[JakiChan]

My car lives in the garage, but I'm still thinking about getting a cover. (For example, I'm getting a new roof installed next week and I hear that's a super dirty process.

The indoor cover looks very snug and pretty thin, so it's mostly suited for keeping dust off. The outdoor cover looks much heaver and versatile - it will of course work indoors but if I ever had to put the car outdoors for some reason it would work for that too.

Any other reasons to pick one over the other?

 

[RussellHodgson]

I'd et the indoor cover if the car is stored indoors.


But I definitely would move the car outdoors while the roof is replaced!

 

[don]

I had loan of a OEM Porsche indoor cover and it fits like a glove and rolls up nice and small.

I now have a custom fit Covercraft Evolution Block-it. Fit is very nice but it is quite bulky when rolled up and will take up much of the frunk.

However, it is water resistant and offers some ding protection with a bit more thickness. I used one indoor on my old car for that reason as inevitably people are more likely to knock your car with the cover on as they don't notice it as much.

Here is a comparison of the different Covercraft Covers:

https://www.covercraft.com/us/en/covercrafter

 

[JR718]

Indoor would seem right... maybe one that allows for some 'minimal' outdoor use. My brother-in-law had pointed me to California Car Cover Co. some time ago. I had purchased a "Dustop" custom indoor cover for my 986 and also bought one last year for my 982. Really good fit but not too tight that you have lots of tugging to get it to fit. According to their site they are "Recommended for indoor use only, with only slight outdoor exposure." Personally have never used it outdoors.



https://www.calcarcover.com/product/dustop-car-cover/3931

 

[ArchiProf]

I had a Covercraft Noah cover for my E92 BWM and used it maybe three times. It was really bulky. I have thought about an indoor cover for my Cayman but have read conflicting reports on here relative to scratches and since the car is black, I am a bit nervous to try it.


As far as the roofing job, it definitely can be a mess especially in an older structure. Also, even if they use a magnetic nail sweeper (which they should), be careful and check the area before moving your car.

 

[mksz51]

I'd never install any cover unless the car had just been washed and had not been driven. Dust is abrasive and it will damage paint over time; putting a cover over paint with dust in between is not a good idea IMO.

 

[Treemagnet]

I'd never install any cover unless the car had just been washed and had not been driven. Dust is abrasive and it will damage paint over time; putting a cover over paint with dust in between is not a good idea IMO.

Concur with @mksz51. Installing a cover over dust or road grime is a recipe for disaster. Thus, no Dustop cover until the car has been cleaned and only inside the garage (prevents potential "chafing").

 

[subculture]

Hi all,
wanted to share this. I brought a non-Oem cover at a fraction of the price and was/am so pleased with it.
fits perfectly and does what I need it to do.

 

[RobertM]

Hi all,
wanted to share this. I brought a non-Oem cover at a fraction of the price and was/am so pleased with it.
fits perfectly and does what I need it to do.

What brand and/or where did you source it from? Looks great and seems to fit well.

 

[subculture]

What brand and/or where did you source it from? Looks great and seems to fit well.

Cosmos - Indoor Car Cover compatible with main Coupé models, Elastic, Breathable and Dustproof Fabric, Soft Lining, Snug Fit, Blue : Amazon.co.uk: Automotive

Cosmos - Indoor Car Cover compatible with main Coupé models, Elastic, Breathable and Dustproof Fabric, Soft Lining, Snug Fit, Blue : Amazon.co.uk: Automotive

www.amazon.co.uk

Size "M" for our cars for the perfect fit. The Red version would look nice on yours I reckon

 

[Boxster Annie]

I have the outdoor Porsche cover. Nice fit and storage bag.

 

[Barryng]

Why not just spend a few dollars and have PPF and ceramic coating installed? I am sure that would cost much more than covers but it will do an excellent job of protecting the car and especially avoid the hassle and inconvenience of putting on, taking off, and storing the cover. It will also prevent the the inevitable scratches, IMO, that the cover will induce as discussed above.

 

[Boxster Annie]

Most owners already have the ceramic coating and ppf. Covers are generally used for long term storage to keep dust and fly specs and other contaminants off the paint and convertible top. Who would be dumb enough to cover a dirty car?

 

[Hal H]

I have outdoor covers - just ordered a 5 layer Covercraft outdoor version - when I drive to work and car is clean and weather is clear - I'll cover it.

I'll have 3M window film for UV / IR protection for the interior, but also protection for all the exterior rubber weather stripping etc

If I were storing for a longer term in my garage at home, it does the job just fine of keeping dust off of it

- opening and closing the garage door (especially on windy days) - dust will blow around and the "clean" cars get a layer of dust on them just from that action

 

[Barryng]

Who would be dumb enough to cover a dirty car?

I don't think the concern is covering an obviously dirty car but for the natural dust etc. that accumulates immediately after washing it and will indeed cause swirls and small scratches on a paint surface.

 

[Boxster Annie]

The car should be cleaned and immediately covered. I, too, would not repeatedly install and remove a cover. You are correct. That would promote scratches. But for storing for 3 or 4 months, a cleaned car covered will be better than leaving it uncovered.

Mine was thoroughly washed, allowed to dry a couple of days, then spritz waxed with the ceramic coating mfg detailing spray. I inflated the tires to 40 psi, parked on HD foam mats, numerous dryer sheets placed in and around, cups plugging exhaust, charger plugged in, and then covered. It will remain there until spring. I monitor it daily for any issues. Traps are set for varmints. Did good last year.