At Sydney Motor Trimmers we specialise in the repair and restoration of leather and vinyl car seats. Whether you have a scratch, scuff, tear, burn or stain we can repair the damage. In the event of rips or cuts we also undertake restitching.

Our seat repair service covers repairs to vehicle seat covers, foams, springs and frames; general wear and tear, worn bolsters, deployed airbags, vandalism, cigarette burns etc. In most cases we are able to replace just the individual panels of the seat cover that are damaged thus minimising costs. It is only in more extreme cases that a total recover may be necessary.

We specialise in all vehicle makes and models

Models we specialise in include - Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Audi, Austin, Bentley, BMW, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Corvette, Dodge, Ferrari, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Lotus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Saab, Volkswagen and Volvo.

Car Seat Repair Service

Our highly skilled trimmers can accommodate every type of seat repair you might require. Seat repairs break down into upholstery problems and mechanical problems. Upholstery problems generally are variations of torn, worn, soiled or damaged upholstery.

 If you have any of these, we can:

• Repair the damaged areas
• Install a replacement factory upholstery cover
• Replace one or several "panels" with the same or similar materials
• Re-upholster the seat completely in the same or similar materials
• Re-cover the seat completely in a new material
• We can use leather, vinyl or cloth, or we can install a leather interior conversion

At Sydney Motor Trimmers, the majority of seat repairs we do involve partial replacement of leather or vinyl. Therefore, we've developed considerable knowledge in matching these materials by colour and grain. Mercedes leather is different to BMW leather, Lexus leather and Jaguar leather.

We maintain a large selection of leather and vinyl for different manufacturers. If we don't have it in stock, we can usually get it from our suppliers within a day or two.
Inside of a seat

We are fully trained and have an in house welding facility to repair broken seat frames. Our most common mechanical work is repair/replacement of seat frames, springs, motors, tracks, recliner mechanisms and drive cables. We order parts from auto dealerships or from a wide network of new and used parts sources.

Proper care of your seat upholstery can insure its full life and minimise the need for costly repairs. For advice on caring for your leather, vinyl, cloth or synthetic suede seats see these sections in our Convertible Top and Interior Care Guide.

Seat Heaters

Seat heaters are available for a large number of seat configurations in late model cars and provide either two or three levels of heat. They are designed to keep you warm whether you are sitting on leather, cloth, or vinyl.

A seat heater kit consists of a seat heater pad for the backrest and cushion, switches, a control unit, and a wiring harness. The heater pads are installed underneath the seat's upholstery covers. Where the heater switches are installed depends on the interior configuration of the car.

Seat heaters warm the core of your body in a way that cannot be duplicated by your car's heater system. They are especially effective for people who are susceptible to cold and have trouble getting warm. They are a fantastic gift idea!