My car is currently being restored and hopefully it will be done this summer...

My cousin is actually doing the restoration for me and is a 10 hour drive away from where I am.

When it's time to bring it back to Montreal, I will tow it on an open trailer. I was wondering if anyone has advise as to the best way to cover it while towing.

Should I put a car cover on it or not? A few friends have mentionned that it may damage the paint because of the constant rubbing of the cover in the wind.

I was also wondering if the plastic that car makers put on cars before delivery would be a good idea.

Any advice would be appreciated...

Thanks.

I would not put a cover on paint to tow. The cover do flap and can damage the paint. You can put something in front of the car to prevent debris from hitting the car. A fine screen works well, it lets air pass and does not tend to rip away. The other method is a closed trailer.

Ken Styer

I do agree with not using a cover on an open trailer. I have an enclosed trailer and have been told not to use one in it because of the vibration. I have been to car shows where people have arrived with saran wrap on the front of there car to keep the bugs off. I am not sure about this. I never did it but maybe someone out there knows more about it. The one thing I would be afraid of is the paint coming off when you peel it off, especially with a new paint job.

I was just happy to read that you're putting it on a flat bed. When I saw "tow" -- I thought you were using a traditional tow truck.

I agree with the 2 comments above -- no cover is best. If your really concerned about sand & pebbles etc., wait until spring when the roads are a bit cleaner.

After watching the paint on my Father-in-laws Model T Touring just get rubbed away, without any mercy, I did just as he did, bought an enclosed trailer. It is the only way to go. When you arrive at your destination, your car is exactly the way you put it inside...CLEAN! If you have to use an open trailer, don't use a car cover of any kind. The smallest amount of air that gets under it will cause the dreaded rubbing. Maybe its possible to find an open trailer that has a front air dam, or "Wind Jammer" on it. If you have to rent a trailer, it might be worth the look to see if you can rent an enclosed trailer, or borrow one from a friend who has one. Or as a last resort, do what many owners do, Drive it and enjoy the ride! Good Luck either way.

G