Craig's Auto Upholstery

Auto Interior Repair Shop in San Jose

Seats, headliners, convertible tops, and classic interiors—family-owned in San Jose, focused on clean fit and a match that looks right up close.

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271 Bestor St, San Jose, CA 95112

60+ years in San JoseFamily-ownedAutomotive upholstery only

Auto Upholstery

Full interiors or targeted repairs with careful matching.

Car Seats

Tears, seams, bolsters, and foam rebuilds.

Headliners

Sagging headliner replacement that stays tight.

Convertible Tops

Leaks, wear, and repair vs replacement guidance.

Classic Cars

Consistent, detail-focused classic interiors.

Contact

Estimates, photo checklist, and next steps.

Interior problems are the kind you notice every day: a driver’s seat tear that keeps growing, a headliner that starts to droop, vinyl that’s cracking in the sun. Call or text Craig’s Auto Upholstery in San Jose and we’ll give you a clear recommendation—what can be repaired cleanly, what’s better recovered, and what we need to quote it accurately.

What brings people in

Most customers don’t show up with a big “interior project.” They show up because one problem is making the car feel worn—and they want it fixed in a way that looks intentional.

The most common reasons people call:

A seat seam split or torn panel (often the driver’s seat)
A seat that looks okay but feels flat or uneven (foam/support)
A sagging headliner that keeps getting worse
Interior trim/panels that no longer match
A convertible top that leaks, flaps, or looks tired
A classic interior that needs to look consistent again

If that’s you, start with a quick call (408) 379-3820 or text (408) 379-3820. We’ll ask a few questions, and if you’re texting, we’ll tell you which photos help most.

What we repair (automotive upholstery only)

We work on interiors. That means you’re talking to a shop that thinks about fit, match, and finish all day, not one that treats upholstery as a side job.

Common projects include:

Seats: torn seams, split panels, worn bolsters, collapsed foam
Headliners: sagging fabric, bubbling, staining, poor previous “quick fixes”
Interior trim: panels that look mismatched or worn
Convertible tops: worn material, leaks, loose fit
Classic interiors: consistent restoration work where details matter

Most customers want the same outcome: it should look right up close and feel right every day. The right approach depends on the condition of the surrounding material and how strict you want the match to be.

Repair (targeted)

Repair is often the right move when damage is localized and the rest of the material is still strong. The best repairs are the ones that don’t draw your eye because the panel sits correctly and the match is handled carefully.

Reupholstery / recovering

When material is cracked, brittle, or failing across multiple panels, small repairs can quickly turn into mismatches. Recovering a seat (or the affected section) is often the clean reset: one consistent choice, clean seam alignment, and a finish that reads like it belongs.

Refresh (staged or full)

If an interior has aged unevenly—seats, headliner, and trim all tired at once—or has a history of piecemeal fixes, we can help you stage the work so the cabin looks consistent instead of “one more new panel” every time you fix something.

If you’re not sure, that’s normal. A quick call gets you to the right category.

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Materials: leather vs. vinyl vs. cloth (and what matters for your car)

People often ask “what’s best?” The better question is: what will match the car and hold up for how you use it.

Leather

Looks premium and can be the right choice for higher-end interiors.
Matching color and grain is the make-or-break detail.
Repairs need to blend; otherwise the seat looks like it has “one new panel”.

Vinyl

Durable, practical, and often the best value for high-use vehicles.
Great choice when you want a clean look that is easy to maintain.
Matching texture matters as much as matching color.

Cloth

Comfortable and common on daily drivers.
Matching weave and tone is key to avoiding an obvious repair.

If you don’t know what’s currently on your seats, we can identify it quickly during inspection.

What affects price (so you can predict the estimate)

A good upholstery estimate is not random. Price typically moves with:

Job size: one seat panel vs. one seat vs. a full interior
Material choice: leather, vinyl, cloth, and how close a match is required
Foam condition: foam rebuilds and bolster work add time but change comfort dramatically
Complexity: stitched details, multiple panels, and tight curves take more labor
Condition: brittle material tends to require replacement instead of small patch work

We give clear options so you can decide what makes sense.

Timeline: what’s realistic

Most upholstery timelines are driven by job size and material selection. Small repairs can be straightforward; full interiors naturally take more planning. During your estimate, we’ll give a realistic timeline based on the work and the materials chosen.

What to send for a faster quote

To get an accurate quote quickly, send:

Year / make / model
What’s wrong (seat tear, sagging headliner, leak, mismatch)
2–4 photos in daylight (one wide shot + one close-up)
If matching matters, one photo of the “good” area you want it to blend with

Why customers choose Craig’s

Family-owned and built on local trust
60+ years of upholstery craftsmanship in the San Jose area
Automotive upholstery only so details and matching are the priority

FAQs

Do you serve San Jose and the South Bay?

Yes. We’re in San Jose, and most customers come from San Jose and nearby South Bay cities. If you can bring the vehicle (or the relevant parts) to our shop, we can help.

How much does auto upholstery cost?

Cost depends on what you want done, materials, and the condition of what’s already there. The fastest way to get an accurate quote is to define the job clearly: one panel, one seat, or a full interior.

Can you make it match?

Matching is the point. Color is one part—texture/grain and clean seam alignment are what make the repair blend instead of standing out.

Is it better to repair or replace?

If the material is brittle or the damage is spread across multiple panels, replacement often produces a cleaner, longer-lasting result. If the issue is localized, a targeted repair can make sense.

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