Originally Posted by
Bargegeek
The right side dash panel on my '06 Roadster that houses the glovebox has developed a slightly rubbery/tacky feel to it. I noticed it when I removed the panel to do some stereo work and left fingerprints IN the actual surface that I now can't remove.
The color is medium slate gray, and I believe it is molded in that color (vs. painted) as it is consistent throughout the front, back and edges.
The car is currently winterized. Ever since I originally purchased it new, it has never been stored in direct sunlight for long periods during driving season. So, I can't believe it's UV degradation.
Has anyone else come across this? If so, is there a fix? Thanks for any thoughts.
I believe you will find it painted, it is cheaper to paint moulded parts which are all one color rather than mould in different colours, black in this case.
You will have to repaint it after stripping.
There are threads on the respraying, bluecoupe did a fine article on color matching.