic9Leathershop.com, so it will be undergoing some changes and refinement soon.

FisterD

Woah! Crazy cool!

77'3.6vram

Very nice.If you know your Porsche family history.In 77' Ferry had a 3.0 built in oak green with a green leather with green plad(very much like yours)inserts and door cards.You are not recreating the wheel.Your taste is right in line with the best of them.Replace your carpet,but please do not change your retro (super 70's) interior.It's extremely cool.

nile13

Damn, this might look cool in a Midnight Blue interior:

pmohr993

hey benton,

i give you mad props for being willing to be different. to many porshce owners are resistent to changing anything from stock. it is all about personal preferences! i'm still on the hunt for my 993, but i have plans on put my own personal touches on the interior and i'm glad to see others laying the ground work for change! keep up the good work and i can't wait to see your next project.

pat

Benton

Thanks!

Mike, you are a wildman. That pattern makes me think of United Colors of Benetton ads:

nile13

My gaydar is pegging out just looking at this ad. What a bunch of happy shiny people.

doc_porsche

Cool looking.... Looks like I'm shopping at Burberry