lordvader 0 Posted January 3, 2006 (edited) Hey all! My GTi has leather seats (tasty), however, it appears that the previous owner wasn't religious in looking after them, and most of the leather (especially the lower bolsters) has become very hard. It hasn't cracked, but is it possible to restore the leathers "softness" ? At the moment I've been using meguiers leather cream stuff, but I'm starting to think that section of the seats are a lost cause (the rest of the leather, that hasn't been overly exposed to the sun is fine). A lot of people talk about autoglym leather stuff, can that ressurect my leather ? Edited January 3, 2006 by lordvader Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richie 32 Posted January 3, 2006 I use autoglym leather cleaner an it does soften the leather up nicely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d-9 0 Posted January 3, 2006 I found the autoglym stuff did bugger all when i had this problem in the goodwood. Saddle soap was pretty effective thou, if a little funny smelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lordvader 0 Posted January 3, 2006 Great Conflicting reports ... Keep 'em coming !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPGTi 2 Posted January 3, 2006 This stuff is the best Liquid Leather Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherly 0 Posted January 3, 2006 This stuff is the best Liquid Leather Steve I totally agree - use the liquid leather cleaner, gently applied with a toothbrush then condition with the leather conditioner. It certainly gives good results. Mart Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,000 Posted January 3, 2006 I have had some poor experiences of the Autoglym leather care - it made my Phase 2 half-leathers go very dull and almost cloudy, and has caused them to noticeably dry out. Really not impressed at all as the seats were better before I used it! Saddle soap mildly improved things, so that's what I've been using. I've heard several recommendations for that liquid leather stuff though (the other one I always hear good things about is the Woolies one), so those coupled with the two recommendations above means I'll order some and give it a whirl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Super Josh 4 Posted January 4, 2006 I've got one of the Liquid Leather kits to recondition and to recolour the scuffs. It's on the 'ToDo' list, so i'll report back on my findings. Josh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richie 32 Posted January 4, 2006 Hmm, well i think maybe ag leather products work better for me because i treat my leather once a week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joelpsmith 1 Posted January 4, 2006 This stuff is the best Liquid Leather Steve Yep i use this about every 6 months, stops the leather from cracking and keeps it soft. Only thing is the smell, its meant to be an authentic leather smell, but for about a week after application it is totally over-powering. After that it dies down a bit and is actually quite pleasent and realistic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lordvader 0 Posted January 4, 2006 Can this liquid leather stuff be gotten in Australia, or am I gonna have to order it ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPGTi 2 Posted January 4, 2006 Can this liquid leather stuff be gotten in Australia, or am I gonna have to order it ??? Never tried to order it from Australia Follow the link I put in my first reply, there must be contact details / email address. I am sure they will let you know. Gliptone are the company that produce it so you may have more luck searching under Gliptone in Oz. Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Super Josh 4 Posted January 4, 2006 Can this liquid leather stuff be gotten in Australia, or am I gonna have to order it ??? Uk only as far as i'm aware. But i'm sure they'll ship it down under. And shouldn't cost the earth, unlike shipping stuff the other way. Josh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
