Interior Opinion

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The interior of my 1989 W460 230GE is in amazing condition for its age and features the black/grey check cloth.

 

My question is…

 

Should I keep it ask it is or update it to a new black leather interior to match the exterior of the car that has been restored with a lot of bodywork and paintwork.

 

On one hand, it’s the original material and in good condition but on the other hand it dates the vehicle in a big way.

 

What to do??

 

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Be happy and feel superior that you have a classic G Wagen with an interior that is original and "in amazing condtion".

That's my vote anyway.

 

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stay original at least until you can get a set of recaro's in the same fabric [these are fairly common]

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keep it; photos please.

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Another vote to keep.  If you find a set of alternativer seats, at least keep the originasls to go with the car - it will pay dividends if you ever sell.

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Thanks for the feedback so far. Here's a quick pic so you can see what we're dealing with!

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thats a recaro, or looks like one

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And if the other seats are as good as that one appears to be I definitely wouldn't think about having them recovered. That one looks amazing.

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Yeah, they are Recaro. Were they not fit as standard??

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Thanks. Yes, they are all in this condition. Front and back bench.

 

markhowes wrote:

And if the other seats are as good as that one appears to be I definitely wouldn't think about having them recovered. That one looks amazing.

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no an option, standard ones aren't as supportive, great seats I'd keep them if I were you