Best to bring the black trim and wiper cowl back to life?
 

What would be the best solution to brining this stuff back to life? I have seem some wonders with that griots garage stuff. But does anyone have any hands on experience with something that lasts more then a few hours?(IE armor all) I haven't tried anything yet.

Consumer Reports tested 5 exterior car trim cleaners. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/m...ners/index.htm

I've only tried Mother's Back to Black on my Ford Escape's black trim. Agree with CR, it looks good for a only a few weeks then needs to be reapplied. Like Meguiars Ultimate Black it's mostly silicone oil.

Going to try 303 Aerospace Protectant next. It does not contain any silicone oil.

303 Aerospace Protectant is proven, high quality stuff. Just be sure to read the instructions.

Peanut butter is worth a try

Here's what I use and matches perfect too. It's been about a year and still looks great.
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/SEM-39143-Trim-Black-Aerosol/dp/B000EM019O"]Amazon.com: SEM 39143 Trim Black Aerosol - 15 oz.: Automotive[/ame]

Another vote for 303 Aerospace. However, I'm not sure if it will fix already-damaged trim. It's more to prevent the damage from happening in the first place.

Youre correct, 303 won't restore a deep black color (or even factory a factory look). I know cause I tried it. I'd recommend removing the trim piece, cleaning the shit out of it, and then using either vinyl dye, paint + clear (with a bottom coat of plastic primer) or vinyl wrap (PITA).

Adam's VRT. AutoGlym used to make a really nice vinyl/trim product but I haven't seen it around for a long time. 303 is great stuff, too.

Yups, that stuff is good.

Son of a Gun works well, but seems somewhat temporary. Interested in others inputs on the subject tho

Just replace the cowl altogether? For the cost of a few bottles of that cleaner crap that fades, you're nearly to the cost of a new one... and it should stay nice for a couple years, even longer if you keep it clean / out of the sun.

http://parts.bestbuysubaru.com/p/Sub...1419CA010.html

my car is only 2 years old and is usually under a cover. and its still all faded and what not.

:shrug: mine is almost two years old and still looks brand new....? :iono: