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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 06:38 PM
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I remember seeing one interior that was done by them (I think) that was the 2nd gen GS with the ivory interior which the owner changed the leather to match the 2-tone door panels.

Anyone know what I'm talking about? I've been searching everywhere for the pics....Was it done by leatherseats.com?

I am thinking about updating my interior, but I want it to look as OEM as possible I am very picky with colour matching and it needs to be EXACT.

My rear seats are in pristine condition, my passenger seats looks worn and my drivers seat is horrible. I would also want to replace the centre console leather.

Comments? Suggestions?

How much would I be looking at to have this installed by someone?
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 11:19 PM
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I bought mine in the summer at a group buy price ,mine are 2-tone with perforated centers and contrast stitching . Kit came with seatcovers ,all headrest, both armrest, and 4 pieces to replace the door leather. Feels good and fits nice and after 7 months car still smells like new leather,
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Old Mar 17, 2009 | 11:21 PM
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Here are the rear seats
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 07:42 AM
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I beleive that is it!

What colours are those on the leatherseats website and do they match the oem colours exact?
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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 07:48 AM
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charmz, please search the vendor marketplace forum for leatherseats. I've posted pictures showing their swatches overlayed on the OEM.

edit -here's their most recent (now expired) gb with links to those pics
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/clu...gb-2008-a.html

thread on cost to install or diy

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...tall-cost.html

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Old Mar 19, 2009 | 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by charmz
I beleive that is it!

What colours are those on the leatherseats website and do they match the oem colours exact?
Dave, thanks for the info ^ ^. Charms, I'm not sure what color those are on the leather seats but I can vouch. I've seen them in person at a local meet a while back.

These seats are awesome! Unless Mike comes in and says any different you won't regret the purchase.

With that said, Mike hit me up when you have time. I have some plans I'd like to share when the dust settles on my end ( busy busy busy)
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Old Mar 19, 2009 | 08:13 AM
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wish they would run another GB
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Old Mar 19, 2009 | 08:35 AM
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I hate to post a negative comment, being that Leatherseats.com is a CL sponsor and I've never seen a negative comment about their product from anyone else, but....

I bought their kit for my 94 LS400 from them a couple years ago, and I'm not very happy. First of all the fit isnt perfect, mostly on passenger seat - the back portion of seat is too short and on the very bottom there was no way to cover the inside of the seat completely... It is not visible unless the seat is reclined all the way down, but still. Also, on the back, where the plastic panel goes, the fit isnt 100%, after you put the panel on, there are small exposed areas where the coverage isnt complete. I think it may have to do with the fact that Lexus changed the passenger seat from 89-92 to 93-94 but Leatherseats.com kit is the same?

Also I don't know if I like the quality of the leather. It is certainly durable but the surface has a lot of texture, its not anywhere as smooth or soft as Lexus leather. And probably because of that texture it seems to attract all the dirt right away and doesnt seem easy to clean.

All in all I would say it is worth it if your seats are in bad shape, but if your seats are in good shape and you're considering this for two tone or color replacement, I'd have say it isn't worth it.

Also, to clear things up, I didnt buy the kit from CL, I bought it directly from Leatherseats.com ebay auction. Paid around $450 or so for the both front seats.
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