BMW’s iconic ///M logo has a long history dating back to the 1970s when the German automaker first launched its motorsports racing program. The logo consists of an italicized "M" preceded by different colored stripes, each with its own special meaning. … [Read more...] about So You Wanna Rock that BMW M Stripe?
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Junk in the Trunk: Don’t Hide It, Disguise It!
Upholstering a vehicle’s trunk can be complicated, especially when hotrodders mount their batteries, fuel cells and other vital components in there. While most trimmers hide these mechanisms behind or beneath trim panels, others have found more creative ways to disguise them in plain sight. … [Read more...] about Junk in the Trunk: Don’t Hide It, Disguise It!
Denim Dan’s Dream Car: The MX-5 Levanto
The denim car interior is not an easy look to pull off. When it looks good, it's great. But when it looks bad, it's atrocious. Tell us how you think Garage Italia Customs of Milan, Italy, did with the interior of this Mazda MX-5 Miata, which is wrapped in both Alcantara and... well, enough jeans to satisfy the snazziest "Denim Dan." … [Read more...] about Denim Dan’s Dream Car: The MX-5 Levanto
10 Cool Custom Headliners on Instagram
For many auto upholstery shops, headliner repairs are a steady and secure source of income. The jobs are usually easy, don’t take more than a few hours to complete and provide great margins. Of course, most headliner repairs aren’t very exciting. But when talented trimmers and adventurous clients come together, anything can happen. In fact, some trimmers can transform a … [Read more...] about 10 Cool Custom Headliners on Instagram
Carlex Design’s Mini Paceman Painterworks
In need of inspiration? Check out Carlex Design's one-of-a-kind Mini Paceman, which is basically a cross between a rat rod and a roving art project. It's crazy! Its creative! And it serves as the ultimate reminder that there are no limits in the craft of auto upholstery. … [Read more...] about Carlex Design’s Mini Paceman Painterworks
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