sheepskin seat inserts
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The only concern I have for the inserts is that as they get worn, you can't rotate them like you can the covers. I am the only one in my truck, 99% of the time and the driver's seat gets a lot more wear. Therefore, I will roate the covers about every 6 months.
My wife is hinting strongly that she would like to have them in the GL 320.
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I have actually been talked out of them by two different parts guys. They say they're just inserts that go over the center of the back and the seat, and they apparantly don't fit very well. Something very un-Mercedes about them, I guess. Seriously, if these guys have talked me out of the huge price tag on these pups, they must be tired of getting them back from unsatisfied customers.
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I have actually been talked out of them by two different parts guys. They say they're just inserts that go over the center of the back and the seat, and they apparantly don't fit very well. Something very un-Mercedes about them, I guess. Seriously, if these guys have talked me out of the huge price tag on these pups, they must be tired of getting them back from unsatisfied customers.
These guys have been around for a while and I am pleased with their quality. Rocky Mountain Sheepskin
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These guys have been around for a while and I am pleased with their quality. Rocky Mountain Sheepskin
Yes, I too live in a hot climate and have spent countless summers with a towel on my front seat because the seat is too hot/sticky! I wanted something classier looking for the GL...
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You will definitely be happier with fit of the Tailormade than the customs, plus the material is a little better quality.
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Does anyone know how the inserts attach to the seat. I think they are a more elegant approach in the GL than a full cover, but I do not want to see elastic bands or other connections around the headrest. I also was told by my dealer that they have to be installed by the dealer because of the active head restraints
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My dealer's parts guy was not enthusiastic about them when I asked about them today.
He recommended custom tailored full size ones.
He said he would not take the MB ones back if I didn't like them.
I think I'll probably go with the Rocky Mountain brand that scottybdiving recommended...
He recommended custom tailored full size ones.
He said he would not take the MB ones back if I didn't like them.
I think I'll probably go with the Rocky Mountain brand that scottybdiving recommended...
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Nice. Whoever gets them first needs to post some photos. Santa may be bringing a set for my wife's GL 320. (I don't think she has found this site)
Be sure to ask them to send some samples unless you are sure which color you need. They will do so gladly. We have the Mac interior and "Camel" seems to work best. I was hoping "Mushroom" would match the darker color on the dash and trim but it didn't work.
Be sure to ask them to send some samples unless you are sure which color you need. They will do so gladly. We have the Mac interior and "Camel" seems to work best. I was hoping "Mushroom" would match the darker color on the dash and trim but it didn't work.
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Scotty/Chicky, did you get the covers yet for the GL? I am looking to pull the trigger so I have them by the time my GL arrives. I have a few ques., any thoughts?
1.) with black interior, would you go with black covers? sounds silly but if the black isn't a good match, it might be better to go with a contrast. I will ask them for a sample.
2.) what do you think about the armrest and console covers?
3.) I'm guessing the headrest option wouldn't work if you have the RSE. Is that true. Any comments on headrest covers?
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1.) with black interior, would you go with black covers? sounds silly but if the black isn't a good match, it might be better to go with a contrast. I will ask them for a sample.
2.) what do you think about the armrest and console covers?
3.) I'm guessing the headrest option wouldn't work if you have the RSE. Is that true. Any comments on headrest covers?
Thanks
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Scotty/Chicky, did you get the covers yet for the GL? I am looking to pull the trigger so I have them by the time my GL arrives. I have a few ques., any thoughts?
1.) with black interior, would you go with black covers? sounds silly but if the black isn't a good match, it might be better to go with a contrast. I will ask them for a sample.
2.) what do you think about the armrest and console covers?
3.) I'm guessing the headrest option wouldn't work if you have the RSE. Is that true. Any comments on headrest covers?
Thanks
1.) with black interior, would you go with black covers? sounds silly but if the black isn't a good match, it might be better to go with a contrast. I will ask them for a sample.
2.) what do you think about the armrest and console covers?
3.) I'm guessing the headrest option wouldn't work if you have the RSE. Is that true. Any comments on headrest covers?
Thanks
I would like the console cover but my Silverado has a tray built into the middle of it and it would be a tough fit. It looks like it would work fine with the GL. My wife really likes the sheepskin seat belt cover. She says it helps to reduce wrinkling.
The headrest covers are excellent. I think the only issue is whether you have the entertainment system or not. I'm not sure they could fit them around that.
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OK I finally got around to ordering samples. I have decided not to go with the covers. I didn't think the pile was going to be so high on these. From the pics they appeared to be engineered with a tighter pile. These samples are way too shaggy for my taste. Plus I struggled with the idea of covering up that beautiful leather. They do look like they'd be pretty damn comfy though.
Hmmmm, maybe if they came in Chrome?
Hmmmm, maybe if they came in Chrome?
