Red Leather Second Thoughts?
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Originally posted by Xtasy94
Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't the textured side bolsters vinyl instead of leather? Either way does it get hot in hot weather and do you get arm or leg patterns on your skin after sitting for a while? Thanks.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't the textured side bolsters vinyl instead of leather? Either way does it get hot in hot weather and do you get arm or leg patterns on your skin after sitting for a while? Thanks.
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Originally posted by Maximus
Does anyone of you Black/Red leather owners wish you had chosen the Tan leather instead?
Does anyone of you Black/Red leather owners wish you had chosen the Tan leather instead?
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Originally posted by rael
Red/ black combination has been described in the British press as 'tacky' but I have not seen it. Some pictures suggest the worst.
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Red/ black combination has been described in the British press as 'tacky' but I have not seen it. Some pictures suggest the worst.
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What do you mean Racer X-8?
You are not surprised it's been called 'tacky', or you are not surprised the British press referred to it as such?
You may change your mind if you see it Rael!
You are not surprised it's been called 'tacky', or you are not surprised the British press referred to it as such?
You may change your mind if you see it Rael!
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All I know is that I have the red/blk in a red 8. Makes me feel like I am in a show car every time I get in it.
Of course, I like to dress in pink and red silk, with tiger print accents toped with a large velvet fedora!
Of course, I like to dress in pink and red silk, with tiger print accents toped with a large velvet fedora!
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Originally posted by Goose
What do you mean Racer X-8?
You are not surprised it's been called 'tacky', or you are not surprised the British press referred to it as such?...
What do you mean Racer X-8?
You are not surprised it's been called 'tacky', or you are not surprised the British press referred to it as such?...
I've already posted here that I love this interior. It's what I have too. I passed-up a first allotment car (V. Red with just black interior) & waited for the red/black. I insisted.
Any pictures klegg? HEE HEE!
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Originally posted by Racer X-8
I'm not surprised the British press referred to it as such. I guess if the Mini Coopers had this interior, they would be singing a different tune.
I've already posted here that I love this interior. It's what I have too. I passed-up a first allotment car (V. Red with just black interior) & waited for the red/black. I insisted.
Any pictures klegg? HEE HEE!
I'm not surprised the British press referred to it as such. I guess if the Mini Coopers had this interior, they would be singing a different tune.
I've already posted here that I love this interior. It's what I have too. I passed-up a first allotment car (V. Red with just black interior) & waited for the red/black. I insisted.
Any pictures klegg? HEE HEE!
this is so truee
I think red or tan is just a personal decision but the quality is awesome either way
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Originally posted by goodyrx8
No way, I [personally] love the red/black leather combo. I would be disapponted had a chose black leather.
No way, I [personally] love the red/black leather combo. I would be disapponted had a chose black leather.
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Figured that's what you meant Racer X-8!
Well i'm feeling happier now, well i was until Mark pointed out that he will be getting his 8 in 4 weeks! Git!
We have all waited long enough in the UK. I feel that after this much anticipation and hype it's got a lot to live up to. I am so used to waiting now i'm going to have a big void to fill!
Well i'm feeling happier now, well i was until Mark pointed out that he will be getting his 8 in 4 weeks! Git!
We have all waited long enough in the UK. I feel that after this much anticipation and hype it's got a lot to live up to. I am so used to waiting now i'm going to have a big void to fill!
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I understand the concern that the red/black interior might wear thin after a while. I really liked mine, as did about half of those who saw it. Half also didn't care for it at all. I found the artistic (right brained) people really loved it while lawyers/accountants (left brained) people didn't care for it.
I must admit that after the 2nd month of ownership I was a little less pleased with the red/black as it seemed gimmicky and a tad in your face. I think a good black/grey two-tone might have looked better to me.............Notice I said to ME.
I must admit that after the 2nd month of ownership I was a little less pleased with the red/black as it seemed gimmicky and a tad in your face. I think a good black/grey two-tone might have looked better to me.............Notice I said to ME.
