Now VL 4193

[Mike Costigan]

I am not convinced they are 'original' or even of Austin supply

I was wondering about that that too. Many Austin Sevens had moulded rubber mats.

Publication 956A specifically refers to rubber mats throughout, but this is a late 1932 guide for the early RP (4-speed gearbox and rear petrol tank). the 1931 'Pioneers' brochure, Publication 847, illustrates the floor covering in upholstery colours which suggests carpeting, but as this is only an artist's rendition it may not be significant...