Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?

rob0r · Post by **rob0r** » Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:20 pm

I fancy some black leather recaros and rear bench in my 316, will I get properly bent over to get a specialist to do this for me?

I could always source the items 2nd hand, but I'm looking at a premium for them as well!

arshad76 · Post by **arshad76** » Thu Nov 11, 2010 8:09 pm

Depends really Rob,

Get a few quotes, although the quality can vary, I've seem some good jobs for around £8-900. In theory it's easier to reupholster in leather because you've got more stretch.
I think leather in an E21 looks lovely, but all depends on how the stich pattern is and pipings a no-no for me anyway.

Let me know if you get stuck, I'll track down some numbers.

e21-Mark · Post by **e21-Mark** » Thu Nov 11, 2010 8:16 pm

I picked up a pair of leather Recaros for 40 quid Rob so they are out there.

Sean · Post by **Sean** » Wed Nov 17, 2010 12:20 am

Anyone know how to use a sewing machine?

redline · Post by **redline** » Sun Apr 17, 2011 7:12 am

I rehostered my front and rear seats in leather back in 2001. Cost a bomb then.......but then again I am still using the seats now and there is no tears or signs of wear............money well spent i guess......

DrGonzoPOW · Post by **DrGonzoPOW** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:28 am

Anyone ever just had the cloth re-covered ?? Could do with my front seats covering

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