Leather dash

tareemaa · 08-11-2015, 09:32 AM

So i really didn't think 3 grand for full leather was worth it but I really wish they offered only a dash option for less. Are there any solutions out there to have just the dash covered or to buy a new top piece. I have an SO interior and would love to have black leather with red stitching up there.

Ian1973 · 08-11-2015, 09:34 AM

I wouldn't trust an aftermarket job.

In addition to the top of the dash, the front of the glovebox and the doors are what add the feeling of upscale. I'm very glad I got it myself.

BavarianDevil · 08-11-2015, 09:42 AM

The $3K covers an entire different level of leather in the car. I have always upgraded the inside of the car since that's where I spend most of my time. It feels good and looks good. Is it expensive...sure but on a % basis compared to the rest of the purchase price it's a small price to pay to enjoy the spoils of a nice leather interior. Anything aftermarket IMO would be a big mistake.

tareemaa · 08-11-2015, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Ian1973

I wouldn't trust an aftermarket job.

In addition to the top of the dash, the front of the glovebox and the doors are what add the feeling of upscale. I'm very glad I got it myself.

The whole setup looks great, but I really wouldn't need it all, if I just have the dash I'd be happy.

tareemaa · 08-11-2015, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BavarianDevil

The $3K covers an entire different level of leather in the car. I have always upgraded the inside of the car since that's where I spend most of my time. It feels good and looks good. Is it expensive...sure but on a % basis compared to the rest of the purchase price it's a small price to pay to enjoy the spoils of a nice leather interior. Anything aftermarket IMO would be a big mistake.

Are you saying its a different quality leather, because I dont think that's the case, there's just more of it. The ideal scenario is that I'd be able to buy the upper dash piece from BMW with it already covered, like a replacement piece.

Amgeater2 · 08-11-2015, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by tareemaa

Are you saying its a different quality leather, because I dont think that's the case, there's just more of it. The ideal scenario is that I'd be able to buy the upper dash piece from BMW with it already covered, like a replacement piece.

and then he will end up paying well over 3K

to be honest with you the 3K for the full leather is very well price out... I dont get where he is getting from that it was not worth it ??

Technic · 08-22-2015, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by tareemaa

So i really didn't think 3 grand for full leather was worth it but I really wish they offered only a dash option for less. Are there any solutions out there to have just the dash covered or to buy a new top piece. I have an SO interior and would love to have black leather with red stitching up there.

There is no "top" piece of the dash, leather or not. The Full Leather dash is one single piece covered with leather.

Xtabi · 08-22-2015, 09:23 PM

I'm with you OP. I wish I could have selected an option for a leather dash. I did not like SO w the hockey stick look. Had I gone all black I would have selected full leather.

It's a shame that you can select a leather dash on lower model BMWs but not the M3.

tareemaa · 08-22-2015, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Xtabi

I'm with you OP. I wish I could have selected an option for a leather dash. I did not like SO w the hockey stick look. Had I gone all black I would have selected full leather.

It's a shame that you can select a leather dash on lower model BMWs but not the M3.

Yea, 3 grand to have a dash, doors, and glove covered I leather was not worth my money. I bought the M because I'm an M driver. The creature comforts are just a plus, I wasn't ready to drop a ton of cash for "luxury" options. I have a base M with leather and HK sound, that's all I needed, the leather is cool, I'm not losing sleep over not having the premium feel of full leather. With all that said, is someone offered me a quality option to get the dash covered like OEM, I'd take it.

F83 · 08-22-2015, 11:57 PM

I got extended vs full leather. The ONLY choice I regret is not going full leather. But.. Never when I'm driving, only when I'm hanging out here.

metrickid · 08-23-2015, 01:37 AM

On the regular 3-series (and 4) you can get the top of the dash in leather for $1000 (swedish price) and the full dash + doors are $250 more. So I think that is what the OP would have liked to be an option for the M's too.

Technic · 08-23-2015, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Rossifumi

On the regular 3-series (and 4) you can get the top of the dash in leather for $1000 (swedish price) and the full dash + doors are $250 more. So I think that is what the OP would have liked to be an option for the M's too.

There is no "top" of the dash in leather, not even in the Swedish F3x. It is the Full Leather dashboard (4M5), Full Leather dashboard with top of the doors (XT1, and only with Individual interiors) or no Leather.

metrickid · 08-23-2015, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

There is no "top" of the dash in leather, not even in the Swedish F3x. It is the Full Leather dashboard (4M5), Full Leather dashboard with top of the doors (XT1, and only with Individual interiors) or no Leather.

Well, that is what I meant (two cheaper options). I just worded it pretty bad.

