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Originally Posted by Hesh
I fail to see how a soft touch interior makes any difference on someones perception of a car. It doesnt make it better because its soft, plastic is plastic. What matters is if there are no large gaps, and it doesnt squeak and rattle while going down the road. When hitting a bump or pot hole the interior parts dont seem like they are going to fall off because of all the movement. Is the seating comfortable for extended drives. I think some peoples perceptions are skwed at what should matter in an interior. Yes the look of an interior is important, but not the be all end all of my decision. It just a small part of the car ,and in this car the interior with the rest of the package that is offered is ABSOLUTLY GREAT!!!! Now where is my kool-aid, fruit punch flavored if ya got it.
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I disagree. You're right that having an interior that doesn't squeak or rattle is very important. Materials that are softer (more rubbery) are less likely to squeak or rattle. Two padded surfaces making contact produce less noise than two hard, thin, and hollow surfaces making contact. Also, soft touch plastics are important for any areas you're likely to rest a body part. Many people cruise with the window down and their arm on the door frame or with their arm on an arm rest. Some people rest their knees against the door and the side of the center stack. Obviously, softer materials are more comfortable. Again, going to noises, objects in storage compartments and other nooks don't make as much noise if they are in contact with softer materials. Then there is the durability issue. I feel more confidence in how a nice, solid, robust material will hold up over time. The cheap hard plastic GM has often used (including applications in my Cobalt) feels thin and hollow, like a moderate hit could break it. Finally, there is the matter of perception - hard plastics conjure up images of playschool toys.