On Sat, 11 Jan 1997 12:41:02 -0500 (EST) RJohn50603@aol.com writes:
>In a message dated 97-01-11 11:29:47 EST, albertom@mbox.vol.it
>(Alberto
>Manganini) writes:
>
><< I completely disagree. After some cars with fabric or vinyl
>interiors I'm
> currently owning only leather trimmed cars, and for me, despite the
>cost,
> it's the way to go: they are way prettier than vinyl (especially
>after some
> times, leather gets old far better than vinyl!) and easier to clean
>than
> fabric. It's sturdy (can I say "sturdy" for leather?) and, in case of
>little
> scratches, it can be reconditioned with suitable products.
> My advice is, pay more (if you can afford it), and get much more. If
>you are
> on a budget, get seat covers with leather face and vinyl back.
> >>
>
>Alberto,
>
>I agree that leather is not only elegant but, very durable. My last
>three
>family cars have been leather. The previous two, the seats were in
>better
>shape than most anything else when I finally traded them.
>
>On an MG T series, sure that's what came on them but, on a B, I'm not
>so
>sure. Was leather ever an option on a B? I'd especially like to know
>about a
>'73.
>
>Of course, I've got carpet and that wasn't standard either as I
>understand.
>So I guess if the budget will stand it, go for it.
>
>R. Johnson - Dallas
>
>'79 Midget
>'76 Midget
>'73 MGB
>
>
I believe leather was standard on early B's . Not sure when the
changeover to vinyl took place but I'm sure Clausagers book would tell
you. I think that book is the most definitive on the B.
Bruce Durgin
64 B
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