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Old Jan 16, 2011 | 08:35 PM
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Sorry, I really don't know what it's called. I think what is done is to lay out the base of the bubble, drive the car onto the base, pull up the sides and inflate the bubble. Has anyone ever seen what I'm describing? Anyone have first hand experience with this? Know where I can get more info on this product?

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try this

http://www.carcapsule.com/
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They sell them at Corvette Central. Pesonally, I think it's overkill in terms of protecting/preserving your car. I think a good cover and a battery tender should do the trick.
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Old Jan 16, 2011 | 08:42 PM
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They sell them at Corvette Central. Pesonally, I think it's overkill in terms of protecting/preserving your car. I think a good cover and a battery tender should do the trick.
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There was a post on this a few months ago, try a search.
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Originally Posted by MSG C5
They sell them at Corvette Central. Pesonally, I think it's overkill in terms of protecting/preserving your car. I think a good cover and a battery tender should do the trick.
Here's a link to a previous thread on this item:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...ht=Car+Capsule
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Thanks for the info guys! Vetteman Jack, that was an interesting thread. Lots of guys out there with not much to contribute. I guess you just have to consider the source. After all, empty cans do make the most noise!


This "CarCapsule" is similar to the product I'm looking for, although their site only shows a indoor model. I'm looking for an outdoor model. I've sent an RFI to the manufacturer to find out if an outdoor model is available.

Thanks again!
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When I bought that CarCapsule in that related post they had an outdoor version.
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Originally Posted by Jims2001
When I bought that CarCapsule in that related post they had an outdoor version.


Yea. Things change. I just received a response from one of their dealers that the outdoor model has been discontinued. Oh well.
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Yea. Things change. I just received a response from one of their dealers that the outdoor model has been discontinued. Oh well.
That may be a good thing. It may have had issues being outdoors and all. You might not have been happy.

Small metal buildings can be set up easily and don't cost much.... plus your car will be under the shade. I think the sun is the biggest enemy aside from oxygen.
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