Got my M & M 's for the Puma today

[dmdigital]

No not the chocolate sort:p

Melvill & Moon seat covers from South Africa bought through Exmoor Trim, UK.

Really nice, easy to fit, heave canvas...

Each set comes in its own duffle bag
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1108.jpg

Back seat
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1109.jpg

There's a small zip pocket inside the larger one (with the press stud) and a half length zipped outer pocket on the back of the front seats
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1110.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1111.jpg

There's also a small press stud closing pocket on the inner side of each front seat.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1112.jpg

Outer edge of front seat is reinforced
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1113.jpg

[EchiDna]

I daren't ask how much, but they sure look the dog's danglies :)

[Scallops]

They look great dm_TD5! I reckon you'll be needing them up there in God's country too.

And BTW - pretty sure it wasn't us you saw on the Stuart Hwy last month - but enjoy your new truck - they are brilliant vehicles. :)

[dullbird]

hahahahahahahh........

delivery man tried to deliver ours today twice:D.....looks like we got them at the same time, you win on the speedy fit though hey;):p.


stay tuned on this post as we will fit ours in the next day or so

and you can then see what the sand ones look like:twisted:

[dmdigital]

I daren't ask how much, but they sure look the dog's danglies :)
75% of the price of locally made ones.


They look great dm_TD5! I reckon you'll be needing them up there in God's country too.

And BTW - pretty sure it wasn't us you saw on the Stuart Hwy last month - but enjoy your new truck - they are brilliant vehicles. :)
Good to hear, didn't think it was either,because the sod didn't wave and I'm know you would have


stay tuned on this post as we will fit ours in the next day or so
and you can then see what the sand ones look like:twisted:
Look forward to the pic's.

The grey really suites the silver vehicle. I'm sure the sand ones will look really good with the Tonga Green.

They're a piece of cake to fit! Had to vacuum up all the dog hair and sand first though.

[dullbird]

75% of the price of locally made ones.


Good to hear, didn't think it was either,because the sod didn't wave and I'm know you would have


Look forward to the pic's.



The grey really suites the silver vehicle.
I'm sure the sand ones will look really good with the Tonga Green.

They're a piece of cake to fit! Had to vacuum up all the dog hair and sand first though.

yeh i bet they do! that grey would of been my choice for your colour silver too

[Narangga]

No not the chocolate sort:p


Bugger! Look fantastic though - definitely worth the effort. :D

[one_iota]

Well ain't they the ducks...look fantastic!


I got a bonus today...I think I'll spend a bit on a set of those :)

(Oh.... and a donation to AULRO :p)

[dullbird]

Well ain't they the ducks...look fantastic!


I got a bonus today...I think I'll spend a bit on a set of those :)

if you do call them to buy some.....Please do me a big favour and say that you are contacting them because they have recently delt with friends of yours derek and louise of the forum.......

that way if they know we are putting there name out there, they might be more forth coming with cracking deals with us in the future;):p

[one_iota]

if you do call them to buy some.....Please do me a big favour and say that you are contacting them because they have recently delt with friends of yours derek and louise of the forum.......

that way if they know we are putting there name out there, they might be more forth coming with cracking deals with us in the future;):p

Absolutely Lou...after all this place has some credibility these days. :D

[dullbird]

and they better not go and crack any deals with these friggin covers now me and derek have brought them.......

[Scallops]

Good to hear, didn't think it was either,because the sod didn't wave and I'm know you would have



Mate - I would have practically fallen out of the window...:D

[one_iota]

and they better not go and crack any deals with these friggin covers now me and derek have brought them.......

Well if they offer me a discount I'll donate the balance to AULRO as contribution to the new server.

Now there is a challenge.:p

:)

[dullbird]

ok so our covers are on........and no they are not easy to fit! they are a tight fit which made them hard to get on.
but apart from that when we took our front seat bases out and fit the covers we couldn't get the bloody things back in again for love nor money...
but i'm happy with them, and for some reason we have an extra 3 head rest covers :D


I will post pics up when ian gets home from work it was late and to dark to take pics.....(because i cant afford a flash for my camera :( :D )

[dullbird]

sorry not the best pics!! but you get the idea:)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1065.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1066.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1067.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1068.jpg
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/1069.jpg

[Yorkshire_Jon]

Now Ive never been a lover of seat covers - they always seem to slide around and end up coming off the base...

