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Fitted Car Cover #1032799 07/05/2010 19:06 07/05/2010 19:06
M MrT Unregistered
MrT Unregistered M	As I've got to lay my Coupe up for a couple of months can anyone recommend a good fitted car cover, I park my coupe under some trees and I'm getting a bit fed up with every nook and cranny being filled with leaves, twigs, moss, bird sh*t etc Many thanks.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1032940 08/05/2010 01:03 08/05/2010 01:03
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,306 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,306 North Wales	Plenty here for you to look at Cover your car

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Theresa] #1032974 08/05/2010 08:23 08/05/2010 08:23
M MrT Unregistered
MrT Unregistered M	Thanks Theresa

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1033010 08/05/2010 10:38 08/05/2010 10:38
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	Hi Greg here from above website. We will be taking part in the 100 Alfas into N Wales run on 16th in our Integrale and hope to see some of you there. Apparently there is going to be a large Coupe presence so look out for us. Happy to offer anyone from Fiat Coupe Forum 10% ( before vat ) discount via a unique discount code. Also how would be go about advertising on this forum (admin?) If you use COUPESAVE at checkout it will knock off 10% Many thanks. Greg http://www.coveryourcar.co.uk

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1033032 08/05/2010 12:01 08/05/2010 12:01
S Spee Unregistered
Spee Unregistered S	Splendid! Thanks Greg. G

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1033175 08/05/2010 19:10 08/05/2010 19:10
M MrT Unregistered
MrT Unregistered M	Cheers Greg, most appreciated.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1033505 09/05/2010 15:35 09/05/2010 15:35
J Justin_P Unregistered
Justin_P Unregistered J	Hoping these are good because i've just ordered one.......

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1033552 09/05/2010 18:23 09/05/2010 18:23
C circolo Unregistered
circolo Unregistered C	If it's really only a couple of months, maybe even the argos covers would be fine? They're cheaper after all. That said, a long period of time and the sun and elements will rot the cover.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1034607 11/05/2010 15:03 11/05/2010 15:03
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	DONT buy an Argos Cover. Some of our best customers are those who have had bad experiences in the past normally with a cheap cover...

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1034626 11/05/2010 15:46 11/05/2010 15:46
Joined: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,280 West Berks skinflint I need some sleep
skinflint I need some sleep Joined: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,280 West Berks	I had problems with a cheap car cover made of thick grey polythene. Firstly it seemed to seal the moisture in, but the biggest problem was where the polythene was left in contact with the car the paint discoloured leaving white marks. If you have the space a car tent is a really good option.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1034638 11/05/2010 16:01 11/05/2010 16:01
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs B Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003
Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003 Je suis un Coupé B Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs	Greg, Got right through to the card details element of payment but not found anywhere that I can place the discount code. Help.... Bob Gone Audi mad!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Barmybob] #1034641 11/05/2010 16:04 11/05/2010 16:04
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs B Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003
Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003 Je suis un Coupé B Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs	WHOOPS Found it..... And ordered, top of the range Pitty I couldn't strech to fully tailored custom, I quite fancied having a BRG cover Last edited by Barmybob; 11/05/2010 16:13. Reason: Bought one Gone Audi mad!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Barmybob] #1034646 11/05/2010 16:09 11/05/2010 16:09
Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 12,643 Watford MarioCirillo Ex El Presidente
MarioCirillo Ex El Presidente I AM a Coop Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 12,643 Watford	I read that you should go for a cover is microfibre inside as the cheap plastic ones will scratch the paint work everytime you take them off... is this true or a little too much paranoia? Proud Owner of Rosso Speed LE041

