Carpet Set (Centre Change)

What materials are available?

We can manufacture Carpets Sets for this model of car in Tufted Nylon, Karvel (Ribbed), or Deluxe Woven Wool. Note that the Nylon and Wool options have a rubber backing, whereas the Karvel has a hessian backing. Please refer to our Materials & Colours library for more information.

What material is original for this model of car?

Austin Healey models left the factory with Karvel for the main cockpit carpeted areas. This material is “ribbed” pile carpet with a hessian backing. The ribs originally went from left to right across the width of the car. Note that there are limited shades available for Karvel. There is a much wider selection of colours available in Deluxe Woven Wool and Nylon. Please refer to our Materials & Colours library for more information.

Are these carpets edged?

Yes – we edge our carpets kits using Leathercloth (Vynide) binding, where available. Not all edges are bound; some are raw edges – but these are normally hidden during the fitting process under adjacent edged pieces or panels. Please refer to our Materials & Colours library for more information.

Where Austin Healey Carpets originally edged?

This is a subject of much debate amongst enthusiasts, and due to the very inconsistent original factory production lines, and their poor record keeping – it is hard to say 100% for sure. JSM will standardly edge their carpet kits, unless explicitly instructed not to by our customers.

Is your carpet Gearbox carpet the original one-piece version?

No. This is a pattern that we have adapted for practicality purposes. The original one-piece version was a very badly fitting carpet and so we have developed a better fitting two-piece style cover instead. The two-piece setup allows for easier fitment, as well as easy on-going access to the Gearbox area of the car. The subtle join between the carpets is more pleasing to the eye than the wrinkles, creases and bagginess caused by the larger 1pc version.

Do we offer a kit with the Centre Cushion Armrest pre-attached to the Carpet?

No. These items are sold separately, and it is recommended that you attached this Armrest when in-situ and fitting the parts to ensure the best positioning in the car.

Do the carpets have a pre-cut hole for the ashtray, and pre-cut hole or flap included for the Gearbox Inspection Panel?

No. These holes are best cut in-situ when fitting the carpet to the car, to achieve the most accurate fit. Originally this inspection panel was accessible via a removable plastic grommet. If you wish for us to include an extra edged “flap” of carpet, or a loose bit of material so that you can have a custom flap cover fitted at your end – then please let us know and we can include this for you.

What are the pre-cut loose materials pieces for?

We include pre-cut loose pieces of material for re-covering various bodywork areas related to carpet pieces. These should be glued to the actual body metalwork of the car in the applicable areas – thus hiding any metalwork in areas where the carpet is not present. For example, we include loose material cut to shape for re-covering the raised housing section of the Gear Lever Stick area. We also include a small cutting of Vinyl for re-covering the bodywork area around where the Handbrake lever joins the floor.

Do the Rear Floor Carpets include pre-cut slots for the Seat Runners?

No. Unlike some of the other earlier Healeys, this version of the carpet set did not include pre-cut strip openings for the Seat Runners. For this model of car, the Seat Runners originally sat on top of the Carpets, and were attached to the bodywork through the carpets.

Are the carpets supplied with Heelpads?

Yes, we supply pre-glued and sewn Rubber Heelpads on the both Front Floor Carpet. According to our records, all the BN2 to BJ8 models featured heelpads on both the driver and passenger side Front Floors. Certain records indicate that some cars left the factories with heelpads only on the Drivers Side front floor – if you wish for this option – just mention this to us when to come to confirm the order. These rubber heelpads include the “Austin” text in the centre of them.

Do I need an under-carpet felt kit (underfelt kit)?

Yes. we recommend fitting an underfelt kit, which we can provide. Note that these felt kits are designed not only to reduce heat and sound – but they were also essential to ensure the best fit and finish of the associated carpet pieces. Even if you have a modern-day version of heat and sound deadening kit already fitted – we strongly recommend ensuring you have a certain thickness of material underneath the carpets to ensure the best fit. See our Materials & Colours section for more information.

Are the carpet fixings included and pre-fitted to the carpets?

No. We can supply the correct carpet fixings for these cars – but these are sold separately. It is also worth noting that pre-inserted fixings are not recommend – it is a much better idea to insert these when you come to fit your carpets in your car, to ensure the best positioning and fitment.

Does this carpet kit include the materials for around the Rear Seats?

Yes. We include pre-cut materials for the Rear Shelf area where the Rear Seats are situated. This includes material that flows down to cover the Lower Bulkhead area, as well as materials to cover the body metalwork in the wheelarch areas, which was original for some models. Here at JSM we like to cover all bases with the kits we supply – and therefore we sometimes end up over-supplying meaning you may end up with more materials than you actually require, This gives you ultimate flexibility to pick and choose the desired finish.

Does this kit include the Carpet for the underdash parcel tray?

Yes. This carpet piece is included in the kit. Note that the pre-sewn material surround to re-cover the actual metal tray is not included in the Carpet Set. Please view the Parcel Tray Re-Trim Kit or the Trim Panel Kit for more options.