[newInsight]

I've noticed a patch wear on the drivers seat. It's on the upper side area which usually gets brushed past while getting in and out.

I'm afraid it's going to wear through. (I'm having flashbacks :shock: to my last car - a 15 year old civic that wore through in the same spot, but in year 15.)

Have any other owners had issues with their seats wearing through already?

My new, used Insight is a 2000.

 

[Resist]

All cars have seat wear issues. That is why I use seat covers.

 

[Aaron Cake]

The seat covers are replacable without too much drama. I have not looked into price, but generally these things go for about $150 - $250. The old cover simply unzips, a few hog rings are removed, then it slides off. Installation is reverse of removal.

 

[mbarr]

Driver's Seat Wear

Pushing the seat back before getting out of the car helps prevent the brushing you're speaking of. It's a bit of a pain moving it forward for driving each time you get in but helps maintain the seats. Well worth it if you could see my 93 Del Sol.