Ford Mustang Carpet Kits: The Quick Buyer’s Guide

Replacing your Mustang’s carpet is one of the best interior upgrades you can make. Whether restoring a classic or upgrading a late model, FactoryInteriors.com offers precision-fit, USA-made carpet kits for every generation of Mustang. This guide walks through your options by generation, explains materials, installation tips, and links directly to available kits and floor mats.

Why Replace Your Mustang’s Carpet?

• Improve comfort, aesthetics, and resale value
• Eliminate old odors, stains, and wear
• Restore authenticity in classic models
• Upgrade insulation for modern comfort

Mustang Generations Covered

• 1964½–1973: First Gen (Classic Mustang)
• 1974–1978: Second Gen (Mustang II)
• 1979–1993: Third Gen (Fox Body)
• 1994–2004: Fourth Gen (SN95 & New Edge)
• 2005–2014: Fifth Gen (S197)
• 2015–2023: Sixth Gen (S550)

Carpet Materials Explained

• 80/20 Loop: Correct for 1964½–1968 Mustangs. Made from 80% rayon and 20% nylon, with a textured loop pile. Ideal for period-correct restorations.
• Nylon Loop: Introduced by Ford in 1969 and used through 1973. 100% nylon material with loop texture; more durable and colorfast than 80/20.
• Cutpile: Standard for 1974–Present. A softer, more modern alternative to loop pile.
• Essex: Plush, premium upgrade for any generation. Thicker than standard cutpile.

Backing Options

• Standard Poly Backing: Lightweight and flexible
• Mass Backing: Heavy-duty sound and heat insulation, recommended for all 2000+ models

Installation Tips

• Let the carpet relax before install (sunlight or heat gun)
• Start trimming at center (transmission tunnel)
• Use old carpet as a template
• Check wiring clearance on late models (SYNC, Shaker, etc.)

Order Additional Yardage

Need extra material for door panels or custom installs? Order additional carpet yardage here.

Mustang Carpet Kit Comparison Table

Matching Floor Mats

Protect your new carpet with matching Mustang floor mats — available in OEM colors and logo options. 2pc and 4pc sets available for most models, including Classic, Mustang II, Fox Body, SN95, and S550.

All Mustang carpet kits are made in the USA by Auto Custom Carpets and available at FactoryInteriors.com.

Ford Mustang Carpet Kits - Complete Buyer’s Guide by Generation (1964–2023)

Upgrading the carpet in your Ford Mustang is one of the most effective ways to revitalize your interior—visually, functionally, and acoustically. Whether you're restoring a first-generation classic or refining a modern performance build, choosing the correct replacement carpet ensures a factory-style fit and an OEM-level finish.

This guide walks through each generation of Mustang, highlighting material recommendations, fitment details, customization options, and tips to help you select the right carpet kit from FactoryInteriors.com.

First Generation (1964½–1973)

Models: Coupe, Convertible, Fastback

The Mustang that started it all deserves period-correct materials. Original 1964½–1968 Mustangs came equipped with 80/20 loop carpet—a blend of 80% rayon and 20% nylon with a looped texture. From 1969 through 1973, Ford switched to 100% nylon loop with a similar loop appearance, but improved color retention and durability.

FactoryInteriors offers molded carpet kits that match the contours of these early floor pans precisely. You can choose from:

• 80/20 Loop for authenticity (1964½–1968)

• Nylon Loop for later models (1969–1973)

• Cutpile or Essex for comfort-focused restomods

Most kits include pre-attached jute padding, and mass backing upgrades are available to reduce road noise and heat transfer—a great addition for daily drivers and summer cruisers.

Optional features include heel pad relocation (for export builds) and additional yardage for kick panels or trunk coverage.

Second Generation (1974–1978)

Models: Coupe, Hatchback

The Mustang II introduced a compact body with new floor pans. These models used cutpile carpet as the factory standard. FactoryInteriors provides molded kits that drop into place for both coupe and hatchback layouts.

• Cutpile is the correct OEM material

• Essex upgrade available for premium feel

• Rear cargo area carpeting available separately for hatchbacks

Mass backing is recommended for improved thermal and acoustic insulation. These cars benefit significantly from added comfort underfoot.

Third Generation (1979–1993)

Models: Coupe (Notch), Hatchback, Convertible

Fox Body Mustangs have exploded in popularity thanks to their mod potential and classic 5.0L charm. All models originally came with cutpile carpeting, molded in one piece to fit the floorpan.

Choose from:

• Cutpile for OEM restoration

• Essex for a plush upgrade

• Mass backing to address common road and exhaust noise issues

FactoryInteriors offers kits for all body styles and rear seat configurations, including one-piece and split-folding hatchback options. Matching die-cut pieces for convertibles are also available.

Fourth Generation (1994–2004)

Models: SN95 & New Edge – Coupe, Convertible

These Mustangs continued the use of cutpile carpet in a slightly refined interior. Kits from FactoryInteriors fit both coupe and convertible configurations and are molded for a precise fit from firewall to rear seat.

All 1994–2004 kits offer:

• Factory-style cutpile

• Essex upgrade

• Mass backing (recommended for New Edge models)

• Attached jute padding

Color options match OEM shades like Dark Charcoal, Saddle, and Medium Graphite.

Fifth Generation (2005–2014)

Models: S197 – Coupe, Convertible

The retro-inspired S197 generation uses molded cutpile carpet in both coupe and convertible variants. Kits are divided into 2005–2009 and 2010–2014 due to small trim differences, ensuring a perfect fit around consoles and seat brackets.

Features include:

• Standard cutpile or Essex plush

• Loose or attached jute padding

• Mass backing to replicate OEM density and noise reduction

• Color-matched options including Parchment, Light Graphite, and Black

These carpets are designed for easy installation with minimal trimming.

Sixth Generation (2015–2023)

Models: S550 – Fastback (Coupe), Convertible

Modern Mustangs deserve modern interior quality. FactoryInteriors offers carpet kits molded to the exact S550 floorpan with options for:

• Cutpile (OEM-style) or Essex (plush upgrade)

• Optional mass backing to match or exceed factory insulation

• Loose jute padding for strategic placement during install

• Color-matched options including Black, Ebony, and Light Titanium

One carpet kit fits both coupe and convertible models, with proper trimming around factory wiring, brackets, and mounting points.

Material Types at a Glance

Note: On FactoryInteriors.com, if a carpet kit lists "loop" as the material, it refers to 80/20 loop. If it lists "nylon" as the material, it refers to 100% nylon loop.

Optional Upgrades

• Mass Backing: Recommended for any 2000+ Mustang, or any build where sound and heat control is desired

• Heel Pad Relocation: Optional for export (right-hand drive) configurations—available on request for symmetrical floorpans

• Additional Yardage: Order extra material for door panels, package trays, or custom installations here

Don’t Forget the Floor Mats

Finish your install with matching Mustang floor mats—available in factory colors and with optional logos. These are die-cut to fit your generation and are a great way to protect your new carpet investment.

All Kits Proudly Made in the USA

Every carpet kit from FactoryInteriors.com is proudly manufactured in the USA with attention to fitment, material quality, and historical accuracy. Whether you’re building a concours-correct coupe or a custom GT restomod, you’ll find the right carpet—molded, backed, and color-matched to your Mustang’s legacy.