Temporary marquee / garage

[DreamZproject]

Hey people. Just planning for the long term storage of my car on a day to day basis and came across the idea of using a "temporary marquee" within the carport to prevent rain and dust from coming in sideways from the open carport sides. Obviously having access via the shorter ends is crucial so I want to know the product suits before I buy.

 Has anyone done something similar? any recommendations?

[RAP260]

Hey @DreamZproject,

I suppose it's going to depend on the size of your carport. 

You sound like your in a similar position to myself. Due to circumstances I can't access my garage easily, but as I try to drive my car every day, it's not a major issue. So I use a carport, which I built specifically for my car :). 

But with that said, I still try to avoid  getting my car wet. 

I've explored a number of different options. There are inflatable temporary garages, but obviously they require a constant power supply to drive the blower, and wouldn't suit a daily or weekly driver in my opinion. 

At the moment I'm in the process of looking to fit drop down pvc blinds. The same type used in outdoor areas / patios. They're not cheap, but neither are constant rust repairs

Something like these. Can get units that are zipped and simply roll up. 

 

Would be interested if others have explored other options. 

 

Cheers, 

Rob 

 

Edited July 12, 2018 by RAP260

[gav240z]

Carport with a quality car cover that is breathable would be my choice, but not so good for a regularly driven car because taking covers on and off is a pain.

[C.A.R.]

Robbie:

https://www.carcoon.com.au

[DreamZproject]

I like the idea of the installed blinds.

Jeepers they look good Lurch, but bloody hell! They're nearly 2 grand!!!

[C.A.R.]

 

2 hours ago, DreamZproject said:

I like the idea of the installed blinds.

Jeepers they look good Lurch, but bloody hell! They're nearly 2 grand!!!

And how much is your new Z worth?

[RAP260]

3 hours ago, Lurch said:

 

And how much is your new Z worth?

How often do you want to drive it?...... Would be the question I'd ask. 

I've spent extensive time examining these options. There's... Carcoon, airlok, airchamber... The list goes on. 

I encourage you to do some serious googling / research as most of these systems are top notch. And do exactly what they say. 

But, if you actually intend on driving your car....then it's going to get exposed to the elements, regardless of what you do. Is parking it in a climate controlled system, for a week or days, really worth the time and electricity?? 

If its a museum piece, then I'd say go for it. Otherwise......

Just my 2C.. For what that's worth. 

Cheers, 

Rob 

 

 

Edited July 13, 2018 by RAP260