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Old 15-08-2020, 09:43 AM   #1
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Default Leather seats

I have a 2004 BAXR8 ute with damaged leather seats. I have a few questions in regards to them.

1. Is it real leather?
2. Any idear on where i can purchase it?
3.any idear on price to have them re upholstered

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Old 15-08-2020, 09:46 AM   #2
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1. No
2. Wouldn't bother buying factory unless you are really strapped for cash.
3. I'm not sure, but do some ringing around of your local trimmers.
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Old 15-08-2020, 09:54 AM   #3
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XR8ED, where are you located?
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Old 15-08-2020, 10:09 AM   #4
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The bit you sit on is real leather.
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The bit you sit on is real leather.
That is my understanding as well. Many manufacturers use vinyl or equivalent for side panels and smaller trim pieces.
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Only $2,200

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FPV-FG-G...frcectupt=true
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Only $3300 and come with car attached.

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/wood...gon/1242669003
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