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Leather vs Cloth Vehicle Seats

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What are the Benefits of Leather Seats?

Part of the fun of purchasing a new vehicle is finding one that has everything you want including even the simplest of features. Regardless if you are purchasing brand new or pre-owned there are a lot of decisions to make when in the vehicle buying process. When looking at a new vehicle one thing to consider, which may be silly to some, is whether you want leather or cloth upholstery. While it may seem insignificant to some, many customers have preferences on upholstery and there are many differences between the various options. Take a look at some of the benefits of leather seats.  

Leather seats are great for many reasons from the value to the high-quality look it gives a vehicle. Because of the benefits of leather seats, many customers, especially those with children opt for the easy to clean leather upholstery.

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  1. Hard to Stain: Unlike cloth upholstery, leather is harder to stain. Of course, leather can stain but for the most part, it is resilient from common stains such as liquids, dirt and more.
  2. Easy to Clean: Because of the smooth and silky surface, leather seats are very easy to clean. Just make sure to vacuum any dirt and garbage off the seats and then wipe the seats down. It is recommended to use a leather moisturizer on your seats to maintain the look and condition of your upholstery.
  3. Pleasant Smell: Leather seats don’t absorb odor like cloth upholstery and in fact, leather has a distinct smell which many people associate with that “new car” smell.
  4. Resale Value: Leather seats are very in demand and because they cost more, leather seats have a great resale value as long as they are maintained.

There are many things to consider when deciding if leather seats are the right option for you. For many customers, it comes down to preferences and lifestyle. Contact us at AutoMax of Youngsville for more information on leather upholstery and check out our inventory to see what quality pre-owned vehicles we offer with leather seats.