Bug: Nicest Headliner

Curious on Headliner opinion.

When restoring my 1960 bug, alot of items are viewed from an online
picture. It makes it hard to really know what you like best.

My 1960 bug currently has a headliner that was indentiacl to that in my
old 1971 Super Beetle. It's white perforated.. I don't really like it.

We may paint the bug (1960) Bright Red or Black.


I've seen old bugs with headliners that don't cover all the edges of
the roof. Like on the outer edges is metal that they tuck under, rather
than running right up next to the doors. I like them most, but don't
seen any for sale. I like the gray cloth ones etc..

I've fount Nappy Cotten, and also another type Velour.. then the Vynl
perforated..

What do you think is the nicest type of Headliner for a 1960?

I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
actually look good.

I had the black perforated in my 73 super, and thought it looked pretty
nice. To each his own, but I think the cloth looks and lasts cheaper.
The perf stuff breaths better, plus cleaning is pretty easy also. If
you are going black, I would recommend the perf. I got mine at
Motorworks, and it worked very nice. If you are doing yourself, then be
sure you get your glue and underpadding...

My $.02

Ben Watson
VOLKSWATSON
'63 Ghia

wrote:
> Curious on Headliner opinion.
>
> When restoring my 1960 bug, alot of items are viewed from an online
> picture. It makes it hard to really know what you like best.
>
> My 1960 bug currently has a headliner that was indentiacl to that in my
> old 1971 Super Beetle. It's white perforated.. I don't really like it.
>
> We may paint the bug (1960) Bright Red or Black.
>
>
> I've seen old bugs with headliners that don't cover all the edges of
> the roof. Like on the outer edges is metal that they tuck under, rather
> than running right up next to the doors. I like them most, but don't
> seen any for sale. I like the gray cloth ones etc..
>
> I've fount Nappy Cotten, and also another type Velour.. then the Vynl
> perforated..
>
> What do you think is the nicest type of Headliner for a 1960?
>
> I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
> actually look good.

My '66 has the crushed gray velour... it looks nice. But i would think the
vinyl ones would clean better. But for a special look I do like the velour
one better. Doesnt look as cheap.


dw






> wrote in message
ups.com...
> Curious on Headliner opinion.
>
> When restoring my 1960 bug, alot of items are viewed from an online
> picture. It makes it hard to really know what you like best.
>
> My 1960 bug currently has a headliner that was indentiacl to that in my
> old 1971 Super Beetle. It's white perforated.. I don't really like it.
>
> We may paint the bug (1960) Bright Red or Black.
>
>
> I've seen old bugs with headliners that don't cover all the edges of
> the roof. Like on the outer edges is metal that they tuck under, rather
> than running right up next to the doors. I like them most, but don't
> seen any for sale. I like the gray cloth ones etc..
>
> I've fount Nappy Cotten, and also another type Velour.. then the Vynl
> perforated..
>
> What do you think is the nicest type of Headliner for a 1960?
>
> I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
> actually look good.
>

Do you have any pics of the headliner? Does it cover the sides, and the
front, or does some metal show, and it tucks under the metal?


dragenwagen wrote:
> My '66 has the crushed gray velour... it looks nice. But i would think the
> vinyl ones would clean better. But for a special look I do like the velour
> one better. Doesnt look as cheap.
>
>
> dw
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > wrote in message
> ups.com...
> > Curious on Headliner opinion.
> >
> > When restoring my 1960 bug, alot of items are viewed from an online
> > picture. It makes it hard to really know what you like best.
> >
> > My 1960 bug currently has a headliner that was indentiacl to that in my
> > old 1971 Super Beetle. It's white perforated.. I don't really like it.
> >
> > We may paint the bug (1960) Bright Red or Black.
> >
> >
> > I've seen old bugs with headliners that don't cover all the edges of
> > the roof. Like on the outer edges is metal that they tuck under, rather
> > than running right up next to the doors. I like them most, but don't
> > seen any for sale. I like the gray cloth ones etc..
> >
> > I've fount Nappy Cotten, and also another type Velour.. then the Vynl
> > perforated..
> >
> > What do you think is the nicest type of Headliner for a 1960?
> >
> > I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
> > actually look good.
> >

I'll have to go and take some pics... now not that my '66 is in any "real
nice" condition right now.... after being under 4 feet of salt water from
Hurricane Katrina... It covers the sides, if I recall, but it doesnt go
under the window rubber in the front... Has metal showing in the front above
the windshield.

I'll post back after I take pics...

dw
> wrote in message
oups.com...
> Do you have any pics of the headliner? Does it cover the sides, and the
> front, or does some metal show, and it tucks under the metal?
>

Ok, went out and snapped a pic...

http://www.ramva.org/dragenwagen/pic.../headliner.jpg

dw


> wrote in message
oups.com...
> Do you have any pics of the headliner? Does it cover the sides, and the
> front, or does some metal show, and it tucks under the metal?
>

> I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
> actually look good.

Personal choice. Install the headliner correctly and even an
inexpensive one can look good. If you have not done this before there
is a very good Cal Pacific instructional video. Included if you
purchase their headliner, for sale by itself if you don't.

I have had good luck installing aluminum sided bubble wrap to the
inside of the roof (before the headliner). It helps keep down the
noise and makes the interior noticably more comfortable in the summer
months.

I had to reinstall my headliner it wasn't that complicated at all just
have to get hoops spaced properly. One thing, if you are removing
headliner and there is no insulation, put it in. It's easy and makes a
world of difference. Totaly worth it, so much quiter inside.

I used cutpile/foil sandwich insulation material from summit racing

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/akokarski/album?.dir=ad23

Regards,
Anton

DinnerAtMoes wrote:
> > I like the idea of a gray or black.. just don't know what would
> > actually look good.
>
> Personal choice. Install the headliner correctly and even an
> inexpensive one can look good. If you have not done this before there
> is a very good Cal Pacific instructional video. Included if you
> purchase their headliner, for sale by itself if you don't.
>
> I have had good luck installing aluminum sided bubble wrap to the
> inside of the roof (before the headliner). It helps keep down the
> noise and makes the interior noticably more comfortable in the summer
> months.

......

> I've seen old bugs with headliners that don't cover all the edges of
> the roof. Like on the outer edges is metal that they tuck under, rather
> than running right up next to the doors. I like them most, but don't
> seen any for sale. I like the gray cloth ones etc..

If you can't find the small ones isn't it possible to just use the parts you
need from the bigger headliner?? Just an idea, never done it myself.

> I've fount Nappy Cotten, and also another type Velour.. then the Vynl
> perforated..

AFAIK the cotton/cloth ones are pre '57. ie oval and split.
But that might be only euro specs.

Roger
.....

Thanks, that looks great!!

dragenwagen wrote:
> Ok, went out and snapped a pic...
>
> http://www.ramva.org/dragenwagen/pic.../headliner.jpg
>
> dw
>
>
> > wrote in message
> oups.com...
> > Do you have any pics of the headliner? Does it cover the sides, and the
> > front, or does some metal show, and it tucks under the metal?
> >