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markdotreed



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Outdoor covers

I'm considering an outdoor cover for my SC as I'm away 4 or 5 weeks at a time. Any recommendations?
I'm thinking of one form these....... http://specialisedcovers-px.rtrk.co.uk/ Regards
Mark

2009 D4; 1993 Classic 3.9 VSE

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ebajema



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I think a good quality cover would work. Just make sure the car is clean and dry when it goes in, otherwise the trapped moisture and dirt can actually do a bit of damage. Also the cover should be very tight so the wind can't take if of nor can the buffeting damage the car (in combination with dust it can do quite a bit of damage apparently). MY 2010 5.0 SC Galway green and sand interior!!
Have the Faultmate MSV2 Extreme to be tinkering with the settings etc. !!

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Bellini



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We have a soft breathable outside cover for our E55. The advantage of that is that it can be covered when wet (but clean) and still dry. It has clasps that run at the front, middle and rear so it won't blow away and it's reasonably thin enough to roll or fold away when not being used.

We've had it for two years with no problems whatsoever and it gets used year-round.

I can't recall the company, but this one might be the one...

http://www.classicadditions.com/car-covers...overs.html Si. <This is my name.

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markdotreed



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I've ordered one so will stick some pictures up when it arrives. Regards
Mark

2009 D4; 1993 Classic 3.9 VSE

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Cam-Tech-Craig



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Please do i will be very interested Thumbs Up And a cost please Bow down

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markdotreed



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£334 so not cheap, but it's taylored... we'll see. pics to follow Regards
Mark

2009 D4; 1993 Classic 3.9 VSE

Post #212442 26th Sep 2013 12:42pm
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markdotreed



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OK. Covers arrived, FF was duly cleaned and here are the pics. (excuse the Ipad quality)

Cover is Boxed and delivered by courier. Takes about a month from ordering.

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Cover is in it's own bag inside the box

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The cover is heavy and to be honest it's not the easiest thing to put on the car on a windy day

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A Snug Fit

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A good think material with a soft liner and strong straps that loop under to secure.

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It looks a lot bigger on the Classic though.
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Overall, I think it's a good cover and worth the premium. It's absolutely lashing down here now and the water is beading off nicely. Regards
Mark

2009 D4; 1993 Classic 3.9 VSE

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Cam-Tech-Craig



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Mark, your a gent sir Bow down I presume yours is an outdoor cover?

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Bellini



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Looks good, Mark. Thumbs Up

I don't think the price unreasonable as it'll save you the cost (and time) of quite a few valet / detail sessions if left uncovered. Si. <This is my name.

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Prop



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Mark, it would seem to be perfect for those long trips away and will certainly be of benefit. The quality of the cover in the pictures seems very good so all in all I reckon the price is well worth it.

Out of curiosity do you know the weight of the cover, it looks pretty substantial, but pictures never give that level of detail.

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markdotreed



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There's nothing in the paperwork giving the weight but the courier box states 15kg. I would have guessed at 10 anyway.
It's really a two person job getting it on though, especially on a windy day. Regards
Mark

2009 D4; 1993 Classic 3.9 VSE

Post #216043 12th Oct 2013 11:46am
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