BMW car cover

theclay · 08-22-2005, 07:46 PM

Anyone else using the BMW outdoor cover? I have a parking spot under a tree so I bought one but it kind of smears in any loose dust that may be on the car. Should I be worried about damaging the paint with this cover?

Nikki · 08-22-2005, 07:49 PM

I would get one but I just think it's too much of a hassle for me.

bookman2 · 08-22-2005, 07:57 PM

Yes. Be very careful when you put it on and try not to if your car is really dirty. Try to keep any sliding of the cover over your car's surface to a minimum.

leosong11 · 08-22-2005, 08:04 PM

How is the quality of the oem car cover? I'm thinking of getting one..

theclay · 08-22-2005, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by leosong11

How is the quality of the oem car cover? I'm thinking of getting one..

High quality but a bitch to clean.

BMW786 · 08-22-2005, 08:37 PM

Does the OEM cover block UV rays...Is the interior of the car kept cool?

theclay · 08-22-2005, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW786

Does the OEM cover block UV rays...Is the interior of the car kept cool?

Yes it blocks UV rays but if it is hot so is your car. Cooler than without the cover.

BMW786 · 08-23-2005, 08:37 PM

I have a BondTech car cover - it doesn't fit my car all the way, especially at the back but it gets the job done. It's a pain to put on, especially when windy. It's hard when I'm doing it by myself, it tends to touch the ground and get dirty. I'm thinking of getting the BMW OEM car cover because it is custom-fit but still debating.....

poldim · 12-05-2005, 03:50 PM

I just ordered the BMW Car Cover from Circle. Should get it in about 7-10 days....will post pics

ase2dais · 12-05-2005, 03:58 PM

saw a full size car cover once at Costco for $30+ this summer, thought of getting one, since OEMs were $150+.

But, i never did see them again, maybe its a seasonal thing.

Anyway, it may have been an overkill for a garaged car, just a brain fart!

David328M-Sport · 12-05-2005, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by theclay

Anyone else using the BMW outdoor cover? I have a parking spot under a tree so I bought one but it kind of smears in any loose dust that may be on the car. Should I be worried about damaging the paint with this cover?

I suppose this set up may choosing between the lesser of two unfortunates. You either put up with bird droppings, leaves, sap and other annoyances from the tree you park under OR the risk of having the cover leave fine scratch marks.

Is it possible to line the inside of the cover with some very soft, fluffy fabric that wont affect the car? Big job but it may help.

Other options that obviously are not on the agenda for whatever reasons are park eleswhere or trim the tree but I gather that if you didn't mention these, they are not under consideration.

I hope you sort out your dilema soon.

Cheers.

theclay · 12-05-2005, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by David325Australia

Is it possible to line the inside of the cover with some very soft, fluffy fabric that wont affect the car? Big job but it may help.

The OEM cover is designed to breathe, I wouldn't add anything.

BTW, this is an old thread. I have learned not to use the cover when the car is dirty and how to put it on and take it off without dragging it across the car. Helps with the smearing.

David328M-Sport · 12-05-2005, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by theclay

The OEM cover is designed to breathe, I wouldn't add anything.

BTW, this is an old thread. I have learned not to use the cover when the car is dirty and how to put it on and take it off without dragging it across the car. Helps with the smearing.

Glad you sorted you problem out to get the best result that you can. Yes, breathing of the cover and car is important too.

Someone else must have posted recently as this thread was on the first page.

theclay · 12-05-2005, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by David325Australia

Someone else must have posted recently as this thread was on the first page.

It was poldim causing the confusion. Just for that I'm retracting my bid for his Acura on Ebay.

poldim · 12-05-2005, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by theclay

It was poldim causing the confusion. Just for that I'm retracting my bid for his Acura on Ebay.

Not my fault people arent paying attention to the dates....

I was being a good forum used and used the search feature....

:rocks:

I didnt think anyone would reply.......BUT....since they did, whos got the OEM and is it good/bad/worth it?

IDENTITY_MOTORSPORTS · 12-05-2005, 05:16 PM

I have it. i like it alot. Is a paint to get on by yourself, but well worth it.

poldim · 12-05-2005, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by identity

I have it. i like it alot. Is a paint to get on by yourself, but well worth it.

Awesome! I leave the country pretty often for 2 to 4 weeks at a time, so this should come in very handy.

leosong11 · 12-05-2005, 05:27 PM

I have the oem car cover. It is pretty easy to put on / off.. shouldn't take more than 1 minute both ways. I like it a lot because it keeps the car cleaner for longer which mean less car washes. Especially now that it is too cold.

BMW786 · 12-06-2005, 10:05 AM

I was thinking of getting the OEM car cover but I didn't want to spend $130 for a car cover that was going to get dirty anyway. Right now I am using a Bondtech car cover - and it works great! Only 30 bucks and keeps the dust off! Not custom-fit like the OEM cover and probably not as high quality but gets the job done nevertheless. I would recommend it.

hunt55 · 12-06-2005, 09:45 PM

I have one. It is great when it snows. Only minor issue, I put the Zaino wax on my car so the cover really slides and makes it a chore to put on. As long as the car is not dirty, it does not scratch.

poldim · 12-06-2005, 10:30 PM

I'll only be using it when I go away for trips, so I'll just have to wash the car prior to putting it on.

08-22-2005, 07:46 PM	#1
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hunt55 Second Lieutenant 2 Rep 210 Posts Drives: 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	I have one. It is great when it snows. Only minor issue, I put the Zaino wax on my car so the cover really slides and makes it a chore to put on. As long as the car is not dirty, it does not scratch.
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