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Old Nov 17, 2020 | 05:17 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2020 | 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Sin1UZFE
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Are you seeking a dash cover because yours is cracked or, because you prefer something that appears less mass produced ?

No question the 1990-2000 LS400 dash pad resembles Toyota's generics...however the Mercedes Benz dashes of the time were spartan.

If the former, then while a big job, numerous yard pulls available.

If the latter, then have a look at contemporary Lexus dash cover materials

Elements of the LS500 interior appear as functional artwork.

The organic dash panel(s) appear covered in leather or suede-like material with contrasting stitching to appear more luxury category elegant and exclusive.

Probably could be replicated as a reasonably priced dash cover without appearing toupee like.



2020 LS500 dash


What really impresses is the origamic fabric pleated door panels:

https://newsroom.lexus.eu/2018-lexus-ls-takumi-craftsmanship-stories-chapter-1-origami-fabric-pleating.

https://youtu.be/Zy9cfF0dnhs?t=10

If the pattern could be replicated then another cool project.

The cut glass, while striking, has no place in an automobile interior.

https://lexusenthusiast.com/2018/04/...ko-glass-trim/


You won't find this leve of handicraftswomanship in a Mercedes...








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Old Nov 18, 2020 | 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by YODAONE
Are you seeking a dash cover because yours is cracked or, because you prefer something that appears less mass produced ?

No question the 1990-2000 LS400 dash pad resembles Toyota's generics...however the Mercedes Benz dashes of the time were spartan.

If the former, then while a big job, numerous yard pulls available.

If the latter, then have a look at contemporary Lexus dash cover materials

Elements of the LS500 interior appear as functional artwork.

The organic dash panel(s) appear covered in leather or suede-like material with contrasting stitching to appear more luxury category elegant and exclusive.

Probably could be replicated as a reasonably priced dash cover without appearing toupee like.



2020 LS500 dash


What really impresses is the origamic fabric pleated door panels:

https://newsroom.lexus.eu/2018-lexus...abric-pleating.

https://youtu.be/Zy9cfF0dnhs?t=10

If the pattern could be replicated then another cool project.

The cut glass, while striking, has no place in an automobile interior.

https://lexusenthusiast.com/2018/04/...ko-glass-trim/


You won't find this leve of handicraftswomanship in a Mercedes...


https://youtu.be/vTKxDJqCZW0
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