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Old 09-10-12, 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Scarletti
I notice they have a $10 rebate offer so that's $65 inc. P&P... not bad :-)
Maybe I am missing something? The only $10 I see potentially discounted is for eBay's "Bill Me Later" program which is basically opening a line of credit with eBay. Not something I want to do.

Let me know if you see some other kind of ten dollar rebate.
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Originally Posted by Idaho430
Maybe I am missing something? The only $10 I see potentially discounted is for eBay's "Bill Me Later" program which is basically opening a line of credit with eBay. Not something I want to do.

Let me know if you see some other kind of ten dollar rebate.
Ah, we don't have that in the UK so I didn't look very closely at it.
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Got mine at Costco for inside storage, Very nice cover fits well and has a felt soft underside. $49

TOXIC
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Originally Posted by toxic
Got mine at Costco for inside storage, Very nice cover fits well and has a felt soft underside. $49

TOXIC
Any concern regard post #7 above?
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I got a fitted one off ebay that was almost $300, Covercraft was the brand. It's an indoor car cover with a soft inside. I made the mistake of using it outdoors once where it was protected from rain, but not wind. The cover scuffed up the paint really bad from the cover flapping on it, not even a power polish could get rid of all of it. Make sure you get the appropriate cover!
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I have used Covercraft custom fit covers for 22 years.
Just get the correct cover for your needs.
I use the Tan Flannel for my SC. Strictly for indoor use.

http://www.covercraft.com/carcovers/...ar_covers.html
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Originally Posted by Idaho430
As per Steve's recommendation above here is the one I am looking at getting:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/280769854751...84.m1423.l2649

Thoughts?
Hi Idaho

As you can see, it's not a perfect fit, but it ticks all the boxes and does the job.
Obviously not as 'pretty' as a custom made one, but it works for me.

One thing to mention, as my car is 'all down' with the air sus, you may find it does not reach the floor at normal ride height!

Best regards
Steve
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Default Car cover?

Did a search but couldn't find anything. Any suggestions on a good outdoor car cover to protect my SC430 from sun and rain? Thanks.
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Try Covercraft
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Default SC430 Car Cover

I may need to put my 2002 SC430 outside for a while. I did a quick search on "car cover" and didn't come up with much -- may be my fault.

Nonetheless, if any one here has any positive experience with a brand they like -- I'd be grateful for your response.

Regards,
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My SC stays in the garage, but I have a 2006 Crossfire ragtop that sits outside all year, and I've had a Covercraft custom fitted cover on it for about three years - outstanding cover. still looks like new. I've also got a couple of their covers for my Harleys - one for over 20 years, and it still looks and works great. I also use their custom sunscreens on all my cars.

I have the Weathershield HP model (they make various types for different purposes - both indoor & outdoor), and the only thing I don't like about it is that it isn't 100% waterproof, but I wanted ultimate sunscreening since the Florida sun is murder on paint -and it's perfect for that. It's lightweight, machine washable, and goes on & off easily (especially if you follow the folding instructions) .

....and they make them to fit the SC430 (actually, they can custom fit any car) : http://www.covercraft.com/carcovers/...ar_covers.html

I've had great luck with them...
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Thanks for the reply. I've looked at WeatherShield -- looks one of the best (and most expensive) -- yet what's the point of buying a great car and then protecting it with junk?!

I'm in Atlanta -- and we also get plenty of sun and rain. I'll want a quality product -- and appreciate you sharing your experience.

-gene
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My Noah by Covercraft has lasted my 6 years. Very pleased with it.
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Originally Posted by mcgene
Thanks for the reply. I've looked at WeatherShield -- looks one of the best (and most expensive) -- yet what's the point of buying a great car and then protecting it with junk?!

I'm in Atlanta -- and we also get plenty of sun and rain. I'll want a quality product -- and appreciate you sharing your experience.

-gene
always go for quality, a cheap cover lasts for three years max!
Old 12-18-14, 04:21 PM
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Has anyone taken a chance on this one on eBay?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180715509272...S:1123&vxp=mtr

The image shown of the 5 layers looks just like those I've seen on other more expensive web sites. Of course, I know it's easy to copy pics/images -- so that's not sufficient evidence that this is a quality cover.

I did ask the seller how much the cover weighs -- about 7 pounds.

Thanks for your thoughts,
-gene


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