Door bin lid covers

[baso]

So, usual 986 / 996 issue with the door bin lid covers - some of the plastic finish is peeling off. It is not too bad on my car, but I notice it and it is annoying. 

 

I know there are multiple forum topics on this on 986 forum etc, but would be keen on hearing if anybody here has any bright ideas or experience.

 

Options I am considering are:

1. Buy some replacement lids same as current. I figure they should last pretty well given the car is not a daily driver, and I never really use the arm rests

 

2. Look at something like the below:

http://www.classic9leathershop.com/996-986-boxster/door-bin-cover-set-for-porsche-996-and-986-boxster/

 

Anybody had any experience with the above (leather covered lids from the US)?

 

Any other suggestions for a non handy person?

 

[Ozvino]

Rob Budd (owner of classic 9) is a craftsman and well known in the Porsche community in the USA. I've bought some 928 related items and his craftsmanship can't be faulted. Do your own research on Rennlist but I don't think you will be disappointed. Just factor in some time as he usually makes everything (by hand) to order so it's not an overnight process

Cheers

Dave

[SteveT]

Have you spoken to a motor trimmer? My detailer suggested that I talk to one about that same type of issue on the console of the 987 just behind the ashtray. I think the PO wore a watch and rested his arm there and the watch scratched the coating off. One day.....