i'm confused as to why MB would make only part of their seats leather (the middle/inserts) and not the rest of the seat??
are all manufactures doing this?? my audi is FULL leather, why not the MBs??? or is that a special option on top the $50k people are already paying for their cars??!!! thats insane!!
i'm confused as to why MB would make only part of their seats leather (the middle/inserts) and not the rest of the seat??
are all manufactures doing this?? my audi is FULL leather, why not the MBs??? or is that a special option on top the $50k people are already paying for their cars??!!! thats insane!!
Partial leather was offered on the 2006 nodel as a mid-range option between MBTex (vinyl) and full leather. There was also the MBTex/Alcantara option. I do not see those options in the 2007 offerings. You get MBTex as the base with full leather for an additional $1,540 in the US.
Be aware that even on many cars "full leather" often includes only the seating surfaces and not the sides or back. This is strictly a cost-saving measure.
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This is strictly a cost-saving measure.
Too bad they did not pass on the cost savings.
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Everyone's needs and wants are different. The most important aspects of a vehicle, IMO, are those related to its engineering, performance, drviing dynamics, utility and safety. I have no problem with leather being an option--some do not want it, so you have a choice. If it was included as standard, the base price would be higher.
i'm confused as to why MB would make only part of their seats leather (the middle/inserts) and not the rest of the seat??
are all manufactures doing this?? my audi is FULL leather, why not the MBs??? or is that a special option on top the $50k people are already paying for their cars??!!! thats insane!!
Leather is not standard on the new X5 V8 either. Add up these option prices if you want to be shocked:
Take a look at the new X5 option sheet on a V8 model
Starts $54,500
Sport Package $3,600
Technology Package $2,600
Premium Package $2,550
Active Ventilated Seat Package $2,100
On-board Navigation System info $1,900
Rear Seat Entertainment $1,800
Premium Sound Package $1,800
Panoramic Moonroof $1,350
Active Steering info $1,250
Multi-Contour Seats $1,200
3rd Row Seat $1,200
Head-Up Display $1,000
Comfort Access $1,000
Napa Leather $1,000
20" Y-Spoke Wheels $950
Rear Climate Package $900
Cold Weather Package $900
BMW Assist w/Bluetooth $750
Park Distance Control $700
Sirius Satellite Radio $595
High Definition Radio $500
Automatic Tailgate $500
Heated Front Seats $500
Heated Rear Seats $350
Running Boards $300
why leather inserts and not FULL leather 
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