what should i use for cover

KrazyRushin · #1 (**permalink**) 08-01-2005, 04:17 PM

I have no access to a garage for a while, and am wanting to cover my baby. I don't want to use a car cover because it takes too long to put it on and take it off. I just want a piece of fabric about 10x10 feet that i can toss over the car at night. My question is what kind of material should i use, how much could it cost, and where can i get it? I am obsessive when it comes to swirl marks, so i want to find something that won't scratch the car. Thanks

VenomRS4 · #2 (**permalink**) 08-04-2005, 08:51 PM

I was wondering this too. I was thinking about the one from bavarian Autosport. But I will say...dont get one from walmart...they suck.

hillzz22 · #3 (**permalink**) 08-07-2005, 07:45 PM

I am in a similar situation I suppose (park my car for a few months during the winter season) and decided on the BMW cover you can get at the dealer. It protects the car well as I use it through snow and other such harsh weather. It really goes on and off very quickly if you ask me, and is light and compact when not in use. I suppose it might be a slight nuisance if you were going to have to put it on and off every day, but I'm not sure what kind of "sheet" you can throw over your car that isn't going to blow off with a little wind. I'd recommend just going for the BMW cover, it's one of the best and it's suprisingly inexpensive. If not, maybe try and find a place that sells NOAH type fabric and buy a large quantity.

breden · #4 (**permalink**) 08-11-2005, 06:04 PM

not to jack your thread from you, but a question for those of you with a factory cover for the m3. i have the cover that the 1st owner gave me with the car, but it seems really tight. its the factory bmw cover, but i have a feeling it might be for a 328is or something because it doesnt go all the way over the front spoiler. it covers all of the rear valance easily, and fits around the mirrors, but it seems like it wasnt meant for the M front bumper. feedback anyone...

hillzz22 · #5 (**permalink**) 08-11-2005, 08:05 PM

My BMW cover (from dealer) fits pretty tight as well. Normally I pull it all the way down in the front and it just barely makes it over the rear valence. I actually believe it is the exact same cover that is used for all 3 series including the M series, but someone correct me if I am wrong here. I would guess that you do have the right cover.

breden · #6 (**permalink**) 08-15-2005, 03:28 PM

thanks, at least im not alone then. the fitment IS retarded though!