woytovich Posted March 9, 2012 Share #1 Posted March 9, 2012 I'm finally getting the 17 240 painted and will need a car cover. CoverCraft seems to be "the best" but at $369-ish I thought it might be worth asking about alternatives that do a similar job but that don't cost quite so much. I'm not looking to be penny-wise and pound-foolish but if I can save $100 I would be happy. Initially the car will be outside... soon under a carport. Weather in NY metro area (all 4 seasons, some snow, plenty of sun)Thanks,Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psdenno Posted March 9, 2012 Share #2 Posted March 9, 2012 The CoverCraft poly cotton cover is good. I've used them on my cars for about 30 years. Cost is reasonable.Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oiluj Posted March 11, 2012 Share #3 Posted March 11, 2012 Ask your painter, but I've heard you shouldn't use a cover until the paint is fully cured... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woytovich Posted March 11, 2012 Author Share #4 Posted March 11, 2012 I believe that is true... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26th-Z Posted March 11, 2012 Share #5 Posted March 11, 2012 If you are going to keep your car outside, or even in a carport, then I suggest the more expensive / protective types. The trouble I find with car covers is that they are a pain in the arse when they are wet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirwin Posted March 14, 2012 Share #6 Posted March 14, 2012 California Covers are what I use. They are made to order, cost about $300 for a Z, fit perfectly and are the softest covers on the paint I've ever used. The outdoor covers are higher but look at it this way, what did the paint job cost you and ask yourself, do you want to do it again?Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zKars Posted March 14, 2012 Share #7 Posted March 14, 2012 Pete Brock at BRE sells a nice car cover as well. Listed at $169http://www.bre2.net/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=B&Category_Code=car_covers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbycar32 Posted March 14, 2012 Share #8 Posted March 14, 2012 Ask your painter, but I've heard you shouldn't use a cover until the paint is fully cured...Yup, depending on temp and humidity that paint could be off-gassing for over a month. NYC in the winter, could be longer. Ask your paint guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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