F83 · 08-23-2015, 09:51 AM

It does make sense that it should be possible to swap out your dash and replace it with an OEM leather covered part. If I were to try to add full leather after the fact that is the *only* way I would do it. That said, the price would be way way more than $3k I am sure. I'd guess $10k.

EfEightyM3 · 08-23-2015, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by F83

I got extended vs full leather. The ONLY choice I regret is not going full leather. But.. Never when I'm driving, only when I'm hanging out here.

Full leather wasn't even full leather IMO. Full leather to me is everything covered. Dash top and bottom, full doors (not just a portion), center console, the part where the rear view mirror mounts to the windshield, the back of the seats, etc. Full leather couldn't make up for the remainder of the very cheap feeling interior on my F80 M3, and to boot the headliner felt even cheaper.

Technic · 08-23-2015, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by F83

It does make sense that it should be possible to swap out your dash and replace it with an OEM leather covered part. If I were to try to add full leather after the fact that is the *only* way I would do it. That said, the price would be way way more than $3k I am sure. I'd guess $10k.

It is about $2200 for the Full Leather dashboard and $350 for the leather glovebox door.

UggBoots · 08-23-2015, 02:54 PM

How's the DIY for them?

bigsid05 · 08-23-2015, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by EfEightyM3

Full leather wasn't even full leather IMO. Full leather to me is everything covered. Dash top and bottom, full doors (not just a portion), center console, the part where the rear view mirror mounts to the windshield, the back of the seats, etc. Full leather couldn't make up for the remainder of the very cheap feeling interior on my F80 M3, and to boot the headliner felt even cheaper.

Full leather does help though, without it the F3X/F8X interior is pretty ugly. Lots of obvious molded plastic slapped together unbecoming of a $65K-$80K+ car. Full leather at least elevates it from 'awful' to 'nice', though not particularly special. Of course, just my opinion though.

Technic · 08-23-2015, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by UggBoots

How's the DIY for them?

This is the kind of question that, if you have to ask then... pay the dealer to do it.

Replacing the whole dash and glovebox is about a 4-5 hour job if you know your way with interiors, harnesses, clips, and connectors. It is quite messy but ultimately rewarding -if you like this kind of DIY.

DandyKing · 08-23-2015, 04:22 PM

Thing i noticed from full leather is not only how nice it looks but the doors feel more solid and close with a lot less rattle.

MasterP · 08-25-2015, 09:44 AM

I hated the Red contrast stitch in the SO interior. I preferred the white/Silver Stitching on the black and SS interiors. I could have dealt with the Hockey stick, but I hate that stitching.

Ian1973 · 08-25-2015, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by tareemaa

Yea, 3 grand to have a dash, doors, and glove covered I leather was not worth my money. I bought the M because I'm an M driver. The creature comforts are just a plus, I wasn't ready to drop a ton of cash for "luxury" options. I have a base M with leather and HK sound, that's all I needed, the leather is cool, I'm not losing sleep over not having the premium feel of full leather. With all that said, is someone offered me a quality option to get the dash covered like OEM, I'd take it.

lol Are you implying because people prefer a different look to you that we are not "M" drivers? Give me a break.

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Ian1973 Colonel 736 Rep 2,134 Posts Drives: 15 M3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Charlton, NY iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't trust an aftermarket job. In addition to the top of the dash, the front of the glovebox and the doors are what add the feeling of upscale. I'm very glad I got it myself.
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BavarianDevil Private First Class 52 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M4 Silverstone/Beige Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Almaden Valley, South San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	The $3K covers an entire different level of leather in the car. I have always upgraded the inside of the car since that's where I spend most of my time. It feels good and looks good. Is it expensive...sure but on a % basis compared to the rest of the purchase price it's a small price to pay to enjoy the spoils of a nice leather interior. Anything aftermarket IMO would be a big mistake.
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Xtabi Colonel 1702 Rep 2,127 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (0)	I'm with you OP. I wish I could have selected an option for a leather dash. I did not like SO w the hockey stick look. Had I gone all black I would have selected full leather. It's a shame that you can select a leather dash on lower model BMWs but not the M3. __________________ 2016 F80 \| MG/SO \| DCT \| Adaptive M Suspension \| 19" Black 437M Wheels \| CF Roof \| CF Trim
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metrickid Dinosaur supervisor 3030 Rep 4,214 Posts Drives: E91 318d Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Autobahn iTrader: (0)	On the regular 3-series (and 4) you can get the top of the dash in leather for $1000 (swedish price) and the full dash + doors are $250 more. So I think that is what the OP would have liked to be an option for the M's too.
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MasterP Colonel 721 Rep 2,342 Posts Drives: All the M's Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Where do you want me? iTrader: (8)	I hated the Red contrast stitch in the SO interior. I preferred the white/Silver Stitching on the black and SS interiors. I could have dealt with the Hockey stick, but I hate that stitching.
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