[Dys]

I live in the UK however appreciate that shipping is not so expensive so location not a huge issue. Anyone recommend a good supplier to change my old interior with cloth seats to a red leather and red carpet interior?

 

[ScottinSoCal]

I live in the UK however appreciate that shipping is not so expensive so location not a huge issue. Anyone recommend a good supplier to change my old interior with cloth seats to a red leather and red carpet interior?

I went through World Upholstery

World Upholstery, Made in the U.S.A., Carpet, Canvas Convertible Tops, Leather Seat Upholstery, headliners & door panel parts for Mercedes BMW Porsche Jaguar Fiat Ferrari and Alfa. 800-222-9577

and was happy. To your benefit, the dollar is pretty weak against the pound right now. But you have VAT.

 

[Dys]

Thank you i shall look them up.

 

[MBGraham]

Thank you i shall look them up.

I bought my leather seat covers from XKSS 20 years ago and they fitted well and have stood up well too. XKSS is now World Upholstery.

Only thing I would caution you, is that their colour codes are not same as the ones MB used. Bu the numbers used are similar, so there can be confusion. Have them mail you samples so you can be sure you get what you want.

If cost is of prime importance, there are cheaper alternatives on eBay. But I have been burned by one and had success with another. Probably not worth gambling.

 

[Dys]

I bought my leather seat covers from XKSS 20 years ago and they fitted well and have stood up well too. XKSS is now World Upholstery.

Only thing I would caution you, is that their colour codes are not same as the ones MB used. Bu the numbers used are similar, so there can be confusion. Have them mail you samples so you can be sure you get what you want.

If cost is of prime importance, there are cheaper alternatives on eBay. But I have been burned by one and had success with another. Probably not worth gambling.

Thank you for the supplier details, I will look them up also. I have seen a few on Ebay but as you say, can be hit and miss. Cost is not primary however in a recession every penny has to be accounted for and so a balance of cost and quality to maximise results and minimise expense is what I am after.

 

[crusader7s]

give this guy a go he can supply leather and velour from original mb suppliers his name is ben. i just got 1m of velour to repair my 30y old merc it is a perfect match. he is in london good luck

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[BenzShovel]

I used Topsandseats.com. Leather is about $500 cheaper and great quality
1972-89 MERCEDES 280SL, 350SL, 380SL, 450SL, 500SL, 560SL ROADSTER SEAT COVER KIT - LEATHER, Seatcovers, Replacement soft tops, Lancia convertible tops, Saab 93 top, auto upholstery

 

[daryn]

Good link crusader, that company actually has both the velours and the ribbed velours in the color I need.

 

[Dys]

I used Topsandseats.com. Leather is about $500 cheaper and great quality
1972-89 MERCEDES 280SL, 350SL, 380SL, 450SL, 500SL, 560SL ROADSTER SEAT COVER KIT - LEATHER, Seatcovers, Replacement soft tops, Lancia convertible tops, Saab 93 top, auto upholstery

Thanks, is any additional work required to fit them or do they have all the bits to ensure they not only fit snug but are attached properly in place and held firm?

 

[BenzShovel]

I did not do them myself but used an installer. He was very impressed with the quality and fit. He did it for $375 and added extra padding where mine was an issue.

 

[crusader7s]

hi dys try this website. westtrading.nl may be cheaper

 

[Dys]

Thanks guys for these latest suggestions, I am looking into them for sure.