Best product for vinyl care

[tkerr45]

I just bought a new Toyota Highlander and it has a lot of black vinyl on the exterior. Bumper covers, wheel well trim etc. What product would you recommed to keep it looking new. Thanks.

[rattlerskin]

There are lots of great options out there, especially if your vehicle is brand new. Assuming it is brand new, you have an advantage since you wont be fighting fading and UV striping. My favorite products for trim are CQuartz DLux, GTechniq C4, and OptiCoat 2.0 (if you have access to any). Considering most of the people I do this for are looking for a longer-term option, I dont really apply the stuff offered by 1Z, Blackfire, etc. since they dont really want to fuss with re-applying anything after they take the car back. For ease of application, I personally like the GTechniq C4 since it just seems to be a better option for someone who is doing this for the first time. DLux seems to get a little fussy at times and is quite temperamental with temperatures and humidity in my experience. Just remember to clean the trim very well before applying any of these products, since underlying coatings will negate anything you are trying to coat your vinyl with.

[Beemerboy]

I like Poorboys World Trim Restore.

Whatever you choose make a regular maintenance of it, depending on washing, storage and weather. The plastics can get ugly pretty quick

[PA DETAILER]

Wolfgang Exterior Trim Sealant (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/wolfgang-trim.html) :bigups

The xterra has plenty of this plastic trim. This stuff took on a PA winter and asked for more.

[RaysWay]

I keep going back to Wolfgang Exterior Trim Sealant (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/wolfgang-trim.html#.VCQu5fldVqU). I used Auto Finesse Revive Trim Gel 250 ml. (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/auto-finesse-trim-gel.html) a few days ago and it looks great, but I can`t really comment on how long it lasts yet.

p.s. don`t forget to use the 20% off coupon code: Promo Details (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/promo-details.html)

[tkerr45]

It is brand new (1week) and I detail my cars regularly. I spend the winters in Florida several months without a garage so I`m concerned about the sun. Please share your thoughts.

[Beemerboy]

It is brand new (1week) and I detail my cars regularly. I spend the winters in Florida several months without a garage so I`m concerned about the sun. Please share your thoughts.

I did this was my suggestion from brand new to restoring weathered


I like Poorboys World Trim Restore.

Whatever you choose make a regular maintenance of it, depending on washing, storage and weather. The plastics can get ugly pretty quick

[firebird]

Aerospace 303 Protectant

[WaxAddict]

Aerospace 303 Protectant
+1
If it looks good, and you want to keep it from drying while adding UV protection, it`s as simple as 303.

If it looks chalky and dry, then get out the restorative products.