{"product_id":"mr129-low-profile-knee-bolster-1996-2002-ready-to-install","title":"MR129 Low Profile Knee Bolster | Mercedes-Benz R129 — Ready-to-Install","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore leg room. Factory-inspired fitment. Available fully finished and ready to install.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMR129 Low Profile Knee Bolster\u003c\/strong\u003e is a redesigned driver-side knee bolster developed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz R129.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reduces the overall profile of the factory driver-side knee bolster to provide additional leg and knee clearance while maintaining a clean, integrated appearance within the original interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for taller drivers, modified seating positions, or anyone who simply wants more room behind the wheel, the Low Profile Knee Bolster creates additional usable space without leaving the lower dashboard looking unfinished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTWO FINISH OPTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the version that best fits your build:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEXTURED PLASTIC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Complete driver-side knee bolster\u003cbr\u003e• Finished textured plastic surface\u003cbr\u003e• Supplied ready for installation or further customization\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for customers who prefer a durable, simple finish or want to customize the bolster themselves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULLY UPHOLSTERED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Complete driver-side knee bolster\u003cbr\u003e• Fully assembled before shipment\u003cbr\u003e• Professionally wrapped in automotive fabric material\u003cbr\u003e• Finished upholstered appearance\u003cbr\u003e• No additional upholstery work required\u003cbr\u003e• Arrives ready to install\u003cbr\u003e• Designed to integrate naturally with the R129 interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fully Upholstered option is intended for customers who want a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete, finished interior component\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a part that still requires upholstery work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Physical MR129 Low Profile Knee Bolster\u003cbr\u003e• Provides increased driver leg and knee clearance\u003cbr\u003e• Lower-profile design compared with the factory knee bolster\u003cbr\u003e• Designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz R129\u003cbr\u003e• Developed using 3D scanning and CAD engineering\u003cbr\u003e• Designed around factory interior geometry\u003cbr\u003e• Clean, integrated OEM+ appearance\u003cbr\u003e• Available in Textured Plastic or Fully Upholstered finish\u003cbr\u003e• Fully Upholstered version arrives assembled and wrapped in automotive fabric\u003cbr\u003e• Physical product — no 3D printing required\u003cbr\u003e• Original MR129 design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESIGNED FOR MORE LEG ROOM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory R129 driver-side knee bolster occupies a considerable amount of space underneath the dashboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MR129 Low Profile Knee Bolster reduces this profile to create additional usable clearance around the driver's legs and knees while retaining a finished lower-dashboard appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it particularly useful for taller drivers or owners looking to maximize cockpit space without simply removing the factory knee bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFULLY UPHOLSTERED — READY TO INSTALL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the Fully Upholstered option if you want the finished version of the MR129 Low Profile Knee Bolster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than receiving components that still need to be taken to an upholstery shop, the bolster is \u003cstrong\u003eprofessionally wrapped and completed before shipment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric covering gives the knee bolster a refined, finished interior appearance while maintaining the additional leg clearance provided by the low-profile design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo additional upholstery work is required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReceive the completed bolster and proceed directly with installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVEHICLE COMPATIBILITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for Mercedes-Benz R129 SL-Class models \u003cstrong\u003e1996–2002\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease verify your vehicle's interior configuration before ordering. 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