Best air freshener?

AustinMsport · 02-10-2017, 11:24 AM

I know, I know smell is subjective. Looking for opinions on the best air fresheners. I'm interested in a more professional, adult type smell vs. gas station coconut tree.

Several years ago I purchased a used 335D from the local BMW dealer and it had a fantastic smell inside. Almost cologne like but not as overpowering or over-the-top as a true cologne. Best smelling car I've over owned and it lasted the year I had the car. First thing everyone said was "your car smells great!". I even asked the dealer (who acknowledged it was a great smell) but they didn't know; must have been previous owner.

I realize it could have been the leather treatment.

Anyways, just looking for suggestions. Oh and it wasn't the "squash" smell either. I had one of those years ago. An authentic one from Japan back in my Integra days. Not looking for that type of smell either. Those things would only last like a week in the hot sun.

evdok · 02-10-2017, 11:27 AM

The black magic tree smells great but doesn't last.

R3dliner · 02-10-2017, 11:39 AM

air spencer squash is the best ever. The Japs do it right. I know theres a lot of squash scents but this one is really good. These last a good month or two
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

tree frog squash is not bad either but don't last

ShocknAwe · 02-10-2017, 11:41 AM

Use a good leather treatment and carpet cleaner and your car will smell good, but also like a car. It's not supposed to smell like a feckin pineapple in there.

Also: don't smoke in your car and take regular showers.

BEM-S4 · 02-10-2017, 12:34 PM

Ozium is an air sanitizer doesn't smell like anything after a day. Get the black one.

TXSTYLE · 02-10-2017, 12:44 PM

JDM Squash.... PERIOD end of discussion.

vividracing · 02-10-2017, 12:50 PM

Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash!!

TXSTYLE · 02-10-2017, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

JDM Squash.... PERIOD end of discussion.

Specifically this one: http://www.amazon.com/Treefrog-Fresh...eywords=squash

N 5 4 · 02-10-2017, 01:02 PM

Squash

R3dliner · 02-10-2017, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Specifically this one: http://www.amazon.com/Treefrog-Fresh...eywords=squash

I tried this one and thought the air spencer one smelled better. Subjective I guess

vividracing · 02-10-2017, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by R3dliner

I tried this one and thought the air spencer one smelled better. Subjective I guess

I agree

gramboda · 02-10-2017, 02:13 PM

So weird that I have never even heard of Squash. I will have to look into that more. My two cents....I love the smell of Pinnacle Leather Treatment! That is my go to. I have never used but understand that a lot of people like Chemical Guys air fresheners. Specifically Stripper Scent.

R3dliner · 02-10-2017, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gramboda

So weird that I have never even heard of Squash. I will have to look into that more. My two cents....I love the smell of Pinnacle Leather Treatment! That is my go to. I have never used but understand that a lot of people like Chemical Guys air fresheners. Specifically Stripper Scent.

Unless you've been a JDM fan boy at some point of your life you won't have any idea of it.

Germanauto · 02-11-2017, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by R3dliner

Unless you've been a JDM fan boy at some point of your life you won't have any idea of it.

Not true, some Lexus dealers sell them. Lexus doesn't cater to the rice crowd.

Haywood · 02-11-2017, 09:25 PM

I spray my whole car with Drakkar Noir. I get more pussy than a toilet seat.

08njSTEP · 02-11-2017, 09:30 PM

I prefer burning rubber scent. Kinda pricey but lasts a long time. Really need to smoke up the interior to get the best effect.

02-10-2017, 11:24 AM	#1
AustinMsport Private First Class 20 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 2011 X5D Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Wilmington, NC iTrader: (0)	Best air freshener? I know, I know smell is subjective. Looking for opinions on the best air fresheners. I'm interested in a more professional, adult type smell vs. gas station coconut tree. Several years ago I purchased a used 335D from the local BMW dealer and it had a fantastic smell inside. Almost cologne like but not as overpowering or over-the-top as a true cologne. Best smelling car I've over owned and it lasted the year I had the car. First thing everyone said was "your car smells great!". I even asked the dealer (who acknowledged it was a great smell) but they didn't know; must have been previous owner. I realize it could have been the leather treatment. Anyways, just looking for suggestions. Oh and it wasn't the "squash" smell either. I had one of those years ago. An authentic one from Japan back in my Integra days. Not looking for that type of smell either. Those things would only last like a week in the hot sun. __________________ 2011 X5D Previous: 08 E92 M3, 11 335D, 11 328i
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R3dliner Lieutenant Colonel 991 Rep 1,929 Posts Drives: 18 M3 6MT Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NYC iTrader: (5)	air spencer squash is the best ever. The Japs do it right. I know theres a lot of squash scents but this one is really good. These last a good month or two https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 tree frog squash is not bad either but don't last
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ShocknAwe 1Addict 3697 Rep 8,218 Posts Drives: E82 1er, M57 X5, 964 C4 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Charleston iTrader: (22)	Use a good leather treatment and carpet cleaner and your car will smell good, but also like a car. It's not supposed to smell like a feckin pineapple in there. Also: don't smoke in your car and take regular showers. __________________ 2010 E82 1 Series M Clone Hydra Performance augmented OEM+
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BEM-S4 Major General 4549 Rep 8,942 Posts Drives: Dinan M235, Dinan Sport Wagon Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (5)	Ozium is an air sanitizer doesn't smell like anything after a day. Get the black one. __________________ 2022 Macan S 2016 F31 328i xDrive Sport Wagon 2006 E46 330ci ZHP Convertible
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TXSTYLE "Salud" 15599 Rep 5,025 Posts Drives: M8 Gran Coupe Comp & X5M Comp Join Date: May 2013 Location: The Burbs - N TX iTrader: (0)	JDM Squash.... PERIOD end of discussion. __________________
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vividracing 710 Rep 6,854 Posts Drives: E90 M3, F30 335i, F80 M3 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Arizona iTrader: (14)	Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash Squash!!
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N 5 4 Turbonator 27 Rep 260 Posts Drives: E92 335iS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Bay Area, Ca iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 335iS [8.00]	Squash __________________ (<OO\ (III] [III) /OO>)
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gramboda Second Lieutenant 169 Rep 283 Posts Drives: Murdered X4 M40i Join Date: May 2012 Location: NE WI iTrader: (1)	So weird that I have never even heard of Squash. I will have to look into that more. My two cents....I love the smell of Pinnacle Leather Treatment! That is my go to. I have never used but understand that a lot of people like Chemical Guys air fresheners. Specifically Stripper Scent.
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08njSTEP Captain 795 Rep 762 Posts Drives: '07 335i, '66 SS396 Chevelle Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Manchester, NH iTrader: (0)	I prefer burning rubber scent. Kinda pricey but lasts a long time. Really need to smoke up the interior to get the best effect.
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