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Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:20 pm
by rob0r
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!
Re: Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 8:09 pm
by arshad76
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.
Re: Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2010 8:16 pm
by e21-Mark
I picked up a pair of leather Recaros for 40 quid Rob so they are out there.
Re: Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 12:20 am
by Sean
Anyone know how to use a sewing machine?
Re: Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Sun Apr 17, 2011 7:12 am
by redline
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......
Re: Re-upholstering Cloth seats to Leather?
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:28 am
by DrGonzoPOW
Anyone ever just had the cloth re-covered ?? Could do with my front seats covering