1975 tan interior - worth saving? Options

[gord]

I’m restoring a 1975 that came with this tan interior, which appears to be original.

I’d like to make things as period-correct as possible — any thoughts on how to handle these door panels? The speakers definitely do not look factory. Is it worth preserving the original material, or better to reupholster without the speaker holes?

Also, any thoughts on the torn seat vinyl? Better to patch/stitch or is matching new material available?

Finally, any advice about repairing or replacing the cracked door pocket?

Thanks,
Gord

[Mark Henry]

See what they say, this should let Mark know you have a question. Might take him a day or so to reply.
@mikey914

[Mikey914]

See what they say, this should let Mark know you have a question. Might take him a day or so to reply.
@mikey914

Yes been a bit busy at the "day" job, but let me answer the question and provide a little info.
We have found that the tan has about 4 different variations. Originally we thought that they are all from different interiors. What you see here is a prime example of this. Different textures reflect the light differently, I'm sure dye lots also may be to blame. That and over time they have aged differently.
One of the reasons we are showing out of stock is that we have found dye lots do vary. If I sell a set of door panels, seats w/ bolsters and 3 pc back pad you would see something like you have here if they were made at different times. We now do these to order to assure that they all come from the same dye lot.

To answer the question on how close we are, I'd have to say I can get close, so matching exactly is difficult in that the color appears to change a little from the smooth when we stamp the pattern onto vinyl. I can see if I have some samples I can post up a pic on.
Mark