Any regrets after ordering Sakhir Orange interior?

Irishsig · 09-23-2015, 11:29 AM

So I will be ordering a MG M4 with extended leather in the next few days

but I'm stuck on the interior color.
I've always had metallic grey cars with black interior, but I can't shake the beautiful contrast of a SO interior with the MG paint.
I will be buying the car and like all my cars in the past I will hold on to this one for many years.

Anyone regret getting the SO over black leather?
Have any early adopters of the F8x noticed any premature fading or cracking that is more noticeable with SO leather?
I know this is completely subjective but has anyone gotten tired of the color?
Any pics to make my decision more difficult is encouraged.

I'm very OCD with my cars (like most M owners) so I'm interested to know what products you guys use on your leather too.
I don't use any of the scented crap, I just want to smell the leather scent while keeping it clean & conditioned.

Thanks guys.
I can't wait to be part of the M community.

UPDATE - I ended up ordering the full leather SO Interior. I figured it's an M might as well have some attitude.

rr006rbc · 09-23-2015, 11:45 AM

I LOVE my SO interior on my MG. However, be aware that the red leather WILL show the wrinkles a lot more pronounced than black leather will. I hardly have a passenger in my front seat and I can already see the creases where the bolsters flex. I still don't regret getting the SO though, it just looks too damn good w/ the grey.

dmk08 · 09-23-2015, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by rr006rbc

I LOVE my SO interior on my MG. However, be aware that the red leather WILL show the wrinkles a lot more pronounced than black leather will. I hardly have a passenger in my front seat and I can already see the creases where the bolsters flex. I still don't regret getting the SO though, it just looks too damn good w/ the grey.

Did you condition your leather with a quality product after getting the car? I have 9000 miles on my Full SO at this point and it looks as good as the day I got it.

rr006rbc · 09-23-2015, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by dmk08

Did you condition your leather with a quality product after getting the car? I have 9000 miles on my Full SO at this point and it looks as good as the day I got it.

Maybe I just have really fat passengers. I'll be sure to tell my gf you called her fat. lol. Well, honestly it's a lease so I couldn't care less but I'm sure if I conditioned it from day 1 as if I were going to keep this car it would still look new. I'm talking about the regions by the backs of your shoulder and the sides of your asscheeks.

dmk08 · 09-23-2015, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by rr006rbc

Maybe I just have really fat passengers. I'll be sure to tell my gf you called her fat. lol. Well, honestly it's a lease so I couldn't care less but I'm sure if I conditioned it from day 1 as if I were going to keep this car it would still look new. I'm talking about the regions by the backs of your shoulder and the sides of your asscheeks.

Tell your GF not to worry because the chances she's larger than I are pretty slim. 6'7" 275ish and the seats are fine

evanevery · 09-23-2015, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by rr006rbc

Maybe I just have really fat passengers. I'll be sure to tell my gf you called her fat. lol..

I don't think it was HIM that called your girlfriend fat...

:-)

Lynchmob6 · 09-23-2015, 12:00 PM

No regrets whatsoever. I have about 7,500 miles on my car and the leather is holding up great. I am using Griot's 3-In-1 and have had good results on the seats, doors, and dash. I have cleaned/conditioned about every three months in nearly a year of ownership.

Stage1 · 09-23-2015, 12:09 PM

I have AY/SO and I love the interior. 3700 miles and it looks brand new

Jim B · 09-23-2015, 12:47 PM

I have SO with full SO leather. It looks fantastic.

Every time I get in my M4, it makes me feel that I have something really special. I'm surprised that it is a regular color rather than BMW Individual.

jonsnowm3 · 09-23-2015, 12:54 PM

Love mine!!!

///M/// · 09-23-2015, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by dmk08

Did you condition your leather with a quality product after getting the car? I have 9000 miles on my Full SO at this point and it looks as good as the day I got it.

What product are you using and how often? I used the OEM one from BMW on my last M and it did a pretty good job. I just don't like products that leave a shiny surface.

CrazyT · 09-23-2015, 12:57 PM

Full SO interior is my favorite option I got on the car. I love it! It looks tacky on-line and had no interest in it, until I saw it in person. Wouldn't have it any way. Compliments the AW exterior.

JCastano09 · 09-23-2015, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim B

I have SO with full SO leather. It looks fantastic.

