Djackson13

I previously posted the question regarding whether my vehicle would be ok.parked in a cold garage for a two week period. Most of the replies have indicated that this should be fine. My second question involves finding a good car cover to cove the car while it is parked in my garage for a couple of weeks. Anyone have any good recommendation on a good car cover to invest in for this purpose? All responses will be appreciated.

vincheung

I wouldn’t bother with a car cover as any dust in between the cover and car will rub if exposed to wind (this happened with my motorcycle stored for winter), two weeks storage will also not be a problem. Some would recommend filling up the fuel tank to minimize any condensation/moisture buildup.

aeggroup

2 weeks are not 2 years. I think you over babying your car. If the car is in garage - it's more than enough protected. Just lock the car and enjoy your trip.

crconsulting

I use a Coverking Satin Stretch. It's a great indoor cover that form fits the car perfectly. Coverking custom makes each cover of this model so it takes a few weeks to get from them. The inside of the cover is a made of a soft fleece lining which does a great job of protecting the paint. It is extremely soft, but you should make sure to clean your car (including wheels) BEFORE you put the cover on. It can be washed though. I just prefer to keep it clean. Most covers I see, especially outdoor covers, tend to be too abrasive against paint.

Coverking Satin Stretch

Good Luck

AbbyKay

In my next life, I want to be your car. Seriously, it is clear you love it and take great care of it! I leave my ‘20 S560 garaged for 4 months while await every winter and it does fine with a trickle charger, uncovered. Lock the doors as doing so uses less “background” battery draw than when the car is unlocked.

Djackson13

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Djackson13

@AbbyKay....
Thanks so much for this response. Can you tell me what kind of trickle charger you use? And will the trickle charger be a necessity if the car will only be sitting for a maximum of two weeks?

aeggroup

Depending on your battery age. if the battery is fairly new ( 2-3 years ) - you don't need it.

SW20S

You are way overthinking this. It can sit in your garage for 2 weeks standing on its head. No need for a cover or a trickle charger. If the battery is dead when you come back, just jump it.

For the cover, think about this. How often do you wash it when you are out driving it every day? It stays clean in the garage.