I've searched for but not found a thread discussing what people generally do about their older, worn leather seat covers. As the fleet of W123s/W126s is older and typically higher miles, the drivers seats invariably have worn spots. What do people do? I don't necessarily want to spring for $800 worth of replacement seat covers. I would rather not have one of those big woolly sheepskin covers -- I pass a lot of gas and don't want the smell trapped in there. I absolutely don't want a $29.95 set with flames or 8-balls from the local parts store. Duct tape? Don't be ridiculous!

Do you folks generally have a local upholstery shop replace the arm rest and seat back or seat bottom covers, attempting to dye them the correct color. Do you wait for a donor car that is low miles, immaculate interior and no seat wear (yeah, right!)?

My car is a top-of-the-line luxury cruiser, and I want to respect that heritage. On the other hand, I don't have $800 waiting to fly away.

So, what does everyone else do? Or better yet, does anyone have a good driver's seat back and armrest in palomino or a driver's seat back and bottom in tobacco? I need to do something with the seats in two late model W126 SDLs.

What says the forum?

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1990 350SDL (It's a work in progress) 250K mi
1991 350SDL that was SUPPOSED to be a parts car 323K mi
2000 F350 Powerstroke 180K mi, 100K mi on B20 - B99
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1982 300D
1991 Jetta ECO Diesel