Hey everyone. I have a 2014 Mustang GT California Special I took delivery of last Saturday. This is my 4th Mustang but my first with leather so I know little about caring for them. I did a little research and decided to purchase some Lexol cleaner and conditioner for it. The questions I have are:

How soon should I use it since the seats are so new?

Are the seats a mix of vinyl and if so will it hurt to put the Lexol on those portions?

The Miko synthetic suede inserts (called Dinamica I believe), is there anything you can\need to put on that to protect it more or is it pretty durable to begin with?

I think that's all for now. Looking forward to the replies.

 

Hi there.

Congrats on the new ride: I hope she brings you many great miles and memories. I'm also glad to hear you're trying to start off on the right foot. Please allow me to give you a little guidance when it comes to the materials in question.

First off, return the Lexol as it's not what you should use. It's designed with another type of leather in mind, and using it on your car's leather or vinyl will be detrimental as it increases wear.

Your car's leather has a urethane coating for better wear and longevity. There's very little you can do to "treat" your leather, rather the goal is to keep the surface clean and free of dirt/oil/debris. This is much like you wouldn't cover your body in vaseline to protect your skin from a dust/sand storm: that type of product would actually do the opposite as it attracts and hangs onto the very type of things you don't want on your surface.

If you do want to help your seats, look into a product like Leather Master Protection Cream which is a water-based sacrificial barrier that's not only breathable (important for leather), but is a product designed for helping to protect coated leather. The same company also makes a product for suede/alcantara/nubuck called ECO Protector.

Protection Cream: http://www.leatherworldtech.com/Prod...eam__LMPC.aspx

ECO Protector: http://www.leatherworldtech.com/Prod...LMECOP500.aspx

 

Wow, thanks for that info. I'll return the Lexol ASAP. For keeping them clean, can I just use a damp clothe and then dry them? Same for the "suede"?

Also, just to be safe and not assume, does this info apply to the steering wheel cover and door inserts as well?

Sorry for all the questions but I'm nervous because this is a whole new world for me, lol.

 

Yes you can use a damp cloth. I wouldn't recommend using a damp cloth as much on the suede inserts, and you really should consider investing in the proper care products. They're much much much cheaper than having to have any type of professional work done on the vehicle, and application is quite easy.

Yes this applies to all leather surfaces, though the ones you touch the most get the most wear obviously (seats, shift ****, wheel)

 

I took back the Lexol cleaner and Lexol conditioner and I am ordering the 2 things you linked. If there is anything else you recommend, feel free to throw it out there; I really appreciate the help.

 

As far as interior care goes, you won't need too much else. Maybe something for the other hard surfaces. I personally love 1Z Cockpit Premium, but if you research this section of The Mustang Source, you'll likely find other folks are keen to some other products like 303 Aerospce Protectant, or Meguiar's Ultimate interior detailer.