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When you buy a previously owned vehicle, you inherit a steering wheel that’s been in someone else’s hands for years. Some steering wheels hold up well, but a lot of them get pretty beat up over time. So what’s the quick solution to a sad-looking tiller? Easy. A fresh new steering wheel cover.
Fortunately, eBay Motors offers an endless selection of covers. for your steering wheel. But finding the right cover takes a little time. Here are a few suggestions for whittling down the abundant choices to what perfectly fits your ride.
Slip-On or Stitch-On?
Here’s the first question: Are you looking for a quick, cheap fix for your worn-out steering wheel, or a more permanent and aesthetic solution? If all you need is a to mask the horrors of the vehicle’s previous life, ASAP, a slip-on cover gets the nod.
A universal slip on steering wheel cover is quick and cheap but doesn’t always provide a snug fit.
But if you’re looking for a factory-fresh look to enhance your vehicle’s interior, a sew-on steering wheel cover is the only way to go. However, this task is not for everyone.
If you failed the hand sewing test in home economics class, you might need to enlist the help of someone adept with a needle and thread. Sewing on a custom steering wheel cover takes a bit of talent and a lot of patience. But the results can look fantastic.
Before you order a low-price sew-on cover, take a long look at your steering wheel. The least-expensive products are straight-edge universal designs. Unfortunately, they will not always provide a snug custom fit.
Vinyl, Leather, Suede, or Alcantara?
Does your Bimmer need a new leather steering wheel cover?
While most slip-on covers use inexpensive vinyl fabric, the best stitch-on covers use leather, suede, or Alcantara (synthetic suede) material. Costs rise accordingly.
Leather holds up best over time. Traditional suede and Alcantara steering wheel covers look and feel fabulous, but they require more upkeep and caution. Keep your hands clean, and make sure the hand sanitizer has evaporated before you grab the wheel.
The best leather stitch-on covers are model-specific. Richmond Auto Upholstery offers an excellent selection of custom stitched leather covers for Ford, General Motors, and Ram trucks.
Wheelskins, which was founded in 1977, sells custom stitch-on smooth and perforated leather covers in over a dozen colors for a wide range of vehicles. The company is based in Berkeley, Calif.
This heated steering wheel cover plugs into power to warm up.
Novelty Steering Wheel Covers
The possibilities are endless. Check out this Nightmare Before Christmas steering wheel cover.
There are lots of bad choices in life. None are as easily remedied as an ugly cover for your steering. If you’re an automotive enthusiast, you’ll probably want a custom sew-on cover. But your tastes might lean toward a favorite car brand, cartoon character, or your hometown sport team.
Expert tip: To find covers that fit your specific vehicle, start with a year/make/model search.
For example, type “2020 Dodge Challenger steering wheel cover.” The results will show all the covers that fit the vehicle and related trim pieces. Then try adding more details—maybe for “leather” or “stitch-on”—to narrow down the search.
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