Seat back pockets need sports seats??

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I have just (yesterday!) ordered a 2004 A2 TDI 90 bhp SE.
It's really unclear what I need to do to get seat back pockets (which I want).
The brochure kind of implies I need to upgrade to Satellite cloth
The dealer is trying to tell me I need to get sports seats, which I don't want.

I have ordered one in the basic Sinus cloth, but I feel I've been scammed.

Can anyone with a recent SE tell me whether they got seat back pockets with Satellite or Sinus cloth??

Thanks in advance

Mark
 
My seats are in the Sinus fabric and do not come with seat back pockets.
I have the brochure still from when I purchased my car 2 years ago and it clearly states that the storage net on the rear of the front seats comes when you upgrade to the Satellite upholstery. This may have changed since my brochure was printed, but on the basis that it hasn't, I wouldn't have thought that sports seats would be necessary. I've emailed you a scan of my brochure - it may help you.

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As Stuart says, you need to upgrade to the Satellite cloth to get the seat-back pockets - at least this was the case with my 2003 SE.

[img=left]http://www.santorini.dsl.pipex.com/a2_avatar.gif[/img=left]Mark.
2003 Azure Blue 1.6 FSI SE

OpenSky | Climate Control | DIS | Isofix + brat | Space-Floor-Box
ERW | Symphony II | Winter Pack | Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
 
Thanks guys
I suspect my dealer wanted to sell me sports seats I didn't need
He probably hates me, I have been picking over every detail of the spec
Hopefully in Jan I'll give you a report on the TDi 90!!
Mark
 
The plot thickens
Apparently the spec has changed for 2004. Satellite fabric is no longer available, and has been replaced with Matrix (how appropriate). You can see Matrix fabric for the A3, A4 etc.
So given this spec change my dealer might be right that seat pockets aren't included. In which case I'll have to eat my hat

anyway in the end I ordered the upgrade to Matrix. Because I want to prove him wrong.

ho hum
 
quote:Originally posted by Mark Paxman

You can see Matrix fabric for the A3, A4 etc.
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Just had a look at the Audi site - Matrix looks almost identical to the Satellite cloth. Fingers crossed you'll get your seat pockets and youll be able to prove your dealer wrong - not the most trying activity, though [32]

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2003 Azure Blue 1.6 FSI SE

OpenSky | Climate Control | DIS | Isofix + brat | Space-Floor-Box | Satellite Cloth
Electric Rear Windows | Symphony II | Winter Pack | Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
 
I have ordered the sattelite cloth to get the backpockets (which I never use since they are to small and they are nets so everything in it is highly visible).
The sportseats are excellent, the seating is harder but better than the standard seats. And they offer lumbal support.

Dennis de Held

Amulet Red 1.4 Tdi
 
Dennis,
In total agreement with you - I have the sport seats with electric lumbar support, they are excellent. When I have had a courtesy car from my local dealer they always come with the standard seats.
A work colleague who drives an S4 (2000 ish)had the indignity of being given a 1.4SE petrol A2 as a courtesy car when his was being serviced - he thought it was great except for the seats, (mind you have you seen the bright blue inserts on the S4 seats!).
HT.

TDI SE, AMULET RED, OPEN SKY,1/2 LEATHER, BOSE.
 
I'm an old, old man and don't think sports seats are really appropriate for me!!
 
They are woth it. They are MUCH more comfortable on long journeys - and you get the seat back nets![26]

Your mind is best used like a parachute - OPEN
The UK does not have bad weather - we have the wrong clothes
 
Mark,
Trust me the 'sports seats' in the A2 are more comfortable and supportive than the standard seats. Were not talking boy racer bucket seats here - have a look at page 11 on UK Owners. If anything they are only the same shape as most other manufacturer’s standard seats.


TDI SE, AMULET RED, OPEN SKY,1/2 LEATHER, BOSE. UK OWNERS PAGE 11
 
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Though but.
Likely Lads circa 1970

Your mind is best used like a parachute - OPEN
The UK does not have bad weather - we have the wrong clothes
 
HT,

I took a look at the pics of your car. Looks great in red with the Open Sky. Could you possibly tell me what the cargo net in the boot is called, as I'd be interested in purchasing one myself. I don't think these nets can be bought through VAG parts...

Thanks in advance,

James
 
James,

When I bought my A2, I was desperate to get the very very best deal out of the dealer, so once I had the price I wanted, I then hit them with the accessories list - namely cargo net and head lamp covers. I'm not sure that the net is strictly for the A2 but it fits a treat and is invaluable for stopping your shopping flying around the boot. I can remember that it was in an Audi bag when I picked up the car. The Head lamp covers were a waste of time - dirt gets behind the covers and it's impossible to clean the light unless you remove the covers - to do this you have to take the bonnet off - too much hassle for me!

HT


TDI SE, AMULET RED, OPEN SKY,1/2 LEATHER, BOSE. UK OWNERS PAGE 11
 
Thanks for the info, HT. So, I'll ask about a cargo net - when I do, I'll post details of price. I'd wondered about the headlamp covers; sounds like they're a bit of a faff.

Cheers,

James
 
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