[MDman]

I am planning on ordering the new 335i coupe with the coral red leather, but would like to know if previous or current red leather owners ever had or have a problem with the color fading with time. How do you guys think it will hold up. I am also worried about jeans or colored pants and shirts dyeing the red leather especially on hot days when your back is sweaty. Any help is greatly appreciated.

[darkside]

I had Imola Red leather in my M3 and did not have a fading issue. I dressed with Lexol every 6 months and the brightness would return to new condition.
I sure received a lot of positive comments about the red leather.

[Ryan 330i]

i really does require more care than black, grey, or tan.
i currently have it in an S4 Cab that i am Demo-ing (its the Crimson, which is identical to Coral) it shows a lot more, but i have seen it after a year, and it looks a little worn more than black would.
but i think as long as you treat it every few months you will be fine. i would have gotten it in a heartbeat in my car if it was an option. damn.

[Fastfred92]

I may be wrong but I think the red will be a surface dyed leather where the blacks are always vat dyed. My old e36 325 with the light grey ( oyster ) leather was vat dyed but my e46 with tan was surface dyed and did not hold up as well. The terra in my 06 appears to be vat dyed.....

I sure wish I could order a 335i sedan in jet black with red leather and grey wood !!!!!!!

[Zeroday]

Originally Posted by Fastfred92

I may be wrong but I think the red will be a surface dyed leather where the blacks are always vat dyed. My old e36 325 with the light grey ( oyster ) leather was vat dyed but my e46 with tan was surface dyed and did not hold up as well. The terra in my 06 appears to be vat dyed.....

I sure wish I could order a 335i sedan in jet black with red leather and grey wood !!!!!!!

the red leather sample at the dealer was red on both sides..so i'm assuming it is vat dyed.

[cal99_99]

I bet the red will show more wrinkles and worn in long term. That is why I chose black leatherette. No cleaning.

[VIDoug]

Originally Posted by Fastfred92

I may be wrong but I think the red will be a surface dyed leather where the blacks are always vat dyed. My old e36 325 with the light grey ( oyster ) leather was vat dyed but my e46 with tan was surface dyed and did not hold up as well. The terra in my 06 appears to be vat dyed.....

I sure wish I could order a 335i sedan in jet black with red leather and grey wood !!!!!!!

Placed my order today ... Black/Coral 335i. Fingers crossed .... dealer didn't even have Coral sample.

[kapoo]

Damn, I never thought of that.. I ordered my 335i with red interior. Imma cross my fingers too.. lol. Although im gonna have to say its gonna look amazing!

[Jedi]

I ordered a Titanium Silver color with Coral red interior. Hopefully, I will see the car next week. Will post picture if I can make some good pictures.

[Phila]

lol that would suck if the red faded and a few years down the road you were left with pink seats... heahahea

[LEDZEP]

The coral red leather is beautiful. Enjoy your fine choice. With proper care it should outlast the rest of the car.

[Robbie!]

whorehouse red ummmm coral red is awesome

[dimo]

ive got red leather in Z4 for 3years and i dont have any problems... but yes u have to clean it :-)))

[astra]

if i wear black jeans on a platinum interior, i don't think you would have any trouble with a red interior

[BMW F22]

now here's the question- I've checked local Kragens and Autozones and nobody carries Lexol. Anyone knows of another store that might carry them? Please PM me because I will probably forget about my post in this thread. thanks

[edgarj]

I had Imola on my last car and it had zero fading after 5+ years as a daily driver.

[MDman]

Originally Posted by BURRITO

Instead of starting a new thread, I figured this one would do.

Just curious to know how the coral red is holding up for the folks who have it?

Well I started this, and I now I can finish it, somewhat! I actually ended up getting the coral red in my 335i coupe, and after a few months, I can tell you that stains from jeans, at least, do appear. The good news is that it comes off very easily with just a damp cloth. No special products just a nicely damped white cloth does the trick. I still need to see what will happen in the summer time with the inevitable sweat from our backs, and if the color ever will fade. I'll update in due time.

[tntgal]

Originally Posted by MDman

Well I started this, and I now I can finish it, somewhat! I actually ended up getting the coral red in my 335i coupe, and after a few months, I can tell you that stains from jeans, at least, do appear. The good news is that it comes off very easily with just a damp cloth. No special products just a nicely damped white cloth does the trick. I still need to see what will happen in the summer time with the inevitable sweat from our backs, and if the color ever will fade. I'll update in due time.

Those don't come with dakota leather, do they? or did you get that?

[JIMD1709]

Just a side note. I was a long time Lexol user, but now exclusively use Zaino Z-10. Easier aplication, doesn't give that "sticky" feeling like Lexol, and you don't have to wipe off the excess. For cleaning I just use a mild soap and water solution on a sponge, let dry, and wipe on Z-10.
I have the Coarl Red, no issues. I had Black on my E90, and they both seem the same as far as care goes.

[JIMD1709]

Originally Posted by cal99_99

I bet the red will show more wrinkles and worn in long term. That is why I chose black leatherette. No cleaning.

The subtle wrinkling and creasing over time is a nice appearance IMO. Keep the color by treating it every 6 months (4 months on a convertible) and it will look beautiful for many years. Any owner that has problems with leather didn't do anything to treat it, or used improper dressings. It's that simple. Leather has natural oils used to tan and soften it. These need to be replenished over time. If you use anything with silicones, ect. it will soften it in the short term, but the natural oils will be replaced with the wrong things, and it will lead to drying and cracking.

[MDman]

Originally Posted by kimer12345

Those don't come with dakota leather, do they? or did you get that?

Dakota leather is an option on all of the 3 series. The coral red color is only available on the dakota leather uphosltery.

[DrGP]

Originally Posted by VIDoug

Placed my order today ... Black/Coral 335i. Fingers crossed .... dealer didn't even have Coral sample.

Sapphire/ Dark grey/6MT/Premium and Sport packs/ CA/Heated seats/ Park control.

I think the coral red interior will give the black car a little PIZZAZ!