Getting the leather shine, and the dash not to
09-24-2009, 10:50 AM
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I have a 06 M5 blk/blk/alum and i want to know how the hell to get my seats nice and conditioned and to prevent the leather cracking and shitty look.
Also what do you guys use to clean you BMW dash? i find armour all looks like crap.. i dont want it to shine like crazy, just look clean and sleek...
any tips for cleaning?!?!?
Aartsy
Also what do you guys use to clean you BMW dash? i find armour all looks like crap.. i dont want it to shine like crazy, just look clean and sleek...
any tips for cleaning?!?!?
Aartsy
09-24-2009, 11:29 AM
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09-24-2009, 01:03 PM
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My Ride: I have an 05 545i. It's a manual with a few options. This is my first BMW but I don't know how I'll ever be able to switch to something else.
Depending on if you want to buy it online or at the store, I'd recommend
@ the store: Look in Target for some Zymol leather cleaner & conditioner. It's some pretty good stuff, not the best, but worth the money. For the dash, try out Meguiar's Natural Shine protectant. And if you feel like the dash is still shiny, just buff it with a microfiber cloth and it will help that problem.
Online: For the leather, I'd recommend Leatherique Pristine Clean, really good stuff
, and for the dash, well that's a toss up. There's a lot of good products out there: 303 aerospace, Einszett cockpit, FK1 Top Kote, Chemical Guys VRP
@ the store: Look in Target for some Zymol leather cleaner & conditioner. It's some pretty good stuff, not the best, but worth the money. For the dash, try out Meguiar's Natural Shine protectant. And if you feel like the dash is still shiny, just buff it with a microfiber cloth and it will help that problem.
Online: For the leather, I'd recommend Leatherique Pristine Clean, really good stuff
, and for the dash, well that's a toss up. There's a lot of good products out there: 303 aerospace, Einszett cockpit, FK1 Top Kote, Chemical Guys VRP
09-24-2009, 01:24 PM
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I use lexol. It makes your car smell great, real nice english leather smell. Make sure to get the conditioner and the cleaner.
I use lexol. It makes your car smell great, real nice english leather smell. Make sure to get the conditioner and the cleaner.
09-24-2009, 01:25 PM
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+1 on Zymol, works for me and definitely worth the price. Not expensive and does a pretty good job and doesn't leave that high gloss look which I hate.
09-26-2009, 01:18 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
2008 328I Convertible, Sapphire black on beige interior. Premium package, NAV, iPod adapter.
Retired: 2002 325I, Titanium silver on black leather. Premium package. Absolutely stock and proud of it.
Originally Posted by Aartsy19' post='1015992' date='Sep 24 2009, 02:50 PM
I have a 06 M5 blk/blk/alum and i want to know how the hell to get my seats nice and conditioned and to prevent the leather cracking and shitty look.
Also what do you guys use to clean you BMW dash? i find armour all looks like crap.. i dont want it to shine like crazy, just look clean and sleek...
any tips for cleaning?!?!?
Aartsy
Also what do you guys use to clean you BMW dash? i find armour all looks like crap.. i dont want it to shine like crazy, just look clean and sleek...
any tips for cleaning?!?!?
Aartsy
For the dash I use armor all matte and the result is great.
09-26-2009, 06:34 PM
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My Ride: 06 530i Premium and Cold Weather Package
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Could not agree more on the Lexol, just got done cleaning my wife's X3 and it is amazing stuff when used properly.
If you want a matte finish with Lexol Vynilex, just apply with a sponge then wipe down with a wet cloth after about an hour.
If you want a matte finish with Lexol Vynilex, just apply with a sponge then wipe down with a wet cloth after about an hour.
09-26-2009, 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by stevenbeboo' post='1016372' date='Sep 24 2009, 09:49 PM
LEXOL the best
Lexol leather cleaner and Lexol leather conditioner are the way to go for the leather and Vinalex is great for the dash.