My New '68 Camaro Z/28 Butternut Yellow

[Steve Shauger]

Buddy do you mean Bob Sellers?

[dannystarr]

Well, now that I read back over my comments, I guess I over did it. I was half joking, but I think it crossed over too far to the other side. I guess I should have put a couple smiley faces after that last comment..    That wasn't fair. I don't have any idea who even owns the company. How the heck could they take action if they don't even know what happened. I emailed Bob Sellers and asked him to read this thread. Again, up at 5am, out of cell range until late tonight. Same all week. I wasn't joking when I said I don't have time to call. We will see what happens.. And of course, I apologize, just a little frustrated.
 Let me also say the couple that were doing the delivery, did NOT leave me stranded. I told them to go a ahead and head out. Just wanted to make that clear. They made plenty of effort to help... 

 I don't have pictures yet, as I am not with the car until the weekend. However, I think we all know by now I am some what of a picture taker if there ever was one... And when I get a chance, I will surely get some great close-ups.   Danny

[bcmiller]

Danny, just from my experience.  A phone call is at least 100 times better than an email or something written in a thread.  Have had some misunderstandings in the past with the way things are written.  Talking on the phone is much better, and talking in person is even better than that.  "Just sayin'."   Good luck.       

[BSMIT59]

In this modern technology world it seems too many people don't realize the value or satisfaction of a good "old fashioned" conversation. From dealing in the corporate world for 40 years , I have realized great satisfaction in remembering being taught this value by both my Parents and still truly appreciate it today. Besides, half of a good conversation is being able to look that person in the eyes and watch the expressions and body language to understand how they are receiving what you are saying.  IMO

[dannystarr]

I get it, face to face is always the best. But I have no way of doing that.. So started with an email.. No response as of yet. Had my girlfriend check my emails this morning. So it looks like I will have time late afternoon Friday. If I get a chance, I'll call Bob S. and see if we can connect. Also going to try to get some pictures over the weekend.... D

[dannystarr]

Message left, pictures of damage sent today at 4pm. We will see what happens..D

[dannystarr]

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[BULLITT65]

good pics. I hope the best for your situation, and you have a lot better chance now of them doing something, than you did before....

[x77-69z28]

Buddy do you mean Bob Sellers?

brain fart! Thanks Steve. Thinking about Camaro Specialties!

[69Z28-RS]

What is your hope/goal for repairing that damage?  I wouldn't think you'd want to replace your original with a repro.. and finding a better original one is likely impossible.   That said, I'd be looking for a product, or a repair service, that can repair the small tears in the vinyl...  I doubt it will cost very much to do that...

[dannystarr]

I don't know what the plan is yet. I wouldn't install a repro. I GUESS if it can be repaired I would try that... However there is a lot to consider. Not just how the repair will turn out. But after living here 48 years, I see no place local for the repair. So that means my time finding a place via the internet and several phone calls to try to make it happen, locking out an appt. day to get the car to the location.. I can see it already...That's hours and hours of my time...   D

[69Z28-RS]

It is just vinyl repair...  there are fellas who visit used car lots doing such repairs on seats, etc for dealers...  These minor repairs to your door panel would seem to be a very simple and easy job compared to doing a rip/tear in a seat..?   

[JD-Camaro]

Buff it up and drive it. KEEP the GF.

This! 

[dannystarr]

Bob Sellers just called me.. He got pulled away for several days. I don't wanna say what happened, but it is devastating to say the least! So he is trying to catch up from it all and is back in the office for just a day. My stupid door panel pales in comparison. I almost wish I never brought it up. That aside..
 He remembers two guys that moved my car a car length or so to get that big truck and trailer out. You know it's much easier to push a car from the left front post with the window down. Bob didn't pay a lot of attention, but I bet that is what happened. His drivers wear no jewelry of any kind. Bob has offered to pay for the repair either way. So I will look into a dealership repair guy and see what we can do. I may just split it with him or let it go. I know this has nothing to do with his personal issue, but I cried while talking with him..     But anyway, that's the update.. Danny

[joesauer]

Danny,
In the SF Bay area (where you live) there's a mobile upholstery repair guy that can fix your door panels.  Try Kollias Auto Care...Nick at 510-220-0969 or Tony at 510-386-0820.  These guys make the rounds of new and used car dealers, repairing small cracks, cuts, etc. in vinyl, leather, & cloth.  Used them several times in my classics, most recently to repair the door panel on my '68 SS.  Work is perfect....can't tell where the repair was done.

joe