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Title: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Friday,May 08, 2020, 10:13:59 AM

Any recommendations for an indoor car cover? Hopefully that would ship to Canada...  :)  I have an old ““car” shaped one that only covers half and pretty much useless.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: BDA on Friday,May 08, 2020, 10:57:25 AM

There used to be a company named MG Mitten that had car covers for Brit sports cars. The Lotus version was called a "Lotus Leotard."

There are some companies that make custom covers. Do a search for "custom car covers". I found this one (https://www.sealskincovers.com/) but there are others.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Lou Drozdowski on Friday,May 08, 2020, 11:30:50 AM

I would recommend...https://hamiltonclassic.co.uk/

They have specific covers for the Europa, very well made and custom colors too!

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: jbcollier on Friday,May 08, 2020, 12:25:30 PM

When ordering specify where your mirrors are.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Friday,May 08, 2020, 12:52:13 PM

Thanks for the suggestions. You guys are great! I guess I need to put the mirrors on.  :FUNNY:

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: BERNIEHUMBER on Friday,May 08, 2020, 01:59:38 PM

HI:
I went to a place that did canvas work (tents, sails).
They made a zipper up canvas(ventilated) bag for the Europa.
I push the car in and out easily.
It works great when you are not a 100% sure there will be no vermin (flying or crawling) around.
A couple hand fulls of moth balls in with it and it's been in the cocoon for a year or two with an occasional outing and no issues.   

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Friday,May 08, 2020, 03:09:34 PM

Thanks a great idea. I would like to “bag” it. I stick stinky dryer sheets in various locations in the car to keep the vermin’s out but would like more protection

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Steve_Lindford on Friday,May 08, 2020, 11:40:58 PM

Isn't it most important that it is breathable?? I have a Covercraft one that came with the car - but haven't used it as I have a few blisters in the paintwork and I'm worried about them getting worse. I just don't think I can trust it...
 

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: surfguitar58 on Saturday,May 09, 2020, 06:09:46 AM

I’ve been very happy with my cover from these guys https://www.carcoverusa.com/coverking-car-covers.php?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIq47bs-ym6QIVlq_ICh31NAJlEAAYASAAEgI1a_D_BwE

Mine is an outdoor cover, but they make all types to order.

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Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Sunday,May 10, 2020, 06:24:23 AM

Thanks! So many options for me now. It’s just at the shop getting the o-rings/pins replaced and mirrors put on this week.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: 1970EuropaGuy on Sunday,May 10, 2020, 09:45:30 AM

I bought a cheap one from Canadian Tire that actually fits very well... except it's designed for a car that's higher than 41 inches!. I'm planning on cutting off the lower 18 inches or so.
https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/certified-car-cover-0412256p.html

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Sunday,May 10, 2020, 09:02:49 PM

That looks pretty good. Thanks!

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Tuesday,May 12, 2020, 10:56:49 AM

For convenience I went with the Canadian Tire one. I went with the medium size.

A bit baggy but I can gently clip it.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: 1970EuropaGuy on Tuesday,May 12, 2020, 08:31:06 PM

Looks good. I'm planning on cutting mine down tomorrow and resewing the elastic.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Pekka on Wednesday,May 13, 2020, 05:56:20 AM

Let me know how that goes. Are you going to re-use the elastic and take out a middle lower section all the way around? I’m quite pleased with the material. It doesn’t feel like paper/cardboard like my old poorly fitted one.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: 1970EuropaGuy on Thursday,May 14, 2020, 07:56:16 AM

I bought new elastic. Mine is about 18 months old and has held up well. I got distracted yesterday and started doing the carpeting in my S2 but hopefully the sewing will happen. I'll post a photo when I'm done.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: dakazman on Thursday,May 14, 2020, 04:35:11 PM

  This is a perfect fit , I can’t say enough.

Motor Trend All Season Complete Waterproof Car Cover Fits up to 157" W/ Lock

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Motor-Trend-All-Season-Complete-Waterproof-Car-Cover-Fits-up-to-157-W-Lock-/121962842187

Dakazman

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: 1970EuropaGuy on Friday,June 05, 2020, 08:02:55 AM

I finally got around to removing close to 18 inches from my Crappy Tire (Canadian Tire) cover. Once the doors are back on it will fit reasonably well.

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: Steve_Lindford on Friday,June 05, 2020, 11:53:16 PM

Remember:

https://lotuselan.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=35768&start=

Title: Re: Indoor car cover S2
Post by: 1970EuropaGuy on Saturday,June 06, 2020, 06:32:41 AM

Quote from: Steve_Lindford on Friday,June 05, 2020, 11:53:16 PM

Remember:

https://lotuselan.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=35768&start=

An interesting read. I use my cover primarily indoors in a well ventilated garage, outdoors if it's dry.