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Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Lambros - 20-06-2011 02:30 PM
A quick follow-up on my previous post where the Merc is getting a well-deserved detail.
I've always enjoyed cleaning cars' interiors, it's where I spend most of my time unless I'm in the dog-box ... then I'm clinging onto the roof.
Products of choice include a dry vacuum, a wet/dry carpet extractor and conditioner, a steamer, bunch of brushes/cloths and some products (APC, Megs Rich Leather Foam, Megs PlastX, Sonax Anti-mist window cleaner, Sonax Matt cockpit spray, AG Fast Glass and shampoo's) :
![[Image: Arsenal.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/Arsenal.jpg)
A couple of before pics:
![[Image: BeforeFront.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/BeforeFront.jpg)
![[Image: BeforeConsole.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/BeforeConsole.jpg)
![[Image: BeforeWinS.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/BeforeWinS.jpg)
![[Image: BeforeRearS.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/BeforeRearS.jpg)
![[Image: BeforeKit.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/BeforeKit.jpg)
I started by wiping down all surfaces with a damp cloth, removing anything loose and recovering as much change as possible. All mats and accessories were removed before the car was dry-vacuumed. For tough carpets, I also use a soft brush to ensure all loose debris is removed.
The headliner was clean and didn't require any attention at this stage. Sticky spots on the carpets were treated with Goo-Gone.
I then used the Bissel machine with a very light concentration of recommended carpet cleaner to give the interior a deep shampoo. Tough spots were saturated a bit more than others and agitated with a brush before being extracted.
To ensure that very little moisture and contaminants were left, I then chose to steam the carpets and hand-dry with microfiber towels. Boot in progress:
![[Image: DuringSteam.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/DuringSteam.jpg)
All seat rails, hinges, pedals, dash vents and nooks were also steamed, wiped and re-greased (clear lithium grease) where necessary.
![[Image: AfterRearFold.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterRearFold.jpg)
![[Image: AfterKit.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterKit.jpg)
Some "mystery" substances removed:
![[Image: MysteryMeatB.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/MysteryMeatB.jpg)
![[Image: MysteryMeatA.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/MysteryMeatA.jpg)
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![[Image: MysteryGooB.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/MysteryGooB.jpg)
![[Image: MysteryGooA.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/MysteryGooA.jpg)
The dash, trim and leather seats were then given a wipe-down with very mild APC before also being steamed. Interior after being cleaned and sanitized with the steamer:
![[Image: AfterFront.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterFront.jpg)
Seats were then treated with Megs Rich Leather foam (worked well with the Merc seats) and buffed dry after about 10 minutes.
![[Image: DuringFoam.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/DuringFoam.jpg)
The center dash info screen (plastic) was polished with Megs PlastX. Dash, trims and seals were wiped-down with Sonax Matt Cockpit spray. Interior glass was treated with Sonax Anti-Mist spray.
![[Image: AfterConsole1.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterConsole1.jpg)
The end result:
![[Image: AfterWinS.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterWinS.jpg)
![[Image: AfterConsole2.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterConsole2.jpg)
![[Image: AfterFrontLeather.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterFrontLeather.jpg)
![[Image: AfterRear.jpg]](http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/LambrosK9/B200T%20detail/Interior%20detail/AfterRear.jpg)
Thanks again for all the great advise from the forum!
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - zckid - 20-06-2011 05:05 PM
Top notch
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - PrevanP - 20-06-2011 08:56 PM
The interior looks new again.....well done
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - calypso - 20-06-2011 09:44 PM
Its not often that you hear people saying they enjoy interiors. But you can see alot of effort went into making this look 100%.
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Carn - 21-06-2011 07:01 AM
Fantastic work Lambros, I am sure the Mrs was well pleased with your efforts
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Lambros - 21-06-2011 08:38 AM
Thanks again for the comments guys!
(21-06-2011 07:01 AM)Carn Wrote: Fantastic work Lambros, I am sure the Mrs was well pleased with your efforts
Oh yes she was ... [wink wink]
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - SilverSabre - 22-06-2011 09:41 AM
(21-06-2011 08:38 AM)Lambros Wrote: Thanks again for the comments guys!
(21-06-2011 07:01 AM)Carn Wrote: Fantastic work Lambros, I am sure the Mrs was well pleased with your efforts
Oh yes she was ... [wink wink]
Hehe what a brilliant way to score points
Very impressive detail!
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Lambchop - 22-06-2011 09:58 AM
Awesome work bud
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - springbok - 22-06-2011 07:43 PM
Tell us more about Goo-gone.
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Audioholic - 22-06-2011 09:18 PM
Wow. Very nice. I really hate doing interiors, but seeing your work gives me motivation.
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Lambros - 22-06-2011 09:47 PM
(22-06-2011 07:43 PM)springbok Wrote: Tell us more about Goo-gone.
I posted a mini write-up of the product in the Interior Car Care section: Goo-Gone review
Hope it helps.
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - onyx - 27-06-2011 05:30 PM
Awesome!
I'm in the process of buying a 320i BMW that needs this attention (the 'valet' centre used that Shiny crap on EVERYTHING!!!)
Can i send it to you?
RE: Mercedes B200 Turbo - Part2: Interior - Lambros - 27-06-2011 05:41 PM
(27-06-2011 05:30 PM)onyx Wrote: Awesome!
I'm in the process of buying a 320i BMW that needs this attention (the 'valet' centre used that Shiny crap on EVERYTHING!!!)
Can i send it to you?
With pleasure! Bring the car, a couple beers and I'll take care of the rest!