08 Defender canvas seat covers

[dmdigital]

Been trying to get canvas seat covers for the new Defender. Black Duck aren't going to make them. Haven't heard back from others - Candy Canvas, Takala, Dingo.

I seem to recall someone mentioning Michelle's Sacs, but can't find a contact for them. Does anybody know where they are based?

Still to try Exmoor trim, but I thought with seat covers I'd start local.

Is there anyone else I can try?

[Craig]

I got a set from Dolium in Perth. Dolium PTY Ltd (http://www.dolium.com.au/view/page/120/cat/Cotton_Canvas.html)

They come in grey or biege (I got grey) and they fit good and look great. they are heavy duty cotton, not canvas, but they seem pretty good. I cant remeber the cost, but I seem to recall about $800 or so for front and rear, which makes them a bit cheaper then $1200 for a full set of Michelles Sacs, and you get head rest covers included.

cheers

Craig

[dullbird]

derek we contacted a company in south africa several times

they do really nice seat covers for the new 110 but pricey:eek: $1200 for the set

but they are the really nice posh ones:)

haven't heard back from them since, but when ian gets back from the states i will get him to call them

[dmdigital]

I think they might be the ones I just e-mailed: Mevill and Moon. Exmoor trim sell on their website for GBP310.50 for the 5 seats (about AU$670).

[dullbird]

I think they might be the ones I just e-mailed:
Mevill and Moon. Exmoor trim sell on their website for GBP310.50 for the 5 seats (about AU$670).


yep they are the ones there comms are nothing to be desired thats for sure, if you do get any corrospondance let me know

[one_iota]

Only up to 06 at this site:

4WD Seat Covers - Canvas, Cotton - Buy Online (http://www.4x4store.com.au/Seat-Covers-c-3128.html)



:)

[dmdigital]

Dolium PTY Ltd (http://www.dolium.com.au/view/page/120/cat/Cotton_Canvas.html) It would appear are selling the Escape Gear (http://www.escapegear.co.za/) seat covers which look very similar to the Melvill and Moon ones. I think I'll be giving them a call next week and see how much etc. The Dolium web sites a little ordinary and I'm only assuming this is what they stock for the Puma!

[Narangga]

Darwin Motor Trimmers - even gives an excuse for a trip out :D

[dullbird]

nice work derek i have forwarded this on to ian give him something to do while he is in the states:D

[dmdigital]

Darwin Motor Trimmers - even gives an excuse for a trip out :D
They made the sheep skin ones on my D2 and they weren't what I'd call "the best job I've seen".


nice work derek i have forwarded this on to ian give him something to do while he is in the states:D
Hope he's buying you camera gear whilst he's over there!

[dullbird]

i have just sent them an email too

$850 is a bloody good price consdiering some of the price quotes we have had

[dmdigital]

i have just sent them an email too

$850 is a bloody good price consdiering some of the price quotes we have had

I thought it was $890:confused:

Anyway I'll e-mail them too and see what they say shipping is. The Melvill & Moon look a little better (in the photos) and the Exmoor Trim price on them is about AU$670 + shipping. Let me know what you hear back and I'll keep you posted too.

[Narangga]

They made the sheep skin ones on my D2 and they weren't what I'd call "the best job I've seen".


Didn't know they did them. Must admit haven't seen any of theirs for a few years but their canvas one's for work utes used to be OK.

[dullbird]

I thought it was $890:confused:

Anyway I'll e-mail them too and see what they say shipping is.
The Melvill & Moon look a little better (in the photos) and the Exmoor Trim price on them is about AU$670 + shipping. Let me know what you hear back and I'll keep you posted too.

yeh sorry it was 890 i dont know why i put 850 rounding down i suppose..

do you think that might be becasue they just have escape gear on them? as they look the same to me

[GRIFF]

Try this company, this quote was about 6 mouth ago
The Bucket Seats are $95 each including GST and the Rear Bench is $135 including GST.
Tim Harkness
Candy Canvas
PO Box 188
Tintinara SA
Freecall: 1800 810 441
Fax: 08 8757 2286
Node Ph: 087 127 1569
Candy Canvas :: Home (http://www.candycanvas.com.au)

[dmdigital]

I e-mailed Candy Canvas a week ago, but no reply as yet.

