S40: - Advice for worn Seat Upholstery

S400JDR · Nov 16th, 2016, 14:19

Hello All,

Extremely new to this so please try and be patient with me as I attempt to work out how to use the forum! I have a Volvo S40 2.0D 2008 R-design Sport, It seems to be fairly common that the seats are in bad condition.

I'm interested in having them re-upholstered / Repaired / Replaced.

I have had the seats professionally cleaned, this was a waste of time as the leather just looks cleaner but still stretched and worn.

I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on how they resolved this issue? Did they replace the seats or did they get them repaired?

I am wanting to swap out the Beige/Grey leather interior and replace it with a fabric interior at some point. Not sure if there is anywhere I can purchase the upholstery covers and replace them myself, i've seen people do this on Youtube and read a few threads on here that talk through it.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

many thanks,
Jordan

Mister Rog · Nov 16th, 2016, 18:10

I'll be interested to see any replies. The leather drivers seat on my XC70 is worn at the usual place. Not sure how easy it is to find and fit 2nd hand seat with all the electrics.

The Thong · Nov 16th, 2016, 18:21

I had my 2002 S60 drivers seat done by the dealers. You could buy the cover from the dealer and get an upholsterer to fit it for you. I bought a new squab sponge and cover, the leatherette was knackered. The dealer quoted me for 1hr labour to do the job and the parts that come to £360. Heh, it took the mechanic 3.5hrs to do the job but they only charged me the hour. Best money I ever spent. The seat was great after

Nov 16th, 2016, 14:19	#1
S400JDR Jordan Richmond S40 2.0D Last Online: Jan 7th, 2018 14:34 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Farnham	Advice for worn Seat Upholstery Hello All, Extremely new to this so please try and be patient with me as I attempt to work out how to use the forum! I have a Volvo S40 2.0D 2008 R-design Sport, It seems to be fairly common that the seats are in bad condition. I'm interested in having them re-upholstered / Repaired / Replaced. I have had the seats professionally cleaned, this was a waste of time as the leather just looks cleaner but still stretched and worn. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on how they resolved this issue? Did they replace the seats or did they get them repaired? I am wanting to swap out the Beige/Grey leather interior and replace it with a fabric interior at some point. Not sure if there is anywhere I can purchase the upholstery covers and replace them myself, i've seen people do this on Youtube and read a few threads on here that talk through it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. many thanks, Jordan

Nov 16th, 2016, 18:10	#2
Mister Rog New Member Last Online: Jun 24th, 2020 16:57 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: West Wales	I'll be interested to see any replies. The leather drivers seat on my XC70 is worn at the usual place. Not sure how easy it is to find and fit 2nd hand seat with all the electrics. __________________ '06 XC70 D5 Auto '12 V70 D3 Auto

Nov 16th, 2016, 18:21	#3
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:19 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	I had my 2002 S60 drivers seat done by the dealers. You could buy the cover from the dealer and get an upholsterer to fit it for you. I bought a new squab sponge and cover, the leatherette was knackered. The dealer quoted me for 1hr labour to do the job and the parts that come to £360. Heh, it took the mechanic 3.5hrs to do the job but they only charged me the hour. Best money I ever spent. The seat was great after __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

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