Auto Upholstery Bay Area - Porsche Interior Restoration Project - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

 

Is your classic car in need of an interior restoration?  That is where Cooks Upholstery can help.  Below is an interior restoration project we are doing on a vintage Porsche.

The body of the car was designed by Irwin Komenda. Kommenda, an Austrian born in 1904, contributed substantially to the Volkswagen, Cistalia, Auto Union racers and other cars of the day. Though the car changed from mid-engine to rear, the tubular chassis gave way to a unitized pan and body construction, and a myriad of details evolved over the 22 year run of the model, the overall design and instantly recognizeable shape of the car remained the same, a timeless classic

 

Take advantage of these upcoming winter months to complete your classic car restoration project.

 

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Auto Upholstery Bay Area - Cadillac Convertible with an Ostrich Interior - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Thanks to owners who like to set their vehicles apart from others on the road, Cooks Upholstery can add surprising and creative touches to cars and trucks. Some of the most popular aftermarket accessories today are custom interiors such as the Ostrich interior in this vintage Cadillac

 

 

 

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Auto Upholstery BMW Convertible Top Restoration - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Here is a restoration of a convertible top for a BMW. We understand that a great looking, long lasting top installation often begins by identifying and correcting problems with your frame and lift system before we install your new top. Our team of experts have an extensive knowledge of both new and Classic Scissor convertible tops.  In addition we excel at locating those difficult to find replacement parts and will have you back on the road in time to enjoy the summer and keep dry in the winter.

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Auto Upholstery Mercedes 560SL Center Console Restoration - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Stay tuned to see the completed restoration

Here is a restoration of the center console on a Mercedes 560SL. In 1986, Mercedes-Benz shipped its most powerful SL of the decade to the U.S. in the 560SL. The car was also the heaviest of the 1971-89 R107 SLs that Mercedes produced, but the new 5.5-liter V-8 engine’s 227 hp did a fine job of mitigating that fact. Top speed was much improved (from 110 mph in the 380SL to 130 mph), and the car was quicker from a standstill to 60 mph by about 4 full seconds.

The engine was much torquier, too, which greatly improved the cars’ dynamics. Likewise, the car received a new rear suspension and a limited-slip differential to better handle the added torque and power. Mercedes-Benz also added anti-lock brakes, leather upholstery, an alarm system, and an air bag, all of which better suited the car’s $48,000 price tag.

source: http://www.hagerty.com/price-guide/1986-Mercedes~Benz-560SL


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Land Rover Defender Top Installation Bay Area - The New Top is Installed - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Do you need you top installed - At Cooks we are the experts - Here is the completed Installation

THE original version of the Land Rover County (nee Defender) changed the face of motoring as well as some of the more inaccessible areas of the world when it was released in 1948.

In the first two years of its life the model earned five million pounds sterling in foreign currency, a godsend to the struggling post-war British economy.

The Land Rover has been described as "the world's most versatile vehicle", being sold in a wide variety of forms from basic cab chassis to four door station wagon.

source:

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/ganews?readform&make=Land%20Rover&model=Defender&start=2#FamilyTree

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Land Rover Defender Top Installation Bay Area - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Do you need you top installed - At Cooks we are the experts

THE original version of the Land Rover County (nee Defender) changed the face of motoring as well as some of the more inaccessible areas of the world when it was released in 1948.

In the first two years of its life the model earned five million pounds sterling in foreign currency, a godsend to the struggling post-war British economy.

The Land Rover has been described as "the world's most versatile vehicle", being sold in a wide variety of forms from basic cab chassis to four door station wagon.

source:

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/ganews?readform&make=Land%20Rover&model=Defender&start=2#FamilyTree

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Car Interior Restoration Bay Area - Interior Restoration - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

We are now starting an interior restoration on this International Harverster.

International Harvester stopped making passenger vehicles in 1980. But some die-hards refuse to acknowledge the fact that the Travelall, the world’s first S.U.V., and its successor, the Scout, are long gone.

This is a fine example of this wonderful truck.

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Car Seat Restoration Bay Area - Seat Restoration Ford Bronco - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

This is a project we just started. Stay tuned for the finished interior

Responding to what Ford saw as a competitive trend, the Bronco became a full-sized SUV for the 1978 model year. This new Bronco was based on the Ford F-Series pickup. In fact, the F-150 SuperCab four-wheel drive floor plan and steering linkage were used on the Bronco. The new Bronco boasted a 104.7 inch wheelbase and more room. Compared to the classic Bronco the new model offered 15% more front hip room, 30% more rear hip room. The cargo capacity was increased from 16.6 cubic feet to 49.3 to 97.4 depending on the rear seat configuration. The new Bronco was larger outside too, five inches higher, ten inches wider, and two feet longer than the original. The new Bronco featured a removable fiberglass hardtop (or should we say half top). When this top was removed it gave the new Bronco the open air feel everyone expected while keeping the front passengers covered. This feature stemmed from the fact that the Bronco was essentially the same as the F-Series pickup from the B-pillar forward.