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: MarioCirillo] #1034677 11/05/2010 16:54 11/05/2010 16:54
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	Some of the worst covers we have experienced have been from a major uk motor dealer. Apparently they have a sticker on them saying "Do Not Use With A Soft Top" because... when it rains the cover basically is only water resistant and as the water seeps through the cover it brings the waterproofing agent with it, soaks into the soft top and stains it permenantly... their solution? put towels on the car first, yeah right, towel gets wet, then holds moisture againsts the car, nightmare.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1034681 11/05/2010 16:58 11/05/2010 16:58
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	The best are a non woven brushed. If its towel like it holds moisture and the dirt and dust clings to the fibres so over a period of time becomes a dirt magnet. For everyday / frequent use you need a lightweight cover as you arent going to be able to clean and polish your car every time you go out it in or come back from work. Longer Term outdoor storage you need a heavier duty one but as the cover is going to be on the car for longer periods, its important to make sure the car is clean first. The other issue is the fit. If its Small, Medium or Large then it isnt going to fit a coupe well. We have also noticed some sites where it ask you specific details about your car, does a search then comes up with "medium", lots of chancers out there who wont want to know you as soon as you call and tell them the cover doesnt fit. Last edited by gregl; 11/05/2010 17:01.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Barmybob] #1034688 11/05/2010 17:06 11/05/2010 17:06
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	Glad you found the Coupon Code and many thanks for the order, Im sure you will be very happy with it. Comes with a 2 Year guarantee. Takes a day or so for the creases to fall out, ideally needs a good soaking.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1034716 11/05/2010 18:05 11/05/2010 18:05
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs B Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003
Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003 Je suis un Coupé B Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs	Originally Posted By: gregl Takes a day or so for the creases to fall out, ideally needs a good soaking. Sure it won't take too long to get one of those My old cover is rather old and has started to leak. This has resulted in water ingress into the car this winter, from the boot area I think I am going to stick one of those dehumidifiers in the car this winter Gone Audi mad!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Barmybob] #1034876 11/05/2010 22:05 11/05/2010 22:05
Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,581 London MrCooper I need some sleep
MrCooper I need some sleep Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,581 London	If these people are the same as cover zone (and they sell the same products on a very similar website) then I bought one of their most expensive cover - the Stormforce. Did not fit, hard stuff on the inside, "lost" when returned, denied it had been signed for. Practically had to threaten legal action to get my money back - at which point the cover was "found". Hope others have more luck, I certainly did not. Ex Grigio Moon 20VT Plus Ex 350Z Now Aston Martin Vantage

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: MrCooper] #1035550 13/05/2010 12:36 13/05/2010 12:36
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs B Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003
Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003 Je suis un Coupé B Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs	When I receive the cover I will do a complete fitting test with pictures etc. I know that there are a good number of folks on here who want a good fitting cover for their Coupé, hopefully this one will fit the bill Gone Audi mad!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: MrCooper] #1038465 18/05/2010 13:24 18/05/2010 13:24
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	We are NOT Cover Zone Not sure what issues you had with "Cover Zone", If you sent it back for whatever reason and it was "signed for" then why would anyone claim or be able to claim it hadnt arrived? Red Slip signed for by the post office is a non trackable service until it arrives and is signed for. Also outdoor covers have to be non woven, too fluffy on the inside and they become a dirt magnet and hold moisture against the car. As for the fit, other members and coupe owners I have spoke to have a different opinion but thanks for the feedback Greg Last edited by gregl; 18/05/2010 13:32.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1039232 19/05/2010 13:53 19/05/2010 13:53
N Norway20vt Unregistered
Norway20vt Unregistered N	You got mail Gregl Need some nice covers

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1039489 19/05/2010 20:55 19/05/2010 20:55
G gregl Unregistered
gregl Unregistered G	Hi Replied to enquiry, didnt realise you were from the Coupe UK forum sorry with the enquiry asking about shipping to Sweden. The Discount code will apply to any make of car as thats the way Ive set it up. Thanks Greg

