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Discussion in 'Detailing & Showroom' started by ROMO, Dec 6, 2014.

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  1. ROMO

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    #1 ROMO, Dec 6, 2014
    Is there a general sentiment in the Fchat community about which type of interior, Alcantara or a Leather, would hold up and look best 15, 20 or 30 years from now if properly maintained over the aforementioned time frames?
     
  2. ncjetskier

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    #2 ncjetskier, Dec 8, 2014
    I personally would rather have the "fake leather" used in today's cars. Real leather is a pain in the a$$ to maintain. Just my opinion.
     
  3. ROMO

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    #3 ROMO, Dec 9, 2014
    what kind of interiors do you have in your 348/360?
     
  4. ROMO

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    #4 ROMO, Dec 9, 2014
    your 348 is 23 years old-- is it leather and not holding all too well?
     
  5. 4right

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    #5 4right, Dec 9, 2014
    The leather in my 76 is holding up beautifully! Looks brand new. From my understanding Alcantara can show signs of wear over time.
     
  6. FLU

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    #6 FLU, Dec 9, 2014
    Alcantara looks aged from day 1 imo... But some like a "messy non-smooth" look. Both will hold up decently if u take care of it. Just get what is aesthetically pleasing to you.
     
  7. ncjetskier

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    #7 ncjetskier, Dec 9, 2014
    The 360 has leather. I drive the car more than most (about 10,000 miles per year). I am constantly cleaning the leather and conditioning it.
     

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