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12-21-2011 | 01:55 AM

wtlb

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Hi 5 Series Forum Members!!

I just bought a 2008 CPO AW N52 E60. I noticed that there is a little scuff on my drivers seat leather. I want to repair it, but I am not sure if my interior is Saddle Brown or Natural Brown. Need to know to get the proper dye to repair. Do any of you know what color my leather is donning? Thanks

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12-21-2011 | 02:40 AM

dR.jonezz

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I dont know the color but it sure do looks nice. Congratz on your new ride

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12-21-2011 | 05:35 AM

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you might want to use this product called Leatherique
http://www.europeanautosource.com/ca...g-and-car-care

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12-21-2011 | 06:57 AM

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My Ride: 2008 535i LCI with sports/premium package, Sports trans with paddle shifters, CF emblems, JB4 Software, Dinan Exhaust, Navigation, M5Tech body kit, Carbon wrap interrior trim and CIC Controller.

I had a car repaired by a shop that specialized in paintless dent repair and it came out very nice. Find someone who is a pro at it because they can match it up much better than we can and they have the proper technique down already. If the color is scratched though, it will need to be dyed and this can be very tricky... If the color is not damaged and good leather cleaner and conditioner should work.

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12-21-2011 | 10:51 AM

txag_530i

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I you call a dealer parts department and give them the last 7 digits of your VIN then they should be able to tell you what interior color you have.

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12-21-2011 | 11:40 AM

wtlb

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Thanks for the replies guys. All of you were very helpful. I will call my dealership and give them my vin number to find out the color.

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12-21-2011 | 12:47 PM

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For Canadian cars there was only Natural Brown in 2008 which is what your colour looks like to me but the dealer will be able to tell you.

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12-21-2011 | 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gilgorm

For Canadian cars there was only Natural Brown in 2008 which is what your colour looks like to me but the dealer will be able to tell you.

That is Natural Brown (thats my guess) I had an 08 it was called that but prior to 08 it is "Saddle"

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12-21-2011 | 03:57 PM

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Or come to think of it, what I would really do is call the dealer you purchased it from and have him read you out their original purchase option sheet (it is a print up that they have access to and is marked "confidential" because it has the previous owners information it) When I bought my 10' 535 I was able to get a copy of this to verify all the options because my sales guy knew diddly squat about the car he was selling.....

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