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Old Jan 8, 2012 | 11:11 AM
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I have a 2005 with no radio controls, what are my options for restoring or upgrading the steering wheel? I really like the suede wheel on the new 2012 packages, but those don't look compatible.
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Old Jan 8, 2012 | 11:15 AM
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Look to APSIS or DSVETTES.Pick what you want.The dealer can swap out the wheel is less then 45 minutes for you.
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Originally Posted by Jack Package
I have a 2005 with no radio controls, what are my options for restoring or upgrading the steering wheel? I really like the suede wheel on the new 2012 packages, but those don't look compatible.
If you're looking to upgrade to get use of the radio controls on the new wheel, you might want to do a search, I inquired about this awhile back and if I'm remembering right, it's a major job to get the radio buttons to work, might have to put in a newer navi unit if you have navigation, check it out.
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Here's my 2005 wheel from DS Vettes. I went with all solid ebony leather and stitching with the ergonomic grips. In addition, although you can't see it in this picture the bottom of the wheel is flat.

DS Vettes can make this wheel with your choice of leather and stitching color(s) (even multi-tone), solid or perforated leather, or your choice of other materials including alcantara. In other words, they can do pretty much anything you want. The quality of their work is top shelf and their customer service is the best in the business.

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Old Jan 8, 2012 | 12:39 PM
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DSVettes, APSIS, & Caravaggio all make HIGH quality re-coverings, including changing the shape of the wheel if wanted. Do some searching here on the forum. MANY options.
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