Interior

Deeter1910 · 12-14-2016, 10:12 AM

Hi All,

I've had my m235I since February and I've had a couple instances of damage to the interior surfaces. It doesn't seem like a very durable material they used.

Anyway, I accidentally made this scratch across my driver's side door when I was stepping in the other day. It is extremely superficial and I think it would come out easily with the right compound, but I don't want to use the wrong cleaner and stain the door.

Has anyone else had issues with their interior taking damage like this? And what solutions worked to fix the problem without harming the finish?

Thanks,

Deeter1910

lennyf · 12-14-2016, 10:41 AM

Are you Edward Scissorhands?

goodNIGHT · 12-14-2016, 11:01 AM

I have the same problem. I've tried many things to remove the scratch. But nothing has really worked. It has faded as the months went by.

mdputnam · 12-14-2016, 11:29 AM

Try using a Mr Clean Magic Eraser.

Check out this thread on removing shoe scruff.

Wheelwright · 12-14-2016, 11:36 AM

If you remove the scratch you will also remove the material around it so it will never look exactly the same as new. The good news is that under some lightning conditions it can still look perfect.

BEM-S4 · 12-14-2016, 12:11 PM

The only thing that MIGHT work is there's this leather repair goo I have no idea what it's called and I got it years ago off one of those infomercial things. Comes in all colors you basically apply it then before it dries you use this pad they give you to press the texture into it. Basically liquid rubber glue kind of stuff.

TheCaptain · 12-14-2016, 12:26 PM

What object caused the scratch?

It'll fade with time and the best option is probably to do nothing, that way it won't get any worse.

charethcstory · 12-14-2016, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCaptain

What object caused the scratch?

It'll fade with time and the best option is probably to do nothing, that way it won't get any worse.

I have a few light scratches there too. Caused by the rivets of my jeans when trying to get out of the car in a tight parking space.

BEM-S4 · 12-14-2016, 12:44 PM

This is what you need. You apply the black liquid then cover with the "grain paper" to blend the texture.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/3M-Leathe...141#about-item

Deeter1910 · 12-14-2016, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by lennyf

Are you Edward Scissorhands?

Haha, No I am not Edward Scissorhands. I believe it was cause by the zipper on a bag, although it could have been rivets on a pair of my jeans as well.

I don't know if I'll apply any filler products, it is superficial so I don't think it will leave a groove once the loose fibers have been cleaned off, I think the surface will just need an oil of some sort to reseal it.

Bill Kayen · 12-14-2016, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Deeter1910

Haha, No I am not Edward Scissorhands. I believe it was cause by the zipper on a bag, although it could have been rivets on a pair of my jeans as well.

I don't know if I'll apply any filler products, it is superficial so I don't think it will leave a groove once the loose fibers have been cleaned off, I think the surface will just need an oil of some sort to reseal it.

Why not try some black shoe polish and apply very lightly? It should take care of the scratch.

Viffermike · 12-15-2016, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Wheelwright

If you remove the scratch you will also remove the material around it so it will never look exactly the same as new. The good news is that under some lightning conditions it can still look perfect.

Funny: I feel the same way about most women I've met in nightclubs ...

BMWZ4 · 12-15-2016, 05:38 PM

I've used this a couple of times with good results:

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00G6I...nyl+Repair+Kit

M2GranCoupeOLEDlights · 12-16-2016, 05:27 AM

Be happy! This is an excuse to get the Carbon Fiber trim!

Solarphil · 12-19-2016, 12:20 AM

The carbon fiber trim kit doesn't touch that part

SteveAustin · 12-19-2016, 12:21 AM

I've used Goo Gone to get scuff marks off the kick panel and it worked great. Are you sure it's a gouge? Try it you'll be surprised how effective it is. If that doesn't work - 1Z Einszett Deep Plastic Cleaner and a nice nylon bristle brush or tooth brush.

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Deeter1910 Registered 1 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Findlay, Ohio iTrader: (0)	Interior Hi All, I've had my m235I since February and I've had a couple instances of damage to the interior surfaces. It doesn't seem like a very durable material they used. Anyway, I accidentally made this scratch across my driver's side door when I was stepping in the other day. It is extremely superficial and I think it would come out easily with the right compound, but I don't want to use the wrong cleaner and stain the door. Has anyone else had issues with their interior taking damage like this? And what solutions worked to fix the problem without harming the finish? Thanks, Deeter1910 Attached Images
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Wheelwright Captain 463 Rep 779 Posts Drives: M235i (6MT fakerich edition) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Canada, Oak Ridges iTrader: (0)	If you remove the scratch you will also remove the material around it so it will never look exactly the same as new. The good news is that under some lightning conditions it can still look perfect.
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TheCaptain Second Lieutenant 65 Rep 275 Posts Drives: m235i x 'vert Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	What object caused the scratch? It'll fade with time and the best option is probably to do nothing, that way it won't get any worse.
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