Center vents becoming grey?

[Downeaster1]

Has anyone had their interior air vents start turning grey? I had the ones closest to the door replaced under warranty but now my center ones are becoming grey. Any ideas? I was thinking using that "forever black" stuff thats typically used on the E36 door mouldings.

[HIPSI]

Yup. On both my 08 135 and 09 128. I tired to get them replaced on the 09 when it was under warranty and the dealer wouldn't do it.... Tried "Back to Black"-- no workie...

[Greenkirby21]

my whole interior in general is starting to turn gray/yellow from being out in the sun all day and I don't have tint : (. My vents are all gray as well

[bmw1racer]

Originally Posted by Greenkirby21

my whole interior in general is starting to turn gray/yellow from being out in the sun all day and I don't have tint : (. My vents are all gray as well

Have you been regularly using a treatment like Vinylex?

[Greenkirby21]

Originally Posted by bmw1racer

Have you been regularly using a treatment like Vinylex?

nope and thats probably why. When I clean my interior I just use leather cleaner and just interior wipes for the rest.

my car is pretty much noobed out. The exterior paint is horrible from bird poop, pollen, etc. I try to wash it regularly but the next day its dirty.

[cheshirecat79]

Yep- it's a very common issue.

I'm going to try some Black Wow this weekend and see how it goes.

[bmw1racer]

Originally Posted by Greenkirby21

nope and thats probably why. When I clean my interior I just use leather cleaner and just interior wipes for the rest.

my car is pretty much noobed out. The exterior paint is horrible from bird poop, pollen, etc. I try to wash it regularly but the next day its dirty.

Maybe this would help: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...postcount=1192

Saw the link yesterday.

[1911A145]

common. had all mine replaced under warranty.

[TOGWT]

Originally Posted by bmw1racer

Maybe this would help: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...postcount=1192

Saw the link yesterday.

Perfect option for wheel wells, engine bay dressing, tire dressing and exterior trim pieces

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[Jmoney]

Originally Posted by Downeaster1

Has anyone had their interior air vents start turning grey? I had the ones closest to the door replaced under warranty but now my center ones are becoming grey. Any ideas? I was thinking using that "forever black" stuff thats typically used on the E36 door mouldings.

Swissvax nano express should restore it! That's what I use.

[MIAblu1]

Originally Posted by Jmoney

Swissvax nano express should restore it! That's what I use.

Hey I'm in Miami too... funny enough, i also have a Le mans blue 135 lol anyway, where'd you get the swissvax at?

[scott_b]

Yeah, mine look as if the previous owner sandblasted them. Looked at replacing, but if they're going to turn as well it kind of defeats the purpose.

[Jmoney]

Originally Posted by MIAblu1

Hey I'm in Miami too... funny enough, i also have a Le mans blue 135 lol anyway, where'd you get the swissvax at?

I got the Swissvax from Scheer Signature Detailing. His name is Dominic and his number is (786) 554-7508. I'm usually there all the time too so i may get to see your 1!

[MIAblu1]

Originally Posted by Jmoney

I got the Swissvax from Scheer Signature Detailing. His name is Dominic and his number is (786) 554-7508. I'm usually there all the time too so i may get to see your 1!

How much did it run you?

[E30 Racer]

Keep in mind the old vents are easily damaged if removed to paint, etc. The plastic surfaces are really soft.

Replacement vents aren't *that* expensive ($40?). Approach your dealer about purchasing at a significant a discount since its is a known problem and the car isn't far out of warranty.

[Jmoney]

Originally Posted by MIAblu1

How much did it run you?

i only paid for what i used (since we are friends) but i think a normal 250ml bottle will run you $50-60. I'm not really sure so don't quote me on that. Give him a call and tell him that Jordan sent you and he will work something out with you. Nano Express also works great on vinyl wraps too.

[vivanapoli806]

All of my dash vents are fading. My car is from Florida and I'm in chicago. So I wen to the dealer and showed them my dash is starting to bubble in couple spots so they are giving me a new dash. And I asked about my vents and they are replacing all my vents as well. I'm still under warranty until September so I don't have to pay anything. Very happy with my dealer they are great.

[HIPSI]

I just put some (Seen on TV) Wipe New on them, figured what the heck...
Looks good, we'll see if it lasts.