car cover

tvfreakazoid · 10-04-2014, 07:22 PM

Should be getting my new Z later this week or so.
Since I won't have room to garage my ride I am thinking about getting a generic car cover. Something that will hold up pretty good to rain & UV protection.
I was looking through amazon (I have a gift card) and they have some covers that varies in price and brands from $25 and up.. Not looking to spend a but loads cause hopefully sometime in may 2015 I'll move out and have a garage.

Just wondering if you guys have any brands in particular that u guys might b using.

Dirk McGurck · 10-04-2014, 08:15 PM

I have this one.

It works pretty well, but crap can gather underneath it if left covered for too long. I think that's more because the car is under trees, but a little dust is better than sap, leaves, and bird crap.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

cigarclifford · 10-04-2014, 08:50 PM

My 2010 Nismo is at 70,000 miles and daily driven....

When its not in motion the Nismo OEM car cover is always on it....

Pearl White paint looks as good as day one................

GL amigo............

https://conceptzperformance.com/Cart/images/13183l.jpg

tvfreakazoid · 10-05-2014, 05:06 AM

Woah!
Sweet custom cover but not looking to spend that much one.
I was thinking more in the under $100 for sure.
Something generic.
As of now I would use a car cover some what on a daily basis since I don't have room in the garage.
But once I get the room I plan putting in the garage most of the time and use the cover when needed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dirk McGurck

I have this one.

It works pretty well, but crap can gather underneath it if left covered for too long. I think that's more because the car is under trees, but a little dust is better than sap, leaves, and bird crap.

Amazon.com: Covercraft Custom Fit Car Cover for Nissan 370Z (UltraTect Fabric, Blue): Automotive

JDubya · 10-05-2014, 07:55 AM

I'm not sure you're going to find a quality car cover for the price you're looking for. Buying a cheap one can do more harm than good to your car. Note that I said I'm not sure you will find a cheap one; someone on here who knows far more than I do may be able to help you locate one.

What's the Best Car Cover for Your Z?

I'd take a look at that though, just for some reading on what to look for and if its worth it to buy one at all for your specific situation. He recommends covercraft, but they are a bit pricey. If you're in a situation where you really need a car cover though, the price is worth it.

Codename067 · 10-05-2014, 03:05 PM

Ive been wanting one too. I don't like it sitting out under Cali sun.

Crissytal · 10-05-2014, 07:29 PM

I always worry about the cover doing more harm than good. Mine is a daily driver and I cannot wash the car before putting the cover on everyday. I worry about all the grit and grime the car picks up on the highway going to and from work. That would then get ground in to the paint with the car cover (not to mention get embedded in the cover itself). It seems like a disaster for scratches to me. Am I just being paranoid?

Dirk McGurck · 10-05-2014, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crissytal

I always worry about the cover doing more harm than good. Mine is a daily driver and I cannot wash the car before putting the cover on everyday. I worry about all the grit and grime the car picks up on the highway going to and from work. That would then get ground in to the paint with the car cover (not to mention get embedded in the cover itself). It seems like a disaster for scratches to me. Am I just being paranoid?

I'll wipe down the car of obvious crap before putting the cover on. But at this point I'm fine with some swirl marks over huge chunks of paint missing due to bird crap and sap.

scottIN · 10-06-2014, 09:35 AM

An ill fitting cover will beat the crap out of your paint even more than a perfect fit one. Spend the extra money and get the correct one. If it's $100 more, that's less than you would pay to have your car polished out once the generic cover takes it's toll on your paint.

kenchan · 10-06-2014, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tvfreakazoid

Should be getting my new Z later this week or so.
Since I won't have room to garage my ride I am thinking about getting a generic car cover. Something that will hold up pretty good to rain & UV protection.
I was looking through amazon (I have a gift card) and they have some covers that varies in price and brands from $25 and up.. Not looking to spend a but loads cause hopefully sometime in may 2015 I'll move out and have a garage.

Just wondering if you guys have any brands in particular that u guys might b using.

uhhh... you'll want to spend a little more than $25 on a car cover if you care about your car.

cheap ones will actually stick to your paint and transfer this cloudy film when left outside for a long time.

big daddy · 10-06-2014, 01:36 PM

thanks for the info, just ordered one from concept z

cigarclifford · 10-06-2014, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big daddy

thanks for the info, just ordered one from concept z

you will find that the fit and finish are first class...

