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Old Aug 24, 2018 | 08:00 PM
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What is the feasibility of converting my 1996 lt beige to Saddle?

Obviously I love the color even if you dont so this isnt a saddle color debate.

Isnt 93 the last yr Saddle was done? At any rate, can I just slide carpets, seat covers and maybe spray the rest saddle?

Me seats are standard though... I suspect there in lies the problem.
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Saddle or cognac as some call it ended in 91. 92-3 light beige with carpet on lower door panel and star fighter seats. So you're looking for 90-91 interior.
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I believe that it can be done if you're willing to pay for it.
I think that both Corvette America and Mid America Motorworks make their own reproduction interior carpet, door cards and seat covers. They reproduce all of the factory color interiors.
You might try calling them and see if they will cut the items in the proper shape for your 96 but die them with the 1991 saddle color.
It's worth a phone call to see if and how much.

Another though is that if your interior items are in good condition you might try visiting some local upholstery shops and see if they can dye your existing pieces to match the saddle color.
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