Cool Dash Mat fitted ! Review and Pictures !

[Fordoholic Nick]

Hi all,

Well finally got the chance to get the Capri out of the garage this evening so I could take some pictures of my Cool Dash Mat fitted

Well I have to say its absolutely stunning !!! It really is a perfect fit and sits really nicely on the dash top due to nature and quality of the material. Its very easy to roll it up to store it this way and just unrolls and drops superbly on the dash and covers every inch of it. I really am very impressed indeed with the design but no surprise as Colin from Cool Dash had done quite a few test fits on a Capri whilst designing this Capri version. Even the narrow strip running along the passenger side of dash fits spot on and no danger of slipping off at all. It has a subtle but deffo noticeable cushioned backing which gives it a reall feel of luxury as does the embroidery too which has been done to a very high standard and the logo sits just in the right position on the main part of the dash. Up to you but I will lightly roll my for storage then its ready for use without taking up space in the boot/glove compartment and due to the lovely soft material this is very easy to do.

So that's the review done and nothing but praise for Colin and his team for getting this so right

So, now for some pictures

20180917_173531 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_173545 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_173557 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_173341 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_172916 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_172800 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_172808 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_172821 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_173702 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

20180917_173709 by nicholas bowler, on Flickr

So there you have my review with pictures on the stunning Capri Cool Dash !! Mine is Black but the light makes it look like Grey but trust me it is a lovely shade of Black that really makes the logo " pop " !

Anyone wanting to replace those beer towels ( sorry John ) or watevr else you found to cover the dash these Cool Mats really are a brilliant product and as Christmas is coming deffo one for the stocking !!

All the best now

Nick

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi Nick,
Thanks for posting the photos of your wonderful new dash mat fitted in your stunning Capri. It looks amazing!
The only downside is that it covers up the brilliant work you did refurbing your dash a while back!

Andrew.

[Fordoholic Nick]

Thanks for posting the photos of your wonderful new dash mat fitted in your stunning Capri. It looks amazing.

Thanks Andrew. You wont be disappointed with yours when it arrives mate Looks even better in the flesh !

The only downside is that it covers up the brilliant work you did refurbing your dash a while back! .

All the more reason to use it Mr 2.8i I dont want my refurbing to come undone do I ?

Seriuosly tho it will only be used in sunny conditions but having said this it looks so 'cool' I can see me using it even when its cloudy

Thanks again Andrew

All the best

Nick

[Jasonmarie]

Yes it’s spot on Nick as you say Colin has done a grand job . Yes funny in one picture it looks grey but blends in nice with your paint work and dash .

I will get down there and get a picture of mine and with luck Andrews will be with him this week .

Just a small note to every one but don’t drive with the dash mats and radio on as it gets very hot with the radio as thats why there are all them air holes . Just doing a health Safety warning there perhaps I might do a you tube one for xmas .

[Arya2.0S]

It's unfortunate that there's no holes cut for the vents so you can still use the window demisters. I feel like that's a bit of an oversight considering these are meant as a semi permanent thing.

[Jasonmarie]

Good point as I never thought of the air vents but I thinks it’s just to keep the dash from cracking more when parked up where in the USA they are more of a permanent fixture.

[Caprifan Rob]

Hi Nick. It looks like a good quality tailored fit. Cheers for the pictures.

[andyd]

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi All,
Just heard from Colin, apparently there is a delay with the embroidery on the covers which should be sorted by Friday.

Andrew.

[Jasonmarie]

That’s good so all in hand I am not sure if there are more 2.8 on the road then lasers so perhaps more on demand ?

[Andrew 2.8i]

I am not sure if there are more 2.8 on the road then lasers

According to howmanyleft.co.uk:

Taxed 2.8 - 583
Taxed Laser - 572

SORN 2.8 - 1833
SORN Laser - 1468

Total 2.8 - 2416
Total Laser - 2040

Andrew.

[Jasonmarie]

That’s not many capris left on the road , and works out about the same .

[Fordoholic Nick]

Just heard from Colin, apparently there is a delay with the embroidery on the covers which should be sorted by Friday.

Nice one Andrew. I was talking with Colin this evening and he has been so busy with loads of new orders recently. The Capri mats alone have really taken off now he offers the new 'S' range too. Orders coming in from facebook too ! He reckons this weekend the embroiderer wont see much daylight but seriously they believe so much in the quality of their product they do not want to rush them and end up with sub quality so it will really be worth the wait fella. The embroidery is a stunning part of the design and really is very good quality indeed as you will see for yourself

[Fordoholic Nick]

I am not sure if there are more 2.8 on the road then lasers

According to howmanyleft.co.uk:

Taxed 2.8 - 583
Taxed Laser - 572

SORN 2.8 - 1833
SORN Laser - 1468

Total 2.8 - 2416
Total Laser - 2040

Andrew.

Andrew its not like you to miss out a ' ] ' whilst quoting somebody so here you go...hope this helps ! You can buy me a breakfast at Brooklands next year

Ps Those numbers are very interesting indeed. Almost the same number of taxed left on the road and only 365 difference on sorn. Both not many left. Makes keeping the ones we do have so important as we really are keeping the legend alive

[Andrew 2.8i]

its not like you to miss out a ' ] ' whilst quoting somebody so here you go...hope this helps !

Thanks Nick, I've put that ] to good use (see above) !

Andrew.

[Stish704]

Lookin* good that man! I’ve got mine as well but not had a chance to fit it yet! Once I do I’ll only post a couple of pictures

[Fordoholic Nick]

Lookin* good that man! I’ve got mine as well but not had a chance to fit it yet! Once I do I’ll only post a couple of pictures

Nice one Steve. We can all admire our Cool Dash Mats next time we meet. Something tells me that John will keep to his trusty beer towels

[Jasonmarie]

What color did you go for Steve ?

[Stish704]

What color did you go for Steve ?

Black with the red edging. Thought it would go well

[Jasonmarie]

Yes i agree . Also your dash is one of the best I have ever seen so needs to be kept away from that sun .