Headline act – 1990 BMW E32 750il
August 2, 2021
A possible future project for us at Bridge Classic Cars may be our 1990 BMW E32 750 il with a droopy headlining. A common problem
classic car ceiling cloth
1996 Toyota Hilux
July 8, 2021
Our 1996 Toyota Hilus has been treated to a brand new, custom made, ceiling cloth. Although some may consider it ‘not yet a classic’ parts
Headline act – 1990 BMW E32 750il
August 2, 2021
A possible future project for us at Bridge Classic Cars may be our 1990 BMW E32 750 il with a droopy headlining.
A common problem with classics and modern classics is the headlining starting to droop. A few factors that can cause this to happen is direct sunlight and in particular the heat that is generated from the sun. This can often melt the glue which causes the material to become unstuck and drop.
It would also be an age related issue. The fixings and adhesive used may be getting old and tired. The material used may be stretching.
I had a similar issue myself on my Aston Martin DB9 so we removed the ceiling board and fitted with new material.
1996 Toyota Hilux
July 8, 2021
Our 1996 Toyota Hilus has been treated to a brand new, custom made, ceiling cloth.
Although some may consider it ‘not yet a classic’ parts for the Toyota Hilux are becoming increasingly difficult to source. A ceiling cloth is one of those parts that need to be manufactured from scratch.
We matched the interior as best we could with the resources we had. The existing ceiling cloth, although too far gone to repair, was useful to have as it helped us compare like for like materials and finishes.
A sound deadening mat was applied to the underside of the roof prior to the ceiling cloth being fitted. The interior accessories have all been cleaned up and prepared for refit so now that it is all in position the windows can be refitted and work can commence with the restoration.
Although Bridge Classic Cars have had involvement along the way, the project is actually being completed by father and son which is an amazing story. Being a father and son team here at Bridge Classic Cars it’s moments like this in life that make wonderful memories. We can’t wait to see the final results!
