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WHICH SEATS ARE MORE COMFORTABLE CLOTH OR LEATHER??
ALSO WHAT ABOUT IN THE WINTER, DOES THE LEATHER SEATS GET HARD?? (I KNOW THEY HAVE A WARMER, BUT IN CASE IT FAILS, I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ANYWAY.) ;)
 
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Definately cloth....doesn't burn your butt in summer and doesn't smell funny........I have been debating for the Odyssey cloth seats with side airbag and RES for a while. Unfortunately it doesn't have the cloth seat and RES combination, which I don't understand why......!
 
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Definitely LEATHER. I have had both. Cloth in a '00 and leather in current '02. Leather is more comfortable, more supportive, more appealing in appearance, will give more trade-in value ...and defintely has a MORE fragrant aroma. Cows are cool!

Heaters obviously make the seats more comfortable in cold weather. Warming effect is noticeable soon after switch is turned on. Even if warmers are not turned on seats soon become comfortable ( well, with my big butt they do).
 
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OHARE said:
WHICH SEATS ARE MORE COMFORTABLE CLOTH OR LEATHER??
ALSO WHAT ABOUT IN THE WINTER, DOES THE LEATHER SEATS GET HARD?? (I KNOW THEY HAVE A WARMER, BUT IN CASE IT FAILS, I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ANYWAY.) ;)
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OHARE,

I'm guessing that you are located pretty close to me here near O'Hare International, so we probably share a climate.

I really like the Ody's leather. It is much better than the leather on the Lincoln Town Car the Ody replaced.

The Ody leather has not been hard at all this winter, even on the coldest days. Too, the heated seats are wonderful. We are very glad we have them

Regards,

Maugham
 
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Leather all the way. Smell's funny? :confused: Man, I open the door of my Ody and I love that big smell of leather I get everytime. The cloth wears out with use. Cloth soaks up spills, etc... Burns my butt? :confused: I live in So Cal where the sun shines quite a bit and I don't have that problem. Oh well, hope that helps. :D
 
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dealer

We will probably go with Castle Honda at Morton Grove. Now, the decision is the 2002 or 2003??

I know where the Krispy Kream is. If the wind is right you can count the rivets on the aircraft as they fly overhead, and do a Wayne's World thing on the hood of the car. (Well not on the ODY!)

I like your polka pictures in the other sections of this forum.:cool: :D :D
 
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One more vote for leather. My '02 is my first vehicle with leather. I didn't give a rip about looking fancier or impressing anyone. My concerns were spills and comfort. Some GM and Ford leather cracks and splits very early and looks like hell. Some other leather interiors I've seen look great after years. If you have leather, make sure you maintain it with LEXOL.

The leather seats are easier to get in and out of, especially when swinging around to move to the back seat. I love the heaters on cold days. My brother was test driving my Ody and mentioned that the leather smelled funny. That's when I pointed out that the seat heat was on High and what he was smelling was baked butt cheeks. "I thought it was getting hot in here."

The Honda leather doesn't feel as buttery soft as others, and I think thats a good thing. It feels thicker and tougher than others. Although if you tend to forget that bic pen in your back pocket, go with cloth.

There have been several other threads on this issue, use the search feature.
 
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Leather smells funny??? Yes, kind of like how a Porsche drives funny.

Definitely get the leather if you can afford it. Anyone who tells you that "leather is cold in winter and hot in summer" probably hasn't driven a leather-interior car in a while, ie. since the invention of air-conditioning and heated seats.
 
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Remington said:
Leather smells funny??? Yes, kind of like how a Porsche drives funny.

Definitely get the leather if you can afford it. Anyone who tells you that "leather is cold in winter and hot in summer" probably hasn't driven a leather-interior car in a while, ie. since the invention of air-conditioning and heated seats.
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Leather smells funny??? Yes, kind of like how a Porsche drives funny.

That's funny Remington. :D
 
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I have a 97 Cadillac with leather/heated seats and my 94 RX7 have leather seats. I din't like any of them. Here in Arizona....summer is just way too hot for any leather material and it crack up after a few years. All the peopl I know with leather seats, they use towel in summer. I am careless about the heated seat...it never get cold here. My Cadi heated seat never been use.....! Actually my wife bought the Cadi. After I sold the 94 RX7 and got the 2001 EX Ody. last year, she dumped the Cadi. on me. She doesn't want the leather no more. I got rid of my 94 RX7 due to the leather seats, but I love the little sport car very much. I had a lot of fun with it on freeway. I am in the process of getting rid the Cadi. It is on autotrader.com. It is nice granite green with biege leather and all the luxury accessories in it. I'm glad all you like the leather....I never like it at all! After a couple years of usage....leather turn nasty. I also replaced all my house leather furnitures with all the cloth furnitures now. I love my cloth furnitures. I wouldn't sweat myself to death when sleep or seat on it....especially when the room is a little warm. Enjoy it while you can!
 
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I HATE leather! might look decent, but cold in the winter and hot in the summer! :) Nothing compares to the comfort of a nice cloth seat for a long drive!

