premuim leather or regular
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premuim leather or regular
first off, im so pissed thats even an option on a 100K car
that being said, what do u guys think, is it worth it, or just a scam
that being said, what do u guys think, is it worth it, or just a scam
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Premium leather makes a big difference but don't take our word for it. Have the dealer let you sit in two with cars with the same color leather inside, one premium and one standard. That's what I did. I thought the difference was definitely worth the added cost.
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i did sit in all of them, and yes it does feel beetter
its just annoying that it is an option
wht do u mean by 2 or 8 series
its just annoying that it is an option
wht do u mean by 2 or 8 series
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801, 805, 808 are for premium
The first number denotes the material
1xx = MB-tex
2xx = Std leather
5xx = Exclusive leather (exclusive just means the dash and door panels are leather)
8xx = Premium leather
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If it helps your decision at all... the premium leather in the S-Class and CL-Class is full-grain Aniline leather which is pretty much the highest quality of leather you can buy.
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Also, keep in mind that *some* drivers reported excessive wear on the premium leather after very little use. To me, it makes sense as it's softer and hence wrinkles easier. Search this forum and Google for specific posts.
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The leather in the V12 models is of the same quality as the Premium leather option in the S550 (standard CL550). "Exclusive" in Mercedes terminology simply means more of it: covering of the dash, console, doors etc. But there is no difference in quality between the two.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
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The leather in the V12 models is of the same quality as the Premium leather option in the S550 (standard CL550). "Exclusive" in Mercedes terminology simply means more of it: covering of the dash, console, doors etc. But there is no difference in quality between the two.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
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Different looking design and most important: maximize the profit for MB (as my MB dealer said when discussing to order this option for my car).
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This was a concern of mine when ordering the premium leather. All of my other Mercedes had the standard leather which feels more durable. I am happy to report no issues after two years / 20,000 miles. The leather still looks and feels great. Glad I have it.
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That's actually good to know, since this concern partially influenced my decision to not go with premium. Considering how paranoid I am about the interior staying in perfect shape, any kind of scratches or wrinkles are a show stopper ;-) Maybe next time I'll take a chance.
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Without a doubt, the premium is worth the premium. I got around 30k on my car and after nearly 3 yrs. the leather looks great. I recently had my cars waxed and dressed. I can honestly say my s looks brand new and still drives like new.
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That's actually good to know, since this concern partially influenced my decision to not go with premium. Considering how paranoid I am about the interior staying in perfect shape, any kind of scratches or wrinkles are a show stopper ;-) Maybe next time I'll take a chance.
Otherwise, there's nothing nicer than the exclusive passion leather (std. on S 600). The advice from everyone above is good --Go for the best and you won't be disappointed.
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The leather in the V12 models is of the same quality as the Premium leather option in the S550 (standard CL550). "Exclusive" in Mercedes terminology simply means more of it: covering of the dash, console, doors etc. But there is no difference in quality between the two.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
In Europe the Premium leather is called "PASSION" Leather and the V12 models have "Exclusive PASSION" Leather standard. Also, customers can order Exclusive PASSION Leather on other long wheelbase S-Class models besides the V12, but that is not offered as a stand alone option in the U.S. The only way to get the "Exclusive" part in a non-V12 in the U.S. is to order one of the designo interiors which comes with Exclusive Premium Leather.
Too bad they don't have an option for the extra leather throughout the car.
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In that case, go for the MB tex in the C class. If you're going into the car with your tool belt on, and kids are jumping up and down and dogs are jumping in and out.
Otherwise, there's nothing nicer than the exclusive passion leather (std. on S 600). The advice from everyone above is good --Go for the best and you won't be disappointed.
Otherwise, there's nothing nicer than the exclusive passion leather (std. on S 600). The advice from everyone above is good --Go for the best and you won't be disappointed.
The choice between premium and standard leather is personal; I like the standard while some other people would prefer the premium. Hence, the only logical answer is to go try both and see which one makes sense for the money. After all, it won't be us paying for it nor sitting on it.
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Examples of the different surfaces and leather grains are shown here to illustrate the differences between the seat cover materials note fabric is not available in MBUSA market.
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EDIT: I found the document I was referring to in the E-Class thread, and you were actually the one to post this. Thanks to konigstiger for originally posting. Note, since this was published, the CL-Class actually uses the same Premium (aniline leather) that the S-Class uses except Premium Leather is standard on the CL-Class.
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