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I would really like to see Mazda make available a blue/black leather interior for the winning blue cars. I saw such a combination on a BMW Z3 and it really looked great! Currently I'm trying to decide if I should get a V.Red with Red/Black interior or a Winning Blue with Black interior. If Mazda made a blue/black for the Winnig Blue then it would be no contest...I'd get the blue in a heartbeat.
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I have no objections to the red & black interior. I also think the tan & black is cool. However, to save a little money and a lot of weight, and generally because I prefer a simpler car with less gadgets, I opted for the Sport Package, and I must say the cloth is very nice. It's gray on black and I don't slide around, and it looks durable and easy to clean. However, I have had the car for only a week so i can't say for sure.
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I understand the concern that the red/black interior might wear thin after a while. I really liked mine, as did about half of those who saw it. Half also didn't care for it at all. I found the artistic (right brained) people really loved it while lawyers/accountants (left brained) people didn't care for it.
I must admit that after the 2nd month of ownership I was a little less pleased with the red/black as it seemed gimmicky and a tad in your face. I think a good black/grey two-tone might have looked better to me.............Notice I said to ME.
I understand the concern that the red/black interior might wear thin after a while. I really liked mine, as did about half of those who saw it. Half also didn't care for it at all. I found the artistic (right brained) people really loved it while lawyers/accountants (left brained) people didn't care for it.
I must admit that after the 2nd month of ownership I was a little less pleased with the red/black as it seemed gimmicky and a tad in your face. I think a good black/grey two-tone might have looked better to me.............Notice I said to ME.
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I do love the red/black combo as also the all black.
the reason i choose all black is more on the particla side, as the red beinga lighter color it get dirty over time.
the reason i choose all black is more on the particla side, as the red beinga lighter color it get dirty over time.
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I was a little hesitant to get the velocity red with red/black interior, but I am extremely happy that I did. It just works well with the red exterior. Plus, I didn't want black because I was afraid the seats would get too hot, and so far, I've had no problems with the red becoming too hot.
And a lot of my friends didn't like the idea of a red/black interior, but when they saw it, they were converted.
And a lot of my friends didn't like the idea of a red/black interior, but when they saw it, they were converted.
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Originally posted by Eternal20
I would really like to see Mazda make available a blue/black leather interior for the winning blue cars.
I would really like to see Mazda make available a blue/black leather interior for the winning blue cars.
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If the yellow was available I'd probably go for that. As it is I'm leaning towards the titanium with black/chaparral interior. After 13 years in my Miata I am tiring of the all-black interior.
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Originally posted by mikeb
you can always have a custom interior done:D
you can always have a custom interior done:D
Another color I'm in love with was one I had on my first new car, 1984 Renault, which came in "Jade Mist". Never saw another one, so I guess I got odd taste. But that color, with white leather interior would be insane.
Jade Mist - as close as I could get with Photoshop and from memory:
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Re: Red Leather Second Thoughts?
Originally posted by Goose
Hi,
I've been waiting so long for my car (since March) that now i'm starting to doubt my choices. I know i liked it when i saw it, but i wonder what effect the passage of time will have.
Do any of you wish that you had not chosen the red/black leather and gone with something more subtle instead?
Thanks for your views.
I'm hoping santa will bring my car for Christmas, but there now seems a good chance that little jonny won't be getting a present this year.
Hi,
I've been waiting so long for my car (since March) that now i'm starting to doubt my choices. I know i liked it when i saw it, but i wonder what effect the passage of time will have.
Do any of you wish that you had not chosen the red/black leather and gone with something more subtle instead?
Thanks for your views.
I'm hoping santa will bring my car for Christmas, but there now seems a good chance that little jonny won't be getting a present this year.
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Ok, here it goes..........................
Red/black is by far the best in my opinion. Unique, stylish, attractive, what more do you want.
Do not doubt good decision making