Automotive Custom Interiors (Idea Book)

The interior--perhaps more than any other aspect of a vehicle--lends itself to customization.  The question is, how far to go?  How different, how comfortable, how functional, how wild?  Whatever the answer might be, this book will help you get there.  With images of an incredible assortment of custom interiors-- from the ultimate in luxury to the totally high-tech, from race-inspired minimalism to retro hot rod styling, from suede to tuck 'n' roll, inlaid wood to engine-turned metal--Automotive Custom Interiors gives you the means to make your dream interior a reality. 
Creating a custom look for your car's interior means sifting through countless options and making difficult decisions. From the headliner to the floor, from the dashboard to the seat coverings, you want to make your custom project uniquely yours. And whether your budget is compact or luxury-sized, any ride can be turned into a standout. But where to start? Whether you hire a custom shop or decide to tackle it yourself, hours of work and thousands of dollars could be spent before you really create vision of what the whole interior will look like. Besides appearances, consider function and comfort. You'll be the one driving it, so if long Sunday drives take their toll, or if you can't reach the shifter, all that time and money were wasted on an awkward interior.
Author and automotive journalist Sue Elliot helps you make the right choices with Automotive Custom Interiors, a collection of over 600 photos compiled from some of the coolest custom cars and concepts from top car shows, noted interior specialists, and manufacturers. Topics include upholstery, instruments and lighting, mobile electronics, and more. Elliot explains how each interior was accomplished and why some work better than others.
If you're planning a custom car or hot rod, or just looking to trick out your daily driver, this book is the place to start.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks; First edition (July 19, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760332886
• ISBN-13: 978-0760332887
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches