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Car covers

Are there any that you would recommend?
National Meet - 18-20 July 2025 @ Curborough Sprint Course

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Reply #2 –
Yes please if you have any details that would be great.

Also, interested in outdoor ones.  Just wondering what people’s recommendations where.
National Meet - 18-20 July 2025 @ Curborough Sprint Course

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Reply #6 –
If getting one you need a breathable one so it doesn't sweat underneath.
Also one that has decent tie down straps, one I had previously the wind would catch it and lift it or it would make constance rustling noise.

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Reply #7 –
Thank you :)
National Meet - 18-20 July 2025 @ Curborough Sprint Course

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Reply #8 –
I've got a 'luxury' one from Halfords after I had my paint done, to keep the workshop cats from scratching the paint.
Was about £60, felt lined breathable, works a treat.
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Reply #9 –
If you want a custom fit then these are the ones

https://www.specialisedcovers.com/

When I ordered my outdoor one they needed to know whether it was a big bumper model, it is so closely fitting. Soft lining and breathable/waterproof outer. They do great indoor ones too.

Not cheap.

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Reply #10 –
Quote from: Monkey on
I've got a 'luxury' one from Halfords after I had my paint done, to keep the workshop cats from scratching the paint.
Was about £60, felt lined breathable, works a treat.

I have had 2 of these now and both have allowed water through meaning the felt lining inside and therefore the roof of the car was wet when I took them off? Apparently these are great but I have decided it is best to leave it off than it is to hold water against the car. I definitely made sure the car was bone dry before putting it on so I'm not sure why the 2 that I have had have been useless? 🤔

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Reply #11 –
I've only ever used mine in the workshop, never outside, as every one I've ever seen has been ripped to shreds in a matter of weeks. Not sure the Halfords I have one was marked up as an 'external', can't remember now as it was well over a year ago I bought it.

Still keeps the cats at bay though...
Mk2 Driver
Mk2 Silver 8v
Corrado G60 Turbo
Mk2 Red 8v
Mk2 Grey 16v
Mk2 BBM ABF
Bora 20vt
Mk2 Green VR6
Mk2 Green ABF
Mk2 BBM 20vt
3.2 TT Roadster
Mk2 Red 16v
225 TT Coup
3.2 TT Coup
Mk4 Anniversary
Mk7 Red GTI Performance
Mk2 Red GTI Restoration
Mk2 BBM R32
911 Carrera 4S
 

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Reply #13 –
Thanks for the above I have just purchased my first ever car cover being the storm force one on the above link!!

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Quote from: Ashton0678 on
Quote from: Monkey on
I've got a 'luxury' one from Halfords after I had my paint done, to keep the workshop cats from scratching the paint.
Was about £60, felt lined breathable, works a treat.

I have had 2 of these now and both have allowed water through meaning the felt lining inside and therefore the roof of the car was wet when I took them off? Apparently these are great but I have decided it is best to leave it off than it is to hold water against the car. I definitely made sure the car was bone dry before putting it on so I'm not sure why the 2 that I have had have been useless? 🤔

I had exactly the same issues with 2 halfords one after reading loads of positive reviews. My mate swears by the stormforce ones but ive never used one. Apparently the only exterior car cover you should ever buy according to him 🤷‍♂️