But notice car above had no Alcantara wheel, I like the Alcantara in my car and holds up great but not on wheel. Started looking ratty in just a few months and that is why I changed.
When I bought the car it was about 10 months old and had 1,500 miles and wheel was already looking a little used, few months later looked even worse so replaced with my leather/carbon fiber one
Is the wheel on the Performante Alcantara or suede? Mine had 8500 miles on it and looked great. I will say that the one on my 04 gallardo did not look great.
I'm pretty sure that Lamborghini only uses Alcantera. I had an aftermarket suede one and it lasted 1000 miles, it was very different from my Alcantera.
Even if mine was leather I would still always wash my hands before I drive. I also use my gloves but sparingly. In fact only when I don't think I will be seen, lol.
Very cool video and thanks for sharing! As I’m sure everyone knows my SL‘s interior is all alcantara and carbon fiber. Thank god the alcantara in my SL is in perfect shape but it’s nice to know a good way to deep clean it. Ive only used a damp microfiber towel for a simple wipe down or sonax on the steering wheel but now I want to buy that wet vac he had!
I know I thought the same thing, but they do feel really good and give you a great sense of grip. However at the risk of looking like a pansy I wear them very selectively.
I've had alcantara wheels that looked new after 20k miles. They require more care but they're worth it in my opinion.
If you do want to give it a refresh, use a steamer to heat up the oils that are embedded in the fibers then use a microfiber cloth to gently lift the oils off. I believe Novax makes a solution that aids in this process specifically for alcantara.
Taking the sound advice on this forum and getting ready for my first drive with gloves on. Yes, that is a real pic of me and don't worry I won't forget to cut the eyeholes out.
I also have that interior in my Huracan and the only thing that is starting to wear no matter product used is the wheel … probably going to buy a custom one soon
Damn, most of that turned to vinyl in the P car. THere gotta be a better way to CLEAN existing Alcantara when it just starts to get a little bit dirty...
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