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Noworries87
10-20-2010, 07:52 PM
I woke up this morning and bought my first Chevelle. I am 23 years old and a student at The University of Florida. I just bought a 1971 Chevelle SS with a 454.
The engine was brand new, exterior and paint perfect but needs an entire interior restoration. Me and my buddies up in Jacksonville, FL are going to be doing all the work. If anyone has any (interior) suggestions or places where I can buy interior parts please let me know I am very interested!

I will put up photos this weekend -J
flash
10-20-2010, 08:44 PM
If you need hands on help you might join North Florida Chevelle Club as some of their members are in Jacksonville . I am a long distance member of their club even though I dont get to participate with them on a normal basis .
grumpy
10-20-2010, 09:13 PM
Congrats on your new purchase and welcome to the site.

There are many great sources for chevelle parts. I mostly used NPD, since they are local to me. I think they have a warehouse down your way.
Highway Star
10-20-2010, 09:20 PM
Welcome to the site. I can't wait to see pics. There are tons of places to buy parts for your new Chevelle.
Hank70SS
10-20-2010, 09:31 PM
Welcome and congrats on the Chevelle. I replaced my interior last year. I picked up a complete package on Ebay. Headliner, side panels, seat covers, arm rests and carpeting. The upholstery is PUI, carpet from Trim Parts. A lot of people prefer Legendary upholstery. I'm pleased with mine but you need to look at a few cars with both and see if you want to spend the extra $ for Legendary. Legendary is a good quality but it does cost more.
grandsport
10-20-2010, 11:00 PM
Hi Noworries,welcome!Waving Yes,I remember no worries when I was your age.:p If you are going to keep your car,buy the best even if you can't afford it.You won't regret it.
shadowgray396
10-21-2010, 12:00 AM
Welcome to the site and congrats on your purchase. You have several options for interiors as mention above. I used Destinctive Enterprises and the door panels were sent to Ted Williams Enterprizes who assembles them. They also painted all the trim pieces to match the interior. The fit is good on the panels. The price is more then OPI and less then Legendary price
Warputer
10-21-2010, 06:32 AM
Welcome to ChevelleForum!! Looking forward to the pics!
smokenjoep01
10-21-2010, 07:17 AM
Welcome from coastal North Carolina
Noworries87
10-21-2010, 01:05 PM
Thank you everyone for the warm welcome! I cant wait to get started on the car, im just hoping I can (try) and keep the cost relatively low. Im a poor college student haha.
Noworries87
10-21-2010, 01:07 PM
Welcome and congrats on the Chevelle. I replaced my interior last year. I picked up a complete package on Ebay. Headliner, side panels, seat covers, arm rests and carpeting. The upholstery is PUI, carpet from Trim Parts. A lot of people prefer Legendary upholstery. I'm pleased with mine but you need to look at a few cars with both and see if you want to spend the extra $ for Legendary. Legendary is a good quality but it does cost more.

If you dont mind, im curious how much you spent? My ENTIRE interior needs restoration. I have the old seats so im going to sand down the metal and repaint and then try and reupholster them myself