Cleaning white interior

[alexgt350h]

Finally got my late father-in-laws 69 out of 20 year storage, and am starting to get it cleaned up.
The white interior has a mildew smell to it, with some evidence on seats, steering wheel, and other plastic parts.
What's best to use to clean it?
Brent

[markl350]

I purchased a steam cleaner on Amazon and it does a great job deep cleaning.

Mark

[The Going Thing]

Mr Clean Magic Erasers.. ( Sponges)

[CSX 4133]

While the video doesn't directly address vinyl, the process is the same. Always use the least aggressive means to clean, this video shows three options. Good luck !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Bd_IqK5ydU

[The Going Thing]

That's why I suggested Mr Clean sponges. They are non-aggressive and the moisture is easily controlled. They work great for smudges and smears. My white door panels seem to get the brunt of the mess or the passenger seat because of coffee drips.
Try them, you'll love using them.

[Special Ed]

Last white interior I cleaned with boat seat cleaner.

[The Going Thing]

The reason I suggested staying away from those kinds of cleaners is that it winds up staining the stitching.

[CSX 3183]

You allow people with coffee cups in your car!

That's why I suggested Mr Clean sponges. They are non-aggressive and the moisture is easily controlled. They work great for smudges and smears. My white door panels seem to get the brunt of the mess or the passenger seat because of coffee drips.
Try them, you'll love using them.

[The Going Thing]

You allow people with coffee cups in your car!

I am a coffee fiend. No cup holder in my 67 500. I shift and drive with a cup quit often. No female to hold it for me currently. I can only yell at myself if it drips on the white seats. 

That's why I suggested Mr Clean sponges. They are non-aggressive and the moisture is easily controlled. They work great for smudges and smears. My white door panels seem to get the brunt of the mess or the passenger seat because of coffee drips.
Try them, you'll love using them.

[Chris Thauberger]

Mr Clean Magic Erasers.. ( Sponges)

100% agree. Buy one and try it in an inconspicuous area if your not sure. You'll be a believer if you do.

[Bill]

The original MrClean sponges work great, for the really aggressive, age baked stains, I suggest a combination of Simple Green/water at a 30/70 solution with a cloth baby diaper. Diaper should be lightly damp, not soaked. Be patient, work each item, do not clean in the direct sunlight, cool shaded area above 60 degrees will be your friend. When you come to the door panels, be extra gentle, do not put a lot of weight behind your cleaning, or you may crack your arm rests, if they are not already cracked.


Bill S.

[KDunne]

I've had a great luck with a product called Spray Nine.  It is produced in a Marine formula and non Marine formulas.  I've used both

[Bob Gaines]

I've had a great luck with a product called Spray Nine.  It is produced in a Marine formula and non Marine formulas.  I've used both

curious what is the difference between marine and non marine formula? I haven't come across a product labeled that way but I am not into boats like I am cars.

[Bill]

I've had a great luck with a product called Spray Nine.  It is produced in a Marine formula and non Marine formulas.  I've used both

curious what is the difference between marine and non marine formula? I haven't come across a product labeled that way but I am not into boats like I am cars.

The marine version has some additional (slightly more aggressive) additives to deal with aquatic byproducts. While in the northeast, I used both versions quite frequently.

Bill

[ITHERTZ]

+3 on Magic Erasers.