Cost of C2 interiors

[Thomas P.]

I read a book that stated that the '63 and '64 interiors were the most expensive interiors for the C2.
And, the "bean counters" at GM insisted that there would be a cost reduction on the '65 and on interiors.

Did this really happen?
And, if so, where was the extra cost incurred?

Tom

[Tracy C.]

Re: Cost of C2 interiors

Sound logical. Cost reduction is an ongoing normal part of industry. The 63 model's instrument panel and 4 piece aluminum console would be expensive to produce.

tc

[Michael F.]

Re: Cost of C2 interiors

The doors panels weren't molded like the 65-67. The carpets were in many pieces instead of one large heat molded piece etc..

All of the above requiring more man hours. I prefer the 65-67 door panels. But prefer the tailored look of the 63 multi piece carpets.

The gauge faces had more parts.

[Scott S.]

Re: Cost of C2 interiors

I read a book that stated that the '63 and '64 interiors were the most expensive interiors for the C2.
And, the "bean counters" at GM insisted that there would be a cost reduction on the '65 and on interiors.

Did this really happen?
And, if so, where was the extra cost incurred?

Tom

It looks like 1963 and 1964 still are the most expensive interiors. A quick vendor check shows that carpet sets (coupe and convertible) for 1963-64 are $350, while carpet sets for 1965-67 are $260.