Original Parts and Resale Value/Interest

[VAB5]

So I replaced my original alcantara steering wheel with a brand new BMW leather wheel.

My original wheel is in pretty good shape--no tears or worn spots, and it cleaned up pretty well. I just wanted leather.

I'm debating selling the alcantara wheel, but I'm wondering if I should hang on to it for the next owner, in case they are interested in originality.

Question is, does it really make that much difference? I doubt it would be a deal breaker, but it is rare enough of a part that it should stay with the car? Otherwise it's a couple hundred bucks just sitting in my basement.

Thanks!

[az3579]

So I replaced my original alcantara steering wheel with a brand new BMW leather wheel.

My original wheel is in pretty good shape--no tears or worn spots, and it cleaned up pretty well. I just wanted leather.

I'm debating selling the alcantara wheel, but I'm wondering if I should hang on to it for the next owner, in case they are interested in originality.

Question is, does it really make that much difference? I doubt it would be a deal breaker, but it is rare enough of a part that it should stay with the car? Otherwise it's a couple hundred bucks just sitting in my basement.

Thanks!

It's not going to impact the value of the car itself. You should sell it if you need the money.

[san]

Yup, I would sell it


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[stephenkirsh]

Sell. A lot of ZHPs came with leather wheels from factory.

[VAB5]

Thanks, all. I appreciate the feedback!

I'll sell it and get myself something nice for Christmas!

[fredo]

Sell it and buy some other goodies for your car. But I confess, I have an alcantara steering wheel in my closet that I plan to clean and install some day. :ninja