Thats said I do like to protect the seats and keep them clean and tidy... See the dilema!!

I have some waterproof & breathable covers on the 110 at the moment and they are good apart from the fact that they have a reluctance to keep on the seat pad when leaving the vehicle.

Question. What keeps the M&Ms on the seat? Do you find they move around - they look a much better fit to the LR ones I have.

Mines a 2006 110XS so I dont have those fancy seats:(

regards,
Jon

[dmdigital]

and for some reason we have an extra 3 head rest covers
You too! What's going on? They are different too with a velcro centre piece:confused:

As for the fitting of the front bases, we had some problems, but got it sorted, I'll get some pic's if you need. The trick was to feed the straps through the eye-lets one way and the pull the whole lot forward off the back a bit as the eye-lets catch on the base.


Now Ive never been a lover of seat covers - they always seem to slide around and end up coming off the base...

Thats said I do like to protect the seats and keep them clean and tidy... See the dilema!!

I have some waterproof & breathable covers on the 110 at the moment and they are good apart from the fact that they have a reluctance to keep on the seat pad when leaving the vehicle.

Question. What keeps the M&Ms on the seat? Do you find they move around - they look a much better fit to the LR ones I have.

Mines a 2006 110XS so I dont have those fancy seats:(

regards,
Jon

Jon, they've only been on a couple of days! Anyway the backs are wrapped around the seat and velcro close at the bottom. The front bases have a strap that pulls the tight around the base, the rears have 2 straps like the front and on the 60% side some extra straps in the middle.

[dullbird]

Now Ive never been a lover of seat covers - they always seem to slide around and end up coming off the base...

Thats said I do like to protect the seats and keep them clean and tidy... See the dilema!!

I have some waterproof & breathable covers on the 110 at the moment and they are good apart from the fact that they have a reluctance to keep on the seat pad when leaving the vehicle.

Question. What keeps the M&Ms on the seat? Do you find they move around - they look a much better fit to the LR ones I have.

Mines a 2006 110XS so I dont have those fancy seats:(

regards,
Jon

the seat covers are also a tight tailor fit.......i would be very supprised if these moved at all...the only thing ian said when i asked them what they are like he said it will take a bit to get used to them as they make the seat feel a lot stiffer..

so derek you like the colour....might not be everyone's cup of tea but i think they look fantastic with the dark coloured car

[dmdigital]

tso derek you like the colour....might not be everyone's cup of tea but i think they look fantastic with the dark coloured car
Lou, they look really good! The Tonga Green suits having that colour as much as the Zermat Silver suited the grey covers. I bet it also brightens up the black interior of the Puma heaps.

So you are happy with them (after a day or two)?

[dullbird]

Lou, they look really good! The Tonga Green suits having that colour as much as the Zermat Silver suited the grey covers. I bet it also brightens up the black interior of the Puma heaps.

So you are happy with them (after a day or two)?
i aven't sat in them yet to drive so cant comment!!

[dmdigital]

i aven't sat in them yet to drive so cant comment!!
So like me you don't get to drive the Puma everyday either:(

[dullbird]

So like me you don't get to drive the Puma everyday either:(


No i just get to dress it up and get it looking like how i like them to look:twisted:.. thats just the pay off:D

[one_iota]

Well mine are ordered.

For the aesthetes: grey goes with white and silver...beige goes with green :p

My partner rolled her eyes and asked why old beach towels or fitted sheets wouldn't have done the job...I'll remove the cover from the front passenger seat ;)

I'm lucky because I get to sit on them on a daily basis.:D

And just for the record: it is difficult to negotiate a discount with an on line purchasing facility with a company on the other side of the world. Never-the less AULRO will get a donation :p :D

[Rugrat]

Mine are being dispatched today - Gone for the grey - to match the grey.
Fantastic service by the staff over there they are SOOOO helpfull .... Cheers Sandy - great customer service.
Will also post some shots - maybe we can start an M&M's gallery :D

[dmdigital]

I think I've started something...:angel:

Look forward to the pictures!

