Hi all,

This is my first car with leather and would like to get everybodys opinion on the best way to care for and protect the leather.

Thanks for the help,

Richard

 

First of All TINT the Windows! HEAT Kills Leather!

Keep the Leather Dry. Don't let Sweat Get On it Very Often, (Salt and Wetness Combined is Very Bad! in other words watch driving in Shorts, and Sleaveless Shirts.)

Wipe it Clean on a Regular Basis (Weekly), with a Soft Damp Cloth, but Dry it Immediatly.

Keep it Conditioned and Protected (Also Weekly) Use a Leather Conditioner, like Lexol (One of the Best, Rolls Royce Uses it for their Leather) Leather is like your Skin, it Requires Moisture (Like Skin Cream makes your Skin Soft and Smooth, Not to be confused with Water) So Keep it Conditioned.

And lastly, DO NOT USE ARMOR ALL ON LEATHER! Armor All is for Vinyl, and Rubber, and it's Petrolium Based! It will Burn your leather!

That's about it. Enjoy!

 

Here, try this thread.

Leather Care

 

Thanks for the info, the leather care thread was just what I was looking for.

 

OK Well I use Armor All Leather Wipes. Well, OK, I have them & have used them once on my 03. I don't have my 05 yet. So, are these ok or do I need to trash them & buy something different?

 

Try searching Autopia.org. There is an absurd amount of info on car care there, most of which appears to be from pro detailers.

Autogeek.net is where I buy most of my supplies.

I have no affiliation with either of those urls.

Enjoy

 

I just tried Meguires Premium Leather Wipes. They really make the leather moist and shiney. Not sticky. Very impressed so far. Will post pics when I get the chance.

 

I use 4 Star Leather Cleaner and Conditioner. It works wonders. The conditioner leaves your leather smelling just like it was brand new. I'm a high school student and I detail cars during the summer and on the weekends and I’ve had customers say there car smells brand new inside when I use it. Definitely recommend it!

 

I've heard the Zaino leather products are choice. =)