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SITTING COMFORTABLY?

Paul Knight finds out more...

Newton Commercial is well known throughout the classic car scene for making some of the very best automotive interior trim kits available for an ever-growing range of vehicles. Currently employing around 60 staff, the Suffolk-based outfit combines the latest machinery and technology with traditional skilled machinists and experienced coachtrimmers to produce a range of unique hand-finished products. Carpet kits, seat covers, formed mats, door cards, sun visors and even a range of complete seats trimmed to your individual specifications – there really isn’t much that these guys can’t do to help restore your vehicle interior.

However, before we dive into a guided tour, let’s take a trip back in time to find out how and why the Newton family business began…

The apprentice

While the business opened its doors 40 years ago, Richard Newton’s introduction to the automotive industry dates back to 1962 when he was enlisted as an

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