Why no leather horn pad on upper trim levels?

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05-03-2017, 01:39 AM

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sunsalem

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Originally Posted by DaveFerrari458

Just wondering? Even if GM uses the highest quality leather out there, it cannot cost more than $10! It's a small touch that adds quite a bit to the richness and ambience of the interior.

Even though the C7 is available with the most luxurious Corvette interior yet, it is still filled with plenty of cheapness in design, materials, and fit & finish.
In no way does it remind me of a Jag or an Aston.

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05-03-2017, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Vyper340

Many manufacturers make them in leather. It adds a nice touch and demonstration of attention to details. That is something that many high line cars do...

Assuming that shows an attention to details is a mistake. Things don't work that way in the real world.

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05-03-2017, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Vyper340

Many manufacturers make them in leather. It adds a nice touch and demonstration of attention to details. That is something that many high line cars do...

Like who? I just did a search for several steering wheels. Lambo, Ferarri, Aston Martin, Bentley, Jaguar, etc.

You'd think that I'd see at least one steering wheel with a leather covered airbag, right? No.

Hmmmmm....maybe there's a reason. Do you think it could be possible that it's not a good idea to cover an exploding airbag with stitched leather?....and an even better idea not to re-upholster a safety device that has been crash tested? - I do.