[dullbird]

looks like we started a trend!!!! derek :D

although my trend started before you even picked up your car, you just rekindled it :p

[one_iota]

As for the fitting of the front bases, we had some problems, but got it sorted, I'll get some pic's if you need. The trick was to feed the straps through the eye-lets one way and the pull the whole lot forward off the back a bit as the eye-lets catch on the base.




I fitted the fronts today and putting the bases back in was a pig.:mad:

I managed but am dreading taking the passenger side out to get to the battery compartment.

Very pleased with them though :)

[dmdigital]

I don't know why you are all having problems with the front seat base:confused:
Here's a pic of mine I just took.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/567.jpg

I had two goes at getting it on and this seemed to be the best solution. After that they are no stiffer to remove the base than before I had the covers. I pulled this off and put it back on one handed whilst holding the camera.

[dullbird]

I fitted the fronts today and putting the bases back in was a pig.:mad:



I managed but am dreading taking the passenger side out to get to the battery compartment.

Very pleased with them though :)

do we we have done fit an anderson plug;)

[Rugrat]

I fitted the fronts today and putting the bases back in was a pig.:mad:

Agree with that - they are absolute buggers to get on :twisted:.

Worth it though - heres some more M&M shots.

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1073/img2563ew1.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/4338/img2561fo6.jpg

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/6512/img2559nz3.jpg

[dmdigital]

Hey RugRat, that looks awfully similar to my first post:D

Are you pleased with them too?

One comment, I think you've put the middle headrest on wrong, it looks very loose.

[Rugrat]

Hey RugRat, that looks awfully similar to my first post:D

Are you pleased with them too?

One comment, I think you've put the middle headrest on wrong, it looks very loose.

Wrong :eek: - never :angel: - just like not proper like :p

Yep - very pleased - once they're worn in think they'll be a better fit - minor adjustments here and there (just NOT the front seats) -

strange it is like your first post - just a classier exterior color :tease:

[one_iota]

I don't know why you are all having problems with the front seat base:confused:
Here's a pic of mine I just took.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/09/567.jpg

I had two goes at getting it on and this seemed to be the best solution. After that they are no stiffer to remove the base than before I had the covers. I pulled this off and put it back on one handed whilst holding the camera.

Well I took the base out today as I'm wiring for the fridge and had another look at it...the cover is fitted very much like yours.

This time the base went back in a little more easily....not one handed but better.

It's a mystery. :D

They are very comfortable to sit on...Sal didn't even notice until I pointed them out (in fairness it was dark) ...but she has old towels for seat covers in the subie and probably expected a similar fit.

And dullbird the anderson plug is a good idea. :D

[dmdigital]

Well I took the base out today as I'm wiring for the fridge and had another look at it...the cover is fitted very much like yours.

This time the base went back in a little more easily....not one handed but better.

It's a mystery. :D

And dullbird the anderson plug is a good idea. :D

Anderson plug is on the list as is some more wiring.


Wrong :eek: - never :angel: - just like not proper like :p

Yep - very pleased - once they're worn in think they'll be a better fit - minor adjustments here and there (just NOT the front seats) -

strange it is like your first post - just a classier exterior color :tease:

Wasn't thinking, yours is dark silver:p

Actually there's another Puma in town that is Stornoway Grey and I must admit it looks very good:)
One thing I will say for the Zermat Silver is it REALLY reflects the heat from the vehicle:cool:

[Narangga]

One thing I will say for the Zermat Silver is it REALLY reflects the heat from the vehicle:cool:

So that's why its feeling warmer lately :angel:

[BilboBoggles]

Sorry to resurect this old thread. I need a set of seat covers for a new PUMA. I like the Melville and Moon, but for the life of me I cannot figure out how to find let alone order them from the Exmoor site. Any pointers would be appreciated - preferrably a direct click here to order the right set type help would be very much appreciated!!!

