Fender spats

[Merv and Sharon]

Just spoke with my motor trimmer guy and he is going to make up some spats in a tough but flexible vinyl that is matched to the car body colour. Low key appearance wanted. Also, he suggested that it can use the same fitting points (i.e., 'lift-a-dot' fasteners) as the tonneau and hood (if fitted). As it is likely that the spat and tonneau are fitted at the same time, the corner 'lift-a-dot's ' can be the double (height) ones to take both. The spats will protect a greater area of the fender than most of the chrome/SS plates as far as I can see. I plan on using the 3M adhesive material (polycarbonate?) along the bottom sills where they are easier to fit.

Merv

[400TT]

I was really pleased with the leather splats. If you are going for a classic/vintage look, then they are a great alternative.

I would highly recommend getting them custom made so that they fit your guard shape and soft top mount location perfectly.

Mine had a thin foam backing and edged. Attached to soft top mount at the top, used a short strap with press stud to attach bottom to the chassis. Then just velcro to attach inside the wheel arch.

They are also really suitable if you want to retrofit as they are great for covering up existing stone chips & marks.

Just pop them off when you are washing the Cobra.