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outside car covers - john williams - 25-08-2023
I have just acquired a Nippy, that will have to sit outside for a couple of months. Any suggestions for a suitable all weather cover, gratefully accepted.
RE: outside car covers - Chris KC - 26-08-2023
Mine is currently living in a 2x3m polytunnel bought on eBay for about £60. This has worked well once I learned that it needs to be firmly anchored to the ground.
RE: outside car covers - john williams - 26-08-2023
Chris, thank you for such a prompt reply. I should have added, the Nippy will have to reside on my front drive. My next door neighbour, or my "home supervisor" would not be happy with a polytunnel!
John
RE: outside car covers - Howard Wright - 26-08-2023
Hi John
My RK has been under one of these for a couple of years, albeit also under our carport.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/303085737908?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=8NDZg6TwQxu&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=RnbMnEf6R8m&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
I have had it over the Special for a short while and it may well be used for that car again soon.
Cheers
Howard
RE: outside car covers - Ivor Hawkins - 26-08-2023
I agree with Howard, when my Seven had to stand outside over winter I bought one of those Smart car covers, it fits well and is completely weatherproof.
RE: outside car covers - Steve kay - 26-08-2023
Smart covers have been recommended on the forum, and seem to fit a Ruby very well. Not sure about a Nippy though.
RE: outside car covers - Mike Costigan - 26-08-2023
I have been quite happy with my Halfords cover, bought about ten years ago at a discount and still going strong, although mostly used indoors as dust cover. Even the Small size is way too big for a Seven and needs extra security when used outdoors, and I suspect any commercially-bought cover will need some extra lashing down for Nippy!
https://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-accessories/car-covers-tarpaulins/halfords-all-seasons-car-cover-s-268798.html?stockInventory=undefined
RE: outside car covers - john williams - 27-08-2023
Thank you everyone for your advice, Smart Car cover ordered.