** Alternatively has any other brand of seat cover come up in the last 3 months?

[dullbird]

go to the exmoor trim site and get thier phone number...much easier to deal with them over the phone as thier website has a quirk in it when ordering the back seat covers as you have to order fronts and backs seperatly. and even though you put both in the cart it only shows up as twp sets of fronts very bizzare

very very nice people to talk to over the phone...quick easy and take card payment too

oh and never be sorry for errecting an old thread, it shows you have searched the site which is far more appreciated then answering the same old questions..

besides we all like to look back at how good looking are cars are and we can only do that without looking vein by someone else ressurecting a thread :p :D

[lardy]

saw those online very tidy, as i used to go to land rovers owners international show in peterborough cambs, and exmoor always had a stall, loved the look of exmoors stuff, they dont seem to have the bench seat cover for the 130 but!!!
if they did wonder if it would be having map pockets in it lol ?
Anyone tried exmoor acoustic stuff as opposed to noise killer stuff ? exmoor slightly cheaper but is it as effective ????

[dmdigital]

As DB said: Exmoor Trim (http://www.exmoortrim.co.uk/)

Give them a call, they are very helpful.

Oh and post up some pic's of your Puma!

[BilboBoggles]

Appears Exmoor trim no longer sell to the public - They want me to talk to their distributors.

The economic situation can't be too bad - I can't find anyone who will take a $1k and swap it for some canvas bags. Craddocks - I've phoned 3 times now, and they are as rude as anything. Still waiting for a quote - nearly 10 days now. NeneOverland have never sent these outside of the UK...

So if you have any contacts who might be able to help swap some cash for some canvas bags then please let me know......

[Scallops]

Appears Exmoor trim no longer sell to the public - They want me to talk to their distributors.

The economic situation can't be too bad - I can't find anyone who will take a $1k and swap it for some canvas bags. Craddocks - I've phoned 3 times now, and they are as rude as anything. Still waiting for a quote - nearly 10 days now. NeneOverland have never sent these outside of the UK...

So if you have any contacts who might be able to help swap some cash for some canvas bags then please let me know......

Michelle Sacs made mine - they are great.

MSA Products - Michelle's Sacs (http://www.msaproducts.com.au/)

They make a set for the Puma. :)

[one_iota]

For those who would prefer the M & M's they are also available direct from Melvill and Moon in South Africa:

Dael@melvillandmoon.com

www.melvillandmoon (http://www.melvillandmoon)




Thanks so much for your enquiry. You may certainly order these covers from us directly – the price is R4950 for the 2007 model Defender 110 but the door to door airfreight cost to Australia will probably almost double the price unless you order a few sets. We would also need to make 100% sure that the seat configuration is not different in any way. Other prices are R2950 for the pick up and R4200 for the Defender 90, all 2007 models. Do let me know your delivery address so that I may obtain a freight quote. Credit Cards are accepted.
Please bear in mind that our factory closes for two weeks on Dec 19th for the Christmas and New Year period.
Covers take 7 to 10 working days to make and we will resume full production on January 12, 2009.
Colours available are Sand (khaki) or Leadshot Grey, all 100% cotton canvas, rot-proofed, water resistant and hand-washable.


R4950 is currently $713 AUD

[jimb]

Just to resurrect, again. The M & M people are great, s the post below says- still same email etc. The exmoor trim ones have done their own home brand job.

I think the MSA ones are also great but for me the M & M ones are the bollocks. I first noticed them on a custom painted Td5 in AMsterdam. Khaki/sand paint with black powder coated alloys and a set of these seat covers- but I thought they were a new LR material seat or something because they looked so snug and fit the car perfectly. Upon closer inspecytion I saw the buttons with Melviil and Moon and started looking them up and kept getting directed to Exmoor trim- but I think there might be a gap in terms of qualitiy of fit.

Ordered mine today for Puma.. like previous post on colpour choices.. lighter cars= grey covers.. darker= sand coloured. but then again each to their own..

