Leatherique? Or alternatives?

[jdlc1406]

So, I want to get something for my leather in my '08 200. It's not cracked or anything, but it certainly is a little "stiff". Amazon says Leaterique can't be used on treated leather. Not sure if 200 leather is treated or not.

My question is... It's nearly 6x the cost of other products. Will it really make my leather soft and supple? I have read it slops, messes up paint, doesn't work, etc.. But when used correctly on the correct type of leather, it's the best you can get.

Also, what size bottles do I need? They come in 8oz, 16oz, and 32oz kits.

If there are less expensive alternatives that work just as good, what are they?

 

[ceb]

So, I want to get something for my leather in my '08 200. It's not cracked or anything, but it certainly is a little "stiff". Amazon says Leaterique can't be used on treated leather. Not sure if 200 leather is treated or not.

My question is... It's nearly 6x the cost of other products. Will it really make my leather soft and supple? I have read it slops, messes up paint, doesn't work, etc.. But when used correctly on the correct type of leather, it's the best you can get.

Also, what size bottles do I need? They come in 8oz, 16oz, and 32oz kits.

If there are less expensive alternatives that work just as good, what are they?

Yes, all automotive leather is treated but Leatherique works well on automotive leathers. It is, however, very time consuming to apply (apply, let sit for 8 hours baking in the sun, repeat; and it really is intended for pretty badly damaged leathers.

I have leatherique in my cabinet for really bad leathers but I generally use LeatherMasters for normal to heavily soiled leathers. The Strong cleaner, followed by the conditioner works wonders for most interiors.

I buy Leatherique in large bottles and apply it liberally, park the car in the sun and wipe it down at night. Follow with step 2 and let that sit as well. You'll end up with very clean and conditioned leather.

But here is a photo of results from Leather Masters (not my photo)