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- Shift
and Brake Boot Return Policy -
All
of our Shift and Brake Boots are handmade to order. Because of the options
we offer, they should be considered a one of a kind item. They are not
mass produced and they are not one-size-fits all. As such, LeatherZ does
not accept returns or exchanges on any shift or brake boot. This
includes un-installed boots. Please see the FAQ, before ordering, at the
bottom of this page for more information.
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LeatherZ Leather Shift Boots (Boot Only) - Please
read the following paragraph carefully BEFORE ordering!
The LeatherZ Leather Shift Boots (Boot Only) are the
same as our Complete Shift Boots. The only difference is that the Boot Only
does not come with the OEM BMW plastic ring attached to the boot. The way
a BMW Shift Boot works is, the leather portion is attached to a plastic ring.
This ring snaps in and secures the base of the shift boot to the center console.
With our Boot Only option, all you will get is the leather boot. When you
receive it, you will need to remove your stock shift boot and carefully separate
the shift boot from the plastic ring. Once you have separated the stock boot
from the plastic ring, you will need to glue your new boot to the plastic
ring. Once done you will be able to re-install the new shift boot. Since our
Complete Shift Boots come with this OEM BMW ring already attached, we need
to charge more based on the cost of the ring. With the Boot Only option, since
you are re-using your stock ring, you will save this cost. Please note
that if you are uncomfortable removing your old boot from the ring and gluing
the new one on, I am more than happy to do that for you. Please
contact me for details.
- Not eligible for discount/coupon
or return/exchange-
Our complete leather shift boots are handcrafted and made-to-order
with the same leather used in all LeatherZ products, either Spinneybeck Sabrina
or BMW Original Equipment. Our patterns are exact copies of the factory boots
and are model-specific. We make them with French seams just like BMW does and
all of our boots come with the base plastic mounting ring permanently attached
to the boot, ready for installation into your car. Installation is literally
a snap: remove your shift knob, pull up on your old boot, snap ours into place,
and replace your shift knob.
Certain 2-tone colors and deviating stitching themes are
available at no extra charge. If you would like a custom color or design or
have a car/application not listed below, please call or email for a quote and
lead time. We have many thread colors and many leathers in stock that are not
listed on our site. Email us for more details.
If you want to buy both a shift boot and an emergency brake
boot at the same time, consider buying a
boot bundle to save money.
We use Pfaff Industrial Sewing Machines. We use industrial
93# bonded nylon and bonded polyester UV-resistant threads.
M Tri-Color Stitching available for
an extra $25
Note: My brother Jon in South Carolina builds every
shift boot by hand, one at a time, according to your order. He has been building
them since 2000. They are not mass produced. We do not order them or even produce
them in quantity. Because of this, please expect a 2 week turnaround time on
your order. Jon will not rush under any circumstance and he will only ship when
your boots are perfect and are considered good enough to install in one of our
own BMWs.
If you have one of our boots and send
us a picture, we will use it on our website here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the LeatherZ
Shift Boot - Complete and the the LeatherZ Shift Boot - Boot Only?
The way a BMW shift boot works is, the leather boot is
glued to a plastic ring. This plastic ring snaps into the center console and
secures the base of the boot to the console. Our Complete Shift Boots come
with the OEM BMW plastic ring already attached to the leather boot. The Boot
Only Shift Boot is just the leather portion. If you purchased the Boot Only
Shift Boot, you would get just the leather boot and would need to remove your
stock leather boot fromt he plastic ring. Then install the new boot onto the
ring.
LeatherZ
Shift Boot - Complete This is a
complete replacement for your stock boot. It has the OEM BMW plastic ring
attached to the base so all you need to do is remove your stock shift boot
and install the new one. No muss, no fuss. Because it has the OEM BMW ring
attached to it, the price is higher and varies depending on the BMW model
you have.
LeatherZ
Shift Boot - Boot Only When you
receive it, you will need to remove your stock shift boot and carefully separate
the shift boot from the plastic ring. Once you have separated the stock boot
from the plastic ring, you will need to glue your new boot to the plastic
ring. Once done you will be able to re-install the new shift boot. I include
instructions on how to install the new boot as well as what glue to use.
Do you accept returns on Shift
and Emergency Brake Boots? Can I exchange my boot for a different one? I selected
a color combination that I do not like.
No.
All of our Shift and Brake
Boots are handmade to order. Because of the options we offer, they should
be considered one of a kind item. They are not mass produced and they are
not one-size-fits all. As such, LeatherZ does not accept returns or
exchanges on any shift or brake boot. This includes un-installed boots. Because
each boot is unique and made to your order, we can not accept it as a return.
Please note that it is VERY difficult to match leather.
Over time, as your leather is exposed to the elements, UV rays, chemicals,
dirt, cleaners and conditions, it will change. We match the leather we use
to new OEM BMW leather that we have. This BMW leather is pristine and has
not been used like your car has. Because leather changes over time, if you
get a shift or brake boot and you are not happy with the color match, we are
sorry but there are no returns or exchanges. Please ask for a leather or
Alcantara sample BEFORE buying.
If you order a Boot Only shift or brake boot, there is
no return or exchange. Please think about the installation before buying.
It can be difficult to install the boot onto the mounting ring and you can
damage the boot when doing the installation.
I do not understand what the boot ring
is, is it the Chrome piece surrounding the boot in some of the pictures?
No. The chrome piece pictured in our gallery is the
stock BMW trim from an M Z3 Roadster/Coupe. It is not a part of the boot but
rather a part of the center console. The boot ring we are referring to is
a black plastic piece that is not seen when the boot is installed. Every BMW
shift boot has this piece and if you remove your stock boot, you will see
it. The Boot Ring will look similar to:
Will the new shift boot work with
my stock shift knob?
On some models such as the M3 and M5, the OEM shift boot
and shift knob are all one-piece of leather (they are attached to one another).
Please check to see if your car is set up this way prior to buying so that
you can plan accordingly. If your stock shift knob is like this, you will
need to purchase a new shift knob. We
offer many different styles of shift knobs or you can purchase an OEM
BMW shift knob or one from another vendor. Another option is to carefully
separate your stock knob from the boot- though this sometimes does not work
out very well. I suggest purchasing a new shift knob.
If I buy your boots, can I then
send in my stock boots or the mounting rings and receive a credit?
Sorry but LeatherZ does not do core exchanges or credits
for used parts. We tried to do core exchanges on parts in the past and it
became much more of a hassle than it was worth. Customers would send in their
parts many months later or they would send in damaged/broken/worn out parts.
Also, we prefer to sell NEW parts to our customers. They may cost more, but
this way we can guarantee that there will be no issues with the installation
or longevity of the parts.
Will this shift boot fit a Right Hand Drive Car?
No. We only build boots for Left Hand Drive cars (US models).
My BMW is not a Manual transmission,
do you have shift boot for automatic/steptronic cars?
We can build you a shift boot for your car. Please contact
us for pricing.
When will I receive my order?
Your boot(s) is made to your order. They are not mass
produced. Because of this, plan on 17-21 days for the boot to arrive in your
hands. In some cases, the boots will ship within a few days of your order
and in others it will take the full 21 days. If you need your boot by a certain
date, please call me for an accurate turnaround time.