[jimb]

Still waiting on freight quote because previously they freight was more than the covers. I spoke to DAel today and pasted the customs Law on any product under the value of AU$1000 is not charged duty because he was saying it was the transport service that was claiming to have to pay it..

ANyyone interested?.. will keep posted

[KarlB]

Appears Exmoor trim no longer sell to the public - They want me to talk to their distributors.

The economic situation can't be too bad - I can't find anyone who will take a $1k and swap it for some canvas bags. Craddocks - I've phoned 3 times now, and they are as rude as anything. Still waiting for a quote - nearly 10 days now. NeneOverland have never sent these outside of the UK...

So if you have any contacts who might be able to help swap some cash for some canvas bags then please let me know......

I bought my M&Ms from Nene Overland earlier this year! They were a bit slow but they arrived safely at my front door in Canberra.

Cheers
KarlB

[jimb]

what was the freight cost from NeneOverland ?
What vehicle did you fit out?

Would you mind tellign me how much it all cost?

(& they were M & M's- not the exmoor trim stuff?)

[roley18]

I also purchased a full set (front + 2nd) of M&M seat covers from Nene Overland for my 2008 Puma.

Even though the order was stuffed up in that the front and 2nd row colours were different, Nene were great to deal with. I don't believe it was mistake by Nene, and at no point did they pass blame. Instead they sent the correct coloured 2nd row immediately, and said to keep the orginal incorrectly coloured ones (grey). Look out for a For Sale soon.

The fit of the M&M are brilliant and surprisingly how much more comfortable they make travel in all conditions.

Recommend both M&M and Nene.


Dirk.....

Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

[Tomo]

Hello,
I got mine from Brookwells

Exmoor Trim :: Melville & Moon Canvas Seat Covers LIMITED STOCK From Brookwells (http://www.brookwell.co.uk/products/exmoor-trim/melville---moon-canvas-seat-covers-limited-stock)

I enquired direct from M&M, however the postage from South Africa was horrendous. It was cheaper to buy them from U.K!

Theyare very well made, very snug fit, I struggled to put them on the front seats initially as they were so tight.....

Cheers

[jimb]

yep. Horrendous is an understatement. I think i will still pull the cord.

KArlB, Neneoverlander DOES NOT stock them anymore... when i read your post I rang them straight away only to be told they dont sell M &M anymore but the Exmoor trim copies.

Tomo, when did you get yours, suspect you got the last of the limited...How are they wearing.. any troubleshooting advice in getting them on? or things to be careful with.. mind you they are seat covers.. to protect the seat.. so they are menat to get dirty.

[Tomo]

It was about 2 years ago I purchaced them.

Fitting Tips - The front seat bases were the hardest part to put on. I did not bother tying up the straps at the back as I found that the 'bowties' got in the way and the seat would not slot back properly. The covers still do not move even though the straps are not done up.....

They are wearing well, I washed them 6 months ago for the 1st time and was amazed at how much red dirt came out of them........ Wash with tepid, water only with a small amount of soap and flat dry. The drivers seat has faded quite a bit... I swapped it with the front passenger side to even up the wear. The nifty little pockets on the side of the front seat backrest are against the pillar now, I dont use them anyway.

Good luck finding some at a good price....

[Loubrey]

Crazy coincidence...! Mine just arrived yesterday as well. Mine came from South Africa though as the family over there clubbed together for a Christmas gift to send me.

I’ve only got the two front ones as the 90 never has the rear seats fitted and I’m absolutely thrilled with them. Cool little duffel bag as well!

Mine came with a canvas spare wheel cover as well which wasn’t on the order. Do they send that as standard advertising (it’s got the M & M logo on it) or was that included by accident?

Cheers,

Lou

[KarlB]

Crazy coincidence...! Mine just arrived yesterday as well. Mine came from South Africa though as the family over there clubbed together for a Christmas gift to send me.

I’ve only got the two front ones as the 90 never has the rear seats fitted and I’m absolutely thrilled with them. Cool little duffel bag as well!

Mine came with a canvas spare wheel cover as well which wasn’t on the order. Do they send that as standard advertising (it’s got the M & M logo on it) or was that included by accident?

