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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 10:17 AM
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I will be purchasing a car cover for the winter. My car will be in the garage, I just wanted the cover as a precaution.

To the guys who have used covers before, what's your opinion on MB covers versus aftermarket? If you do use an aftermarket cover, please share some details. Thanks
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 12:16 PM
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what do you drive in the winter?
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 12:22 PM
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what do you drive in the winter?
I have on 08 Jeep Patriot, but I'm thinking of getting another MB to use as my DD.
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 02:49 PM
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dynomtie are ur wheels gunmetal?
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 02:52 PM
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So why did you buy winter tires and rims?
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 02:53 PM
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dynomtie are ur wheels gunmetal?
Machined face w/ gunmetal inserts.
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Clkboi
So why did you buy winter tires and rims?
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Clkboi
So why did you buy winter tires and rims?
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lol, The car won't be garaged for the entire winter, I would like to have the option of taking it out and not have the ride feel like crap. The summer tires that I have on now are HORRIBLE in the cold. It feels like I'm driving on rocks.

I also wanted an excuse to get the F14s.
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 06:40 PM
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I use the MB cover and it is a nice product compared to some non-MB covers I have seen in the past. I didn't shop around since I bought it at the same time as the car when new.
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 09:51 PM
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I will probably end up going with the MB cover. Thanks.
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 09:53 PM
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Old Nov 24, 2010 | 10:23 PM
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What kind of other Benz you thinking about?...

Maybe a C36/C43...Not sure
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 02:15 AM
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Wes - I will bet that I am WAY older than u, but even 20 years ago - covercraft technalon was really, really good for outside storage:

http://www.covercraft.com/technalon.htm

Cotton covers worked very nicely on my old 930 turbo which was stored inside...

Drop a PM if any questions. Cheers.
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 05:09 AM
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[quote=billyhead1;4369189]...covercraft technalon was really, really good for outside storage:

http://www.covercraft.com/technalon.htm
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+1. I believe thats what my Z34 is sleeping under in Canada, I have inside storage but have always used a cover. I'm getting one for my CLK this weekend when I get back to Dubai as well (the car sits 5-6 days a week while I travel).
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 05:15 AM
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Originally Posted by billyhead1
Wes - I will bet that I am WAY older than u, but even 20 years ago - covercraft technalon was really, really good for outside storage:

http://www.covercraft.com/technalon.htm

Cotton covers worked very nicely on my old 930 turbo which was stored inside...

Drop a PM if any questions. Cheers.
Thanks, that looks like some good stuff. Impact absorption was one of my main concerns. Last thing I need is my girl scratching/denting the car while doing something in the garage.

Any pics of the 930?

Originally Posted by Kevwood

+1. I believe thats what my Z34 is sleeping under in Canada, I have inside storage but have always used a cover. I'm getting one for my CLK this weekend when I get back to Dubai as well (the car sits 5-6 days a week while I travel).
That confirms it, I will be making my order today. Thanks and Happy Turkey Day to both you guys!
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 06:41 AM
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 08:13 AM
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Just put in my order for a Block-It® Evolution Series / Technalon® through Summit Racing. Thanks again guys.
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 02:00 PM
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Man do I ever miss online ordering & quick delivery! Good you're all fixed up!
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Old Nov 25, 2010 | 02:59 PM
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Man do I ever miss online ordering & quick delivery! Good you're all fixed up!
It's very convenient. Summit always has fast delivery, I should have it by Monday or Tuesday.
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Old Nov 26, 2010 | 05:07 AM
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That's awesome. I'm going shopping for one tomorrow.
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Are you storing the car inside or outside. If inside, I would use one of the flannel covers. If outside I would use one of the weatherproof ones that you get from Covercraft. I have a Weathershield HP that I used for outside and it keeps out everything including UV rays. If your interested, please PM me. I sold the CLK and don't need it.
Also, if the car is outside you want to put something in or around it to keep away the critters. I use stuff called STORE IT RIGHT on my SL and my Corvette and so far no mice.
Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Barry O
Are you storing the car inside or outside. If inside, I would use one of the flannel covers. If outside I would use one of the weatherproof ones that you get from Covercraft. I have a Weathershield HP that I used for outside and it keeps out everything including UV rays. If your interested, please PM me. I sold the CLK and don't need it.
Also, if the car is outside you want to put something in or around it to keep away the critters. I use stuff called STORE IT RIGHT on my SL and my Corvette and so far no mice.
Good luck.
I will be storing it inside. Thanks for the tip, I will be purchasing a box. Sounds like good stuff.
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I have a few parts for sale from my 209 CLK

Wind Screen in perfect shape, never used with case: $250.00 OBO

Black AMG Mats in near perfect shape: $75.00 OBO

Black C Class floor mats, never used $50.00 OBO

Clk rear winter mats $25.00OBO

CLK Car Cover WeatherSheild HP. used one summer: $225.00 OBO
My email is barryo56@gmail.com if anyone is interested in these items
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 03:16 PM
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Thanks Klinh, but I already bought the covercraft.
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