scoot spanker 0 Posted September 29, 2009 Hi, I've got some Corrado Leather Recaros and they are pretty much mint apart from the drivers seat. http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu31 ... ure001.jpg http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu31 ... ure005.jpg As you can see from the photo the upper arm bolster needs replacing. Whilst I can find the lower bolsters the uppers are quite difficult to find. My question is could I use a bolster from another seat i.e a set of ford recaros? Failing that could a competent upholsterer fabricate a new foam bolster and if so where in Kent is there a good upholsterer? Thanks Scott Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bowen 1 Posted September 29, 2009 amazing how they get in such a state!!!! :shock: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoot spanker 0 Posted September 29, 2009 amazing how they get in such a state!!!! :shock: I know, It's a pain because the rest of the interior is immaculate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 29, 2009 I have a full set of Recaro front black leather covers removed from my car when I had a retrim, they are as good as you will find in original condition. I'm willing to sell if you are interested, will transform the seats 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leonard 0 Posted September 29, 2009 I have a full set of Recaro front black leather covers removed from my car when I had a retrim, they are as good as you will find in original condition. I'm willing to sell if you are interested, will transform the seats 8) Now that is what I call a lifeline! 8) :salute: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoot spanker 0 Posted September 29, 2009 I have a full set of Recaro front black leather covers removed from my car when I had a retrim, they are as good as you will find in original condition. I'm willing to sell if you are interested, will transform the seats 8) I could be interested :D What sort of price were you looking after? I don't suppose you have an upper foam bolster lying around? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 29, 2009 Quickest, cheapest and easiest way as new leather simply won't look quite the same. A typical quote for a quality retrim of front Recaros only is approx £650. Include all panels and headrests, Would you think £125 plus p&p sounds fair? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 29, 2009 Bolsters from the base are unique to Corrados I believe there is a difference in shape. The upper side bolsters should be OK from http://www.capitalseating.co.uk/ Hope this helps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bristolbaron 11 Posted September 29, 2009 Quickest, cheapest and easiest way as new leather simply won't look quite the same. A typical quote for a quality retrim of front Recaros only is approx £650. Include all panels and headrests, Would you think £125 plus p&p sounds fair? id say it sounds like bloody bargain! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon green 5 Posted September 29, 2009 Thats a good price, where abouts in Kent are you ? as i know a good trimmer in Kent. my drivers seat went in the same area as yours (not recaro) to re-do the upper bolster he charged me £170 ! buy these covers you have been offered ! Or someone will beat you to it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chiller1 0 Posted September 29, 2009 mjinteriors.co.uk look on website the work speaks for its self. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoot spanker 0 Posted September 29, 2009 I think I will take those off you mate. Could you post up a picture just so I can see the condition? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 29, 2009 Here you go. They are in pretty good shape, and were in the car when I used to enter it at shows and its done OK in the past. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KipVR 1 Posted September 29, 2009 Can't you still buy the Recaro bolsters from VW? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoot spanker 0 Posted September 30, 2009 Can't you still buy the Recaro bolsters from VW? I did ask at VW but the old guy said that Corrados didn't come with Recaros :shrug: :cuckoo: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 30, 2009 are you intested in the seat covers? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OSV 0 Posted September 30, 2009 I have a late spec full leather rear too, its absolutely perfect like new and barely if ever sat in. I will be having a retrim soon so the full covers will be available or if I was supplied with a cloth bench i'd get the covers switched over by my trimmer. You will not find better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoot spanker 0 Posted October 6, 2009 Hi mate, they look immaculate. I will take them on the proviso that the bank will give me money. I will check today and get back to you. Regards Scott Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Langdon 0 Posted October 6, 2009 GOD i wish i could get me hands on a set of these seats, they just look the business, hey OSV what happened to the BBS steering wheel?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Storm 0 Posted October 7, 2009 I'll have second bibs if scoot spanker doesn't purchase these off you OSV :D :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
