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- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
Handbrake Cover – Cars with Manual Heating Control
Restore the appearance of your classic Porsche interior with
this OE Match Handbrake Cover. The cover fits around the handbrake and manual heating
control area on the centre tunnel, providing a neat finished appearance while
helping protect the mechanism and surrounding components.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
What Does the Handbrake Cover Do?
The handbrake cover is primarily an interior trim and protective component. It surrounds the handbrake lever and heating control area while concealing the mechanical components beneath.
A correctly fitted cover helps:
- Provide a neat factory-style appearance
- Cover the handbrake mechanism
- Accommodate the manual heating controls
- Protect components from dirt and debris
- Finish the centre tunnel area
- Improve the appearance of a restored interior
This version is specifically intended for cars equipped with manual heating controls.
Why Do Handbrake Covers Fail?
Unlike a mechanical component, the handbrake cover does not normally fail through operation. Instead, deterioration occurs through age, repeated use and general interior wear.
Common problems include:
- Cracking or splitting with age
- Surface wear and deterioration
- Damage around mounting points
- Distortion or warping
- Previous incorrect removal or installation
- Missing or damaged original trim
- General deterioration during interior restoration
On older Porsche 911 models, original interior trim can become brittle after decades of heat and temperature changes.
When Should the Handbrake Cover Be Replaced?
Replacement should be considered if:
- The original cover is cracked or split
- Mounting points are damaged
- The cover has become distorted
- The surface is heavily worn
- The original cover is missing
- It no longer fits securely
- The interior is undergoing restoration
- A damaged cover affects the appearance of the centre tunnel
Replacing worn trim is particularly worthwhile during a complete interior restoration where maintaining the correct period appearance is important.
Important Fitment Checks
Before ordering, confirm that the vehicle is equipped with the manual heating system, as different heating arrangements may use different handbrake covers or surrounding trim.
The handbrake lever, heating controls and mounting points should also be inspected while the cover is removed.
Porsche 911 1973-85 Handbrake Covers & Interior Trim
Interior trim is an important part of maintaining the original appearance of a classic Porsche 911.
After decades of use, handbrake covers and centre tunnel trim can become cracked, worn, distorted or damaged. Replacing deteriorated components helps restore a cleaner, more complete interior while protecting the mechanisms underneath.
For Porsche 911 models with manual heating, selecting the correct handbrake cover is important because the trim must accommodate the associated heating controls.
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