It happened :( Buddy got in car with a screwdriver in pocket and BAM!

teddyca · 02-28-2023, 10:41 AM

Needless to say I'm disappointed. A few years back I was able to order covers for my C7 and turn my Sport seats into Competiton seats. The fact my Camaro is a FIFTY with the one year interior I fear I might be screwed. It is very minor and an interior shop can likely repair and it doesnt have to be perfect, but I just don't want it getting bigger. Anyone have an idea if replacement covers are available?

darkfader · 02-28-2023, 06:30 PM

I’d be traumatized. Sorry I don’t have any advice for the repair, but you have my condolences.

s346k · 02-28-2023, 06:32 PM

totaled

2SS Capt · 02-28-2023, 06:35 PM

Time for a new buddy...

jamala00 · 02-28-2023, 06:38 PM

I have no other advice then contacting GM for a seat cover replacement. Also, make your friend pay for it.

Jus Cruisin · 02-28-2023, 06:38 PM

If there's a custom automotive interior shop close by, they might be able to just replace the damaged panel. At least find out if there's a cost savings. Otherwise, order a new cover from your dealership. I would find an interior shop to swap it out. Dealers don't generally have anyone with those skills.

Rock-It Man · 02-28-2023, 06:48 PM

I punched a hole in a favorite leather jacket by leaning against the edge of a latch in a folding conference room partition. The damage was similar in size to the one in your photo.

After much research, I fixed it with Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive.

I carefully applied the adhesive to both sides of the tear with a toothpick and joined the surfaces. I covered the repair with painter's tape and left it alone for 24 hours. Five plus years later, the repair is intact and barely visible, even though I wear the jacket almost daily, rain or shine.

Good luck.

JTS · 02-28-2023, 07:21 PM

Sorry but that's irresponsible , apparently he's not a car guy , becauseI never carry anything in my back pockets, but before I sit in a car I still check my pockets, being a car guy . I'm sure a qualified upholster can take the seat apart and fix it . That friend would be covering the cost , or he be walking the plank.

95 imp · 02-28-2023, 07:46 PM

I woulda stuck a screwdriver in him....

DaveC113 · 02-28-2023, 07:56 PM

Flay your friend and reupholster with his "leather".

Casper the friendly G · 02-28-2023, 11:51 PM

Who the hell walks around with a screw driver in their back pocket? An accident waiting to happen.

Casper the friendly G · 02-28-2023, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95 imp

I woulda stuck a screwdriver in him....

🪛

Casper the friendly G · 02-28-2023, 11:58 PM

Should be as good as new.

Boostgod · 03-01-2023, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveC113

Flay your friend and reupholster with his "leather".

02-28-2023, 10:41 AM	#1
teddyca Drives: Blown C7 and 6th gen Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NorCal Posts: 410	It happened :( Buddy got in car with a screwdriver in pocket and BAM! Needless to say I'm disappointed. A few years back I was able to order covers for my C7 and turn my Sport seats into Competiton seats. The fact my Camaro is a FIFTY with the one year interior I fear I might be screwed. It is very minor and an interior shop can likely repair and it doesnt have to be perfect, but I just don't want it getting bigger. Anyone have an idea if replacement covers are available? Attached Images __________________ 14 Corvette Z51 Coupe - 655RWHP A&A Ti Blower, Alky Control Meth kit, Kooks LT setup, Corsa Catback, Full APR CF kit, RK Sports CF hood, hell CF everything LOL 17 Camaro 2SS 50th edition. TOTALED 6/2019 K&N Intake, MRBP axleback, Eibach kit, 20" Z28 wheels, smoked lights all the way around, Rockford Fosgate system 17 Camaro 2SS 50th edition. Round 2- 8/2019 550/600 RWHP, Magnuson TVS2300, Rotofab Intake, Corsa Xtreme, Air Lift P3 System, 20" Stance SF-07, smoked lights all the way around, Rockford Fosgate system.

