Alcantara interior

09cbb · 12-18-2011, 05:07 PM

I just finished my Alcantara interior project. I covered the headliners, both A-pillars and the top window frame (where the interior lights are). Also, the radio fascia now got a nice Alcantara wrap.

I used genuine Alcantara Pannel (without the back padding). The stuff isn't cheap ($100/yard) and hard to work with, but once its on it looks damn nice.

My plan was to wrap the door compartment as well but didn't want to take apart the whole panel.

I am however looking for more parts to wrap.

Pictures to follow...

Jayda · 12-18-2011, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 09cbb

I just finished my Alcantara interior project. I covered the headliners, both A-pillars and the top window frame (where the interior lights are). Also, the radio fascia now got a nice Alcantara wrap.

I used genuine Alcantara Pannel (without the back padding). The stuff isn't cheap ($100/yard) and hard to work with, but once its on it looks damn nice.

My plan was to wrap the door compartment as well but didn't want to take apart the whole panel.

I am however looking for more parts to wrap.

Pictures to follow...

Pictures please! You must be pretty crafty to attempt this yourself (I certainly couldn't)!

09cbb · 12-18-2011, 07:27 PM

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Pictures please! You must be pretty crafty to attempt this yourself (I certainly couldn't)!

The trick is correctly aligning the fabric (it stretches only in one direction) and the right adhesive. I used Dap Weldwood contact cement and it works perfectly!

09cbb · 12-30-2011, 05:18 PM

Here are some pictures. The headliners, A-pillar covers, upper window frame, radio fascia, plastic hard top cover lid, the little flaps and the front part of the roll bar covers are wrapped in Alcantara. The back part of the roll bar covers is wrapped in carbon fiber.

I took the pictures with my cell phone, so the quality is not great.

DavidJS · 12-30-2011, 08:46 PM

There's more than a "trick" here! Nice job, 09cbb!

ManiacGT · 12-31-2011, 03:22 AM

That is very very nice. I'd be concerned about water marks given where you've wrapped but it does look great. I particularly like the rear deck in black alcantara.

Jayda · 12-31-2011, 06:40 AM

Yes, awesome job. You are talented!

09cbb · 12-31-2011, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ManiacGT

That is very very nice. I'd be concerned about water marks given where you've wrapped but it does look great. I particularly like the rear deck in black alcantara.

I did quite a bit of testing and Alcantara is an amazing material. Easy to clean, UV resistant and durable. I had some water stains on one piece from my steamer that I used to stretch the material. Just used a wet cloth and it cam right off.

Dr Stig 2 · 12-31-2011, 06:15 PM

+1 rear deck!

09cbb · 02-03-2012, 09:30 PM

More Alcantara. By now all plastic trim pieces are covered in 9040 Alcantara, including rear lateral panels and roll bar covers. Next up is re-doing the headliner in Alcantara. I am thinking using 1/8" scrim and sewing a diamond pattern with grey/silver thread. Finally, the lower part of the door trim will be covered the same way with the storage flap wrapped plain and simply.

Maverick78 · 02-04-2012, 08:34 PM

Great meticulous job! But it would drive me mad with the slight shading u get from rubbing it the opposite direction hehe. I would be constantly smoothing it out.

Well done again.

Jayda · 02-04-2012, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Maverick78

Great meticulous job! But it would drive me mad with the slight shading u get from rubbing it the opposite direction hehe. I would be constantly smoothing it out.

Well done again.

Yes, it is kind of like carpet that shows footsteps......which led me eventually to all hardwood flooring!

CeEl · 02-05-2012, 08:48 AM

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Yes, it is kind of like carpet that shows footsteps......which led me eventually to all hardwood flooring!

Really? You got to show us a picture of your Z4 with hardwood flooring ...

ManiacGT · 04-07-2012, 01:30 PM

I still visit this thread from time to time and wish you were based in my country because id pay you good money to do this to mine..

Desmo85 · 04-09-2012, 03:45 PM

I wonder if this extra "weight" would help getting rid of the rattling noises from the rear deck....Awesome job, looks very good!

Torn · 04-09-2012, 11:55 PM

Fantastic job!

ZheHbKa · 04-10-2012, 06:51 AM

nice work!

lux good · 04-11-2012, 02:50 AM

Sorry I don't like it, and get your car washed!

Land_Shark · 04-11-2012, 03:28 AM

I am wondering how you will maintain that Alcantara clean if you drive a lot with the top down... But that aside, it looks pretty cool :-)

09cbb · 04-11-2012, 09:59 AM

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Sorry I don't like it, and get your car washed!

You don't have to!

lux good · 04-11-2012, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 09cbb

You don't have to!

Good job really as it looks like a pile of crap IMHO (you asked!!)

Htuork · 04-13-2012, 09:41 PM

This is a little off topic, but your sun visors look to be leather. Does this come with the extended leather package or did you do that yourself?

12-18-2011, 05:07 PM	#1
09cbb Private 31 Rep 83 Posts Drives: Z4 sdrive35i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	Alcantara interior I just finished my Alcantara interior project. I covered the headliners, both A-pillars and the top window frame (where the interior lights are). Also, the radio fascia now got a nice Alcantara wrap. I used genuine Alcantara Pannel (without the back padding). The stuff isn't cheap ($100/yard) and hard to work with, but once its on it looks damn nice. My plan was to wrap the door compartment as well but didn't want to take apart the whole panel. I am however looking for more parts to wrap. Pictures to follow...
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09cbb Private 31 Rep 83 Posts Drives: Z4 sdrive35i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	Here are some pictures. The headliners, A-pillar covers, upper window frame, radio fascia, plastic hard top cover lid, the little flaps and the front part of the roll bar covers are wrapped in Alcantara. The back part of the roll bar covers is wrapped in carbon fiber. I took the pictures with my cell phone, so the quality is not great. Attached Images __________________ 2024 BMW M2 2022 BMW i4 M50 2011 BMW Z4 sdrive 35i \| ESS Stage 2
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ManiacGT Major 85 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: Z4 sDrive 35i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Manchester, UK iTrader: (0)	That is very very nice. I'd be concerned about water marks given where you've wrapped but it does look great. I particularly like the rear deck in black alcantara.
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09cbb Private 31 Rep 83 Posts Drives: Z4 sdrive35i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	More Alcantara. By now all plastic trim pieces are covered in 9040 Alcantara, including rear lateral panels and roll bar covers. Next up is re-doing the headliner in Alcantara. I am thinking using 1/8" scrim and sewing a diamond pattern with grey/silver thread. Finally, the lower part of the door trim will be covered the same way with the storage flap wrapped plain and simply. Attached Images __________________ 2024 BMW M2 2022 BMW i4 M50 2011 BMW Z4 sdrive 35i \| ESS Stage 2
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Maverick78 Z4 Newbie 0 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW Z4 2.3idrive Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belfast iTrader: (0)	Great meticulous job! But it would drive me mad with the slight shading u get from rubbing it the opposite direction hehe. I would be constantly smoothing it out. Well done again.
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Desmo85 First Lieutenant 81 Rep 329 Posts Drives: E60 / E87 / E89 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: SoBe iTrader: (0)	I wonder if this extra "weight" would help getting rid of the rattling noises from the rear deck....Awesome job, looks very good!
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