Leather interiors are expensive and idiosyncratic when it comes to care of them. Wipe all spills immediately as
leather can stain easily. There are products on the market that can provide a protective coating to interior
leather. Ask your car dealer or auto detailer about them. When cleaning leather seating, make sure you use
products specifically designed to clean and nourish leather to stop cracking and fading.
Keeping a clean car pays if you trade it in: Here’s a statistic for you to
consider regarding the value of keeping your vehicle clean. According to a
national study done by the Car Care Council, auto auctions across the country
reported that among typical four-to seven-year-old cars in all categories (which
include sub-compact, compact, full-size, and luxury), an “extra clean” vehicle
may be worth 50 percent more than an identical vehicle in “average” condition.
Now that’s significant.