02-28-2023, 06:30 PM	#2
darkfader Drives: Jeep Wrangler Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Davis, WV Posts: 78	I’d be traumatized. Sorry I don’t have any advice for the repair, but you have my condolences. __________________ 2023 Sharkskin Metallic 2SS 1LE 6MT ORDERED: 7/26/22 - 1100 ACCEPTED: 11/07/22 - 2000 UPDATE: 11/15/22 - 3100, TPW - 11/28/22 PRODUCED: 12/7/22 - 3800, No ETA DELIVERED TO DEALER: 1/24/23 - 5000 DELIVERED TO OWNER: 2/18/2023

02-28-2023, 06:32 PM	#3
s346k Drives: like an old lady Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: indiana Posts: 2,396	totaled __________________ 2016+ camaro: everyone’s first car

02-28-2023, 06:35 PM	#4
2SS Capt 2020 Shadow Gray 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, CAI Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,032	Time for a new buddy... __________________ 2020 SGM 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, Red Calipers, Black Camaro Fender Badge, Footwell Lighting *Added after delivery:* - GMP CAI, GMP Black Strut Tower Brace, MRR017 1LE Wheels, SS Armrest, Black Fuel Door, Stainless Sport Pedals, SS Wheel Caps, Black Lugs/Locks, GM Splash Guards, DD Smoked LED Markers, Smoked Rear Reflectors, Mishimoto Catch Can, Xpel PPF - Full Front, SunTek 35% Tint, CeramicPro coating, RST Stainless Brake Lines, Castrol SRF, MSD Super Conductor Wires *Left: My "fun" ride. Right: My "work" ride: a Gulfstream G600. One's top speed is 180 Mph, the other, 620 Mph...*

02-28-2023, 06:38 PM	#5
jamala00 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic Join Date: May 2020 Location: WI Posts: 2,451	I have no other advice then contacting GM for a seat cover replacement. Also, make your friend pay for it. Last edited by jamala00; 03-01-2023 at 05:35 AM.

02-28-2023, 06:38 PM	#6
Jus Cruisin Old Gearhead Drives: 2023 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: MI Posts: 546	If there's a custom automotive interior shop close by, they might be able to just replace the damaged panel. At least find out if there's a cost savings. Otherwise, order a new cover from your dealership. I would find an interior shop to swap it out. Dealers don't generally have anyone with those skills. __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 convertible - black - SOLD 2023 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate - black

02-28-2023, 06:48 PM	#7
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	I punched a hole in a favorite leather jacket by leaning against the edge of a latch in a folding conference room partition. The damage was similar in size to the one in your photo. After much research, I fixed it with Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive. I carefully applied the adhesive to both sides of the tear with a toothpick and joined the surfaces. I covered the repair with painter's tape and left it alone for 24 hours. Five plus years later, the repair is intact and barely visible, even though I wear the jacket almost daily, rain or shine. Good luck.

02-28-2023, 07:21 PM	#8
JTS Drives: 2023 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Az Posts: 624	Sorry but that's irresponsible , apparently he's not a car guy , becauseI never carry anything in my back pockets, but before I sit in a car I still check my pockets, being a car guy . I'm sure a qualified upholster can take the seat apart and fix it . That friend would be covering the cost , or he be walking the plank. __________________ 2023 ZL1 A10 Shadow Gray Metallic

02-28-2023, 07:46 PM	#9
95 imp Dumb Ass Deluxe Drives: A Tricked Out Mountain Bike Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,959	I woulda stuck a screwdriver in him.... __________________

02-28-2023, 07:56 PM	#10
DaveC113 Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Front Range, CO Posts: 1,868	Flay your friend and reupholster with his "leather". __________________

02-28-2023, 11:51 PM	#11
Casper the friendly G Account Suspended Drives: 17' Chevy Kamaro SS 6 speed Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: US Posts: 337	Who the hell walks around with a screw driver in their back pocket? An accident waiting to happen.

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