MINI Cooper MINI Cooper specs
MINI Cooper MINI Cooper Forums MINI Cooper Pictures
Mark Forums Read MINI Cooper radio MINI Cooper latest news
 

Go Back   North American Motoring > MINIs in General > Detailing 101
Sign in using an external account
Register Forgot Password?

Welcome to North American Motoring !
Welcome to North American Motoring,

You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!


» Latest Main Topics
Go to first new post New MCS owner!
by kablam
2 Replies, 71 Views
Go to first new post Hello to eveyone from...
2 Replies, 82 Views
Go to first new post OK we all own MINIs but...
by airmini
1,180 Replies, 58,641 Views
Advertisement

Reply
 
 
 
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
  #1  
Old 08-07-2004, 07:59 AM
maxxboy maxxboy is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 216
Gallery
Getting rid if scuff marks behind the seats

The black plastic backing behind the seats of my MC have white-ish scuff marks, not scratches, that I cannot remove. Mothers back to black works great on the car's exterior trim, but it won't touch the scuff marks behind the seats. Has anyone hear found a product that works?
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 08-07-2004, 09:45 AM
2perCooper's Avatar
2perCooper 2perCooper is offline
5th Gear
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posts: 618
Send a message via AIM to 2perCooper
Gallery
Quote:
Originally Posted by maxxboy
The black plastic backing behind the seats of my MC have white-ish scuff marks, not scratches, that I cannot remove. Mothers back to black works great on the car's exterior trim, but it won't touch the scuff marks behind the seats. Has anyone hear found a product that works?
Try Stoners Trim Shine. Works great on the exterior as well. I had some white residue from the body shop on my wheel arches, I used the trim shine, and it came out looking brand new.
__________________
2004 IB/B MC...Gone, but not forgotten!
For Sale:
Brembo BBK: **SOLD** | JLine Wheels & Tires: **SOLD** | ViS Racing MCS CF Hood: **SOLD**
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 08-07-2004, 09:50 AM
911Fan 911Fan is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 1,118
Gallery
Isopropyl alcohol (ie, common rubbing alcohol) is the first thing I try and it usually works.

fwiw, I also use WD-40 a lot for such things...
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 08-07-2004, 10:29 AM
Sullivan'sDaddy's Avatar
Sullivan'sDaddy Sullivan'sDaddy is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Monster Island
Posts: 267
Gallery
303 Aerospace...."Designed for aerospace and aviation applications". Has UV protection. I use it for the back of the front seats, dash, door panels, plastic wheel arches, tires. Expensive but good stuff, I'm satisfied.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 08-07-2004, 02:56 PM
BradB's Avatar
BradB BradB is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: St. Louis
Posts: 1,237
Gallery
It sounds like there has been a "transfer" of some other material since the plastic itself is black and will not scratch, mar or make a white mark even when abraded.

I would tend to lean toward a solvent or a solvent/cleaner as the first course of action. The isopropol would be a safe start, I use it often. Aerosol Brake Cleaner spray (CRC and Gumout are the best) is also safe to use on the plastic of the seat backs and is a bit stronger than the alcohol. The next step would be to try a mechanical abrasive like a fine polish compound or even cleaner wax with a soft cloth or foam applicator. One of these will work.

Follow any of these up with your favorite dressing. I like 303 Aerospace because, as mentioned, it has a high UV protection and a factory satin finish.
__________________
Bloomquist Garage!
'04 PW Mini Cooper S....Gone but still here in spirit!
My Other Rides.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 08-09-2004, 07:49 AM
maxxboy maxxboy is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 216
Gallery
Thanks folks!
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 08-27-2004, 02:51 PM
flyingsluzer flyingsluzer is offline
2nd Gear
 
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: St. Louis
Posts: 80
Gallery
I've been fairly happy with Meguiars Gold Class Vinyl and Rubber care for things like that. It's pretty easy to find. Although when I'm out I'll probably spring for some 303 Aerospace Protectant as I've heard so many rave reviews.
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 08-27-2004, 02:55 PM
jaxmini's Avatar
jaxmini jaxmini is offline
3rd Gear
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Doylestown Pa
Posts: 247
Gallery
303

I have the 303 spray. It worked great on my MR2 spyders convertible top. I'll give it a try on some interior scuffs this weekend.
__________________
May be coming back to the MINI party! :)
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 09-02-2004, 03:33 PM
agranger's Avatar
agranger agranger is offline
6th Gear
 
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 2,992
Gallery
sounds to me like something has been transfered to the vinyl as well. I've had some success on other cars with the GENTLE USE of a nylon mesh covered sponge (a 'bug scraper sponge' - though you shouldn't use it on painted surfaces... unless it is an old clunker of a car and you don't care about it...) Maybe try it with a spritz of cleaner (Fantastic), alcohol (as suggested above) or WD-40 (also a good idea from above).
Reply With Quote
Old 09-02-2004, 03:33 PM
 
 
 
Reply

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Forum Jump


MINI CooperMINI Cooper PrivacyMINI Cooper Terms of UseMINI Cooper Guidelines MINI Cooper Advertising The North American MINI Cooper Community
  MINI Cooper news, forums, FAQs, and reviews for enthusiasts and owners of the North American MINI Cooper
All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:56 AM.
 Copyright © 2002-2008 North American Motoring. All Rights Reserved.     Powered by vBulletin and vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:56 AM.


Powered by vBulletin and vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.
North American Motoring is an independently operated web site supporting MINI owners and enthusiastsworldwide. As such it has no official relationship with MINI USA, BMW AG, or BMW of North America.All original artwork and design is Copyright © 2002-2004 North American Motoring.
Admin Account Passwords

Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.5.2