Cheers,

Lou
When I got mine (like you fronts only for the D90) I got the bag but not the spare wheel cover.

Cheers
KarlB
http://www.getsmileyface.com/christmas/7.gif

[Tomo]

When I got mine 2 years ago I ordered 2 fronts + rear bench for 110 wagon.
I got 2 duffel bags and 2 key rings (leather tag), no spare wheel cover.

Hey lou I wouldnt mind seeing a pic of the spare wheel cover.
Sounds much better than a vynal one.

Cheers

[Loubrey]

Tomo,

I'll give it a fit this evening and post a picture.

Cheers!

[jimb]

Yeah,

Pulled the trigger- probably dreaming but maybe arrive before christmas.. not sure what I';ll do if the missus see the invoice.. ** mental note- delete all email correspondance with M& M!


I would also love to see the rear wheel cover! Loubrey what colour did you get?

Agree with earlier posts: dark with the light coloured vehicles and sand coloured for dark looks great.

jb

[Loubrey]

Jim,

The covers are grey on the Stornoway Grey 90. I suppose dark enough to have gone for the sand colour, but being a Christmas gift I'm happy regardless!:D

The spare cover is an interresting dark grey/green colour unlike any of the advertised colour schemes. I initially thought it was grey like the seat covers, but in the light you can see that it's got a bit of green in it.

Hope I get home in time this evening to take a picture in the sunlight otherwise I'll do it over the weekend.

[Loubrey]

All,

Sorry for the late reply, but I just ran out of time over the weekend!

Photo of the fitted wheel cover attached. Like I said, when I opened the package the wheel cover was folded up with the rest of the gear and I asumed it was the norm to get the spare cover for free.

Not sure I want to drive around as a mobile advertisement, but it'll keep the sun off for the time being! :)

[jimb]

Thanks mate. Yeah, nice one. I hear you but nice tough nonetheless.

I've gone the khaki/sand colour and show the missus and she wasn't impressed. Actually not many votes for the sand colour so far in my family.. oh well, thats what they'll be sitting on.

[dullbird]

I have the sand in mu dark green defender I always get comments on the seats people think they look really nice...light grey in a dark car just simply wouldn't look right IMHO

[Loubrey]

I have the sand in mu dark green defender I always get comments on the seats people think they look really nice...light grey in a dark car just simply wouldn't look right IMHO

I'm 100% with you there. The dark green and the sand look very nice together. I'm sure the dark blues and reds will look as good.

The gunmetal of the stornoway grey is a bit strange though as it's actually just a darker silver and I think the grey suits the colour better.

Must admit that with SWMBO's influence we seem to be sticking to a colour "theme" on tha car though, from grey to black and all shades in between...

[Tomo]

I agree with those sentiments, however something so well made I could probably make an exception....
The brand new GG which has been sitting on the back of my vehicle out in the weather for almost 3 years is as hard as a rock now. I probably should have rotated them around, A bit late now as the GGs on the car are down to about 25%........

As for colour, I also agree, Stornaway Grey the only choice is grey:)

Not sure I want to drive around as a mobile advertisement, but it'll keep the sun off for the time being! :)[/QUOTE]

[jimb]

Yep. The green with sand colour is great.

How waterproof are the seat covers? I think it said water resistant?

Looking forward to the canvas though.

(is it normal to be so excited about seat covers?... )


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[jimb]

Photos coming. Reckon they look sharp.

[M00nd0ggy]

I'm ordering a set this week although the freight price is nearly as much as the covers themselves :mad:

If anyone is interested in doing a group buy with me we could possibly get the freight cost down.

[sheep dog]

I am keen in sharing freight cost with you and prepared to buy now.

Like you i have received a quote for freight and almost doubles the price of covers.

Happy to work with you.

[M00nd0ggy]

Great mate
What ones are you looking at getting?
I will get another quote tonight.
Michael

[M00nd0ggy]

For 2 sets for 110 wagon ends up at 15,646 ZAR or $940.00/ea set.
Still very expensive :mad:

[sheep dog]

That’s a saving on the quote I got of $165.

