01-06-2022, 12:05 PM | #1 |
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Question: Fiona Red interior
So, I was all set to choose fiona red for my build but then from photos it looks like it doesn't now include alcantara on the carbon seats like other colors? Is that accurate?
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01-06-2022, 12:10 PM | #2 |
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Yup, specifically the inner side bolsters are red as well unlike most of the other offerings. Fjord blue is the same.
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01-06-2022, 12:13 PM | #3 |
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Damn...Ok. Probably not something you can request either. Guess I am back to Dravit/silverstone or dravit/black.
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01-06-2022, 12:16 PM | #5 |
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Yep! This pic is what made me ask. I really like the premium look/feel of the alcantara inserts. It's a must have for me even though the fiona is gorgeous!
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01-06-2022, 12:18 PM | #6 |
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I also wanted Fiona but when I saw this as well it was either Kyalami or silverstone. I went with KO
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01-06-2022, 01:18 PM | #7 |
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You have dravit too? I think Kylami is too orange for me so I will probably go silverstone. I noticed you are in the Bay Area as well. Where did you get your car from?
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01-06-2022, 06:01 PM | #10 |
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Another question about Fiona (my order will have the standard seats)….should I worry about the red fading or wearing over time? I've never had a car with bright leather like that, and, I'm just curious if I will see fading or wearing of the red "coloring" 5-6 years later? Will the red coating come off over years of use (and years of cleaning)?
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On another note, thank you OP for this thread. I was not aware at all that Fiona Buckets are missing the alcantara. This blows major
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I love the red. But if I were getting the full blown bucket seats then I would lean towards the Kalami.
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NP! I'm glad I did. I love the red...it would look best with dravit IMO, but I really want that premium feel of the alcantara. Oh well....silverstone it probably will be for me. I really don't understand why BMW does things like this. they should just offer all the color the same configuration. Would have loved to have been able to get carbon buckets in Tartufo. Thanks to everyone who contributed here.
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Funny thing this was mentioned, I actually veered away from Kyalami and silverstone due to the alcantara padding.
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Funny I personally think it looks more premium without the alcantara - full leather. Which is why I ordered full Fjord blue buckets.
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There's a detailed comparison around here somewhere of the various grades of leathers BMW installs in its vehicles. Net-net, a high-quality grade such as Merino is dyed in such a way that the color doesn't fade or wear off over years of use -- unlike more mainstream grades like Dakota or Vernasca. |
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Beautiful! What did the Adam's ceramic run you for the interior?
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