Leather seat repairs...??

[oktapod]

I have a 330Ci with leather Sports seats, but as it's a leggy beast there is some wear on the driver's street-side shoulder, and it looks like the stitching at that point is about to go. Nothing serious yet, but if I don't do something about it I reckon it'll only get worse.

I'm wondering if anyone has attempted a DIY leather stitching repair, or perhaps this topic has surfaced before. Any tips, etc., much appreciated.

The slightly worn part has responded well to some RM Williams Saddle Dressing (that I have for my RMW boots), which I reckon has invigorated the rather dried out leather, but there's still a grey-ness showing and I wanted to try to darken that down somehow. Don't want to risk boot polish for obvious reasons, but there must be something out there which will do the trick.

Ordinarily I like worn leather - boots, jackets, dominatrix - but as it's uneven I'd rather attempt a restore.

Thanks,

John

[Country Boy]

I used some stuff called Dynamix which is painted onto the leather. When ordering the correct colour code has to be provided. It worked well although I didn't use it on a large area, just to small scuffs. Don't know if I'd tackle the stitching - I think I'd leave that to someone who is an expert.

[oktapod]

Thanks - I'll get some Dynamix and try it, and I'm seriously contemplating buying a curved needle to re-thread the leather where it's coming loose. More on that as and when....