We are the preferred leather and seat repair facility for Ferrari Maserati Silicon Valley, Putnam Lexus and many other of our local dealerships.

 Many factors will influence whether or not your leather or seats can be repaired or will need to be replaced.  These include but are not limited to:  Excessive cracking, the size of the area and personal preference.  In these instances, we recommend replacement of the damaged section using O.E.M. materials, which allows our team to make the best possible repair and restore your vehicle to its original state.

source: http://www.angelfire.com/wv/fordbroncos/History.html

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Car Seat Restoration Bay Area - Seat Restoration - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

We pride ourselves on using the latest technology in leather refinishing and coupled with our extensive training, our team will make cuts, scratches and small holes virtually disappear.  Our team uses only the highest quality Leather Dyes, adjusting the amount of gloss that allows us to create perfect match for your vehicle. The result is a smooth durable repair.

 We are the preferred leather repair facility for Ferrari Maserati Silicon Valley, Putnam Lexus and many other of our local dealerships.

Many factors will influence whether or not your leather can be repaired or will need to be replaced.  These include but are not limited to:  Excessive cracking, the size of the area and personal preference.  In these instances, we recommend replacement of the damaged section using O.E.M. materials, which allows our team to make the best possible repair and restore your vehicle to its original state.

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Convertible Top Restoration Bay Area - Mercedes Convertible Top Installation In Process - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Cooks Upholstery & Classic Restoration is committed to installing the highest quality convertible tops and we are proud to be recognized by Robbins Auto Tops as the Peninsulas preferred installer. All convertible tops are backed by a 3 year manufacturers warranty.

 Why buy our Top? Often customers ask us about buying a convertible top off the internet believing they are going to save money.

 Don't be penny wise and pound foolish. In our experience, we have found convertible tops sold on the internet are fabricated with substandard materials and adhere to less stringent standards of construction. Many times convertible tops found on the internet are actually 2nds.  If the convertible top found on the internet is incorrect, damaged or fails, the consumer is responsible for tracking down the replacement top and this will cost them valuable time & money. It is in the consumer’s best interest to let the professionals handle the process of obtaining materials for the job. 

The team at Cooks Upholstery & Classic Restoration takes pride in providing our customers with the highest level of service before, during and after the sale.  This allows our team to provide you the service you need with the least amount of down time. 

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Steering Wheel Repair Bay Area - Lexus Steering Wheel Repair and Restoration In Process - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Your steering wheel is the most touched part of your vehicle and can take a beating over the years.  In most cases, our team can restore your steering wheel to like new condition.  If your steering wheel is beyond repair, our team of professionals can install a leather cover to protect your steering wheel from further damage.


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Auto Upholstery Bay Area - Mercedes Convertible Back Window Replacement - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

Convertible top repair is one our specialties at Cooks Upholstery. Here we are replacing the back window which will make the top like new.

Cars that set for long periods of time without operating the convertible top can develop a multitude of problems.  These can range from water leaks,  leaking hydraulic pumps, electrical motors failing or the top may be out of adjustment and no longer close properly.

We understand that a great looking, long lasting top installation often begins by identifying and correcting problems with your frame and lift system before we install your new top. Our team of experts have an extensive knowledge of both new and Classic Scissor convertible tops.  In addition we excel at locating those difficult to find replacement parts and will have you back on the road in time to enjoy the summer and keep dry in the winter.

 

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Auto Upholstery Bay Area - Maserati GranTurismo Back Seat Console Restoration - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

A small imperfection but we will make it perfect for the dealer

The Maserati GranTurismo S is designed for drivers looking for a granturismo in its purest form. This Maserati coupé provides power, driving pleasure and space for four adults in an exquisitely finished interior. The exterior styling by Pininfarina clothes that power and luxury in one of the most beautiful bodies on the road.

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Auto Upholstery Bay Area - Another Ferrari Daytona Seat Revitalization Saving the Original Patina - Cooks Upholstery Redwood City 650-364.0923

This beautiful Ferrari Daytona remains remarkably original and the interior has  wonderful patina that would certainly have been lost during a complete restoration.  You should really think hard about any restoration work before you just go in and do it, because one you restore you can never go back.

We have disassembled the seats and sewn and revitalized the seats to maintain this cars originality.

 

 

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