2018 GTI SE (leather) - chemical smell won't go away

[jimlloyd40]

You could always start smoking that will mask the scent of the leather.

 

[Oscar LaVista]

You could always start smoking that will mask the scent of the leather.

Smoking will also make your nose less sensitive, so it's a win-win, LOL.

Seriously though, my non-sensitive nose hasn't noticed anything beyond a brief period of new-car smell.

 

[riceburner]

wish my car still smelled new! Nothing smells better than a new VW

 

[Strange Mud]

I wish OP would give an update (2 yrs ago)

 

[jimlloyd40]

I wish OP would give an update (2 yrs ago)

He passed away from the out gassing of the interior materials.