Outdoor Car COver
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Counting Crows

Original Poster:

26 posts

203 months

Tuesday 26th October 2010
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Hi all,

I've picking up my forst Griff in a week and a bit and i'm on the lookout for an outdoor car cover.

The Monsoon item looks just the ticket ( http://www.carcoverzone.co.uk/monsoon-waterproof-o...), but are there any recommendations any of you can make?

Thanks,
Steve.

BenRelle

1,795 posts

203 months

Tuesday 26th October 2010
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I'm pleased with my auto pyjama one.

http://permabag.com/index.php?locus=http://permaba...

Milky400

1,960 posts

207 months

Tuesday 26th October 2010
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corcoon covers are a better option, will not scratch, search carcoon

BenRelle

1,795 posts

203 months

Tuesday 26th October 2010
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got one of those too.

you have to be very careful getting it off so as not to get dirt on the inside of the cover, because that just transfers itself to your hood. it's also much more of a faff to use than a cover. if you don't use the car that much, maybe it's not a bother, but i found having it in the carcoon put me off using it because of the faff factor..

MPoxon

5,329 posts

202 months

Tuesday 26th October 2010
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Mine lives outside and I use the Leven Hood Cover which I am very happy with.

I was concerned with a full cover potentially damaging the car.

richieboy3008

2,058 posts

212 months

Wednesday 27th October 2010
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MPoxon said:
Mine lives outside and I use the Leven Hood Cover which I am very happy with.

I was concerned with a full cover potentially damaging the car.
Why not use some bin bags sewn together?

Mr MoJo

4,698 posts

245 months

Wednesday 27th October 2010
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I had a Weathershield HP cover thrown in as part of the deal from Fernies when I bought my car.

Fantastic cover.

Counting Crows

Original Poster:

26 posts

203 months

Wednesday 27th October 2010
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Thanks for everyone's feedback so far - much appreciated.

Mr MoJo

4,698 posts

245 months

Thursday 28th October 2010
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Just noticed you're in S Wales Steve. Whereabouts are you ?

Counting Crows

Original Poster:

26 posts

203 months

Thursday 28th October 2010
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I'm in Cardiff. Just checked out your Griff - gorgeous! bow

Do you know anything about the TVR specialist in Roath - Roath Autos?

Mr MoJo

4,698 posts

245 months

Thursday 28th October 2010
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Hi Steve,

Never used Peter at Roath Park Garage, but I believe that many owners in the area do.

Mine is looked after by Stuart at ForzaWest in Chepstow. Can't recommend Stuart enough, excellent service and extremely knowledgable.

I'm in Caerleon so not that far away from you, what colour is your new car ? I'll keep my eyes peeled.

Counting Crows

Original Poster:

26 posts

203 months

Friday 29th October 2010
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Here's the Griff i've bought (Parisian Blue i think the name is?): http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1882163.htm

It's good to know i've got two close options though, Cardiff and Caerleon :-)

I've done quite a bit of research prior to buying, but any tip would be gratefully received...

Edited by Counting Crows on Friday 29th October 14:47

Mr MoJo

4,698 posts

245 months

Saturday 30th October 2010
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Looks lovely smile

Stuart / Forza is in Chepstow, not Caerleon (not that far away but you'll never find him if you start searching in Caerleon wink ).

Look forward to seeing you around thumbup

eta, if you still havn't decided on a car cover, you're quite welcome to have a look at mine some time if thats any help.

Edited by Mr MoJo on Saturday 30th October 09:24

Marto303

162 posts

192 months

Saturday 30th October 2010
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Iv'e just bought a Monsoon cover for my Cerb and I will Highly Recommend it, these are totally water proof and fit very well, Money Well Spent from my point of view.

Davel

8,982 posts

287 months

Saturday 30th October 2010
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Picked up a Stormforce one yesterday and just put it on the Tuscan.

The car's outside, so we'll see.

It does fit very well...

MPoxon

5,329 posts

202 months

Saturday 30th October 2010
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Counting Crows said:
Here's the Griff i've bought (Parisian Blue i think the name is?): http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1882163.htm

It's good to know i've got two close options though, Cardiff and Caerleon :-)

I've done quite a bit of research prior to buying, but any tip would be gratefully received...
Looks like a lovely car fella, bet you are pleased! You'll have to post some pics up!

Counting Crows

Original Poster:

26 posts

203 months

Monday 1st November 2010
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Sorry Mr Mojo - i meant Chepstow!! Doh!

I've gone for a Voyager item as it's fairly well priced and has an under car strap - useful in windy Cardiff Bay!

I looked at a Monsoon too, and that would be my next choice if the Voyager disappoints...

I'll try and get some of my own pictures up on here this coming weekend. I have a funny feeling the next few days will drag while i wait for pick-up day on Thurdsay...