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Old Nov 15, 2013 | 10:29 PM
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Hey all, just picked up a very well kept 06 G35. The seats don't have any excessive wear or cracking, just somewhat dried and stiff. What's a good conditioner to replenish the suppleness of the leather? Would saddle soap be ok?

It's a bone stock 35 sedan, any helpful fun/somewhat free mods or advice would be great! Just picked her up and looking to drive to enjoy.

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Old Nov 17, 2013 | 04:10 AM
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The Leatherique system is one of the best products you can buy for your car. You'll need 2 products: Pristine Clean and Rejuvenating Oil to do it right and it's only available on-line from sites like Detailed Image.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2013 | 04:39 AM
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I use the lexol conditioner (not cleaner since it's never dirty).
Lexol 0923 Leather Care Kit with Sponges : Amazon.com : Automotive Lexol 0923 Leather Care Kit with Sponges : Amazon.com : Automotive

On the other vinyl surfaces/dash and weatherstripping I use aerospace 303:
Amazon.com: 303 Products 30350 Aerospace Protectant - 32 oz.: Automotive Amazon.com: 303 Products 30350 Aerospace Protectant - 32 oz.: Automotive

On the electronics and hard to reach buttons/switches/air vent gaps I dust with a q-tip with rubbing alcohol.

On the plastic covering the speedo/clock/nav I use Zeiss wipes which you can usually find near the camera displays at walmart. These are life-changing if you wear glasses.
Amazon.com: Zeiss Pre-Moistened Lens Cloths Wipes 200 Ct: Health & Personal Care Amazon.com: Zeiss Pre-Moistened Lens Cloths Wipes 200 Ct: Health & Personal Care
 
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Old Nov 17, 2013 | 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by JonnyQuest
Hey all, just picked up a very well kept 06 G35. The seats don't have any excessive wear or cracking, just somewhat dried and stiff. What's a good conditioner to replenish the suppleness of the leather? Would saddle soap be ok?

It's a bone stock 35 sedan, any helpful fun/somewhat free mods or advice would be great! Just picked her up and looking to drive to enjoy.

Jonny
I also recommend the Leatherique Rejuvinator Oil and Prestine Clean combo. If there's a bit of visible dirt in the cracks and such, you'll want a good brush. If there's a lot of dirt, you may have to get a brush that attaches to the end of a drill to get it all out (I need this for a friend's SUV seats).

There's a few methods of applying the Leatherique Oil, I recommend pouring it into a small cup and using a silicone basting brush to apply it. It helps to keep the oil off of surfaces you don't want it on and evenly spreads nicely.
 
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Old Nov 17, 2013 | 07:58 PM
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Great info guys!

Thanks!
 
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Old Nov 17, 2013 | 09:05 PM
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Old Nov 18, 2013 | 10:21 AM
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I have used the Leatherique system on all my vehicals. It is amazing.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2013 | 06:45 PM
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leatherique or leather master...top shelf products
 
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