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Dave's911 05-01-2010 09:00 PM

Upgraded console lid
 
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Has anyone purchased either of the console lids available from Suncoast with the Porsche logo embossed into them?
There are two available. One for $699.95, the other for $269.95. I am obviously attracted to the lower cost option, but would be interested to see if anyone has one and whether they look "low cost" (cheap).
Pics of each below, although you can't really tell from the pictures. The first one is the lower cost option.
Thanks.

KeninBlaine 05-01-2010 09:51 PM

I assume the pricier one is leather, and the cheaper one isn't? If so, pictures will look the same, but up close and personal, the leather will feel and look better. For that kind of money, you can get your whole center console covered in leather at some places.

Dave's911 05-01-2010 11:10 PM

According to the site the more expensive one says premium leather, while the other says basic leather/leatherette.
Guess that's the difference, would just like to hear what the quality is like on the lower cost one, and if it'll match my interior (full leather).

Da Hapa 05-02-2010 12:01 AM

I have the natural leather piece in my car (ordered that way). It feels, smells and looks great. I can't speak to the other options.

jsmirand 05-02-2010 01:20 AM

For such a small piece, get the cheaper one and buy a nice leather jacket with the change!

YA911Fan 05-02-2010 05:44 AM

Do you want "bling" or "BLING"? Spend accordingly...

LlBr 05-02-2010 12:33 PM

Eh..., IMO? save your money or blow it on something more fun. I know it's a Porsche and yet I haven't seen mine (unembossed) in weeks. I know it's there though; I drove the car yesterday. :D

Alfaguy2 05-02-2010 01:04 PM

Have you priced a leather covered one from the Porsche dealer - ill bet they are even cheaper than those. I think the Porsche embossed logo is just a little over the top and makes it look to fussy.

Chris C. 05-02-2010 03:03 PM

I installed one of the less expensive ones as my plain 'ol vinyl one had a scrape on it.

It looks great and is really all you need IMO - the OEM one is ridiculously cheap looking and feeling - with the stitching and the embossing this one does the job for me.

I'm sure the full leather one is plusher and has a nicer smell, but this looks and feels like leather and I personally think the $700 can be spent better elsewhere.

YA911Fan 05-02-2010 03:44 PM


Originally Posted by Chris C. (Post 7533715)
I personally think the $700 can be spent better elsewhere.

Yeah, like saving up for the lighted door sills... :)

Dave's911 05-02-2010 05:22 PM


Originally Posted by Chris C. (Post 7533715)
I installed one of the less expensive ones as my plain 'ol vinyl one had a scrape on it.

It looks great and is really all you need IMO - the OEM one is ridiculously cheap looking and feeling - with the stitching and the embossing this one does the job for me.

I'm sure the full leather one is plusher and has a nicer smell, but this looks and feels like leather and I personally think the $700 can be spent better elsewhere.


Thanks Chris, that's what I was looking for.
Dave.

Eric - Plug Guy 05-02-2010 06:48 PM

The $699 unit had a major price drop over a month ago. Check with dealers, they are all under $300 now, whether with model logo or crest, regardless of leather color.

Ale_72 01-31-2019 12:56 PM

I tried to ask to my dealer about the lower cost option but there were not able to find it.
Do somebody have the part numbers of the two?
many thanks!

kellen 01-31-2019 02:36 PM


Originally Posted by Ale_72 (Post 15606148)
I tried to ask to my dealer about the lower cost option but there were not able to find it.
Do somebody have the part numbers of the two?
many thanks!

9 year old thread. May be discontinued.

Ale_72 01-31-2019 02:38 PM


Originally Posted by kellen (Post 15606398)


9 year old thread. May be discontinued.

Yes, I know. But worth to try. Suncoastparts still have both on stock but unfortunately from EU the purchase is too expensive. But having Porsche codes investigations could be more effective.


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