C5 1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvette Lower Dash Reupholstery Kit
This product is handmade in Europe and can take up to eight weeks to arrive. No returns or exchanges accepted.
What This Is
Custom-sewn leather covers that you glue onto your existing 1997-2004 Corvette lower dash panels: the driver's knee bolster and the glovebox door. They do not include dash parts.
What's Included
- Included: 2 pieces: driver's knee bolster (kick panel) and glovebox door.
- Not included: dash panels, adhesive, epoxy, or tools.
Before You Order
- Fits 1997-2004 Corvette.
- It's made to order, so it can take up to 8 weeks to arrive and can't be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your year, fitment, and colors before ordering.
- International shipping: every piece ships from Poland, so a $15 international shipping charge applies to each item at checkout.
Installation
Difficulty: Advanced | Tools: Torx T15 driver, 10mm socket, 7mm nut driver, 1/8" punch, small screwdrivers, contact adhesive, epoxy, clamps
Both panels come out of the car and get stripped, wrapped and re-epoxied. This is a full-day project; an upholstery shop can do it if you prefer.
▼ Click to Open / Close Step-by-Step Installation Guide (13 Steps)
Step 1. Remove the center console first (see the C5 e-brake boot guide), plus the shift boot, knob and radio bezel.
Step 2. Remove the interior air temp sensor. Pry out the fog lamp/hatch release panel and unplug it.
Step 3. Remove the T15 Torx screw behind the hatch release and the two under the knee bolster.
Step 4. Pull each side of the knee bolster down and rearward to release its locking tabs, and take it to a bench.
Step 5. Note how the top trim piece is heat-welded to the panel, then carefully pry the two apart without breaking the steering column collar.
Step 6. Remove the staples and peel the vinyl off (a hair dryer helps). Clean off the old glue and smooth the surface.
Step 7. Center the leather over the panel, fold back one half, brush on a 2-3" strip of adhesive, and smooth it down. Repeat on the other half, then work outward to the ends. Let it dry.
Step 8. Cut small V's in the edges, glue them to the underside, then epoxy the trim piece back on, clamp overnight (pad the clamps), and reinstall.
Step 9. Glovebox: disconnect the negative battery terminal (so the airbag can't deploy), empty the glovebox, and unplug the airbag switch and glovebox light.
Step 10. Remove the two rubber stops inside the door and squeeze the door sides inward so it opens wider.
Step 11. Remove the two covers on the door, the two 10mm nuts behind it, and the three 7mm screws, then slide the glovebox out.
Step 12. On the bench, remove the lock, tap out the hinge pins (they go out toward the outside), and carefully pry the heat-welded lid halves apart.
Step 13. Remove the staples and vinyl, smooth the lid and its mating surface, then wrap it in leather the same way as the knee bolster and epoxy it back together.
Leather care: apply a leather conditioner with UV protection every 4-6 weeks to keep it from drying out and cracking.
Options & Pricing
Choose your material, colors, and stitching color in the options above. Add-on prices are added in the cart.
Material
- Regular Leather
- Perforated Leather
- Nappa Leather +$30
- Genuine Alcantara +$50
- Faux Alcantara
- Carbon Fiber Vinyl
Two-tone: choose a second color in the options above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my personal information kept private? Is it safe to use my credit card?
A: Yes, your personal information is kept private and it is safe to use your credit card.
Q: How much will shipping cost?
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Q: How do I track my order?
A: Once your order ships, you will receive a tracking notification via email.
Q: Can someone outside of the United States place an order?
A: Yes, we are happy to provide worldwide service for our customers. Your shipping charges will be calculated during the checkout process. Customs and duty fees are the responsibility of the buyer.