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Old 04-03-2020, 12:05 PM
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I have a new to me 2018 GTS. Can someone pls confirm what material is on the dash/doors? Is it leather or vinyl? Deciding what to use for detailing.


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That's vinyl. The full leather is obvious with stitched seams.
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Definitely vinyl. As to detailing, you should be safe with most any interior detail solution. 303 makes great stuff, if you just want to pick up something from a local auto parts store.

P. S. I wouldn't overuse any detailing spray. It already has a protective coating from the factory. A wipe with a damp cloth is a really good way to keep the dust off.
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Originally Posted by Jokerdev
I have a new to me 2018 GTS. Can someone pls confirm what material is on the dash/doors? Is it leather or vinyl? Deciding what to use for detailing.

Full leather also has no "goosebumps." It's totally smooth.
Old 04-03-2020, 12:30 PM
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The good news is if you can't tell the difference between leather or vinyl, you didn't pay extra for leather.

Congratulation on new car. The true value of the car is determine by how many times you fill the gas tank. Don't spend too much time detailing. I hope you get to fill it often.
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For comparison
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A California Duster or a damp cloth is all you'll need to keep it looking good. If you want some type of "treatment", be sure to use one that doesn't put a sheen/shine on the vinyl as you'll get reflections on the windshield.
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Matte finish is key on any topical for the dash. Otherwise reflections from sun will be horrible.
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I and many other use this stuff. Serious UV blocker and leaves a beautiful matte satin finish.





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Originally Posted by good2go
The good news is if you can't tell the difference between leather or vinyl, you didn't pay extra for leather.

Congratulation on new car. The true value of the car is determine by how many times you fill the gas tank. Don't spend too much time detailing. I hope you get to fill it often.
Thanks for the info everyone. Just filled it up a few minutes ago. It's my daily driver, just want to protect from UV since it's running in the FL sun often
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Originally Posted by JW911
That's vinyl. The full leather is obvious with stitched seams.
Aka Pleather. Get a windshield screen since you are in FL! Direct sunlight through the windshield is the worst! Here is an example but you may want to search to save a few bucks if it matters: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Porsche-Sun...5.c10#viTabs_0
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While not as clean as jskenefick here are two shots of the leather dash in my '15 GTS for comparison.




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I like the deviated stitching. That is a great look.
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Nextzett Cockpit Clean. Works amazingly well.
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I feel so lucky to have found a GTS with full leather. I love it! And the smell... So unique from anything I've ever had before!


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