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  1. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    Hey guys I was wondering if you guys think is possible to take the leather seats ( with heating and cooled ) from a higher model optima same 4th gen body style and put it in my base model 2018 optima, With the switch as well to have functioning heated and cooled seats in my base model... I know...
  2. The Detailing Corner
    The driver side seat in my 2017 Optima Hybrid EX has accumulated what is either some ground in dirt, or some dye. I frequently wear black slacks, so I suspect it might actually be the ink/dye that is used in my pants. I've had the seats cleaned at a car wash, but not fully detailed. That got...
  3. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    I've googled a little but haven't really seen an answer. Are there any common issues with the leather lining the door panel of an SX separating from the door panel? This happened on my Mustang and was apparently a common problem for the model as the glue and the lining of it's leather/vinyl trim...
  4. New Member Introductions
    Hey Everyone. I'm Joel and I live in Eastern North Carolina. Last summer, I traded my 2013 Hyundai Elantra for a 2017 Kia Optima LX Turbo with the LX Value Package. The merlot leather and the heated steering wheel are my favorite features. I've always loved cars since I was a child. I must say...
  5. DIY : Appearance And Body Modifications
    I have 2011 Kia optima and my steering wheels has been fading for a while. I purchased after market leather steering wheel cover from Alibaba and it was made for my specific car. Installation was pain in the ass. but I'm decently happy with the result. 1. Clean the wheel with windex, 409...
  6. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    What do you guys use to maintain your leather seats? Mine is a little over a year old and has some lines in a few places already (no tears or holes). My car has been parked in the garage every night, so it hasn't had much sun exposure. Thanks.
  7. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hi just curious if me conditioning my seats are pointless....I got some 303 aerospace protectant would that do it any better? Anyone have any experience here ? I've used lexol Conditioner and it dried it out learned later that it's not for nappa leather got a much better condictionary after made...
  8. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hey guys was just wondering does anyone know what kind of detailing cleaner or conditioner the dealerships for kia leather cars? When I got the car I know they detailed it does kia have a specific cleaner that they use kinda like how BMW has their own ? It smells absolutely fantastic was hoping...
  9. K5OS - Carbon Fiber Products
    Is excited to bring to the Optima community, the: 2011-2020 Kia Optima Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel (BUY NOW) Description: This is a fully customized genuine Kia Optima OEM steering wheel Your OEM wheel controls and components transfer from your wheel, to the new wheel The product we are...
  10. The Detailing Corner
    Detailing my new Optima last night at 4am (first bad idea) i took a small like 1" patch of leather almost clean off. Scrubbed it to the point it is now a dark brown, and all the leather is cracked and worn. It looks aweful. I want to dye/paint it back. But I can't find the right color or...
  11. The Service Center
    I did some searching but was unable to find much useful info. I have a 2012 optima EX-T with tan leather seats down in florida. Since I got the car (used in 2014) it has had a kinda stinky smell. My wife and I had thought it was a moldy smell and noticed it most when first getting in the car...
  12. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Any advice for keeping gray leather seats clean? I have always had black leather so I didn't have to worry about stains from jeans, etc. I don't have kids or pets, so it won't get a lot of abuse but I know it is pretty easy to stain light colored leather. I have seen what can happen to beige...
  13. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I own a 2012 Optima and I think im crazy but I noticed the rear seat centre headrest, the back of it feels like the material has dried out and become really hard and tough. I've also noticed that the side bolsters of the rear seats on one side feels really rough and odd. Nobody ever sits in...
  14. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Has anyone stepped up to changing the leather interior in their car? I'm heavily considering switching my black leather and and going with either coral red like in BMW or Rioja red in Lexus. There's just something that's super sexy about that red interior especially on a white car.
  15. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Has anybody had these leather pieces recovered?
  16. The Detailing Corner
    What's the best type of leather cleaner/conditioner to use on my seats?
  17. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hey so after a quick search I found members having issues with the steering wheel and had it replaced, I however have an issue with the arm rest on the driver side door where my elbow rest. I bought my car certified not sure if that helps but it looks like they tried to cover up the leather...
  18. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    2015 optima sx-t is my wife's car. A few weeks ago we noticed some white spots on the leather in some weird locations. was able to wipe them off with a moist towel last time. But my son noticed then again when I was putting her car in the garage tonight. spots came back in the exact same 5...
  19. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    I know the k5optimastore.com has some nice K5 leather headrest covers but what about leather seat covers? Are their any quality leather seat covers available? I have grey leather interior and would love to have black leather to contrast the swp exterior color. Thanks!
  20. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Does anyone know where I can get them? Just the actual leathers.. I have the basic pleathers and would like to switch to the black nappas... Thanks..
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