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Blackwood leather Steering Wheel from Japan

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by koolkat86, Feb 17, 2009.

  1. koolkat86

    koolkat86 New Member

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    :rockon:I came back from Japan a few weeks ago and brought back this rare blackwood leather factory wheel . I purchased a few last time I was there but only brought back two this time because the guy that makes them requires I pay for a core which he would refund me after I sent back my factory wheel. As you can imagine its a hassle and a expense for me to do this so I just brought back two. One for me and one for some lucky person that wants to buy it. The quality is immaculate and fits 2004-2009 prius models. I had my burlwood pictured installed for only $60 at the local toyota dealer. Im selling the blackwood for $269 exchange for your core + shipping. I only have 1 and dont plan on buying anymore from Japan. Just too much trouble! Sorry but price is firm. Picture were taken at night in low light and dont do the wheel justice! I'll try taking more pics of it during the day for those interested. This color is perfect for the Silver and Dark Met Grey Prius body colors!
     

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  2. Manksgloob

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    Wow, looks sharp!
     
    #2 Manksgloob, Feb 18, 2009
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    Saw your post the first time around on this. I'd be interested. I'm also in San Jose, so we could do the exchange locally.
     
    #3 sorka, Mar 2, 2009
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    I'll purchase it....let me know...Why not offer it up on Ebay.....highest bidder wins...

    Ron Nelson
     
    #4 ronjuan, Mar 3, 2009
  5. vinnysca

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    Did a search on eBay and saw several custom steering wheels like this one for $194.00. They are cheaper and looks the same from the pics (search under, "prius steering wheel")
     
    #5 vinnysca, Mar 5, 2009
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    Dude, I bought one of these off ebay.. It should look just like this one. Cant wait to get it in! :)
     
    #6 TreffEdwards, Mar 10, 2009
  7. koolkat86

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    yes we can meet in SJ. I live in Almaden Valley. Just let me know a time and place.

    Thanks
     
    #7 koolkat86, Mar 10, 2009
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    Are they blackwood (grey) or burlwood color ?
     
    #8 koolkat86, Mar 10, 2009
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    Looks very cool.....how easy to do steering wheel swapping on our Prius?
    Is it easy to take out the airbag module on the steering, where to start?
     
    #9 Qlara, Mar 12, 2009
  10. vinnysca

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    I got mine from eBay today and it looks great!
     

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  11. Qlara

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    Excellent mod, did you DIY for the swap?
    Still got the seller ID so I can search one too? :D
     
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  12. vinnysca

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    Go to eBay and put in Prius Steering Wheel in the search box.

    The seller's name is truck-n-van-man

    I did the swap myself. It was fairly easy.

    V
     
    #12 vinnysca, Mar 18, 2009
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  13. Qlara

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    I saw that, interesting find. Thanks V!
     
    #13 Qlara, Mar 18, 2009
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    were there directions on the do it yourself install?
     
    #14 ronjuan, Mar 24, 2009
  15. vinnysca

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    Do a search on google and put in "how to remove prius steering wheel".

    There were no directions included with the custom steering wheel.

    Vinny.
     
    #15 vinnysca, Mar 24, 2009
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