black leather interior too hot?

Tom G · 02-23-2008, 08:29 AM

Anyone know if the black leather seats get too hot to sit on in the summer for the cabs if left sitting with top open for awhile? thanks, tom

InTheAir · 02-23-2008, 08:55 AM

I had black leather in my previous cab and, although it would get "warm", it wasn't that excrutiating. (85F direct sun day).

That said, if I lived in a southern climate (i.e. FL, TX, AZ), I ~might~ consider going lighter, but honestly it would depend on the look more than the warm backside.

cole328 · 02-23-2008, 09:10 AM

+1 to in the air...I'd be more concerned about any metal parts heating up and burning your hand. as for the leather, get what you like.

Chris from Cali · 02-23-2008, 09:13 AM

I had black on my 997S and it was never unbearable. I live in VA where it gets VERY hot and VERY humid and I never once complained about the black leather. A little tint (I had 50% on the sides, 35% on the back glass) goes a long way, too. For the benefits of wearing better (i.e. dirt doesn't show as well) plus I like a darker interior, it's worth it IMO. My next interior will be blue...

SORRY - Didn't catch the "cab" part... Either way, top down, any leather will get hot. Like Putt-Putt says below, keep the top up when you park it.

Matt(inMA) · 02-23-2008, 09:22 AM

Any black seat will get VERY hot if you leave the car in the sun with the top down... be sure not to be wearing shorts!

Matt

Putt-Putt · 02-23-2008, 09:36 AM

Hot is hot. Get the black, close the top.

MUSSBERGER · 02-23-2008, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Putt-Putt

Hot is hot. Get the black, close the top.

True that. Thats what I did. Easier to keep clean with the top put up also. Lots of nooks and crannies for the dust to settle.

Paladin · 02-23-2008, 11:45 AM

I have black interior on cab. I have no problems with overheated seats but that's probablyly a result of how I use my cab. When driving on hot sunny days I usually have the top up and the a/c on. I find that I put the top down most often during morning and evening hours. I love a moonlight drive sans top.

During daytime I'm often putting the top up or down as I drive. When at a stop sign and about to enter a tree lined, shaded street I'll put it down. When exiting into an area where it's full sun I put it up. It helps to have a SmartTop.

When parked, I close the top. Having the SmartTop, which allows remote and one touch cab operation, makes it all too convenient to just zip it up. And it's so 'James Bond' to walk away from the car and push the button in your pocket!

wetstuff · 02-23-2008, 01:07 PM

I've done recordings on black Glare Shields (read: dashboard) on light planes. They typically get up to about +160f. Leather does not have as much mass/density as metal, so it won't get a hot as a black fender, but why fry leather?! ..throw a sheet/towell over it.

axhoaxho · 02-23-2008, 01:56 PM

I have black leather in my 997S Coupe and Boxster S, no problem in 102F California Summer here.

If I park my car under the Sun for a long time, I would put up a windshield screen anyway. It is a good idea to use one, not only it lowers the interior temperature but also protects the leather & dash.

Modern cars also have very good A/C. After parking a long time under the Sun, just turn on the A/C, roll down the windows, start driving the car, and very quickly the cabin will cool down.

Just my experience,

With best regards,

THPorsche · 02-23-2008, 02:02 PM

Yes, it might be a problem for someone who wears a short skirt or short shorts for a minute or so. Go for the look.

02-23-2008, 09:13 AM	#4
Chris from Cali Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Northern VA Posts: 3,394	I had black on my 997S and it was never unbearable. I live in VA where it gets VERY hot and VERY humid and I never once complained about the black leather. A little tint (I had 50% on the sides, 35% on the back glass) goes a long way, too. For the benefits of wearing better (i.e. dirt doesn't show as well) plus I like a darker interior, it's worth it IMO. My next interior will be blue... SORRY - Didn't catch the "cab" part... Either way, top down, any leather will get hot. Like Putt-Putt says below, keep the top up when you park it. __________________ 2007 Carrera S Atlas Gray/Black Last edited by Chris from Cali; 02-23-2008 at 09:51 AM.

02-23-2008, 11:45 AM	#8
Paladin Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Lower Gwynedd, PA Posts: 53	I have black interior on cab. I have no problems with overheated seats but that's probablyly a result of how I use my cab. When driving on hot sunny days I usually have the top up and the a/c on. I find that I put the top down most often during morning and evening hours. I love a moonlight drive sans top. During daytime I'm often putting the top up or down as I drive. When at a stop sign and about to enter a tree lined, shaded street I'll put it down. When exiting into an area where it's full sun I put it up. It helps to have a SmartTop. When parked, I close the top. Having the SmartTop, which allows remote and one touch cab operation, makes it all too convenient to just zip it up. And it's so 'James Bond' to walk away from the car and push the button in your pocket! Last edited by Paladin; 02-24-2008 at 11:29 AM.

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02-23-2008, 08:55 AM	#2
InTheAir Patent Pending Rennlist Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Neither Here Nor There Posts: 5,296	I had black leather in my previous cab and, although it would get "warm", it wasn't that excrutiating. (85F direct sun day). That said, if I lived in a southern climate (i.e. FL, TX, AZ), I ~might~ consider going lighter, but honestly it would depend on the look more than the warm backside.

02-23-2008, 09:10 AM	#3
cole328 User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Wellington. FL Posts: 1,660	+1 to in the air...I'd be more concerned about any metal parts heating up and burning your hand. as for the leather, get what you like.

02-23-2008, 09:22 AM	#5
Matt(inMA) User Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 505	Any black seat will get VERY hot if you leave the car in the sun with the top down... be sure not to be wearing shorts! Matt

02-23-2008, 09:36 AM	#6
Putt-Putt User Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 436	Hot is hot. Get the black, close the top.

02-23-2008, 01:07 PM	#9
wetstuff Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Salisbury Maryland Posts: 536	I've done recordings on black Glare Shields (read: dashboard) on light planes. They typically get up to about +160f. Leather does not have as much mass/density as metal, so it won't get a hot as a black fender, but why fry leather?! ..throw a sheet/towell over it.

02-23-2008, 01:56 PM	#10
axhoaxho Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,480	I have black leather in my 997S Coupe and Boxster S, no problem in 102F California Summer here. If I park my car under the Sun for a long time, I would put up a windshield screen anyway. It is a good idea to use one, not only it lowers the interior temperature but also protects the leather & dash. Modern cars also have very good A/C. After parking a long time under the Sun, just turn on the A/C, roll down the windows, start driving the car, and very quickly the cabin will cool down. Just my experience, With best regards,

02-23-2008, 02:02 PM	#11
THPorsche Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,576	Yes, it might be a problem for someone who wears a short skirt or short shorts for a minute or so. Go for the look.