New-car smell is going away

[PhoenixRising]

New-car smell is going away: It's no good for you
By Hans Greimel, Associated Press

TOKYO — Anyone who's pulled away from the dealer's lot in a shiny, new car knows the seductive scent of fresh plastic, paint and upholstery that evokes a rush of pride and consumer satisfaction.

But that unmistakable new-car smell may soon be heading the way of the rumble seat: Recent research linking it to a toxic c o c ktail of harmful chemicals is spurring efforts by Japanese automakers to tone down the fumes.

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So, I will miss that smell, I can say that.

And that makes me think, I miss the smell of fires in fireplaces.
That does not happen much here in South Florida.

Any smells you miss?

[mrbeetlebrain]

The smell of napalm in the morning, it smells like (pause) victory.

[PhoenixRising]

Originally Posted by mrbeetlebrain

The smell of napalm in the morning, it smells like (pause) victory.

Ah, yes...

[kcfoxie]

new car smell can be obtained with a Bissell Little Green Machine and a good 3 hour cleaning session with your seats

[dnyed]

I saw that story about the deadly new car smell on the news last night. I always wondered about that....

The smell I miss? Bonne Bell Lip Smacker, Strawberry flavor.

Whenever I smell this (only strawberry!) instantly I think of Peter Frampton and '55 Chevys.....
There's something about Jergens (original almond scent) hand lotion, too...mmmmmmmmm!

[mentalVdub]

ooooo, smells...
old Volkswagen exhaust
the interior of an old Volkswagen
automotive paint
carburetor cleaner
the dirty streets of England

nuff said!

[BUGINME]

I really hate the new car smell! I like the smell of a clean car, but the new car smell makes me ill. My husband used to get his truck washed where they sprayed "new car" freshener in it. YUCK!

[ASurroca]

I've got to say that I'm a fan of the new car smell, and I'll be sad to see it go. Of course, if it's secretly killing us all, then maybe I won't be that sad to see it go. I still have the wonderful fragrance of my diesel exhaust, though.

[digitalputty]

Originally Posted by dnyed

I saw that story about the deadly new car smell on the news last night. I always wondered about that....

The smell I miss? Bonne Bell Lip Smacker, Strawberry flavor.

That's the kind I use. SERIOUS!

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I miss the smell of ... not sure. Nothing I suppose.
I like the smell of my candle here ... smells like Tazo Chai Creme Frappies from starbucks. But stronger.

[Jillybug]

[QUOTE=dnyed]

The smell I miss? Bonne Bell Lip Smacker, Strawberry flavor.

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That so brings back memories of high school. That and the Vanilla frosting flavor (although I still use that flavor). My new favorite is Dessert Treats flavor in Lollipop. It smells so good, and its tasty also, like a little snack.