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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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Searched the forum but did not see anything pertinent.

I'm shopping for a car cover, indoor, and looking for recommendations!
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 10:46 AM
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I think California Car Cover has been recommended a lot.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 10:58 AM
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For indoor use I have a premium cotton / flannel cover from Corvette America.


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I went with CoverKing.......Southern Car Parts runs specials here on CF once in awhile. Do a search.

They have several different materials depending on your needs. Here is a link to there info.

http://www.coverking.com/t-customcarcoversp.aspx

And a link to Southerns website http://www.southerncarparts.com/cove...rs-p-3340.html

I have the Stormproof for my '74....mine is in the garage all the time as well and this cover has performed very well for me, I am very satisfied.

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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 12:34 PM
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Whatever your choice, you want C3 specific. The generic, off the shelf, one-size-fits-all covers are not want you want.

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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve~74
I went with CoverKing.......Southern Car Parts runs specials here on CF once in awhile. Do a search.

They have several different materials depending on your needs. Here is a link to there info.

http://www.coverking.com/t-customcarcoversp.aspx

And a link to Southerns website http://www.southerncarparts.com/cove...rs-p-3340.html

I have the Stormproof for my '74....mine is in the garage all the time as well and this cover has performed very well for me, I am very satisfied.

Steve
Thanks the plug.....we have 25% off all covers if you order using this link. All custom fit, no universal stuff...Use the "carcover" coupon code when checking out to apply the discount.

Coverking Car Covers

Thanks,

Jim
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 02:50 PM
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Well, I've been doing this for 30+ years and the best thing I found is bed sheets. Yes I know they aren't as pretty, but they are a heck of a lot easier on your paint. A car cover is a real PIA to wash and when dirty, will scratch your paint. Bed sheets are easily washed and you don't have to drag them over your paint to install them.
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Originally Posted by southerncarparts
Thanks the plug.....we have 25% off all covers if you order using this link. All custom fit, no universal stuff...Use the "carcover" coupon code when checking out to apply the discount.

Coverking Car Covers

Thanks,

Jim
Your very welcome.

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Originally Posted by gq82
For indoor use I have a premium cotton / flannel cover from Corvette America.


That cover looks nice . Does it cover the wheels all the way ?
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Originally Posted by garage-ghost
Well, I've been doing this for 30+ years and the best thing I found is bed sheets. Yes I know they aren't as pretty, but they are a heck of a lot easier on your paint. A car cover is a real PIA to wash and when dirty, will scratch your paint. Bed sheets are easily washed and you don't have to drag them over your paint to install them.
I got my sheets at a good will for 6.00 they are more of theme sheets, I have frosty and one with some great local sight seeing spots...
I love them....

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That cover looks nice . Does it cover the wheels all the way ?

Yes it does.
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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 07:22 PM
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I am getting my 71 painted now,have a covered car-port, one side is open to elements, plus entrance is open. What kind of cover would you guys recommend?
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