Every time I get in my M4, it makes me feel that I have something really special. I'm surprised that it is a regular color rather than BMW Individual.

I have the same set up!! It's the way to go

DaBean · 09-23-2015, 01:01 PM

Love mine. Full leather interior, and wouldn't have it any other way.

Doctor///M · 09-23-2015, 01:29 PM

SS interior with MG is my choice!!

PoutineMachine · 09-23-2015, 01:33 PM

If I could go back and do it again, I would have picked up the full SO leather and changed my paint to SO. I love the look of AY but SO is just so damn sexy IMO.

s0ul · 09-23-2015, 01:35 PM

I don't even have my car. I'm sure I won't regret the SO interior. It's really nice!

dmk08 · 09-23-2015, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by dsm918

What product are you using and how often? I used the OEM one from BMW on my last M and it did a pretty good job. I just don't like products that leave a shiny surface.

I used Leathermasters Strong Leather Cleaner and Leather Masters Barrier. I have used it only once when I first got the car but plan to do it again soon.

e90-4aj · 09-23-2015, 01:38 PM

I think its very hard not to like this combo!!

nene · 09-23-2015, 01:40 PM

No regrets yet.
Just don't drive in your tighty-whities in the hot summer months.

///M/// · 09-23-2015, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dmk08

I used Leathermasters Strong Leather Cleaner and Leather Masters Barrier. I have used it only once when I first got the car but plan to do it again soon.

Thanks. I am guessing this is only a conditioner and not a stripper/conditioner combo like Leatherique? That would be an overkill on a new car.

dmk08 · 09-23-2015, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dsm918

Thanks. I am guessing this is only a conditioner and not a stripper/conditioner combo like Leatherique? That would be an overkill on a new car.

I believe so.

I used these specific products because DetailersDomain did a huge write up using them on an SO car last year. He went into detail about how it wouldn't ruin the matte finish which was crucial to me.

I believe the cleaner and barrier were only ~$25 combined and took me a couple hours to apply. I let the seats fully dry overnight after using the cleaner, added the barrier, let it dry, and did another coat.

I have had a few spills or mishaps and they have literally just wiped right off with a nice damp microfiber.

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Irishsig In Hoc 315 Rep 626 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 6MT MG/SO Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1) Garage List 2016 BMW M4 [0.00]	Any regrets after ordering Sakhir Orange interior? So I will be ordering a MG M4 with extended leather in the next few days but I'm stuck on the interior color. I've always had metallic grey cars with black interior, but I can't shake the beautiful contrast of a SO interior with the MG paint. I will be buying the car and like all my cars in the past I will hold on to this one for many years. Anyone regret getting the SO over black leather? Have any early adopters of the F8x noticed any premature fading or cracking that is more noticeable with SO leather? I know this is completely subjective but has anyone gotten tired of the color? Any pics to make my decision more difficult is encouraged. I'm very OCD with my cars (like most M owners) so I'm interested to know what products you guys use on your leather too. I don't use any of the scented crap, I just want to smell the leather scent while keeping it clean & conditioned. Thanks guys. I can't wait to be part of the M community. UPDATE - I ended up ordering the full leather SO Interior. I figured it's an M might as well have some attitude. Last edited by Irishsig; 09-28-2015 at 01:37 PM..
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rr006rbc Colonel 1205 Rep 2,818 Posts Drives: '23 M440i GC Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: California iTrader: (38)	I LOVE my SO interior on my MG. However, be aware that the red leather WILL show the wrinkles a lot more pronounced than black leather will. I hardly have a passenger in my front seat and I can already see the creases where the bolsters flex. I still don't regret getting the SO though, it just looks too damn good w/ the grey.
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Jim B Wingman 1899 Rep 1,894 Posts Drives: 2022 BMW M4 Manual Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Sacramento, CA iTrader: (0)	I have SO with full SO leather. It looks fantastic. Every time I get in my M4, it makes me feel that I have something really special. I'm surprised that it is a regular color rather than BMW Individual.
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CrazyT Enlisted Member 44 Rep 36 Posts Drives: M4 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Over Macho Grande iTrader: (0)	Full SO interior is my favorite option I got on the car. I love it! It looks tacky on-line and had no interest in it, until I saw it in person. Wouldn't have it any way. Compliments the AW exterior. __________________ 2015 M4 - AW/SO, 6MT, Exec, Lighting, Adaptive M
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