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Old May 30, 2026 | 07:38 PM
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Found a 2017 3LT that I really like, however, it has the dash separation in a few areas. I know that injecting glue can help, but does anyone know what it would cost to replace a dash should it come to that?
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With OEM leather I was quoted ~$4k. I went with non OEM leather for ~$2k, I can tell the difference but I don't plan to sell to anyone else.

Priced in Denver for reference.
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I hope you are getting a deep discount for it. If it is a dealer, I would make arrangements for the repair before I took it home.

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I would negotiate a discount ( like $4k ) to allow for the repair & if the seller refuses, I would move on to the next one
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A lot! Let us know if you try the glue and syringe. I think one of the reasons the dash gets messed up, is people slathering conditioner on it. The only thing I use on my dash is a very slightly damp cloth. It's a 2014 and hasn't changed in the last 3 years. I don't even use a sunshade when I park it outside.
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Originally Posted by Vette Jockey
I hope you are getting a deep discount for it. If it is a dealer, I would make arrangements for the repair before I took it home.


I'm wondering, what do dealers do with the original dashboard after replacing it? Can it be repaired and offer it as a less expensive second?
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The original dashboard gets reused, they recover it
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So, there's a core charge?
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