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I have cross-posted this in the MX5 forum, but hoping for a bit more response here.
I bought a Mk2 MX5 at the weekend, in absolutely *mint* condition in every way. Snag is, I don't currently have access to a garage, although the car is parked off the street. I was looking at outdoor car covers, but opinion seems to be mixed, so to err on the side of caution, I reckon a cover that doesn't actually touch the car would be the way to go.
Trouble is, I'm drawing a blank. I can find plenty perambulator garages, carports etc but I can't find any covers that do not touch the car.
The idea I have in my head is a car cover, but with some kind of framework that keeps the material off the surface of the car.
Any ideas?
I bought a Mk2 MX5 at the weekend, in absolutely *mint* condition in every way. Snag is, I don't currently have access to a garage, although the car is parked off the street. I was looking at outdoor car covers, but opinion seems to be mixed, so to err on the side of caution, I reckon a cover that doesn't actually touch the car would be the way to go.
Trouble is, I'm drawing a blank. I can find plenty perambulator garages, carports etc but I can't find any covers that do not touch the car.
The idea I have in my head is a car cover, but with some kind of framework that keeps the material off the surface of the car.
Any ideas?
Good covers don't really scratch if they fit and you put them on a clean car.
Otherwise (but they look silly):
http://www.carcoon.co.uk/carcoon.htm#outdoorcarcoo...
http://www.cswshopping.co.uk/documents/price_list_...
Otherwise (but they look silly):
http://www.carcoon.co.uk/carcoon.htm#outdoorcarcoo...
http://www.cswshopping.co.uk/documents/price_list_...
To be clear, it's not the scratching issue - I would ensure I got such a cover that wouldn't scratch if that was the case.
No, in my research I have came across various people saying that car covers cause condensation to build up, and cause bubbling etc on the paintwork - THAT's what I'm worried about.
No, in my research I have came across various people saying that car covers cause condensation to build up, and cause bubbling etc on the paintwork - THAT's what I'm worried about.
E31Shrew said:
Fantastic company, I've bought 3 covers from them now.http://www.cartents.co.uk/
First result for car tents on google. Is that what you're looking for? (Had no idea they existed either).
First result for car tents on google. Is that what you're looking for? (Had no idea they existed either).
I have used covers for 10 years, never had an issue. buy good ones. don't buy from high street. i sue these http://www.hamiltonclassic.co.uk/acatalog/CarCover... you will get condensation, but it will soon dry.
ApexJimi said:
To be clear, it's not the scratching issue - I would ensure I got such a cover that wouldn't scratch if that was the case.
No, in my research I have came across various people saying that car covers cause condensation to build up, and cause bubbling etc on the paintwork - THAT's what I'm worried about.
From what i understand this would only happen if the cover were left on for weeks at a time. I bought mine to prevent bubbling in winter, so far so good (touch wood), but i drive mine everyday so never under cover for long.No, in my research I have came across various people saying that car covers cause condensation to build up, and cause bubbling etc on the paintwork - THAT's what I'm worried about.
Some years ago, in the days when I owned a TVR, I had an indoor (Sahara) and outdoor (Monsoon) cover from these people. I can highly recommend them.
http://www.cover-zone.com/
As they didn't supply covers for the Chimaera at the time I wanted one, they actually used my car to cut the pattern.
I'm buying a 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet next weekend (just in time for the Goodwood Breakfast Club meeting), for which I intend to buy one of Cover-Zone's new Stormforce outdoor covers.
http://www.cover-zone.com/
As they didn't supply covers for the Chimaera at the time I wanted one, they actually used my car to cut the pattern.
I'm buying a 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet next weekend (just in time for the Goodwood Breakfast Club meeting), for which I intend to buy one of Cover-Zone's new Stormforce outdoor covers.
What are you trying to achieve with the car cover? Modern paint should be able to cope with winter and summer without difficulty so long as not parked under dripping or bird-infested trees. Regular wash and occasional polish should be enough.
Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
It sounds like a few of you are after one of these 
http://www.carcoon.co.uk/profile.htm
http://www.carcoon.co.uk/profile.htm
Edited by sherman on Sunday 20th September 01:41
TVR Moneypit said:
Ozzie Osmond said:
What are you trying to achieve with the car cover? Modern paint should be able to cope with winter and summer without difficulty so long as not parked under dripping or bird-infested trees. Regular wash and occasional polish should be enough.
Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
The car is in long term storage untill I have saved the £30k or so needed to get it sorted, (this could take some time).Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
I'd like something that is going to offer a little more protection than the dust sheet it has on it at the moment.
What needs done for it to cost 30k?!
TVR Moneypit said:
ApexJimi said:
TVR Moneypit said:
Ozzie Osmond said:
What are you trying to achieve with the car cover? Modern paint should be able to cope with winter and summer without difficulty so long as not parked under dripping or bird-infested trees. Regular wash and occasional polish should be enough.
Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
The car is in long term storage untill I have saved the £30k or so needed to get it sorted, (this could take some time).Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
I'd like something that is going to offer a little more protection than the dust sheet it has on it at the moment.
What needs done for it to cost 30k?!
Puts the plans I had for my Chim (about £5 - 7k worth) into perspective.
I assume you are going to keep some of the original car (Like the numberplate
)Paul
TVR Moneypit said:
demon_jako said:
TVR Moneypit said:
ApexJimi said:
TVR Moneypit said:
Ozzie Osmond said:
What are you trying to achieve with the car cover? Modern paint should be able to cope with winter and summer without difficulty so long as not parked under dripping or bird-infested trees. Regular wash and occasional polish should be enough.
Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
The car is in long term storage untill I have saved the £30k or so needed to get it sorted, (this could take some time).Car cover will interfere with natural ventilation and be a PITA when you want to use the car. I'd avoid.
I'd like something that is going to offer a little more protection than the dust sheet it has on it at the moment.
What needs done for it to cost 30k?!
Puts the plans I had for my Chim (about £5 - 7k worth) into perspective.
I assume you are going to keep some of the original car (Like the numberplate
)Paul
Chassis and interior already done.
On the shopping list is a Chevy LS producing a reliable 500bhp, TKO600 'box, uprated driveshafts, MK3 Chim nose, spec of suspension and brakes as of yet undecieded.
The cost of the engine and fab & bodywork is likely to take up most of the budget.
Sounds like a great idea
Wonder if I can convince my misses that I need to do
something similar
TonyHetherington said:
E31Shrew said:
Fantastic company, I've bought 3 covers from them now.Good quality...
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