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Technical => 939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) => Topic started by: Maltalfisti on April 22, 2020, 12:13:39 PM

Title: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: Maltalfisti on April 22, 2020, 12:13:39 PM
I'd like to find a dash mat for my Alfa 159.

Has anyone else got one? Any places to recommend that stock them?

I've seen one or two in research, but ideally want something that blends into the environment (if you know what I mean) and looks neat. Black, I guess.

What are the Shevron dash mats like? Any good?
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: bonno on April 22, 2020, 12:38:05 PM
Refer to the following links of AUS suppliers of Dash mats for  Alfa Romeo 159 RHD (Black in colour)
https://customcarmats.com.au/products/5164-dash-mat-suits-alfa-romeo-159-sedan-2004-2011?variant=18285438566489
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-Dashmat-for-ALFA-ROMEO-159-1-2005-6-2011-Dash-Mat-DM1228-/142489740272
https://www.fitmycar.com/au/search-product-list/alfa%20romeo/159/sedan/2004-2011
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: GTV6SA on April 22, 2020, 02:19:05 PM
Fit my car has them , I have used theirs as well as floor mats and boot liners
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: Domenic on April 22, 2020, 03:09:01 PM
Italian Automotive Spares has them
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: kaleuclint on April 23, 2020, 05:06:19 PM
Dash mats in Ti??  What next -- a sun visor??  Or a vinyl roof?? ;)

Is the dash cracked already or are you just protecting against a future occurrence?
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: Maltalfisti on April 24, 2020, 12:02:40 AM
Quote from: kaleuclint on April 23, 2020, 05:06:19 PM
Dash mats in Ti??  What next -- a sun visor??  Or a vinyl roof?? ;)

Is the dash cracked already or are you just protecting against a future occurrence?
Hah, yes just against future occurrence. I plan on keeping the beast for a long time yet (will it out-live the old Saab, I wonder...)!
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: kaleuclint on April 24, 2020, 07:16:54 PM
FWIW my 159ti doesn't see the inside of a garage.  Dash not a problem.

I've had more issues with Mercedes material quality than Alfa, though I do need a seat panel retrimmed.

I figure my Saab would still be going if I'd kept it, but whilst they don't die the cost of maintaining them escalates out of all proportion to their value.  Still cheaper than buying another car though if that's your economic model.  As for 'proper' (pre-GM) Saabs, in a few centuries from now the cockroaches ruling the planet will drive them.
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: Winno on May 31, 2020, 02:08:52 PM
I made my own with thick automotive carpet.
I wet it and stretched it when in situ and after it dried, I cut it (in situ) to shape.
Cuts down on glare/reflection on the windshield and stops sound reflection (for my audio system).
Title: Re: 159 Ti Dash Mats: Suggestions?
Post by: Maltalfisti on June 01, 2020, 09:05:58 PM
FYI I ordered the Shevron.

Fits beautifully, although the top dash air vent hole is slightly larger but that's okay.

You've just got to affix with some supplied velcro underneath, if you go plan on flinging yourself around corners and taking off in a hurry...  ;)