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nards444 · 06-02-2009, 08:41 PM

i agree its minascule, but i agree the gauges should have came with it

novajess1972 · 06-02-2009, 08:47 PM

The gauges sawyed my decision considerably, too. I probably could've done without the leather.

Scotsman · 06-02-2009, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by novajess1972

I probably could've done without the leather.

Haha. You say that now.

BlemsBumble · 06-02-2009, 09:24 PM

When I found out that leather wasn't available on the 1SS, I knew that was the car I was going to buy.

Scotsman · 06-02-2009, 09:39 PM

While I've seen a 5thgen with leather and have only sat in one with cloth I think there are some obvious pro's and con's to both being an owner of a car that has leather and spending plenty of time in many with cloth.

First off I notice lots of different textures of fabric being used for cloth seats now days. The one I saw in the Camaro was nice in appearance but felt a little rough upon seating. I think a lot of how I feel about the cloth in the 5thgen comes from the beige color that was on the car I sat in and I absolutely HATED it. I think I'll have to sit in a car with black cloth to get a feel as to whether or not I'll like it. I'm also unsure about cleanliness as cloth tends to absorb and hold a lot of odors and spills.

As for leather I don't like it's high degree of temperature sensitivity, especially living in Southern California. As many have already said it doesn't wear well without intense care after many years have passed on. Other than that it's comfy and adds a nice premium feel to the car. However I'm not sure it's worth the cost for me. Time will tell how this all plays out but it would have been nice if Chevy had offered some alternative materials for the seat fabric.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 06-02-2009, 09:41 PM

I have sat in over ten 2010 camaros, and I am yet to sit in one with a leather interior:(

chrisgalles · 06-02-2009, 09:58 PM

if it wasn't for the 400/426....i may have fallen asleep in the camaro's leather recliners...man those were the most comfortable vehicle seats i've ever sat in (maybe i need to get out more).

catmaster1 · 06-02-2009, 10:20 PM

I did leather just for the smell! J/K love the way it looks and feels

catmaster1 · 06-02-2009, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro_corvette

I have sat in over ten 2010 camaros, and I am yet to sit in one with a leather interior:(

Wierd all three I sat in have been leather

*Camaro_Corvette* · 06-02-2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by catmaster1

Wierd all three I sat in have been leather

I know. Crazy

FenwickHockey65 · 06-02-2009, 10:24 PM

The leather in Thor was awesome. Best seats I've ever been in.

But the cloth seats in the 1LT/RS at my local Chevy dealer were comfortable as well.

IMO, leather's better, but for those on a budget, you won't be too disappointed with cloth.

mbavenger · 06-02-2009, 10:25 PM

I have 2 LT, I really like the leather feel and smell. Fits like a glove!! But it is what YOU like that matters.

Wolverine · 06-02-2009, 10:35 PM

If you've got cloth seats, you could always upgrade down the road. Maybe with some Sparco racing seats.

quickdraw · 06-02-2009, 10:55 PM

I've been waiting for this car my whole life and want it with every feature. Some things appeal to me and I have gone with leather seats in every car I've bought over the last 15 years. All leathers aren't the same but this leather is good quallity. Properly taken care of it will only get more comfortable over the years and will still be in great shape 10-15 years from now.

06-02-2009, 08:41 PM	#29
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,123 View My Garage	i agree its minascule, but i agree the gauges should have came with it __________________ 2010 1SS/RS Black, CGM stripes, polished Rims, Tinted windows, Hurst shifter

06-02-2009, 08:47 PM	#30
novajess1972 I Done Caught Diabeetus. Drives: 1972 Chevelle SS/2010 Tundra Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston/Humble Posts: 591	The gauges sawyed my decision considerably, too. I probably could've done without the leather. __________________ CANCELLED ORDER: 1SS/CGM/MN6/BLACK RALLY STRIPES

06-02-2009, 09:24 PM	#32
BlemsBumble Drives: '13 ZL1 #662; '10 SS; '99 SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Clovis CA Posts: 457	When I found out that leather wasn't available on the 1SS, I knew that was the car I was going to buy. __________________

06-02-2009, 09:39 PM	#33
Scotsman Auto Pilot Drives: Gunmetal Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 1,307	think I'll chime in now with my thoughts... While I've seen a 5thgen with leather and have only sat in one with cloth I think there are some obvious pro's and con's to both being an owner of a car that has leather and spending plenty of time in many with cloth. First off I notice lots of different textures of fabric being used for cloth seats now days. The one I saw in the Camaro was nice in appearance but felt a little rough upon seating. I think a lot of how I feel about the cloth in the 5thgen comes from the beige color that was on the car I sat in and I absolutely HATED it. I think I'll have to sit in a car with black cloth to get a feel as to whether or not I'll like it. I'm also unsure about cleanliness as cloth tends to absorb and hold a lot of odors and spills. As for leather I don't like it's high degree of temperature sensitivity, especially living in Southern California. As many have already said it doesn't wear well without intense care after many years have passed on. Other than that it's comfy and adds a nice premium feel to the car. However I'm not sure it's worth the cost for me. Time will tell how this all plays out but it would have been nice if Chevy had offered some alternative materials for the seat fabric. __________________ "Let the rest of the world dream of Ferraris, Lamborghinis and dinky little British two-seaters. In this country speed doesn't look like that." Got SS?

06-02-2009, 09:41 PM	#34
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,709 View My Garage	I have sat in over ten 2010 camaros, and I am yet to sit in one with a leather interior:( __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

06-02-2009, 09:58 PM	#35
chrisgalles TEXAS FIGHT! Drives: Awesome Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Longview, Tx Posts: 1,226	if it wasn't for the 400/426....i may have fallen asleep in the camaro's leather recliners...man those were the most comfortable vehicle seats i've ever sat in (maybe i need to get out more).

06-02-2009, 10:20 PM	#36
catmaster1 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 370 View My Garage	I did leather just for the smell! J/K love the way it looks and feels

06-02-2009, 10:24 PM	#39
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	The leather in Thor was awesome. Best seats I've ever been in. But the cloth seats in the 1LT/RS at my local Chevy dealer were comfortable as well. IMO, leather's better, but for those on a budget, you won't be too disappointed with cloth. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

06-02-2009, 10:25 PM	#40
mbavenger Drives: 2010 2LT 00845 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 56	I have 2 LT, I really like the leather feel and smell. Fits like a glove!! But it is what YOU like that matters.

06-02-2009, 10:35 PM	#41
Wolverine Drives: RX-8 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Behind you! Posts: 456 View My Garage	If you've got cloth seats, you could always upgrade down the road. Maybe with some Sparco racing seats.

06-02-2009, 10:55 PM	#42
quickdraw Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 262	I've been waiting for this car my whole life and want it with every feature. Some things appeal to me and I have gone with leather seats in every car I've bought over the last 15 years. All leathers aren't the same but this leather is good quallity. Properly taken care of it will only get more comfortable over the years and will still be in great shape 10-15 years from now. __________________ 2010 Yellow 2SS/RS, L99 Auto, Grey Leather, Polished 20's

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