[FaRKle!]

Originally Posted by exo-shell

Thanks for the recommendations. I will look into those cleaning products. I suspect that I have a slightly more sweaty hand than you do. If I cleaned every 7 months, my wheel would not be able to resurrected.

I'm starting to think that I should just avoid the gloves all together and just get a new wheel every two or three years.

I spend a lot of time getting my hands covered in dirt/oil. It's the suede protector spray that makes the difference of all that grime not sticking to the alcantara. I expected to have to do at least once a month wipe downs with a damp cloth even with the spray, but that hasn't been the case.

When I eventually get around to "deep cleaning" the alcantara, I'll do it like my suede shoes and boots. With Saphir's suede shampoo, lots of brushing with a boar bristle brush to revitalize the nap, and a fresh coating of protectant spray.

[Clark_Kent]

It's nearly impossible to find driving gloves that aren't douchey. The idea of driving a vehicle with gloves on when you're not at the track is...interesting.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by Clark_Kent

It's nearly impossible to find driving gloves that aren't douchey. The idea of driving a vehicle with gloves on when you're not at the track is...interesting.

I learned the suede wheel lesson in the 90s when put one on my Civic. They show wear too quickly for a daily driver.
You speak the truth about the gloves though.... It's like the old bicycle-shorts saying where you look like a fool wearing them unless you're arms-reach away from a bicycle. Keep it to the track or have the explanations ready.

[RABAUKE]

Unless you're actually wearing a nomex suit and in a racing car they are all "douchey".......or Raul Julia in Gumball Ralley.

Just my two cents.

[El Conquistador]

This guy in Poland make custom gloves, lots of driving varieties. The reviews are pretty great.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/KucLeather...hopheader-name

[P1]

Since my M Sport steering wheel is looking haggard, I was thinking of replacing it with an alcantara one. Does anyone have a photo of a what an alcantara steering wheel looks like after 2-3 years of usage?

Used by a normal person, by the way. Not one that wears gloves, lol.

[EJT86]

Originally Posted by P1et

Since my M Sport steering wheel is looking haggard, I was thinking of replacing it with an alcantara one. Does anyone have a photo of a what an alcantara steering wheel looks like after 2-3 years of usage?

Used by a normal person, by the way. Not one that wears gloves, lol.

I do t have a picture but I’ve had mine for about 4 years. Daily driver snow and all and the alcantara is fine. I clean it once or twice per year with water and a few drops of dish soap. The only thing that does wear is the stripe but idk maybe it can be re dyed or something

[doogee]

I don't think there are driving gloves that aren't douchey.

Just stay away from those //M ones like the plague.

You could get these so everyone knows you're wearing them:

[turo329]

I have, and wear a pair of BMW driving gloves mostly in the winter. I feel douchey but don't really care. Keeps my wheel clean and feels great. At this point I feel naked not wearing them while driving. I will get some weird looks but that is what my middle finger is for.

[1MOREMOD]

I where nitrile gloves, keeps prints off of things so trunk occupants aren't linked to me

[feuer]

Originally Posted by exo-shell

I keep a box of baby wipes in my car and wipe down my hands every time I drive. I also clean the wheel every week with a brush and some interior cleaner.

[Red Bread]

Originally Posted by P1et

Since my M Sport steering wheel is looking haggard, I was thinking of replacing it with an alcantara one. Does anyone have a photo of a what an alcantara steering wheel looks like after 2-3 years of usage?

Used by a normal person, by the way. Not one that wears gloves, lol.

I just googled 330i ZHP interior and got a bunch of potentially 15 year old shots. I think the 2nd gen CTS V had an optional alcantara package too if you want to peruse images.
[IMG]https://i.pinimg.com/originals/a6/3a...5f41dbb764.jpg[/IMG]

[MalibuBimmer]

I ride horses (English). I buy gloves at my locate saddlery and they look pretty good. I used to use some of those gloves when I had my convertibles on days when it was cold and clear.

[BEM-S4]

Dunhill makes - or at least used to make - excellent driving gloves.

[swagon]

I've also bought driving gloves for the same reason as OP exo-shell

Alcantara on steering wheels wears pretty quickly, especially if someone (me) has got sweaty palms (knees weak, arms heavy, mom's spaghetti). I had to clean the steering wheel every two or three weeks and the car is not even a DD. In the pics below, the steering wheel has not been cleaned in like half a year; it's not as fresh and fuzzy as when freshly cleaned, but still miles better than if I did not wear gloves most of the time.

Dents, Autodromo, Piloti have some classic-looking gloves that don't look douchey at all, IMO. Or here, for inspiration.

Although, I have yet to find classic-style gloves that have the palms covered in suede which would be perfect for Alcantara steering wheels to maximize grip.


In my humble opinion, leather driving gloves can nicely complement a formal/smart/business casual outfit, too. Which is why I went for likely the douchebag option, the BMW ///M gloves... Two more M logos for the poor non-M BMW. Adds 10 hp and 5 street cred. Also probably why I am single.

Ran to the garage and tried to take the most pretentious photos as well, lol. They're very comfy, though. Got my father the second type BMW sell, but they don't fit my hands at all.

[Red Bread]

This thread reminded me of a lady driving a minivan with a yellow rubber kitchen glove on and a cigarette clamped in it. Guess she really didn't want her hubby to smell that she'd been smoking.

[1MOREMOD]

Just let your steering wheel wear and don't resort to being a huge dork

[swagon]

Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

Just let your steering wheel wear

[1MOREMOD]

Yes who cares

[Ex-MINI]

Originally Posted by swagon

Alcantara on steering wheels wears pretty quickly, especially if someone (me) has got sweaty palms (knees weak, arms heavy, mom's spaghetti).

[danniexi]

Originally Posted by swagon

LOL