how to prolong that "new car" smell - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

flyboy-sa · 05-23-2005, 09:43 AM

Hi All,

Just curious to know how does one go about keeping that "new car smell" in the car for as long as possible - it is addictive almost like puppy breath hehe. im rather silly and tend to close all airvents, windows and the sunroof when there is a truck ahead spewing out large amounts of exhaust fumes.
How long on average does the new smell last in the car and is there a way to prolong its most welcome stay in your car.

btc · 05-23-2005, 10:06 AM

Try not to eat or drink in your vehicle if posible, and dont smoke in your vehicle, that one way to prolong your health.

bozo5521 · 05-23-2005, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by flyboy-sa

Hi All,

Just curious to know how does one go about keeping that "new car smell" in the car for as long as possible - it is addictive almost like puppy breath hehe. im rather silly and tend to close all airvents, windows and the sunroof when there is a truck ahead spewing out large amounts of exhaust fumes.
How long on average does the new smell last in the car and is there a way to prolong its most welcome stay in your car.

Easily!! Use BMW OEM cleaning products! Mine was in my E46 for over 6 months, and was as strong as the day I bought it when i sold the thing...Dont use the crappy stuff, and use leather conditioner even if you have leatherette! the plastci dash cleaner is most important..let me know if you cant get a hold of any...

kevbhoy · 05-27-2005, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by bozo5521

Easily!! Use BMW OEM cleaning products! Mine was in my E46 for over 6 months, and was as strong as the day I bought it when i sold the thing...Dont use the crappy stuff, and use leather conditioner even if you have leatherette! the plastci dash cleaner is most important..let me know if you cant get a hold of any...

Either that or a New Car Smell Magictree

bozo5521 · 05-28-2005, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by kevbhoy

Either that or a New Car Smell Magictree

HAHA!! And a lot cheaper too!

cosmosblau · 05-29-2005, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by flyboy-sa

Hi All,

.....how does one go about keeping that "new car smell" in the car for as long as possible?.

-Try not to fart in it.

¶Pho€nix · 05-30-2005, 09:55 PM

It's actually the oils in the leather that give it that smell. Here's my tips:

1. Some BMW dealerships use Lexol and Vinylex. You can get both from any Pep Boys. Not only do they recondition and clean the leather, but they leave that "new car" interior smell.

2. Try to keep the windows up as much as possible when parked even in the garage to prevent the oils from drying. Sun shields help cool the interior when the car is parked outside.

3. Prevent dust build-up on the leather. That desaturates it and dries the oils over time. That means vacuuming the carpet, too, to prevent more dust from flying around.

This isn't a guarantee that your leather will always smell new, and it's different accross certain types of leather and their colors (dye used). But I can tell you that four years of operation and my BMW's interior still smells like it came out of the dealership, without the aid of air fresheners.

yetdog · 06-06-2005, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cosmosblau

-Try not to fart in it.

I was waiting for that!!

05-23-2005, 09:43 AM	#1
flyboy-sa Private First Class Drives: E90 330 ... almost Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Johannesburg Posts: 59 iTrader: (0)	how to prolong that "new car" smell Hi All, Just curious to know how does one go about keeping that "new car smell" in the car for as long as possible - it is addictive almost like puppy breath hehe. im rather silly and tend to close all airvents, windows and the sunroof when there is a truck ahead spewing out large amounts of exhaust fumes. How long on average does the new smell last in the car and is there a way to prolong its most welcome stay in your car.

05-30-2005, 09:55 PM	#7
¶Pho€nix Velocity Vector Drives: me nuts Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: United States of Antarctica Posts: 56 iTrader: (0)	It's actually the oils in the leather that give it that smell. Here's my tips: 1. Some BMW dealerships use Lexol and Vinylex. You can get both from any Pep Boys. Not only do they recondition and clean the leather, but they leave that "new car" interior smell. 2. Try to keep the windows up as much as possible when parked even in the garage to prevent the oils from drying. Sun shields help cool the interior when the car is parked outside. 3. Prevent dust build-up on the leather. That desaturates it and dries the oils over time. That means vacuuming the carpet, too, to prevent more dust from flying around. This isn't a guarantee that your leather will always smell new, and it's different accross certain types of leather and their colors (dye used). But I can tell you that four years of operation and my BMW's interior still smells like it came out of the dealership, without the aid of air fresheners. __________________ BRACEYOURSELF It'll be one hell of a ride...

05-23-2005, 10:06 AM	#2
btc Second Lieutenant Drives: 06/330i/SB/TERA/AL Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Da Bayou Posts: 233 iTrader: (1) View btc's Garage	Try not to eat or drink in your vehicle if posible, and dont smoke in your vehicle, that one way to prolong your health.