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Hi E46 interior gurus,

While the E46 has a well-built cabin for its era, time can take its toll. This thread is for discussing common interior wear and tear issues and sharing DIY fixes and upgrade ideas popular in the UK.

Let's make our E46 interiors pristine again!

Common Interior Issues & Potential Upgrades:

• Sagging Headliner: A very common E46 problem! DIY re-trimming experiences? Recommended materials and adhesives available in the UK? Cost to get it professionally done?
• Peeling A, B, C Pillar Trim Fabric: Similar to the headliner. How have you fixed yours?
• Worn Seat Bolsters (especially Alcantara/Leather Sport seats): Repair kits, re-upholstery services in the UK, or seat cover solutions?
• Steering Wheel Re-trimming/Replacement: Options for worn M-Sport wheels or standard wheels. UK companies offering re-trimming services? DIY kits?
• Gear Knob & Gaiter Replacement: Easy upgrade to freshen things up. Popular choices?
• Centre Console / Armrest Issues: Broken hinges, worn surfaces.
• Sticky/Worn Interior Plastics (e.g., around window switches): Cleaning, re-painting, or replacement options?
• Upgrading Interior Trim: Swapping wood trim for aluminium, carbon fibre wrap, etc. Show us your transformations!
• Sound System Upgrades: Head unit replacement (single DIN, double DIN with custom fascia), speaker upgrades (e.g., BavSound, direct replacements). Android head unit experiences?
• LED Interior Lighting Upgrades:

Please share your before & after photos, links to UK suppliers for materials/parts, DIY guides, and recommendations for UK-based services (e.g., trimmers).

Let's get those interiors looking sharp!