Who do you think has the best protectant for use on plastic, rubber, vinyl, etc.? Which brand has the best shine? Which brand lasts the longest? Which brand protects the best?

 

Well, the answer is.......depends.

For the types of protectants you're looking for, it's usually a trade off as far as gloss and protection. I prefer a satin low gloss on the interior, rubber, and so forth.

So, for the best protection possible: 303 Aerospace Protectant, Zaino Z10/Z16, or Vinlyex. Meguiar's is a decent localized choice. I also happen to think they offer the best shine too, which is low gloss, but you can increase the number of apps for higher gloss.

For high gloss, nearly any store bought product, but they don't offer much protection. I'd stick with Meguiar's for store bought, but Eagle1, BlackMagic, etc...are a higher shine. I remember Black Magic from a few years back....definitely shiny but greasy as cooking oil.

 

Sorry for these newbie questions. This car has been sitting beside the house under a cover for the last ten years. The inside is so dusty, the gray dashboard is dark brown. I want to make sure I get the right stuff so I don't mess it up. Thank you!!!