Sample books for automotive interiors

Compiled by Juli Case

Where can I get Detroit car books? I’m looking to buy a collection.

Companies that do automotive upholstery are familiar with Detroit Car Books; they’re sample books that show the fabrics used in OEM automotive interiors for a particular year. You can purchase them through suppliers that specialize in automotive fabrics. For example, we found them at Detroit Body Products. If you’re looking for a whole collection of them, though, your best bet is to look for listings of automotive upholstery shops that are closing and may have them to sell; publications such as the Upholstery Journal or the Upholsterer would be helpful for that. Another option is to keep an eye on online auction sites such as eBay.

SOURCE Detroit Body Products

SOURCE Upholstery Journal

SOURCE Upholster!

Juli Case is IFAI’s information and technical services manager.