How about some sticker shock? In the last 6 months I've had the privilege of working on a German and a Japanese vehicle where I was told the price of the bottom cushion seat covers. How about $1,700.00? I'm

serious and the German seat cover was made of vinyl. And I fully expect to keep you informed on the continuing inflation in the years to follow.

 

So it should be obvious that the auto manufacturers aren't targeting the retail market. 90% of retail customers wouldn't even consider this purchase. The captive insurance and warranty customer is footing the bill, and it's easy to see how they can afford to give their vehicles away with this 

business model.

 

So if you live in DFW, I invite you to send me your pictures and let me help you explore all your options. You might want to minimize the wearing away of the driver seat bolster area since this is where most of the repetitive stress occurs. The two issues are dye with subsequent leather wear, and foam compression. Unchecked foam compression also wears the material from the inside when the leather is allowed 

to rub on the steel frame, compromising the quality of the repair.

 

 I recommend a new leather insert in extreme wear situations, even if I lose the job. Because I try to get 2 plus years out of a driver seat bolster repair. I actually favor dye only repairs the majority of the time on that bolster.My goal is repeat customers that believe I'm 

giving thier leather the best care they can get for their increasing in value 

faster than inflation leather interior.

If you live out of my service area in any major city, you could probably

find at least  20 people that want your business. If you do some research

you should be able to find a technician or 2 with 10 plus years experience or 

so who can articulate these points I am sharing with you.

 

www.FixMyLeather.com