That smell...

If there is one thing that is a great conversation starter over the years is the natural smell of my car. It is a smell that every owner of my car, A 2001 Volkswagen Jetta will instantly agree with as they have it in theirs as well. As soon as you mention it there will be laughter followed by a "me too!!!!!". Yes ladies and gentlemen. That smell is that of Crayons.

If you google the phrase "jetta smells like crayons" you'll get a phone book of forums and websites talking about it. Every single person who's ever gotten into my car has noticed the smell within the first few seconds. It is undoubtedly a chemical smell...combinations of plastic, vinyl and synthetic fabric appolstery creating a reminiscent smell of crayola. Car interior designers should conduct focus groups with materials to see what smells they crate.

As an artist it's always been quasi fitting. Tonight my GF and I had Tapas with another couple. When it was uncovered that he too owned a 2001 Jetta, i just had to ask the question....

"Stop me if this is a weird question but...does your car smell like crayons?"

hilarity ensues. friends are made. good times.