The 'E' Type Forum

Hi all
I am thinking of re trimming the interior of a s1 4.2 OTS in red.Like previous posts the amount of shades seems to be vast.Could anyone recommend a supplier of trim kits they have used.I have been in touch with several suppliers but would prefer a recommendation from a customer.many thanks
KARL

I am very pleased with my kit from Jonathon Skinner, UK.

I recommend unhesitatingly BAS in South Wales

+1 for BAS.

Hi Karl...I dont have a red interior but can recomend Aldridge in Wolverhampton......i trimed the interior myself useing there custom made sest covers, carpets etc.....very helpefull on the end of the phone to talk over any problems.....but i have seen and heard exactly the same quality and service. from the firms mentioned above...and there prices are almost the same

one more for B.A.S and you can return parts to the company if needed .... they pay you back

Hi Karl,
I have had my kit from GB Classic Trim in Coventry. They were recommended to me by the guy who painted my car (S2 OTS). The quality of the kit is superb and they have bent over backwards to help me with the bits I have found difficult. Graham or Andy are the contacts and their number is 02476 325928
I had them do the seats and console and I am attempting the rest.
Regards Simon

No matter who you choose, I strongly recommend you get a pneumatic stapler. It allows you to focus on fit instead of worrying about how to hold on to the material and drive a staple.

Thanks to you all for your thoughts it seems most are happy with there suppliers.I have had SC parts recommended as anyone used there kit?
Again thanks to you all

Hi Karl...all the firms reccomended by members as above are trimmers..thats all they do they can talk over any issues you have with fitting......everything is custom made useind whatever materials and colour you want.....As far as im aware SC parts is just a parts supplier.....you can order a trim kit from them but they will just buy it in and resell..dont think they will have any experties to help you with problems.......I havent used them for a few years now due to constant problems with there delivery and trying to obtain refunds for items that had been ordered and that they could not deliver becaus they did not have.....however they have a great parts E type catalogue if you can get hold of one that gives loks of detail

I am retrimming my s3 2+2 got the kit from barratts it is a good standard, also getting help and advice from aldridges.
Its good for me has i live in wolverhampton so they are both very close at hand.
Rob Gill

Thanks for the comments guys.Im in a bit of a quandary now,still don't know who to go with will have to do a bit more research.
Cheers

Hi all
I'm still in a bit of a quandary as to which supplier to use.It is just the interior kit I'm wanting as I have my own trimmer lined up.Any more suggestions.
Thanks

Hi Karl....why do you need a kit....a professional trimmer just needs the leather, vinyl, and carpet etc they then make it to fit.....as i retrimed my car myself i had the trimmers make my seat covers and carpet set.....i then just purchased the matching vinyl and covered everything.......best thing is send for samples from all the recomendations above and take it from there

Hi Karl,
I purchased an Aldridge kit, in black, included seat coverings and centre console kit, (arm rest & radio console not included), I purchased extra padding for the seat back rests direct from them and as recommended. It all went together very nicely. Definately recommend a good electric stapler for the job and strong adhesive.

Thanks Steve I am just waiting for samples to arrive from Aldrige and will take the stapler advice on board.
Cheers