Fitted Seat Covers?

I'm not at the point of being ready to have the upholstery done in my 53, and the seats aren't in BAD condition (no more than what would be expected from a 60 year old car, anyway), so I was wondering if anyone knew, or makes, custom fit seat covers for a 53 Chevy 4-door? I don't need anything fancy, some simple black vinyl covers with a drawstring or something around the bottom, but I can't seem to find ANYTHING ANYWHERE! Anyone?

 

JC Whitney, rodinteriors.com, and automotiveinteriors.com all sell pre sewn covers in many styles.

 

Why not make them? It isn't hard. You can sew them on a home sewing machine. Pick up a book on upholstery and slip covers from the library and have a go. You can buy the material at your local sewing shop for a fraction of the cost of seat covers and have better quality material to boot.

 

If I had a sewing machine I MIGHT even try it. I saw some "acceptable" vinyl out at Hobby Lobby, of all places, and it did cross my mind. Hell, I'll bet with a little practice I could even come up with something nice enough that I wouldn't be in any rush to replace with professional upholstery! But, alas, no sewing mo-chine.

What's a library? (LOL)

 

I bought a sewing machine at the thrift store for $7 with this very idea in mind. Perhaps a trip to goodwill would help!

 

Not a bad idea. I think I will! D'ja ever get yours done?

Hey, how's the ol' VA Beach doing? I miss the **** out of some Har**** Larry's! Used to be at that joint twice a week, EVERY week!

 

I did a PONTIAC a couple of years ago, got a set from a company in NC. I cant find the name now, but they were great, you picked colrs & material and they fit.

 

If you figure out the name, I'd appreciate the tip! Nice that they're here in NC though...