I picked up our new JCW Countryman am loving it. This is our second Mini in the family. Yesterday I noticed a small discoloration in a small area on the dash. It is on the part of the dash where the vent is to the right of the speedometer. (this picture is only for reference) At first it was almost sticky to the touch and with soap and water it looks like it came off a little but it is still there. This surface seems a little porous and I was wondering if anyone might have any ideas on what to use on this area? Thanks for your help

 

Not sure how long you have had your wheels but I would be heading back to the dealer to address or even for them to recommend what to use or do. Since it is in such a high visibility area don't think you would be mar it permanently.

 

I'd have the dealer take a look at it too. Doesn't sound like something you should be experiencing already on a new car.

 

After a little work i have it back to normal. I am thinking it might have been something that was done with the dealer tinted it? Hot soap and water and a little buffing and it looks like new.