1 First unbolt the stock...
1 First unbolt the stock cover for the center console (left). Kinda plain looking, don'tcha think? On the right is the Mid America Console Cushion, ready for installation.
Not all customizing has to be a lengthy or involved process. Sometimes even a small item can make a dramatic difference in the look and style of your Corvette. That's probably why Mid America Motorworks ships as many as 50 of its Console Cushions per day. An in-house seamstress sews them up individually, to ensure meticulous quality control and a perfect fit.
2 Next, remove the inner...
2 Next, remove the inner liner from the underside of the cover. A strip of double-sided adhesive tape, included with the Console Cushion, needs to be cut to fit around the inside face.
The company also has an installation center that handles a variety of personalization products, in case you'd rather let a pro handle your console upholstery for a $40 labor charge. But we thought you'd like to see just how easy it is to install one (on a Z06 C6, in this case). So we followed along at last year's Funfest, in between the smoky burnouts and sizzling rock-star performances. At the end of the day, it was clear that this simple, comfort-enhancing upgrade was well worth the minimal effort and cost involved.
3a Apply the tape to the...
3a Apply the tape to the entire perimeter.
3b A few small gaps are...
3b A few small gaps are OK.
4 Slip the cover over the...
4 Slip the cover over the console, but don't remove the backing on the tape yet. Be sure to leave the mounting holes exposed.
5 The cover has a snug fit,...
5 The cover has a snug fit, so you'll need to use a bit of thumb pressure to get it on properly.
6 Once the cover is centered...
6 Once the cover is centered in place, remove the adhesive backing.
7 Press the cover onto the...
7 Press the cover onto the adhesive strips, again making sure the mounting fasteners are accessible.
8 Reattach the inner lin...
8 Reattach the inner liner.
9 Screw the catch back onto...
9 Screw the catch back onto the inner liner.
10 Fit the lid back on its...
10 Fit the lid back on its hinges.
11 Insert the fastening screws...
11 Insert the fastening screws on the lid hinge.
12 Push the tuck-and-roll...
12 Push the tuck-and-roll trim piece into the groove in front of the console.
13 All done! Wasn't that...
13 All done! Wasn't that easy? Mid America offers other color schemes and patterns, too, as well as matching route bags and travel pouches (at right).