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Apr 24, 2006 | 03:28 PM

OHSIXX

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Leather Care

On a new car how soon should a leather cleaner and conditioner be used?

Apr 24, 2006 | 04:32 PM

ZaneO

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It really depends on what sort of exposure the leather is getting, but I would recommend a routine similar to this:

-wipe down with damp cloth and condition roughly once a month

-deep clean and condition roughly every 2-3 months.

Apr 24, 2006 | 05:39 PM

FIDOauto

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It also depends on the MAKE of the vehicle....

Some Hides are more 'natural' and some are more 'treated'.... American vehicles tend to have a 'smoother' more treated hide.....

Apr 24, 2006 | 06:13 PM

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

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you can safely use most cleaners and conditioners almost immediately. Only on high dollar exotics are the leathers cleaned/conditioned prior to delivery. Never seen a local dealer do more than a quick wipe as part of their "prep" and you cannot imagine the dirt/grime that can get into a new car prior to you taking delivery. (think sweaty truck driver, think sweaty lot boy, and you can only hope your salesmans Armani suit buffed up their misgivings)

Apr 24, 2006 | 10:22 PM

jabez

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I would say I do it once every two months.

Apr 24, 2006 | 10:50 PM

Z06-Goose

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jabez

I would say I do it once every two months.

That's as often as I do mine in the Summer time. Every 6 weekas depending on the weather, and how it's been holding up.
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Apr 29, 2006 | 07:04 PM

jangelo

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Quote:

Originally Posted by OHSIXX

On a new car how soon should a leather cleaner and conditioner be used?

In the summer I usually use a good conditioner such as LEXOL every month. After a couple times you will see the leather getting softer. Only use a clearner if it is really dirty. However, if you wipe them down with warm water and good soap you will have no problems. As far as a new car, I used it as soon as I purchased the car. Protection, protection is my moto.

Apr 29, 2006 | 07:17 PM

agentf1

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On my Z06 I treat with leatherique twice a year and use Zaino Z9 and Z10 monthly and my seats are in perfect condition with 12,000 miles. Take a look ar some other vette seats with 12k on them and they show noticable wear.

On my DD which is a MB I just z9 and z10 every month but the leather in that car is super tough and seems to have a much thicker coating than the vettes.