I read that someone took one in a tanning bed w/them and it worked.
Anyways, I got my speedy 25 on eBay for $245 and its in perfect condition- it just has a nice honey colored patina.
It was my first LV and I wanted to use it as an everyday bag and not be freaking out about water spots, etc, like I would w/a brand new one.
I'm just gonna keep this speedy til the handles get really dark and then buy a brand new one. And I'll keep the old one to use places where it might get dirty- like an amusement park/vacations.