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Bagspacked

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Car weather cover
« on: May 15, 2021, 18:08:21 »
Hi
Can anyone recommend what to look for in a car cover for a 280sl. Based in ireland east coast so when it isn’t inside a garage want to make sure I use the right cover to protect from the elements.

lreppond

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Re: Car weather cover
« Reply #1 on: May 15, 2021, 19:17:55 »
Find something that’s waterproof but breathable.  Covers are great to block the damaging UV rays but unless they breathe they’ll hold in moisture which can cause all sorts of problems.  Be sure to ask if the seams have been waterproofed.  Additionally if you have a RHD drive car or double mirrors, be sure the cover can accommodate the mirrors. 

I’d like others to chime in but I’d be concerned about leaving the convertible top folded up for extended periods of time due to moisture considerations.  Dublin is a far more wet environment than California so I’d be sure to air the cars softtop and trunk area on any day when the weathers good.  The last thing you want is the creation of more issues. 
~Len

1971 280 SL
576G red/251 Beige
4 speed manual
Family owned since new (father —> son)

JamesL

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Re: Car weather cover
« Reply #2 on: May 15, 2021, 19:40:37 »
I had a Covercraft Noah on my old SLK and 964 (now sold)
Worked well for occasional/short term use.
964 went years ago to a neighbour who still uses it, pretty much half the year
James L
Oct69 RHD 280 in DB906 with cognac leather