[dmdigital]

do you think that might be becasue they just have escape gear on them? as they look the same to me

No I suspect they are different and one is a copy of the other. Escape Gear (http://www.escapegear.co.za) is their website. The seat cover backs don't appear to have the zip pocket of the M&M's

[Rugrat]

No I suspect they are different and one is a copy of the other. Escape Gear (http://www.escapegear.co.za) is their website. The seat cover backs don't appear to have the zip pocket of the M&M's

Yep they are different - They currently only have a full set of Tan ones in stock $890. But will be ordering for (airfreight) more at the end of this week.
So if you want some sooner (3 months before the next order) get hold of them before Friday (08) 93621744. I've order the grey as SWMBO tells me to :(

I dont need the zips or rear pockets of the M&M's as the kids stuff their crap in those hangover holders with pockets - so there is no access to us grown ups.

[dmdigital]

Yeah I rang Dolium yesterday and they told me the grey was out of stock. M&M price through Exmoor Trim is very good, so I'll see how it pans out.

[JamesH]

I have the best seat covers known to man or woman. A mate got some heavy duty canvas; took patterns from the seats and sewed 'em up on his industrial sewing machine. Voila. They fit like a pair Lobbs shoes (http://www.johnlobb.co.uk/). he is a genius with canvas.

Anyway my point is we are all two degrees of seperation from knowing somebody like that. Defender seats come out with a spanner and a handy canvas sewer can sort you out quicksmart

[dmdigital]

Just to finish this off. Myself and one other from the forum have ordered Melvill and Moon (http://www.exmoortrim.co.uk/images/mandm.pdf) seat covers through Exmoor Trim.

Will post up pic's once they arrive and are fitted.

[Michelle]

Been trying to get canvas seat covers for the new Defender. Black Duck aren't going to make them. Haven't heard back from others - Candy Canvas, Takala, Dingo.

I seem to recall someone mentioning Michelle's Sacs, but can't find a contact for them. Does anybody know where they are based?

Still to try Exmoor trim, but I thought with seat covers I'd start local.

Is there anyone else I can try?

MSA Products, previously Michelle's Sacs make fantastic seat covers.

[Scallops]

MSA Products, previously Michelle's Sacs make fantastic seat covers.

Michelle actually came to our house and took the design off Grover's seats to make the new 07 Defender seat covers - they are a beautifully crafted product - I doubt you can buy better.

[dullbird]

Michelle actually came to our house and took the design off Grover's seats to make the new 07 Defender seat covers - they are a beautifully crafted product - I doubt you can buy better.

I dont know pretty bloody happy with melvin and moon......bet they cost less too;)

[Scallops]

I dont know pretty bloody happy with melvin and moon......bet they cost less too;)

I can't exactly remember the price but I think they were about $450.00 - so cheaper than the M&M's?

They are also cotton lined - this prevents rub on the seat fabric which over a long period of time can cause wear. But most importantly, they have a southern cross stitched in them - they're Australian. :cool:

[dullbird]

I can't exactly remember the price but I think
they were about $450.00 - so cheaper than the M&M's?

They are also cotton lined - this prevents rub on the seat fabric which over a long period of time can cause wear. But most importantly, they have a southern cross stitched in them - they're Australian. :cool:

ok a lot less than we were quoted......for the full set we were quote just a smidge over a thousand bux;).

[dmdigital]

ok a lot less than we were quoted......for the full set we were quote just a smidge over a thousand bux;).

And I'll add to that and say I was quoted a smidge under $1200 from MSA for front and rear + 5 head rests.

Nothing against the product, they also look good. Two things for MSA or other seat cover places if they read these posts:

1) Why do rear seat covers cost more in Australia than front ones when its the other ways round overseas:confused:
2) I'm buying seat covers, seats include head rests, so why should I have to pay an extortionate amount more for the head rest covers in addition to the seat covers:confused: