You should do a follow-up video after having them for six months, and maybe the one year anniversary. People could see if those wrinkles settled out, and I'd be interested about sun fading on the leather versus the vinyl panels. Plus anything else you have learned over the six months.
I had it done and three weeks later I have a piece of metal sticking out of the front seats. Now Katzkin and their installer are giving me the runaround.
My installer has done it same day on 3 cars. Never had had issues on any car. Life long katskinz Customer. My hellcat and last car are both canary red with black inserts and black diamond/quilted stitched with door panels and center console done. Paid $1750 cash for the hellcat and last car. Car before was plain OEM stitching with single canary red color for $1200. I also don't believe they use any vinyl it should be 100% leather. Like you said wrinkles disappear within a couple days/weeks
I am glad I came across your video. I was just looking at using Katzkin. I am disappointed they actually mix vinyl in their upholstery. You did not say they informed you they were going to mix in some vinyl. I would have an issue with that if I weren't told ahead of time since they do advertise as "Katzkin Leather Seats". You are such a chill guy you don't even mind the hanging threads they left behind for you to trim yourself. It is a sign of sloppy workmanship. The leather smell, I am not looking forward to because it is probably toxic, but it will eventually dissipate. The wrinkles I do not mind very much. I think they add character to the leather material. Your video is a year old so I probably have to pay more. I just sent them my information via email. I should find out how much they cost by tomorrow or Monday since it is the weekend. Thanks for the informative video.
I paid $1,800 for Katskins in my 20/20 Toyota tundra. Thought I was getting leather seats. Little did. I know there's only a little bit of leather down the middle. The vinyl on the sides is shit. I had them warranty to replace both my front seats and the driver seat is trashed again already that is after I bought Caltrend neoprene seat covers to go over them to try to protect the leather for some longevity but they ripped underneath it. It's unbelievable how cheapfully they're made. They're nice and soft. Don't get me wrong and they're beautiful at first but they're cheaply made. They're not very good quality. Please don't make the same mistake. I did 1,800 a lot of money for vinyl seats that don't last. That is a very true review. All these other people blowing smoke up their ass or they haven't used their vehicles very much. They do not like being used a seats because they don't last cloth. Would have lasted longer. I shouldn't have to buy $300 seat covers to cover my $1,800 leather that still gets trashed underneath the seat covers. MY REVIEW IS THE TRUTH! SO MANY PEOPLE JUST LIE THESE DAYS
I don't understand why the installation cost so much usually that should be a lot cheaper. The custom leather does cost a lot so I understand the price for making them but installation yea no I'd rather do it myself
Appreciate ya input. I figured these werent 100% leather which i knew it wouldnt have been from the get go. I dnt see myself paying tht much to redo my seats in a 06 silverado. I wonder though if there's any company tht does sell actual leather...
Cool, Rich! I think you're going to like it. I held off on doing it for years, but finally decided that I wasn't going to sell this car and wanted to make it more enjoyable, and I love it!
A little long winded but best about the color I want and it looks good thanks for the heads up on the vinyl trim did they tell you in advance that it was going to be combo leave that part out mostOf my vehicles have another or leather look into
Peter, looks good. I just did a katzkin cognac interior too. Just a heads up. Your katzkin retailer can order katzkin vinyl by the yard. Its like $25 a yard. If you get 1 yard, maximum 2 yards. You'd be able to do all the trim in the doors that's black to cognac vinyl. And it'll pop even more. And wrap the armrest. If you wanted to make it even more nice
@@bryamgarcia3718 it looks great. But three weeks after install something metallic started poking out of the front seats. Now I need to make the time to take it back to have it fixed. The place that did it already sent me back to Katzkin, who told me that thay need to take a look at it before they decide what to do. So my happiness ladted three weeks.
Looks great, Peter! The only thing that I don’t understand about the Encore/Trax is why the passenger side seat doesn’t have a center armrest. Great cars otherwise!
FYI....it will void your vehicle warranty if you still have warranty. Also your side airbag from your seat will not fully function or deploy in an accident.
Do you mean that changing your seats would void any warranty on the seats, or that the manufacturer would refuse to honor power train and emissions warranties? The latter would be illegal under US federal and some state laws. Disabling airbags would also be illegal if they were part of the original vehicle certification. Please clarify what you mean.
My guess is that the front passenger seat back was plastic to begin with. Generally, kids sit on the passenger side backseat and like to kick the seat in front. Or we can just let PVP answer himself.
Thanks! I think any local upholstery place can probably do it. Also, I think Katzkin has a network of installation partners so you might be able to local one in your area by calling Katzkin or their website. I'd also google Katzkin and your zip code to see if you can find a local place listed.
You definitely can. There are lots of videos that generally show how to install leather seat covers. I don't think it's "hard" per se, but it looks like a lot of work.
You should do a follow-up video after having them for six months, and maybe the one year anniversary. People could see if those wrinkles settled out, and I'd be interested about sun fading on the leather versus the vinyl panels. Plus anything else you have learned over the six months.
Great idea, Steve! I will!
I had it done and three weeks later I have a piece of metal sticking out of the front seats. Now Katzkin and their installer are giving me the runaround.
@@jon-lukeport4673 I was seriously considering replacing my seat covers with them, but now I'm not sure. 😬
Could you do a follow up?
For something older with cloth seats thats an amazing transformation brings new life to basic interior
That color looks sick
Thanks!!
Smart choice and I bet your car is paid for!
Beautiful color choice
Thanks!!
This is the funniest video on CZcams 😂 how’d y’all miss his side jokes
My installer has done it same day on 3 cars. Never had had issues on any car. Life long katskinz Customer. My hellcat and last car are both canary red with black inserts and black diamond/quilted stitched with door panels and center console done. Paid $1750 cash for the hellcat and last car. Car before was plain OEM stitching with single canary red color for $1200.
I also don't believe they use any vinyl it should be 100% leather. Like you said wrinkles disappear within a couple days/weeks
I am glad I came across your video. I was just looking at using Katzkin. I am disappointed they actually mix vinyl in their upholstery. You did not say they informed you they were going to mix in some vinyl. I would have an issue with that if I weren't told ahead of time since they do advertise as "Katzkin Leather Seats". You are such a chill guy you don't even mind the hanging threads they left behind for you to trim yourself. It is a sign of sloppy workmanship. The leather smell, I am not looking forward to because it is probably toxic, but it will eventually dissipate. The wrinkles I do not mind very much. I think they add character to the leather material. Your video is a year old so I probably have to pay more. I just sent them my information via email. I should find out how much they cost by tomorrow or Monday since it is the weekend. Thanks for the informative video.
Great Choice's That Look is Fire Bro !!!
I paid $1,800 for Katskins in my 20/20 Toyota tundra. Thought I was getting leather seats. Little did. I know there's only a little bit of leather down the middle. The vinyl on the sides is shit. I had them warranty to replace both my front seats and the driver seat is trashed again already that is after I bought Caltrend neoprene seat covers to go over them to try to protect the leather for some longevity but they ripped underneath it. It's unbelievable how cheapfully they're made. They're nice and soft. Don't get me wrong and they're beautiful at first but they're cheaply made. They're not very good quality. Please don't make the same mistake. I did 1,800 a lot of money for vinyl seats that don't last. That is a very true review. All these other people blowing smoke up their ass or they haven't used their vehicles very much. They do not like being used a seats because they don't last cloth. Would have lasted longer. I shouldn't have to buy $300 seat covers to cover my $1,800 leather that still gets trashed underneath the seat covers. MY REVIEW IS THE TRUTH! SO MANY PEOPLE JUST LIE THESE DAYS
I don't understand why the installation cost so much usually that should be a lot cheaper. The custom leather does cost a lot so I understand the price for making them but installation yea no I'd rather do it myself
Appreciate ya input. I figured these werent 100% leather which i knew it wouldnt have been from the get go. I dnt see myself paying tht much to redo my seats in a 06 silverado. I wonder though if there's any company tht does sell actual leather...
I love your enthusiasm and the seat!
I'm getting some sooner then later
Ketskin has been recommend to me before your video Peter, but you have just convinced me to order through them. Thanks for a great video review
Cool, Rich! I think you're going to like it. I held off on doing it for years, but finally decided that I wasn't going to sell this car and wanted to make it more enjoyable, and I love it!
Man, I just got katskin in my truck and the total was 1200$ with the install and they will do my carpet if I bring it with the truck.
A little long winded but best about the color I want and it looks good thanks for the heads up on the vinyl trim did they tell you in advance that it was going to be combo leave that part out mostOf my vehicles have another or leather look into
Peter, looks good.
