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I just noticed wood trim on a steering wheel and by the radio for a car online. That's not normally there, is it? Was that part of a package, or a random upgrade/downgrade?
If it's factory it's an option. It would be an upgrade for sure, like the Alumalook, CF..etc
Seems like the wood is either a love it or hate it kind of thing.
We have the wood package in the Cayenne, and it is quite nice. That being said, I don't think I would like it as much in the Carrera. I'd rather have carbon fiber.
yeah it's a red interior car, which I think is awesome, but with wood trim looks tacky IMO. I like the CF trim more. To me fake wood in a sports car just doesnt work
edit: so i guess along w this trim question, can you visably see the diff bw the supple leather and normal leather from pics? It seems most listings make no mention of it with the rare exception of a couple porsche dealers
I don't think it's fake wood - I think it is real wood. That being said, I still prefer carbon fiber in a sports car.
And yes - you can easily tell the difference between supple and regular leather by looking at photos.
Oh awesome thanks guys! I immediately was thinking something was wrong w some cars bc nearly identical ones would have some seats looking mint and others looking all wrinkly. Didnt realize that was actually better!
Well, the supple leather does cost more as it is an additional option on top of the full leather seats (vs. leather seating surfaces) option. Whether you think it looks better after a few years or not, is a matter of opinion. BTW, it was possible to get full leather seats, front and rear, without the supple leather option, but few cars were ordered that way.
For supple leather with extensive dark wood (3-spoke steering wheel, shift ****, emergency brake, center console, instrument surround, door pulls and door pocket covers), see attached pix:
Okay good pic thanks. It's not really my style, but I think it does look nice there. I saw it paired with boxster red interior, and the red/brown combo just didnt look right
As the wood ages inthe 996s keep a close eye on it. One of our club members has a 996 turbo and the wood is falling apart. It's a fairly thin veneer and it just can't handle the heat, if allowed to simply sit in a parking lot during the day.
Perhaps you can cover it up, or moisturize it periodically. Don't let it go bad!! (You probably wouldn't want to know what a piece of that stuff costs later to replace).
Personally, I think a little wood is just fine. The original 911s had wood dashes.
Yeah, at one time I was seriously considering a nice kind of bronze metallic 996 that had full leather and the wood pieces.
It was very nice, but seemed more like a Mercedes interior, a bit of out of character....
Ed,
Are you talking about the second photo on this page (Edgy01's photo)? If so that is is a pic of his (Dan's a.k.a. Edgy01) '06 997 Cab. He has Natural Brown Leather and the Makassar wood trim.
You guys don't miss much. That rosewood covers up the controls for my Valentine 1 (remote). Custom Install.
https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...tallation.html
Dan,
I agree with Nicholaas. Staining it with a Walnut or Cherry (or a mixture of the two) would make it look very similar to the Makassar wood. Even if it was a half shade off, I don't think the difference would be noticable.
It's a good idea to get it to match. I just happened to have a piece of rosewood leftover from another project and so I used it. My goal was to cover up, and not to draw attention to it (particularly since it is covering up the radar detector controls). In retrospect, most 'authorities' would have no idea that that piece wasn't stock and not notice it in the least. Perhaps I can play with some of the stains I have around the place and report back!
If the stains don't work out, you could always paint it silver to match the console, or cover it with matching leather (I always like to think ahead in case I screw up...).
