Pat McClelland

My 57 98 2dr ht is pink with charcoal interior. The trim code is 331. Where can I get the correct carpet? Thanks for your help.
Pat
ps. Would you put Dynamat under it?

Rocketowner

Pat, I found a company that list carpet for a 1957 Olds "98". It's Quality Car Interior. They show a Charcoal color available,but I didn't find anything by the color code "301". They state that they make them in "custom Colors", and also list insulation to go under the carpet.Give them a call and I bet they can tell you what will match or send you samples.
(556-256-6825). Tustin Ca. Good luck, Larry

Tedd Thompson

I used these guys a couple months ago on my 55 and had good fit and as easy install as I expected. You might give them a call.... Tedd http://originalauto.com/products/carpet-sets/

Pat McClelland

Thanks for the help guys. My trim code is "331" not "301". Thanks again.
Pat

TheDon

When I had my '57 98 StarFire Coupe I looked high and low for over 25 years for the correct carpet. I have only seen two cars with the original correct carpet. The correct carpet has like a tighter weave diamond shape staggered about every 2" the same color as the rest of the carpet.
Good luck on your search!

Pat McClelland

Dear Don, thank you for your response. I would love to have the right carpet, but my car has set too long. I have to get some carpet and seats right away. What can you suggest? It is pink with charcoal interior. I appreciate your help. Pat

TheDon

You might want check out all the contacts in a current Hemmings.
You will have to settle on deciding between the close cut weave "Daytona" or a standard Loop Cut Pile.

LeBaron Bonney Interiors (800) 221-5408

Originality Plus ( Might steer you in a direction)
10005 Lilac Road
Oak Hills, CA 92344
Phone: (760) 792-1020

Bill Hirsch (800) 828-2061

Pat McClelland

Would you choose the Daytona or the standard Cut Loop pile?

TheDon

The Daytona looks sharp and easier to vacuum, but just does not look right in the '57. The closer to the original I believe is the Loop Pile.
Get the supplier(s) to send you samples if they can.

Pat McClelland

I saw an original 57 88 today at the Ottawa, Ks car show. It had loop carpet. The owner who also does interior work said it was closest to 80/20 Raylon loop. He said he prefers the Daytona but it looks a little sparse for a 98. The "plush cut pile" looks nice too. Would the 98 have had cut pile while the 88 appeared uncut? Any opinions are appreciated.
Pat

harwooddan

Try ACC carpet in Alabama they make the majority of original replacement carpeting but for my 55 Olds which is a Daytona weave the best price was Automotive Interiors in Massachusetts

Pat McClelland

Thank you Hardwooddan. Is the Oldsmobile an 88 or 98?

supmarjo

hi, i just ordered this from e bay:
1957 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket 88 2 Door Post Carpet Loop 08 Dark Green... 80/20 Loop.....from:
Anniston, Alabama,

ill be a few weeks before install,but will post when i receive it, for quality n color match ...

Pat McClelland

Thanks Supmarjo. Will you use Dynamat and then Jute under it?
Pat

harwooddan

My car is a super 88. I used dynamat in the trunk and interior floors as the carpet sample only had a foam rubber back. Then the carpet arrives and had the jute backing. I could have saved $200 bucks but still glad I did the trunk floor and the car is quieter. Hope this helps !

supmarjo

my car had spay under coating ( on the inside) but ill put something els also...not sure,been looking at you tube for info...... ill check back soon

supmarjo

..ok got the carpet installed fits good, had to cut out for the brake...you big issue.
did not add any more sound protection...carpet came w insulation.
nice carpet