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Clazzio leather seat covers for v

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by HutchKC, Sep 2, 2012.

  1. HutchKC

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    Ours arrived a couple weeks ago. Installed them today. Look fantastic. Long install, hands hurt. But without close inspection, they look close enough to factory. Would post pictures but already reinstalled the child seats. Armrest was difficult, as most reviews point out.

    Anyway, other than the sore hands, a nice upgrade for the price.
     
    #1 HutchKC, Sep 2, 2012
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    JACoH Enjoying the mileage

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    I would like to see the finished product, fronts only would be OK. Haven't seen any "v" installs yet. Interested to see how the armrest looks. How was the rear seat removal and re-install? Thanks.
     
    #2 JACoH, Sep 3, 2012
  3. HutchKC

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    I put a couple pictures in my profile in case this link doesn't work:
    v Clazzio seat covers | PriusChat

    The armrest still needs some work. Frankly, my hands just got too tired to try any more. And still need to work on some of the other areas that aren't flat.

    I didn't remove the rear seat. The instructions did not indicate to do so and I didn't see a need. The major complaint I have is that the nylon straps that run underneath were too short for the most part, making fastening them difficult. There is one in the back that didn't reach at all. Will have another go at it soon.

    They're not perfect but the wife is happy, therefore I am happy.
     
    #3 HutchKC, Sep 3, 2012
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    I have some on order and cant wait til I get them. Can I ask how long it took for you to get them? The estimated delivery time was the one thing that didnt make me happy.
     
    #5 Mac Prius, Sep 7, 2012
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    JACoH Enjoying the mileage

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    Looks good, thanks!
     
    #6 JACoH, Sep 8, 2012
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    I received my Clazzio leather seat covers a few days ago and split the install over a couple of days. I have a Classic Silver with the grey cloth interior. I went with the black leather with blue stitching. As the OP stated, for the price its a great upgrade to the interior of my car. Since I went from a grey cloth interior to a black leather, it dramatically changed the interior look and I really like it alot.

    Instructions need some work since it seems they were translated from Japanese to English and there were some grammar issues. I also found the instructions were a bit lacking. They state it should take about 2 hours but I estimate doing it by myself took a total of 3.5 hours. The first one took the longest as I had to figure some things out that the instructions werent clear on but once I did that the rest went faster. No seat removal required. Definitely sore hands when you finish.

    I agree with everything the OP stated regarding the rear armrest. I gave up and dont have it installed right now. I believe even after you have it installed it will not sit flush into its area with the extra material now part of the seat and the armrest so I may just leave it as it is. And just like the OP stated, there was a strap for the larger rear bottom seat that didnt reach the front and I actually ended up tearing it off trying to get it to fit. :mad:

    I also had an issue with the headrests. I have not been able to get the "J-hooks" on the bottom of the headrests to connect. The fit is so tight I havent been able to stretch the bottom enough to get them to connect. Will try to fix later.

    Overall though, I am very pleased with the product. There are a few areas that could be tighter fitting but you have to really be looking to notice. I recommend them for anyone looking to upgrade their interior.
     
    #7 Mac Prius, Nov 4, 2012
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    For the really tight areas would it help to use a hair dryer or a heat gun (carefully) to make the material more pliable?
     
    #8 F8L, Nov 4, 2012
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    Thats a thought. I think maybe a combination of what you suggest plus some directed pressure to compress the headrest may work.

    I am hoping the OP may have been successful and have some recommendations.
     
    #9 Mac Prius, Nov 4, 2012
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    JACoH Enjoying the mileage

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    I'd like to see the black seats in a Silver car, mine is also the silver model. Thanks for the info....
     
    #10 JACoH, Nov 8, 2012
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