protecting interior oem interior carbon trim

JZBDCT · 12-30-2011, 09:52 AM

Hey guys,

So I just picked up my 2012 m3 and I noticed that although the carbon trim on the interior of the car is reaaaaaal slick

I can tell that over the years of ownership, it'll start its fibrous wear and tear. Are there any suggestions for protecting the integrity of the carbon trim or is this just the cost of ownership?

Thanks

Jon

jwarner · 12-30-2011, 11:41 AM

I am presuming you are referring to the carbon leather interior trim?

I don't see why this would get worn out at all, or start to unravel if that is what you are suggesting. It's embossed leather, with no seams, and it's all located in places that don't receive much wear and tear.

I wouldn't worry about it. If it does wear, it's easily replaced. But personally, I think the chances of this happening are near zero.

Superfly_M3 · 12-30-2011, 02:52 PM

I have the Carbon Fiber Trim and although its not sealed like wooden or aluminum trims, I don't think it will wear.

GregW / Oregon · 12-30-2011, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by a240reef

Hey guys,

So I just picked up my 2012 m3 and I noticed that although the carbon trim on the interior of the car is reaaaaaal slick

I can tell that over the years of ownership, it'll start its fibrous wear and tear. Are there any suggestions for protecting the integrity of the carbon trim or is this just the cost of ownership?

The Carbon Leather trim can be treated just like upholstery leather.

JDM3 · 12-31-2011, 11:27 AM

Had it in my sedan. You wont have any issues. Just dont rub your body parts all over it...

jwarner · 12-31-2011, 11:51 AM

One other thing on this topic for the OP.

The Carbon Leather Trim looks like it is woven, but it's not. (It's embossed I think). So there's nothing to fray... it's just a big hunk of leather that's been stamped or rolled to look like Carbon Fiber.

Maybe you would want to treat it with leather condition like you do with your seats, but I suspect a simple wipe down every few months with a damp cloth will keep it looking swanky.

S65V8 · 12-31-2011, 11:55 AM

Have a 08' with the same trim. don't worry about it. still looks new 4 years later!

JZBDCT · 12-31-2011, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SROC5

Have a 08' with the same trim. don't worry about it. still looks new 4 years later!

alright works for me!

geneatals · 01-01-2012, 07:14 PM

what's good for your seats is good for the cf leather trim...

use your desired cleaner and conditioner in the appropriate intervals and you'll be fine...

kitw · 01-02-2012, 02:57 AM

Remember that the Cf leather is not actually a weave. It's just an imprint.

jonasaurus · 01-02-2012, 05:45 AM

Just did a full clean of interior... for seats and leather trim including the carbon leather started with this
http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...oduct_Code=Z-9
and then this
http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...duct_Code=Z-10

Worked like a charm, looks very refreshed!

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JZBDCT Second Lieutenant 15 Rep 214 Posts Drives: e92 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: yonder iTrader: (0)	protecting interior oem interior carbon trim Hey guys, So I just picked up my 2012 m3 and I noticed that although the carbon trim on the interior of the car is reaaaaaal slick I can tell that over the years of ownership, it'll start its fibrous wear and tear. Are there any suggestions for protecting the integrity of the carbon trim or is this just the cost of ownership? Thanks Jon __________________ 2012 BMW M3 Coupe JZB/Fox Red DCT ZCP. Vorsteiner Double Sided Carbon Fiber CSL Boot Lid. Paint Match Grills, Side markers, Reflectors. Carbon Fiber Splitters. Lux Angel Eyes. Custom Rear Section Exhaust with valves. Next mod: Valentine 1
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jwarner Private 6 Rep 87 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 Alpine White ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bend, OR iTrader: (2)	I am presuming you are referring to the carbon leather interior trim? I don't see why this would get worn out at all, or start to unravel if that is what you are suggesting. It's embossed leather, with no seams, and it's all located in places that don't receive much wear and tear. I wouldn't worry about it. If it does wear, it's easily replaced. But personally, I think the chances of this happening are near zero. __________________ Jason - Bend, OR 2011.5 E92 - Alpine White DCT ZCP Dinan: Exhaust, Intake, ECU, UD Pulley, Pedals; AFE: Air Scoops;
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Superfly_M3 Captain 72 Rep 959 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I have the Carbon Fiber Trim and although its not sealed like wooden or aluminum trims, I don't think it will wear.
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JDM3 Major 109 Rep 1,292 Posts Drives: 2009 M3 E92 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Long Valley, NJ iTrader: (7)	Had it in my sedan. You wont have any issues. Just dont rub your body parts all over it...
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jwarner Private 6 Rep 87 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 Alpine White ZCP Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bend, OR iTrader: (2)	One other thing on this topic for the OP. The Carbon Leather Trim looks like it is woven, but it's not. (It's embossed I think). So there's nothing to fray... it's just a big hunk of leather that's been stamped or rolled to look like Carbon Fiber. Maybe you would want to treat it with leather condition like you do with your seats, but I suspect a simple wipe down every few months with a damp cloth will keep it looking swanky. __________________ Jason - Bend, OR 2011.5 E92 - Alpine White DCT ZCP Dinan: Exhaust, Intake, ECU, UD Pulley, Pedals; AFE: Air Scoops;
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S65V8 _ 808 Rep 3,160 Posts Drives: ... Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (10)	Have a 08' with the same trim. don't worry about it. still looks new 4 years later!
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geneatals Ninja 390 Rep 4,014 Posts Drives: 2019 530e Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: So Cal (SFV) iTrader: (3)	what's good for your seats is good for the cf leather trim... use your desired cleaner and conditioner in the appropriate intervals and you'll be fine... __________________ 2019 AW G30 530e l ZPP l ZMP l ZDH Retired: 2016 F80 M3, 2012 E90 M3, 2008 535i
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kitw Colonel 471 Rep 2,991 Posts Drives: F91 M8, 991.2 GT3 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (20)	Remember that the Cf leather is not actually a weave. It's just an imprint. __________________ DSC_3369 by Kit W, on Flickr
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jonasaurus Brigadier General 76 Rep 3,178 Posts Drives: E90 M3 [Sold] Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Just did a full clean of interior... for seats and leather trim including the carbon leather started with this http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...oduct_Code=Z-9 and then this http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...duct_Code=Z-10 Worked like a charm, looks very refreshed! __________________ ///M3 \| E90 LCI \| Space Grey \| Fox Red with CF Structure \| 6MT \| 260M \| My build
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