Replacing the Headliner In My SAAB 900

In this video, I demonstrate how to replace a headliner, using my 1985 SAAB 900. This process would be similar for other vehicles, the concept would be the same. Disclaimer: I am by no means a headliner or upholstry expert, I am simply sharing my real life experience replacing the headliner in my personal car

[@dustinroemer5180]

You can also remove just the sunroof through the top by undoing the stoppers and a few other screws. That way you can reupholster the sunroof while the headliner is still in, although your way allows for a more thorough cleaning of the sunroof compartment.

[@krishdasgupta7313]

Great video. Lots of work to fix a back sagging one on mine. 😢

[@tomjaasko6878]

I wish all how to do-videos were this pedagogical.

[@petteroverby7477]

Bought an old Saab 900 from 88 a while back since it was a car I’ve always wanted. It was in quite good shape but the headliner was completely ruined, and this video really helped when changing it. I managed to fix it up very easily thanks to this video and the result was amazing. So thanks a lot for this video, you’re a really life saver and the video was amazing

[@sethsaylor760]

Thank you so much, I appreciate your feedback!

[@markogautel6483]

Super Job, steht bei mir auch bald an. Hatte etwas Sorge wegen dem schiebedach, aber nun denke ich das es doch nicht so kompliziert wir. Danke für dieses wirklich informative Video. Freue mich das es bald losgeht. Habe noch einem Tipp von einem Sattler bekommen. Unbedingt Würth Spühkleber benutzen. Alles hält wohl nicht lange. Also danke für das tolle Video

[@jaysonlawfer8465]

Great vid!

[@SantoLuzbel]

Thank you, Seth! Methodical, detailed and visual description very helpful. Good luck with the rest of the coming project work. Hope to see it here often.

[@sethsaylor760]

Thank you so much! There are definetly more videos to come

[@stephenmiracle5196]

JoAnn Fabric carries headliner material up here in Vermont. I use a 90° die grinder with a medium grit scotch brite fiber sanding disc that I break in on something hard so as to ease the edge of the disc. It takes a while but this is an effective tool for removing all the old foam from the fiberglass headliner board. If the board has weak spots from rough handling it can be reinforced with a bit of polyester resin. #m Super trim adhesive has proven to hold up. It's expensive but don't skimp. Completely cover the freshly cleaned fiber board. Go a little easier on the headliner fabric or it will soak through and leave finger prints... but use enough! After that I have nothing to add to Seth's excellent video. Thanks Seth. S Miracle

[@sethsaylor760]

Great info! Thanks for watching!

[@jonnyb4336]

Hey Seth, looks great! I’m working on my own C900 restoration and have enjoyed following your work! I too will have to do the headliner so appreciate your documentation of the process, but lots of other bits for me as I’m not very far along... cheers

[@sethsaylor760]

Thank you! Thanks for following along, I'm glad I can help!

[@Pr0fess0rx29]

Subscribed. I just got one of these and have to do the headliner as well as a bunch of other stuff to restore the car. Question, where did you get the material for the headliner? Thanks for these videos!

[@sethsaylor760]

First, thank you for subscribing! I plan to have more videos along the way as I bring this car back up to snuff. I ordered the material from Headliner Doctor on Ebay. I ordered three yards, which was plenty to comfortably do the repair and have a little left over. Best of luck, let me know how it turns out!