Easily the most artistic form of upholstery, leather tooling is a craft few trimmers have attempted – let alone mastered. Still, it has become a staple in the motorcycle industry, with custom-tooled seats and matching bags in high demand. Among the most distinguished shops doing custom tooling is Bare Bones Leather in Bethlehem, GA, where owner Curt Green uses an arsenal of … [Read more...] about Shop Profile: Bare Bones Leather
Mini Cooper Seats: From Start to Finish
Take a look at how car seats are assembled by the manufacturers in this video clip by the popular TV series “How It’s Made.” The episode follows a first-tier supplier as it assembles front and rear seating intended for a Mini Cooper. … [Read more...] about Mini Cooper Seats: From Start to Finish
Mod Tops: The Softer Side of Mopar
Did you know that in an effort to attract more women customers, Mopar outfitted several of their 1969 to 1970 models with floral patterned interiors and vinyl tops? These psychedelic rides were known as Mod Tops. … [Read more...] about Mod Tops: The Softer Side of Mopar
Photo: Chevrolet Camaro Roadster Top
Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. That is, in fact, a late-model Chevrolet Camaro sporting a roadster top. … [Read more...] about Photo: Chevrolet Camaro Roadster Top
Cougar Once Rocked a Houndstooth Top
Did you know that in 1970 Mercury offered an optional houndstooth vinyl top for the Cougar? … [Read more...] about Cougar Once Rocked a Houndstooth Top
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