CLK-Class (W208) 1998-2002: CLK 200, CLK 230K, CLK 320, CLK 430 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

Leather seat stiching

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Aug 4, 2011 | 11:20 AM
  #1  
lupo7791's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 90
Likes: 1
From: Massachusetts
2001 clk320
Leather seat stiching

Hello, anyone know of a fix for stitching that is becoming undone on the passenger seat? Any help much appreciated.

cheers
Attached Thumbnails Leather seat stiching-photo0223.jpg  
Reply
Old Aug 5, 2011 | 07:45 AM
  #2  
J56BP's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 214
Likes: 0
From: FL 33325
2002 CLK 430
Originally Posted by lupo7791
Hello, anyone know of a fix for stitching that is becoming undone on the passenger seat? Any help much appreciated.

cheers
take it to ur local upholstery shop.............$60-100
Reply
Old Aug 5, 2011 | 01:41 PM
  #3  
err0neous's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 216
Likes: 2
From: San Diego, CA
02 CLK 430 Coupe
shoe repair shop... $10
Reply
Old Aug 6, 2011 | 07:28 AM
  #4  
J56BP's Avatar
Member
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 214
Likes: 0
From: FL 33325
2002 CLK 430
Originally Posted by err0neous
shoe repair shop... $10

i'm sure u do the work PITA (pulling cover off/put it back) for $10.00.
Reply
Old Aug 8, 2011 | 08:15 AM
  #5  
lupo7791's Avatar
Thread Starter
Member
 
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 90
Likes: 1
From: Massachusetts
2001 clk320
I'll shop around and see what quotes I get. Thanks
Reply
Old Aug 10, 2011 | 12:36 PM
  #6  
CLKBOB's Avatar
Junior Member
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
1999 CLK 320
Had this done several months ago. Definitely take the car to a reputable auto upholstery shop. Because it is a seam, the seat back panel has to be removed correctly, not to break the clips. The seat may need to be taken out too. Worth having it done right and not on the cheap, about $125.00
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 02:06 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE