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2003 I started looking for an automotive ‘bra’ for by beloved
Bentley S-1 [B582EG]. I am a driver. I wanted to own the Bentley because
I wanted to drive it; not just look at it! As much as I appreciate the kind
words of others about how wonderful the Bentley looks, it is the driving
that excites me and makes me feel special.
After driving the
Bentley on a fairly regular basis for about a year, I began to notice
that little marks would appear on the front of the body. The area between
the radiator shell, below the headlamps, and outward to the wings is precisely
where I mean. Little pebbles and big bugs were taking their toll. I wanted
a proper ‘bra’ that would protect the Bentley on my trips –
particularly from point ‘A’ to point ‘B’. Upon arrival
at my destination, I would want to be able to easily remove the ‘bra’,
store it for the duration of my stay, and then, easily re-attach the ‘bra’
for the return trip home.
As those of you who
are in similar circumstance have discovered, there is no remedy available.
In the summer of 2003, I began to design and produce just such an accessory.
I call it a ‘cover’ to distinguish it from the typical automotive
bra because of its inherent ease of application and removal. Most typical
‘bras’ are put on a car and rarely removed. My cover was designed
to protect my investment from point ‘A’ to point ‘B’,
and, to be easily removed upon arrival so that the total beauty of the
Bentley could be enjoyed while at my destination. Then, just as easily,
reapplied for the return trip home. I believe we have succeeded!
When properly applied,
the cover will protect the finish of the paint, without doing damage to
the paint. Protecting the paint job has saved me the expense and inconvenience
of periodically repairing and repainting. To paraphrase Victor Kiam (of
Norelco shaver fame), I got so excited about the cover that I formed the
company – PMC Covers,
LLC. – to produce and market the covers. Currently, we make the covers
for Bentley S-Series, I and II; and, for the Silver Clouds, I and II.
I hope to finish the S-Series (including Continentals) and Silver Clouds
by the end of June 2004. At that time, I shall redirect our energies to
the Silver Shadows, Corniches, T-Series, and modern Continentals.
The cover will be
produced in standard black. However, we have the ability to offer a rainbow
of colors to match almost any paint-scheme in the most tasteful manner.
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