Rare New-Old-Stock Carat by Duchatelet leather steering wheel — never mounted, properly stored, and ready for a period-correct restoration or high-end interior upgrade. Finished in rich brown leather with the tasteful “Carat by Duchatelet” engraving across the center face, this wheel captures classic European aftermarket style and fits a variety of Mercedes-Benz models from the 1980s–90s.

Key Features

• Condition: New Old Stock (NOS) — never mounted

• Finish: Brown leather wrap, excellent unused condition

• Branding: “Carat by Duchatelet” engraving on face

• Spoke Layout: Two horn pads located on the top two spokes (factory-style look)

• Fitment Target: Designed for common Mercedes-Benz classics (W126, W124, W201)

• Authenticity: Original Carat promotional imagery present in photos (not included with sale)

Specifications

• Material: Leather-wrapped rim (brown)

• Spokes / Horns: Three-spoke design with twin horn pads on upper spokes

• Intended Applications: W126, W124, W201 (and other period Mercedes with appropriate hub adapters)

• Condition Notes: Unused leather, no creases, cracks, or wear from mounting

Fitment & Installation Notes

• Designed for classic Mercedes interiors; hub compatibility varies by model year.

• Hub adapter / boss plate likely required for installation — verify spline/bolt pattern before purchase.

• Professional installation recommended to ensure correct horn wiring and airbag (if applicable) integration — this wheel is for non-airbag, period-correct installs.

• If you plan to use on a modern car with airbag systems, do not attempt to mount without consulting an automotive electrician or certified installer.

What’s Included

• One (1) Carat by Duchatelet brown leather steering wheel — NOS, never mounted.

• Note: promotional materials shown in photos are notincluded.

Condition

• New Old Stock: untouched leather, original finish intact.

• No mounting marks, no cracking, no fading. Ready for professional prep and fitment.

 Summary

• Rare NOS Carat by Duchatelet brown leather steering wheel — never mounted.

• Classic three-spoke design with two horn pads on upper spokes and engraved Carat branding.

• Designed for vintage Mercedes (W126, W124, W201) — hub adapter likely required.

• Leather in pristine, unused condition — perfect for concours restorations or premium interior upgrades.

• Ships carefully crated/wrapped; professional installation recommended.

Photo Caption Suggestions

• “Carat by Duchatelet — brown leather wheel, NOS condition.”

• “Close-up: ‘Carat by Duchatelet’ engraving on the face.”

• “Top-two-spoke horn pads — period-correct styling detail.”

• “Underside / boss area — verify hub adapter fitment before purchase.”

• “Pristine, never-mounted leather — perfect for restorations.”