Leather or Hi-tech - What's the preference...?

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Post by Silversea » Sun Jul 26, 2009 1:33 pm

A20LEE wrote: When i was looking to buy my RS4, i didn't bother reading the ad's once i spotted Hi-tech on the spec
Likewise, but as mentioned, I guess it is down to personal preference. :wink:
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Post by TopBear » Sun Jul 26, 2009 1:40 pm

I think most people's perception is that a 'full leather' car is a better proposition in terms of value.
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Post by eyeball » Sun Jul 26, 2009 2:14 pm

leather for me...i'm affraid i'm one of those people who see leather as the luxury option...lol

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Post by lengster1 » Sun Jul 26, 2009 2:16 pm

Im with the last few posts

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Post by searider » Sun Jul 26, 2009 5:09 pm

When I started looking my preference was for full leather - as it should clean up easier if it gets spills on it. Bought a car with Hi Tech as the mileage and price was right (perhaps the price was depressed a little because of the Hi tec?).

I quite like it now and it does break up the "blackness"

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Post by nickwigan » Sun Jul 26, 2009 5:59 pm

iam the same i wanted leather but when i saw the condition of some cars with leather ie leather cracked no thanks ive got hi-tech i would not have it leather now
it holds u a lot better and it wears better

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Post by Virdee Autos » Sun Jul 26, 2009 6:18 pm

Agree with Lee; was always after a car with full leather. HAving found a silver leather car was just a bonus!

Now if Hi-Tech was half leather, half Alcantara, now that would be more appealing for me!
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Post by lengster1 » Sun Jul 26, 2009 7:16 pm

I dont understand !!! The hitech has leather side bolsters and thats what wears and cracks if not properly cared for! So same issue with either trim if not looked after

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Post by boxerdogted » Sun Jul 26, 2009 7:37 pm

How many times has this subject come up. Do a search and you will get a nights worth of reading and it always ends in a slanging match.
Make your own mind up and dont worry about everyone elses opinion.
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Post by davey » Sun Jul 26, 2009 7:41 pm

I wouldnt swap now looking at some of the leather ones Ive seen.

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Post by eyeball » Sun Jul 26, 2009 8:54 pm

still leather, it just needs caring for. lol

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Post by cpt_splash » Sun Jul 26, 2009 9:50 pm

I had Hi-tech for 3 years and it was great. Did not wear at all, more grippy, cooler etc. It was also child friendly. I waited till the mark was dry, then you can brush it out (depending on what they drop). Leather is still nice though, so I was not fussed either way. Personal preference.
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Post by roi354 » Sun Jul 26, 2009 9:57 pm

Had to be leather for me, sorry!!

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Post by drjones1 » Mon Jul 27, 2009 12:00 am

roi354 wrote:Had to be leather for me, sorry!!
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Post by S4INT » Mon Jul 27, 2009 10:41 am

I've had both and would now choose Hi-tech all day long. More comfortable, less slippy and wears much better. A lot of RS4 interiors with full leather are really looking tired now.
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