Removing And Transferring Leather Seat Trim

[lexynik]

i have a 2004 full leather interior and want to take thre leather off and put it on my seats - has anyone ever stripped an is200 seat down and removed the external trim ?

[jay_russell]

yes mate have do it all and you need a set of hog nose pliers and staples to put it all back together. not so have if you have the right tools. shop them from eBay

[lexynik]

thanks jay

[Monster-Mat]

why not just put the 2004 seats into your car?

[lexynik]

matt - was going to swap the leather as seats are in a car with no windows and sat for a long time- i was worried about mould smells etc in the foam (the leather can clean up ok) plus i thought there could be issues with electrics in the seats after prolonged exposure to the elements - heated seats,motors etc - also didnt want any squeaks from rusty frames maybe - plus mines a 1999 and interior is from a 2004 so minor wiring issues and seatbelt compatability problems maybe - ive given up on the idea now as it seems like a lot of hard work when im looking for a new car anyway