Porsche reissues some of its iconic fabric patterns helping owners of Porsche 356 to the Porsche 911 restore their cars to original condition.
Available to order from Porsche Centers or via the Porsche Online Shop, these Porsche fabrics help restore the interior to its original condition, whether due to wear-and-tear or due to a historically incorrect interior retrofit.
As Porsche Genuine Parts, the new ‘old’ textiles meet the sports car manufacturer’s high quality standards. This applies to the feel and durability as well as to the accuracy of the often extremely complicated patterns and color combinations.
Often, the upholsterer only has to reupholster the driver’s seat. In these cases, Porsche’s aim is to ensure that it continues to match the front passenger seat, which will usually still have its original covering.
In addition, the newly issued fabrics undergo a series of tests, for example for fire resistance, light and color fastness, and abrasion resistance. This makes them ideal for a wide range of applications in vehicle interiors, such as seat covers or side panels. They are available in 1.5 by 2 meter sizes.
Below is an overview of all the classic fabrics that are now available again:
From 1963 onwards, Pepita was available as an option for the seats of the Porsche 356, and two years later it was also available for the 911 F model. Pepita consists of checks that are connected to each other by diagonal stripes. The name of the pattern comes from the stage name of the 19th-century Spanish dancer Josefa Durán y Ortega, which was ‘Pepita de Oliva’. It was made famous by Christian Dior. In 1947, the French fashion designer presented his designs and used Pepita for the women’s collection.
- Pasha fabric white/black
- For: 928 (1978-1979)
- Part Number: PCG000000AS79A
- 964 Multicolour Cobalt Blue fabric
- For: 928 (1991-1993), 944 (1991), 964 (1991-1994), 968 (1992-1993)
- Part Number: PCG000000AS9YD
- Tartan fabric red/blue (McLaughlan)
- Part Number: PCG551081AS8AB
- Tartan fabric green/blue (Black Watch)
- Part Number: PCG551082AS2AC
- For: 911 G-Model (1975-1980), Porsche 924 (1980-1982), Porsche 928 (1980)
- Porsche lettering fabric Olive Green
- For: 911 G-Model (1985-1987), 928 (1985-1987)
- Part Number: PCG000000AS1JK
- Pepita fabric black/white
- Part Number: PCG551531AS730
- Pepita fabric red/black/white
- Part Number: PCG551531AS005
- For: 356 (1963-1965), only Porsche 356 C, 911 F-Model (1965-1973)
- Pinstripe velour black/white
- For: 911 G-Model (1977-1989), 964 (1989-1990), 924 (1977-1988), 928 (1978-1990), 944 (1982-1990)
- Part Number: PCG000000107BN
- Porsche lettering Midnight Blue
- For: 911 G-Model (1987-1989), Porsche 993 (1994-1998), 924 (1986-1988), 928 (1987-1995), 944 (1985-1991)
- Part Number: PCG000000004GP
- Porsche lettering black
- For: 911 G-Model (1987-1989), 993 (1994-1998), 924 (1986-1988), 928 (1987-1995), 944 (1985-1991)
- Part Number: PCG043204902CZ
From 1963 onwards, Pepita was available as an option for the seats of the Porsche 356, and two years later it was also available for the 911 F model. Pepita consists of checks that are connected to each other by diagonal stripes. The name of the pattern comes from the stage name of the 19th-century Spanish dancer Josefa Durán y Ortega, which was ‘Pepita de Oliva’. It was made famous by Christian Dior. In 1947, the French fashion designer presented his designs and used Pepita for the women’s collection.
Tartan fabrics symbolize tradition and craftsmanship, belonging and self-confidence. In 1974, Porsche offered three tartans exclusively in the equipment list of the 911 Turbo. It was not until the 1976 model year that they were also offered in the 911. Tartans are characterized by their check pattern, which is created during the weaving process by using different colored threads. At the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt am Main in 1973, Porsche presented a study of a 911 RSR Turbo with seat centers and side panels in Black Watch tartan. One year later, Louise Piëch received her silver 911 Turbo ‘No. 1’, which had a red leather interior that featured McLaughlan tartan in the seat centers.
Inspired by waving checkered flags, the Pasha pattern pays tribute to the world of motorsport. First presented to the public in a 928 in 1977, in the south of France, and also offered in the 911, 924 and 944 until the mid-1980s, the pulsating, lively pattern became one of Porsche’s most defining interior designs. The name ‘Pasha’ was intended to evoke images of Ottoman sultans reclining on comfortable silk and velvet cushions.
A good five decades ago, the design team around Anatole ‘Tony’ Lapine and Vlasta Hatter developed the pattern based on the legendary Erich Strenger poster. Cleverly arranged rectangles of different sizes created a sense of movement in the pattern, a visual translation of the dynamism and elegance that have always distinguished Porsche. With the new 911 Spirit 70, Porsche has helped the material make a comeback for the first time in a new vehicle.
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