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Old 10 May 2000, 01:19 PM
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Hello!

Having got the opportunity to store the car "off the road" I would like to purchase a decent waterproof and breathable car cover. Has anyone any experience in this and are they safe for the paintwork etc?

Any websites or prices etc would be appreciated!??

Thanks in advance and happy driving!

Jon.
Old 10 May 2000, 03:57 PM
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The last vehicle I had (an Isuzu) was kept outside under a cover every winter. The cover was made by Wolf Automotive out of a fabric called Sentrek by 3M. I got it from
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I have a cover for my Scooby. Some kind of breathable material. Doesn't harm the paint (and certainly better for the paint than leaving the car exposed to the elements and bird droppings). I bought it from someone on this BBS but I believe it originally came from Graham Goode Racing.
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I used to have one for my 3000GT and it was very useful. Could be put on when the car was wet or dry. Made by a company called Specialist Car Covers in London. Cost about £170 and you got a carry bag and padlock included. I can get the number tomorrow if you are interested.
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Yes please Stuart!
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Hi Mossman,

I got a Demon Tweeks catalogue in Evo today, it has car covers on page 21 - From £101.99

They also do Air Chambers for storing your car in. Prevent rust etc etc. From £450!

Cheers,

Chris.
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Hi Jon

I say go for classic additions. I have some of their covers and had a stand next to them at the motor show. Excellent quality and if you ask for Adrian I'm sure he'll giv a bit of discount.

WoW
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Mossman,

Don't know if these numbers are still current but....

Pete/Tom at Covercraft (where I got mine) 0207 736 3214

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Metex Autocovers
01254 704625

Both companies do custom made covers for your car, both were about the same price, I seem to remember.
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I agree-covercraft are the business. I've got a fully fitted cover for my cossie made from a material thay call Technalon 3 or something. Fully breathable and waterproof. Top quality stuff. Excellent service.

What more can I say.

David
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Covercraft USA have just got back to me with the following prices:-

The Technalon cover costs $157.27 and the Noah cover costs $180.62.
Shipping to the UK is $35.00 to $70.00 depending how fast you want it
delivered. Let me know if you need anything else. Thank you.

BTW Covercraft UK quoted 299.00 pounds for the Noah -
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Lee,

Can you email me with all the details or ring me on 07771 637 652.

I am definetely interested !

Cheers,

Jon.
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