How long does the new car smell last?
08-09-2006, 08:40 PM
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2004 SSM/EB/5AT/Navi/RSB
I think it depends on what you do in it.
Some say mine smells new when they get in. They're surprised to learn it's two years old. I don't allow food in it, I don't smoke, and it's almost always in a garage.
Some say mine smells new when they get in. They're surprised to learn it's two years old. I don't allow food in it, I don't smoke, and it's almost always in a garage.
08-09-2006, 08:52 PM
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08-09-2006, 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by NC Silver
But seriously, the good news is that there are apparently fewer VOCs in newer cars; bad news is that the VOCs are what cause the new car smell. I think my 1988 Integra and '91 Camry smelled new for about 4 years after purchase. I stopped noticing the new car smell in the TL after a couple of months; there is just a faint whiff of car leather now after 16 months or so.
08-09-2006, 10:03 PM
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Mine is six months old, and still has "the smell". 
No smoking, no food, only AC Recirculate (no fresh air via vent). I live in a very humid city, so I don't let outside air enter thru the AC vent.
No smoking, no food, only AC Recirculate (no fresh air via vent). I live in a very humid city, so I don't let outside air enter thru the AC vent.
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For ever.....If you use Zaino leather conditioner regularly
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