New Owner 1996 GTS 9700 miles Dashboard question

[rrich272]

Hi everyone,

I just bought a 1996 GTS. It was one owner with 9700 miles. Overall excellent condition. I just have a question regarding the dashboard. I know these were known for having dashboards with material that scratch easily. This one does have a few marks on it. I was wondering if any of you had any suggestions of what is a good product to use to clean the dash? I don't want to use the wrong product and make it worse. Thank you!

[FrankBarba]

Hi..I can't help you with your question, but congratulations on your purchase of this Viper.
You will Have lots of fun. Don't forget to get in contact with your local club president and join
the VOA

[Bill W]

Try posting your question about the dashboard in the Gen l/Gen ll forum or the Viper Detailing Tricks and Tips forum.

[daveg]

The less you touch a 96 dash the better. Personally I would never put anything on it. How bad are the marks? I would first try to lightly dust with a clean dry Microfiber with again, nothing on it.

[rrich272]

The less you touch a 96 dash the better. Personally I would never put anything on it. How bad are the marks? I would first try to lightly dust with a clean dry Microfiber with again, nothing on it.

Thank you! This helps a lot. The marks look like they tried to use a product on the dash and then saw that it left a mark so they stopped. I will try to dust with a clean microfiber as your suggested. If that doesn't work any other tips? Thanks again.

[daveg]

Thank you! This helps a lot. The marks look like they tried to use a product on the dash and then saw that it left a mark so they stopped. I will try to dust with a clean microfiber as your suggested. If that doesn't work any other tips? Thanks again.

The only thing left would be to use a little water on the microfiber and lightly blot the affected area (don't drag the cloth). if that doesn't work, I would leave it alone to see if in time it naturally disappears.
Hope that helps.

[rrich272]

The only thing left would be to use a little water on the microfiber and lightly blot the affected area (don't drag the cloth). if that doesn't work, I would leave it alone to see if in time it naturally disappears.
Hope that helps.

Thank you this definitely helps. The car got picked up yesterday so I hope to have it delivered to me tomorrow. I will try these tips and then if those don't work I will just leave it alone. I appreciate all of your feedback!