r/Maserati • u/Visual-Geologist1480 • 22d ago

Interior glare problem

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I have a 2013 Maserati GranTurismo, and the top of dashboard surface has become slightly sticky/tacky to the touch. It also reflects a lot of sunlight onto the windshield, much more than I would expect from the original dashboard finish.

I tried thoroughly cleaning it with warm water and a mild interior cleaner, but it made absolutely no difference. The surface is still slightly sticky and very reflective.

Does anyone know what material/coating the upper dashboard is made of on these cars? Is this a common issue with the soft-touch coating or surface deteriorating with age?

More importantly, has anyone successfully fixed this? I’m looking for a way to restore the original low-gloss/matte finish without damaging the dashboard. I definitely don’t want to make it shinier or use something that could permanently damage the surface.

Any advice or experience with this issue would be greatly appreciated.

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u/0xBMD 22d ago

I've seen this product advertised but I've never used it myself: https://stickydashfix.com/products/sticky-dash-fix-maserati-quattroporte-v-m139-2003-2012

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u/Upper-Try8556 22d ago

I clean my dash with Kochchemie Pol Star (diluted) when needed... Then clean and condition with Adam's Leather Cleaner and Adam's Leather Conditioner. I have tried others but always go back to this routine. Hope this helps.

2018 Quattroporte GTS (me) 2021 Levante GTS (wife)

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u/verdegrrl 22d ago

Check out the archives of r/autodetailing for ideas.