Rag Top Care

VIN240i13 · 11-22-2017, 10:05 AM

Lots of great information about detailing, would like to get some recommendations on detailing and maintenance care of the black rag top on a 2018 M240i. I am assuming the rag top on the M240i is fabric instead of vinyl?

This is my second convertible, previously owned a 2012 Ford Mustang GT Convertible, white with fabric tan top. The top was a nightmare to keep clean, it simply never looked nice no matter what I did.

This is what I used on the GT:
https://www.chemicalguys.com/Convert..._p/hol_996.htm

mdputnam · 11-22-2017, 10:36 AM

Here is a recent post on convertible top cleaning.

Cumberlandjames · 12-10-2017, 08:57 AM

I did lots of searching for the on how to care for mine and ended up using 303 Fabric Guard. You can get a kit with cleaner and protectant. Cleaner really worked well. I used a hand pump sprayer to put the sealant on. I covered all the glass and paint to prevent overspray. Really happy with the result. Beads water like wax on paint. You probably won't need to seal it for a couple of years depending on your washing habits. I only spray mine with water and never soap it up when I do the car. The recommended file has really goof advice.

I'm sure most of the products are very good and sometimes it comes down to whats readily available in your area.

11-22-2017, 10:05 AM	#1
VIN240i13 Private First Class 42 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2018 BMW M240i F23 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Daphnie, AL iTrader: (0)	Rag Top Care Lots of great information about detailing, would like to get some recommendations on detailing and maintenance care of the black rag top on a 2018 M240i. I am assuming the rag top on the M240i is fabric instead of vinyl? This is my second convertible, previously owned a 2012 Ford Mustang GT Convertible, white with fabric tan top. The top was a nightmare to keep clean, it simply never looked nice no matter what I did. This is what I used on the GT: https://www.chemicalguys.com/Convert..._p/hol_996.htm __________________ 2018 ///M240i Convertible [Loaded - Garage Queen] 2018 Ford F150 XLT FX-4 [Daily Driver] BMW CCA #535395 SCCA #619713
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11-22-2017, 10:36 AM	#2
mdputnam Lieutenant 289 Rep 556 Posts Drives: 135i & M235i Convertibles Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Here is a recent post on convertible top cleaning.
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Cumberlandjames Private First Class 54 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 2016 M235i Xdrive cabriolet Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Ottawa Ont iTrader: (0)	Soft Top Cleaning I did lots of searching for the on how to care for mine and ended up using 303 Fabric Guard. You can get a kit with cleaner and protectant. Cleaner really worked well. I used a hand pump sprayer to put the sealant on. I covered all the glass and paint to prevent overspray. Really happy with the result. Beads water like wax on paint. You probably won't need to seal it for a couple of years depending on your washing habits. I only spray mine with water and never soap it up when I do the car. The recommended file has really goof advice. I'm sure most of the products are very good and sometimes it comes down to whats readily available in your area.
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