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1041462 23/05/2010 22:15 23/05/2010 22:15
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs B Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003
Barmybob Hon Club Member: 003 Je suis un Coupé B Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 8,072 South Cambs	Just fitted the cover to the car, should have done it earlier when there was more light Initial thoughts are the similar to those of Mansilla when he bought the same cover from cover-Zone. The quality is good, it is really light, the mirror pockets are a little out of line (Too rearward) and mine could do with being a little longer at the rear. It only just covers the lower rear end. I shall do a full review with pictures ASAP. Bob Originally Posted By: Mansilla I have bought one of the Stormforce covers from this group buy, and thought I'd stick a review up. I know there have been problems with these in the past, but this didn't put me off too much as the location I'll be using this is very sheltered - my house on one side, neighbours on the other, and garage at the end, so well protected from three sides. The car is looking good (Gratuitous Coupe Shots 1 and 2) and I want to keep it that way. When in 'real' use it would be further up my drive. Cover Zone sent me some samples of fabric, which arrived next day, before I ordered. I bought the Stormforce rather than Voyager as I think the fabric is much better. Voyager is a kind of plastic coated cotton, which I thought was a bit stretchy. The Stormforce feels tougher, but its probably not quite as waterproof, so maybe Voyager would be better in a very exposed location. The first thing I would say is that this is a quality product. A strong case which is plenty big enough to get it back into, straps made of a suitably soft webbing, and little silicon covers for the clips , which are the only hard part that I think might be capable of producing a scratch (unless you get grit in, of course). The seams are triple welded and look like they will last. Fitting is pretty easy, and Mrs. Mansilla was surprised how light the cover is. Photos of it fitted, with the straps on, from the front, back and side. The pockets for the mirrors are a little bit big, which is probably no bad thing, but would also benefit from being moved towards the front of the car by about 6 inches. The fitting at the back and front are both pretty good, but would be a bit better if the mirrors were moved. These are not big things though - overall I'm pretty impressed. Quality: 10/10 Fitting 8/10 I'll post again if I spot any problems. Gone Audi mad!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: Barmybob] #1113630 09/10/2010 19:27 09/10/2010 19:27
M MrT Unregistered
MrT Unregistered M	As I'm still in the process of rebuilding my Coupe I finally took the plunge and ordered my car cover from Cover Your Car to try and hold back a bit of the weather. It took a while to arrive but I've just tried it on and it fits like a glove so should keep it nice and cosy Thanks to Greg at Cover Your Car, I did have a bit of a moan about the long delivery time, but all's well in the end.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1113642 09/10/2010 19:51 09/10/2010 19:51
Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,678 Warwickshire gj88 My life on the forum
gj88 My life on the forum Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,678 Warwickshire	Originally Posted By: MrT As I'm still in the process of rebuilding my Coupe I finally took the plunge and ordered my car cover from Cover Your Car to try and hold back a bit of the weather. It took a while to arrive but I've just tried it on and it fits like a glove so should keep it nice and cosy Thanks to Greg at Cover Your Car, I did have a bit of a moan about the long delivery time, but all's well in the end. What cover did you go for? I'm thinking of getting one. Good/bad points you could point out?

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: gj88] #1113799 10/10/2010 09:38 10/10/2010 09:38
M MrT Unregistered
MrT Unregistered M	I went for this one, the Advan-tex Fit and finish are pretty good, although it hasn't been weather tested yet so I'll have to report back on that.

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1137726 29/11/2010 18:12 29/11/2010 18:12
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,676 Didcot - Oxon RusH My life on the forum
RusH My life on the forum Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,676 Didcot - Oxon	Just ordered mine from CoverYourCar. Arrived within 48 hours. Went for the indoor car cover - can't comment on the fit (as its an X-Mas present) but the presales support was second to none. Coupe now sold!

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: RusH] #1137897 30/11/2010 03:07 30/11/2010 03:07
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,306 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,306 North Wales	Aftersales support will be just as good too

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1201433 13/04/2011 21:25 13/04/2011 21:25
N Nello Unregistered
Nello Unregistered N	All - just reviving this - can anyone who bought from Cover Your Car comment on their covers? Looking at one of their outdoor ones for one of my fleet....

Re: Fitted Car Cover [Re: ] #1201464 13/04/2011 21:58 13/04/2011 21:58
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,676 Didcot - Oxon RusH My life on the forum
RusH My life on the forum Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,676 Didcot - Oxon	Got an indoor one from them. Top class service and next day delivery. Highly recommended from me ! Give them a call or go on live chat- mention this thread and you might get some discount - i did ! Coupe now sold!

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