Leather belongs on ONLY 1 thing! My feet! :)
 
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My '02 Ody is my first car with leather and so far I love it. The leather is a bit colder at first here in the upper Midwest until the seat heaters kick in. Although I've driven several leather cars in the past, I haven't lived with them. So until we get into the summer heat, I've only seen one side of the story first hand. I love the absents of static shock that I still get from my '96 Maxima with cloth.

Does anyone else remember the clear vinyl Fingerhut seat covers? I ordered them and had them installed on my new 1973 Opel Manta Luxus with cloth seats and were they ever cold/hot. No breathing at all, but sure protected the seats for the next owner. Ha!

-Mark
 
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Leather is definately the way to go... While the Odyssey is still to arrive, we have had it on the Accord for 5 years now... through the heat and the cold that the beautiful Canadian climate provides.

In the summer I find it better than the black cloth seats on my Prelude. In the winter all seats are cold when you get in, but the heaters work magic in a few short seconds.

As far as wear, like I said its been 5 years with one and now 2 kids and the leather looks brand new (and this is tan leather not a dark leather). Clean and condition once in a while and it will last forever.... more or less!!;)

Cheers... Gary
 
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I have aftermarket leather and they are not hot in the summer nor are they cold in the winter, at least not in Houston Texas. I love the way it cleans up. With cloth I dont' ever believe it gets really cleaned, do you vaccume your clothes to clean them?
 
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Well as far as I know, everyone with leather having a tough time keep it clean. My relative own 2001 MVP with leather and the other relative own a 2001 Acura MDX. Their leather look very nasty. When it get dirty, it is not easy to get off at all. The only think that is easy to wipe off from leather is water spile. They end up wrap all kind of towel on their leather seat. They all want to get rid of it when they see my 2001 Odi. cloth seats with the same year as their van and suv stay very clean after 1 year of usage. We have a 2 years old girl and my wife babysit all kind of kids from neighborhood and friend kids. Oh well, if you like leather seat go for it. I only use leather for my feet as TrickOdyssey mention. The shoe have all kind of ventilation holes in it and I don't care if it get dirty. I hope Honda rethink and make cloth seat with RES.
 
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For all the leather challenged people out there...

"Facts About Leather
Leather has a sensuous lure about it. It's synonymous with luxury, class and culture, yet leather is a durable and practical covering that outlives fabric upholstery 4 to 1. The softness of leather available today is far superior to products of just a few years ago.

Leather is the strongest upholstery material known to man. It will not readily burn or melt, and unlike most fabric or vinyl, it's extremely difficult to puncture. Unlike imitation leathers, genuine leather will not become hot or sticky in summer, nor cold and clammy in winter. Because leather is a natural material, it breathes, making it comfortable year round.


Easy Leather Care
Because leather is a natural product, it needs little or no care during normal use. However, in the event that you have a spot or spill, the following cleaning hints should help.

Stain Removal Tips for...

Spots and Spills: Blot excess liquid immediately with a clean absorbent cloth or sponge. If necessary, use clear, lukewarm water and gently wipe the spill. Dry with a clean towel and allow to air dry.

Stubborn Spots and Stains: Use a mild solution of Ivory soap and clear, lukewarm water. Apply the soap to a clean, wet sponge, then rinse well and let air dry naturally. Always try the cleaning method in a hidden area first to be sure it's colorfast.

Butter, Oil, or Grease: Wipe excess butter, oil, or grease off the leather with a clean, dry cloth, then leave it alone as the spot should dissipate into the leather in a short period of time. Do not apply water to try to wash a butter, oil, or grease stain.

Never Use...
Saddle soap, abrasive cleanser, soap, furniture polish oil, varnish, or ammonia water. The leather has already been permanently preserved in the tanning process and needs no maintenance other than the simple cleaning recommended.

Most liquids will be initially repelled by the leather, but if left to stand over an extended period of time, they will be absorbed. This is why it's a good idea to wipe up spills immediately. If the spill is absorbed, it will dissipate over time, just as human skin will absorb and eventually diffuse stains.

NOTE: The preceding remedies are in accordance with general cleaning industry procedures. We cannot guarantee favorable results, and we assume no liability in connection with their use."
 
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I have the fact about being hot right here in 120 degrees Arizona sun. Everytime I got in my genuine Cadi leather seat after my grocery shoping, it melt my butt all the time. My Odyssey cloth seats have no problem with summer heat here. I am very comfortable with it. I also have the fact on my relative 2001 MPV genuine leather seat. I see all kind of scratches and dirty spot on their leather seat after one year of usage and they only have one 12 years old son. They said they tried to remove the stain and scratches according to what the dealer told them, but some spot he end ruined the leather for cleaning the leather too hard. I want to see if someone can clean my cousin genuine leather sofa. He want to get rid of it, but no one want to buy it. I'm glad I got rid all of my leather sofas a few months back. All of my cloth sofas still look wonderful after a few years of usage with all kind of kids in the house. If the leather is so luxury, durable and so easy to clean; why wouldn't they replace carpet with leather material on the house floor? It probably smell nasty if they use leather as a floor. In my view, cloth is always the best for years and still is.....! It is just a leather company tactic to sale their leather products by allowing luxury car companies to put in their vehicles, so the leather material look expensive and customers fall into their sale tactic trap...! No more comment....I have enough of leather crab....and I wish Honda put RES with cloth seat....if you listen, please do so! Thanks.
 
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