I just did a katzkin cognac interior too.
Just a heads up. Your katzkin retailer can order katzkin vinyl by the yard. Its like $25 a yard.
If you get 1 yard, maximum 2 yards. You'd be able to do all the trim in the doors that's black to cognac vinyl. And it'll pop even more. And wrap the armrest.
If you wanted to make it even more nice
Great tip! That would look awesome to tie it all together!!
I love this video man. I'm definitely going to get Katzkin in my next vehicle if it has cloth seats.
I just dropped off my 2020 Mazda CX5. Can't wait to see it! Btw, that looks way better.
How does it look and feel?
@@bryamgarcia3718 it looks great. But three weeks after install something metallic started poking out of the front seats. Now I need to make the time to take it back to have it fixed. The place that did it already sent me back to Katzkin, who told me that thay need to take a look at it before they decide what to do. So my happiness ladted three weeks.
how much did it cost? i have a mazda cx-5 & am thinking about getting the seats done
@amarria tate total was $1800 and they finally fixed my issue. Glad I did it. It really does upgrade the look and feel.
useful insight about the use of vinyl. thanks
Came out Great! Thank You for Sharing.
Looks great, better than I expected 👌
OMG so funny. i put Katzkin in a mustang I had. Looking to add it to this one this summer.
Looks great, Peter! The only thing that I don’t understand about the Encore/Trax is why the passenger side seat doesn’t have a center armrest. Great cars otherwise!
I agree! It seems like such an obvious miss!
Michael, did you get your trax done? What was the ballpark cost?
Most of the economy GM vehicles are like this. My 14' Chevy Sonic LT is the same way.
Hello Peter, great video! Will check them out also! Watching from Chicago IL
We're neighbors! Hope I run into you!
they look awesome, I though their website says anything with the original color will be replaced including the door
FYI....it will void your vehicle warranty if you still have warranty. Also your side airbag from your seat will not fully function or deploy in an accident.
Good to know but I think only cars above 2010 have a lot of airbags.
Do you mean that changing your seats would void any warranty on the seats, or that the manufacturer would refuse to honor power train and emissions warranties?
The latter would be illegal under US federal and some state laws. Disabling airbags would also be illegal if they were part of the original vehicle certification.
Please clarify what you mean.
Hello again
Now you just need to match a few pieces of door trim to match the chairs and you'd be onto something
What's up brother, I remember you with the fiat 500.
Looks great
Wow looks good. I wonder if they could do that for my 84 Mercedes or are these proprietary?
Look it up on their website it might have it
why is the back of one seat black plastic, and the other not? did the original upholstery have it the same way?
My guess is that the front passenger seat back was plastic to begin with. Generally, kids sit on the passenger side backseat and like to kick the seat in front. Or we can just let PVP answer himself.
Very nice!!
How much did it cost
I paid like $1,200 to get my PT Cruiser reupholstered back in 2019. They wouldn't let me install it myself and I don't think it's real leather.
Can I get the old seats?
I would of told em I was Rick Shiels 🤣🤣🤣👌
We must watch the same channels!
@@petervonpanda I watch your golf related reviews , and saw this and was like "oh shit it's panda!" Haha
What color do you call this one?
This one is Cognac!
Is all vinyl
How much it cost.
Happy for you bro, what type of place can put the covers on for me?
Thanks! I think any local upholstery place can probably do it. Also, I think Katzkin has a network of installation partners so you might be able to local one in your area by calling Katzkin or their website. I'd also google Katzkin and your zip code to see if you can find a local place listed.
You are fucking funny as hell
You are the commenter of the day, Edward!
How are the seats holding up?
Great question! I was about to do a 9 month update!
They cost 2k…
Can you buy just covers and install katzkin by yourself?
You definitely can. There are lots of videos that generally show how to install leather seat covers. I don't think it's "hard" per se, but it looks like a lot of work.
If this was leather just for it it would’ve like a 1000 because you need like 3 hides
Leather is sold by hide not by yard
They aren’t t full leather. It’s ridiculous how much they charge for vinyl with some leather. My buddy has them on his Tacoma. This product is a joke.
You can get real leather. Prob cost 5-6k
Too many wrinkles
Looks horrible.
It is odd how bad they look for how much they cost. I have never seen a set that wasn't filled with wrinkles, ever.
That’s what I said