posted 12-10-2002 09:30 PM                  

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Here it is... looks like ...$@#% ..well you konw...

"I had one from the factory installed on my 2002 Porsche. It was a pain to put on and take off, required about 10 holes be drilled in the car in various places (including the dash) and flapped around at speeds above 50.

This design (from the tiny pictures) looks even worse. My vote is no."

"This still would not protect the mirror, etc. in case of rain. I only see it as a protection from sun and prying fingers while parked; otherwise, car cover is quick and covers the entire kat."

"You are correct, this type of cover is not to protect from rain. The cover may not even be waterproof. Most have a zipper so you can leave the passenger seat area covered while driving. Mostly to keep sunlight and dust/debrise from inside a convertible.

Like I said, I recently had one on a Porsche and it was a royal pain. Looked sorta cool but, nowhere near the effort or hassle."

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posted 12-11-2002 02:35 PM                  

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Originally posted by Black Tie 161:
I have a Hefty trash bag that can look the same on the car!

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posted 05-09-2004 09:24 AM                  

Pollen is kind of heavy here in NC this time of year, so if I drive mine to work I don't want pollen all over the interior.

I tried different things, but the best alternative I've found is a lightweight car cover. It stores neatly in the trunk and I can lay it on the hood, roll it out and walk away in less than a minute. This cover reflects the sun and is waterproof. It was pricey (approx. $400), but works great as a travel cover also. I got it from a foreign car parts/service shop locally. I don't remember the name of the manufacturer, but I can look it up if you or anyone else is interested.

posted 05-10-2004 11:06 AM                  

Also the cover protects the whole car and not just the interior.

I'm a tall guy and I find it a little hard getting in & out with the top up, so 90% of the time the top is down. If it rains or if I'm traveling I put the top up, but other than then it stays down. I use the cover when it's pollen season, when I park it in the garage (dust) or when I travel (morning dew, bird droppings, tree sap, etc.). I think I save a lot of detailing time by using the cover also.

I guess everyone has their own system depending on their their lifestyle or use of their kat, but this seems to work for me.

posted 05-11-2004 07:41 AM                  

Works great! And quick to put on and off.