I know it's a bit off topic for the forum but my question could help others who do have '52-59s. Does anyone here know a source for some cheap aftermarket seat covers for a split-back front seat for a 2 door car? All I found are for a full un-split seat back like goes on a 4 door or a pickup seat. I remember those cheap plaid covers we used to could get at J.C.Whitney for really low $$$$ but I can't find any place that still has them or something similar. My buddy has a survivor unrestored '41 2 door sedan, all original that is definitely showing its age. The seats are threadbare but he prefers to keep them original and just wants to cover 'em with a seat cover. Does anyone know a source for them? Thx
I get ads all the time for split seat covers. My 59 has a solid bench so I just measured them and bought covers for a 70's Ford truck. They were only 50 bucks and with a little tugging and tucking. They work great. https://www.ebay.com/str/allisondashcaraccessories
I came across these on my regular eBay search. https://www.ebay.com/itm/3256893971...iNWqjBJRY2&var=&widget_ver=artemi***edia=COPY
Thanks to all for the help. I checked eBay but guess I was using the wrong search words. Some of those y'all linked just might work. I will p*** the info along to my buddy.
you can always check to see if any local upholstery shops would make slip- covers for your existing seats. even a furniture upholstery shop can make slip covers for those. and you can just take the fabric you wnt them made out of. also you'd be buying local.
Thanks for that advice. I think my buddy has checked around to have a pair made locally. But the prices are a bit prohibitive, he's looking for a low cost option instead. Having one made - bottom line would be about $300.
Anyone having a normal sewing machine can do slip covers. Sorry but material and labor today $300 probably won’t cut it. You need someone’s wife with a machine.
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