A set of canvas seat covers from Black Duck driver and passenger only with Map pockets $353 not sure on the rear passenger for the Puma but looks like the same cost $353.

I am assuming they come with headrests postage and handling $16.50 total $722.00 against the M&Ms for $940. Are the M&Ms worth the extra couple hundred.:confused:

The M&Ms appear to have the name I know nothing about Black Duck any advice.

[M00nd0ggy]

Don't know about black duck but MSA ones are $856 plus postage so the m&ms aren't sounding so bad.

[sheep dog]

I am in for the M&Ms.

Are you still keen if so how do you want to proceed.

[dullbird]

black ducks have come down A LOT they were more expensive than the M&M's when I bought as were the MSA's

[Sue]

Ouch! That's a huge amount of money to spend on something you plan to get dirty... :o

I saw a Defender with a really nice set of seat covers.. well fitted.. stylish.. rugged.. canvas and custom made.. from Autobarn of all places.. I got a quote (but haven't got around to buying any yet as I'm still undecided as to whether I want seat covers or not).. around $250.. not too bad.. doesn't come with a brand name but at that price I wouldn't moan.. :)

[The Cone of Silence]

I ordered mine yesterday - sand colour going in the Stornoway Grey...controversial I know!

I also ordered a couple of bulkier items from them and when they told me the exorbitant air freight costs from Port Elizabeth, I asked them to quote for sea freight.

It'll take over a month to get here but it was a fraction of the price.

Definitely worth considering as it's a big saving and all it's going to cost is some patience and a pick-up from the Sydney sea port.

[M00nd0ggy]

Sheep Dog, just sent you a PM

[M00nd0ggy]

We live in Qld, wonder if you can get sea freight to Brisbane

[jimb]

I paid full price in freight but with a work job I have just saved about $3000 in freight costs using Stockwells a freight forwarding company.

I tried to
Order 2 sets at once but one issue you'll have is GST coming into Australia. As soon as package is over $1000AU you get charged GST on the lot, so it has se problems if you order full sets.

Bloody expensive but for me it is well worth it. Think they look better than original seats. Cooler to sit on. Kids are doing their best to destroy but cannot.

Not that I ever want to sell but seeing seats completely smashed isn't going to give her a loved in look.

[jimb]

Finally some photos.


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[M00nd0ggy]

They are the ducks nuts :D

[jimb]

Last one.

They are great to sit on. Cool
On the bum, look good and kids try to kill them and easy to clean.


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[The Cone of Silence]

I got mine today. I won't be able to put them on until Saturday first thing...and I can't wait.

Is it worth washing them first or treating them at all?

Bobby

[dullbird]

no bobby just put them on and enjoy :)

[M00nd0ggy]

Ordered mine today for our 110 & 90.
M&M got a really good rate for pickup from Brisbane Airport.
They have been more than helpful and can't wait to get our covers.

[wannabeexplorer]

Nice! I used a colleague from Joburg as a mule and got mine yesterday

[Loubrey]

Their international service is improving in big leaps and bounds.

At ZAR8.00/AUD$1.00 M&M seat covers are VERY expensive in South Africa and their market share definitely lies in quality international service.

I've had mine on for 2 months now and even in the Pilbara heat they are some of the most comfortable surfaces I've sat on!

[Iain_B]

I got my mother-in-law to bring mine out from South Africa, just goes to prove the mother-in-laws are useful for something :)

[davidgate]

I've read the thread but I'm still a little confused.:confused:

What is the best way to get my hands on a set of M&M's - through M&M in SA or through an agent.

Dave G :)

[The Cone of Silence]

Dave,

Go the the website and shoot them an email asking for a quote for the covers to be sent to you directly - see what it ends up being. I think Loubrey is right, they're tryig to find cheaper air freight so it's worth seeing if you're prepared to pay the money to get them very quickly.

Of course, if you know someone in SA who's dying to visit Australia, then you're winning.

I put mine on this weekend and I love them...and so do my neighbours.