They made a raised area - pocket for the added Nismo wing...

big daddy · 10-06-2014, 01:53 PM

that's awesome

10-04-2014, 07:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
tvfreakazoid A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: kommie kali Posts: 1,238 Drives: 2015 Audi S5; 6spd. Rep Power: 10324	car cover Should be getting my new Z later this week or so. Since I won't have room to garage my ride I am thinking about getting a generic car cover. Something that will hold up pretty good to rain & UV protection. I was looking through amazon (I have a gift card) and they have some covers that varies in price and brands from $25 and up.. Not looking to spend a but loads cause hopefully sometime in may 2015 I'll move out and have a garage. Just wondering if you guys have any brands in particular that u guys might b using. wissam_kaheel likes this. __________________ Mudders milk

10-04-2014, 08:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dirk McGurck Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 715 Drives: 09 MB 370Z Touring Rep Power: 20	I have this one. It works pretty well, but crap can gather underneath it if left covered for too long. I think that's more because the car is under trees, but a little dust is better than sap, leaves, and bird crap. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 wissam_kaheel likes this. __________________ 2009 370Z Touring with Sport

10-04-2014, 08:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
cigarclifford A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Cali State Hospital Posts: 13,351 Drives: 2017 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 458713	My 2010 Nismo is at 70,000 miles and daily driven.... When its not in motion the Nismo OEM car cover is always on it.... Pearl White paint looks as good as day one................ GL amigo............ https://conceptzperformance.com/Cart/images/13183l.jpg onzedge, grandpawmoses and wissam_kaheel like this. __________________ -Clifford Last edited by cigarclifford; 10-04-2014 at 09:05 PM.

10-05-2014, 03:05 PM	#6 (permalink)
Codename067 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: North Hills, CA Posts: 386 Drives: 370z, R1, 636 Rep Power: 14	Ive been wanting one too. I don't like it sitting out under Cali sun. cigarclifford likes this.

10-05-2014, 07:29 PM	#7 (permalink)
Crissytal Base Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: WNC Posts: 21 Drives: to work Rep Power: 10	I always worry about the cover doing more harm than good. Mine is a daily driver and I cannot wash the car before putting the cover on everyday. I worry about all the grit and grime the car picks up on the highway going to and from work. That would then get ground in to the paint with the car cover (not to mention get embedded in the cover itself). It seems like a disaster for scratches to me. Am I just being paranoid? MagmaRed370z likes this.

10-05-2014, 07:55 AM	#5 (permalink)
JDubya Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southeastern PA Posts: 94 Drives: '14 Mid. Blue 6MT Rep Power: 15	I'm not sure you're going to find a quality car cover for the price you're looking for. Buying a cheap one can do more harm than good to your car. Note that I said I'm not sure you will find a cheap one; someone on here who knows far more than I do may be able to help you locate one. What's the Best Car Cover for Your Z? I'd take a look at that though, just for some reading on what to look for and if its worth it to buy one at all for your specific situation. He recommends covercraft, but they are a bit pricey. If you're in a situation where you really need a car cover though, the price is worth it.

10-06-2014, 09:35 AM	#9 (permalink)
scottIN Track Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: New Castle, Indiana Posts: 764 Drives: '12 370Z Rep Power: 54	An ill fitting cover will beat the crap out of your paint even more than a perfect fit one. Spend the extra money and get the correct one. If it's $100 more, that's less than you would pay to have your car polished out once the generic cover takes it's toll on your paint.

10-06-2014, 01:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
big daddy Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 290 Drives: 2013 Nismo Rep Power: 13	thanks for the info, just ordered one from concept z cigarclifford likes this. __________________ Fast intensions Non-Resonated Test Pipes and TDX CBE w/18" Resonators, Stillen Generation 3 Long Tube CAI, tint, tail light covers, Gramlights 57Xtremes, CS Nismo kit, and several carbon parts. Slowly getting more

10-06-2014, 01:53 PM	#13 (permalink)
big daddy Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 290 Drives: 2013 Nismo Rep Power: 13	that's awesome __________________ Fast intensions Non-Resonated Test Pipes and TDX CBE w/18" Resonators, Stillen Generation 3 Long Tube CAI, tint, tail light covers, Gramlights 57Xtremes, CS Nismo kit, and several carbon parts. Slowly getting more

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