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I have a 31 sport coupe ready for an interior. I plan to use a kit, possibly from Hampton Coach, but I have not yet decided on that. My question is, what is a realistic cost to install such a kit? I have only gotten one price estimate of $1,400.00. I think that is a little high. I have not yet had an opportunity to get other estimates. I really don't even know anyone around me (central NJ) that is familiar with the interior for this car.

Any opinions or suggestions would be welcome. Thanks.

Jim.

Jim,
Did you ever SEE what a "kit" looks like when it arrives on your doorstep?

I posted a photo of one here
http://1931chevrolet.com/accessories16.htm

I hate to pop your bubble, but $1,400 may be in the right ballpark. Installing a kit is fairly time-consuming. Not SUPER difficult but a pain-in-the-a** if you don't have experience with upholstery techniques.

Since the kit comes in a million pieces, it'll take about a week and a half to install.
8 days X 8 Hours X $30/hour = $1,920

It does add up quickly. :-(