Interior Durability - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

Jerry1130 · 04-18-2012, 07:42 PM

E90 and E92 are notorious for soft trim pieces peeling. Anybody know if this is fixed for F30?

dmontic71 · 04-18-2012, 07:45 PM

If you are talking about the rubberized coating on some of the hard surfaces, I doubt it... I have had 3 bimmers (E46,E90,E60) prior to my new F30 and the coating seems to be the same... The interior fit and finish though is the best I have ever had!

bcl0328 · 04-19-2012, 06:41 AM

anyone know of a good product to clean the interior with? i just want to clean it, not make it shiny.

KneeDragr · 04-19-2012, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bcl0328

anyone know of a good product to clean the interior with? i just want to clean it, not make it shiny.

For the interior bits in my cars, twice a year I use a diluted APC at 3:1 or 4:1 distilled water. Then I apply a product called Ultima Interior Guard Plus, which is a vinyl, plastic and rubber sealant. It seals the surface like a paint sealant seals paint, and protects against drying and UV. Then every wash I simply wipe the dust off with a clean wet rag.

But if you are looking for an all in one product you can use weekly, that leaves no sheen, Id suggest 1Z Einszett Cockpit Premium Interior Plastic Cleaner.

xit2050 · 04-19-2012, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bcl0328

anyone know of a good product to clean the interior with? i just want to clean it, not make it shiny.

I would recommend 303 aerospace protectant: http://www.303products.com/shop303/i...protectant.cfm

Sephanite · 04-19-2012, 09:19 AM

I'm not in the us. Can't purchase the 303 sampler

TEAShea · 04-19-2012, 10:18 AM

I suggest Griot's Interior Cleaner if there is dirt or Griot's Speed Shine if not.

KneeDragr · 04-19-2012, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by xit2050

I would recommend 303 aerospace protectant: http://www.303products.com/shop303/i...protectant.cfm

I wouldent, Ive found it to be way too glossy for my tastes.

jzcrna · 04-19-2012, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dmontic71

If you are talking about the rubberized coating on some of the hard surfaces, I doubt it... I have had 3 bimmers (E46,E90,E60) prior to my new F30 and the coating seems to be the same... The interior fit and finish though is the best I have ever had!

fit an finish on the F30 is great, but I did notice that the rubberized coating present on the E90 radio and surrounding areas is not there in the F30. the knobs are but not the surfaces. must be a cost-cutting measure. I loved the rubberized surface in the E90

Jerry1130 · 04-19-2012, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jzcrna

I loved the rubberized surface in the E90

I loved it until it started peeling

. I'll take trim that will last over something that is slightly softer to the touch any day.

Ron Scott · 04-19-2012, 07:28 PM

How's the leather quality vs. the larger, overall competition?

dmontic71 · 04-19-2012, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron Scott

How's the leather quality vs. the larger, overall competition?

I guess it depends if you like firm or soft leather. I think the quality is excellent, and looks great. My wife's Cadillac CTS leather is much softer/comfortable though. My guess is that the BMW's will be more durable over time...

Compared to previous BMWs, it seems pretty similar to me...

G_Metric · 04-20-2012, 06:48 AM

I've noticed this in my daughters BMW e90, she has the beige interior and the console started to peel in the high-wear areas.. looks kind of shitty because it's white underneath.

bimmerjph · 04-20-2012, 03:48 PM

My e46 does it really bad too. Especially on the front ashtray lid and sunglasses compartment.

bcl0328 · 04-20-2012, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by TEAShea

I suggest Griot's Interior Cleaner if there is dirt or Griot's Speed Shine if not.

i got some of this. i like it so far.

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Jerry1130 New Member Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Irvine,CA Posts: 8 iTrader: (0)	Interior Durability E90 and E92 are notorious for soft trim pieces peeling. Anybody know if this is fixed for F30?
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dmontic71 Lieutenant Drives: 2012 F30 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 516 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 328i [5.00] (retired) 2009 528i [5.00] (retired) 2006 325i [5.00] (retired) 2002 325ci [5.00]	If you are talking about the rubberized coating on some of the hard surfaces, I doubt it... I have had 3 bimmers (E46,E90,E60) prior to my new F30 and the coating seems to be the same... The interior fit and finish though is the best I have ever had! __________________ 2012 F30 328i, Melbourne Red, Premium, Sportline, Steptronic, Xenon, Harmon Kardon.

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TEAShea Private First Class Drives: 2012 328i Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 179 iTrader: (0)	Interior Cleaner I suggest Griot's Interior Cleaner if there is dirt or Griot's Speed Shine if not.

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G_Metric Enlisted Member Drives: a Few Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ Posts: 30 iTrader: (0)	I've noticed this in my daughters BMW e90, she has the beige interior and the console started to peel in the high-wear areas.. looks kind of shitty because it's white underneath. __________________ 2009 X5 4.8i - white/black - daily driver 2007 M5 6-speed - black/black - toy 2012 328i SPORT-LINE - black/black - sons 2009 328i - white/beige - daughters

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bimmerjph Major Drives: 2002 BMW 325i Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,321 iTrader: (0)	My e46 does it really bad too. Especially on the front ashtray lid and sunglasses compartment.