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Heated Steering Wheel.
The Valeter
 

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Heated Steering Wheel.

I originally thaught that the Heated Steering Wheel was an expensive waste of money as an option........That was until I drove the Freelander I was loaned by my dealer. I wish only I had driven that car before my order was finalised as I would have added it to my order - it was excellent!!

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12-03-2013 11:33pm
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jitenc
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

I use it everyday. In the winters of course.. The extremes, mainly the hands is where blood flow quite close to the surface.

The warm wheel is enough to generate heat that causes the rest of the body to warm up through your hands.. In my case that is..

I had an experience of losing touch hot and cold sensation of my fingertips for a month, after been to Everest base camp in the winter. Holding a cold steering wheel bring back memories ... And makes my driving a little less comfortable..

I will not order or drive another car without heated steering wheel ... And I am in my late 30s! It's worth it.

Got mine : Dynamic Fuji White with Lux Pack and black contrast roof.
Optional extras : Privacy glass, Heated steering wheel and TPMS.
Me: Very HappyVery Happy
13-03-2013 03:50am
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Stadt Panzer
 

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Heated Steering Wheel.

Glad I took the option. -13 this morning.    

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13-03-2013 01:04pm
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The Valeter
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

Can it be retro fitted?

Came Home On 02/03/13 Pure Tech In Barolo Black/Cirrus Trim with Bespoke Firenze Ascents + Numerous Factory Options!!
Also :-

Rover 25GSi - 2005 Everyday Car.
MG ZR-Express Van - 2005 Special Factory Order (Literally a one off).
MG Montego 2.0i - 1990 Shows/Sunny Days.
MG Metro 1300 - 1983 Being Restored!
13-03-2013 01:23pm
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cjfp
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

(13-03-2013 01:23pm)The Valeter Wrote:  Can it be retro fitted?

yep, but expensive - check out powerfuluk.com

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13-03-2013 01:24pm
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WB
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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

Yes quite an easy retrofit but to be economical you have to find the parts at the right price - keep an eye out on ebay as they do come up...
13-03-2013 03:09pm
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Nantmoel
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

I always said I would have one on my next car, both the Evoque and the FL2 I test drove both had them so I made sure it was on my order. Very nice to.

Arrived March 4th 2013: 2.2 SD4 Dynamic 5dr Auto, Firenze Red with Santorini Black Contrast Roof with full Panoramic Roof, Privacy Glass, 20" Shadow Alloy Wheels, Heated Steering Wheel, Powered Tail Gate, Park Assist and TV.
13-03-2013 05:56pm
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jitenc
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

(12-03-2013 11:33pm)The Valeter Wrote:  I originally thaught that the Heated Steering Wheel was an expensive waste of money as an option........That was until I drove the Freelander I was loaned by my dealer. I wish only I had driven that car before my order was finalised as I would have added it to my order - it was excellent!!

Time to change your car again, valeterWink

Got mine : Dynamic Fuji White with Lux Pack and black contrast roof.
Optional extras : Privacy glass, Heated steering wheel and TPMS.
Me: Very HappyVery Happy
13-03-2013 10:19pm
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The Valeter
 

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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

(13-03-2013 10:19pm)jitenc Wrote:  Time to change your car again, valeterWink

No....

Came Home On 02/03/13 Pure Tech In Barolo Black/Cirrus Trim with Bespoke Firenze Ascents + Numerous Factory Options!!
Also :-

Rover 25GSi - 2005 Everyday Car.
MG ZR-Express Van - 2005 Special Factory Order (Literally a one off).
MG Montego 2.0i - 1990 Shows/Sunny Days.
MG Metro 1300 - 1983 Being Restored!
13-03-2013 11:19pm
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XFullFatTim
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RE: Heated Steering Wheel.

After all the posts last winter about how great a heated steering wheel was then I'm surprised you didn't spec one anyway. Have had them on the last two cars and I would say its essential fitting for any car that sits outside all the year round

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14-03-2013 02:56pm
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