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Bowtie-Bri · 02-20-2013, 09:58 AM

Hey Guys,

I bought a 2013 Camaro SS Convertible that I haven't taken delivery of yet.

Is there a compact fold up canopy that will fit in the trunk area? (A Canopy used for shade that you would sit under to protect you from the sun.)

If so, would you please list the size, brand, and where you bought it from?

I'll be taking it to a few carshows this summer and thought I'd start looking now.

Thanks,
Brian

Mdejes3 · 02-20-2013, 10:04 AM

By fold up canopy are you referring to the tonneau cover that comes with the convertibles. Well if you are it does fold up and it does fit in the trunk.

Bowtie-Bri · 02-20-2013, 10:12 AM

Sorry for the confusion.
I revised my post so that it's easier to understand.

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Originally Posted by Mdejes3

By fold up canopy are you referring to the tonneau cover that comes with the convertibles. Well if you are it does fold up and it does fit in the trunk.

ZED SLED · 02-20-2013, 10:14 AM

I bought one from Wallyworld for $75 that is actually made for backpacking. it is either 6x6 or 6x8 with one side to block wind/sun if needed. It stows into about an 8" x"8 X36 bag. Plenty big enough for wife and I to sit under with a small table between us. I also have a 10x10 from Target that has 3 leg sections instead of 2 so it folds into 9x9x40. Not real durable though.

Angrybird 12 · 02-20-2013, 10:17 AM

I usually just take a couple folding chairs and park next to someone that has one set up already, they always seem to invite me to join them

v6sonoma · 02-20-2013, 10:24 AM

I think he means a pop-up tent kinda canopy.

I'm not 100% sure. The length is the real issue because of the fact that you won't have a drop down rear seat.

I found these dimensions from an old thread on the coupe.

They said the measurements of the opening were 34'' wide by 15.5'' deep and the inside of the trunk is 54'' at widest point, 47'' wide between the wheel wells. Not sure how deep and I know when the top is down there is a bar that you pull out to make room in the trunk for it so it will eat up some space. It would have to be a fairly small canopy unless you wanted it to ride in the back seats. Most 10 x 8's I've seen are close to 54" collapsed which won't fit due to the opening size on the trunk.

Angrybird 12 · 02-20-2013, 10:29 AM

When I had my Corvair I had a Small beach umbrella and a stand I made out of an old brake drum I would put in the trunk. Like the other poster mentioned the trunk opening is your biggest problem. I would just put it in the back seat.

Bowtie-Bri · 02-20-2013, 01:41 PM

Thats exactly what I'm looking for. One that will fit in the trunk.
Those dimensions of the truck opening as well as the inside measurements are very helpful as well. Thank You!

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Originally Posted by v6sonoma

I think he means a pop-up tent kinda canopy.

I'm not 100% sure. The length is the real issue because of the fact that you won't have a drop down rear seat.

I found these dimensions from an old thread on the coupe.

They said the measurements of the opening were 34'' wide by 15.5'' deep and the inside of the trunk is 54'' at widest point, 47'' wide between the wheel wells. Not sure how deep and I know when the top is down there is a bar that you pull out to make room in the trunk for it so it will eat up some space. It would have to be a fairly small canopy unless you wanted it to ride in the back seats. Most 10 x 8's I've seen are close to 54" collapsed which won't fit due to the opening size on the trunk.

ZED SLED · 02-20-2013, 03:23 PM

This is the one I posted about earlier
http://www.walmart.com/ip/FAST-TRACK...treak/16351170

Michael Rophone · 02-20-2013, 11:55 PM

A little nostalgia for Angrybird

Angrybird 12 · 02-21-2013, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Rophone

A little nostalgia for Angrybird

Thata a little before my time but I remember this from when I had my 71 Vega Hatchback. It was an actual option you could buy from Chevrolet.

Michael Rophone · 02-21-2013, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

Thata a little before my time but I remember this from when I had my 71 Vega Hatchback. It was an actual option you could buy from Chevrolet.

Wow, that must have produced some loud wind noise!

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Bodih · 02-22-2013, 04:28 PM

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Wow, that must have produced some loud wind noise!

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Kinda like a convertible with a broken 5th bow...

I have a canopy I bought from Dick's Sporting Goods. It's 6' X 6', and compacts to 8" X 8" X 30" in the bag. It fits nicely with two camp chairs under my top when it's retracted. I still have room for my cleaning supplies and soft cooler behind the top.
I think I paid $69 for it, and it's Inferno Orange to match the car.

Bowtie-Bri · 02-23-2013, 10:58 AM

Do you have the model number for this canopy?
I was on their website and saw a 10x8 in black for $99, with an overall length of 52" folded up. I think that would be alittle to long to fit inside the trunk.

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Originally Posted by Bodih

Kinda like a convertible with a broken 5th bow...

I have a canopy I bought from Dick's Sporting Goods. It's 6' X 6', and compacts to 8" X 8" X 30" in the bag. It fits nicely with two camp chairs under my top when it's retracted. I still have room for my cleaning supplies and soft cooler behind the top.
I think I paid $69 for it, and it's Inferno Orange to match the car.

02-20-2013, 09:58 AM	#1
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02-20-2013, 10:04 AM	#2
Mdejes3 Drives: 2012 VR SS Vert w/ CGM stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Long island, New York Posts: 217 View My Garage	By fold up canopy are you referring to the tonneau cover that comes with the convertibles. Well if you are it does fold up and it does fit in the trunk. __________________

02-20-2013, 10:14 AM	#4
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,614 View My Garage	I bought one from Wallyworld for $75 that is actually made for backpacking. it is either 6x6 or 6x8 with one side to block wind/sun if needed. It stows into about an 8" x"8 X36 bag. Plenty big enough for wife and I to sit under with a small table between us. I also have a 10x10 from Target that has 3 leg sections instead of 2 so it folds into 9x9x40. Not real durable though. __________________

02-20-2013, 10:17 AM	#5
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	I usually just take a couple folding chairs and park next to someone that has one set up already, they always seem to invite me to join them __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

02-20-2013, 10:24 AM	#6
v6sonoma Drives: 2010 SS RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Providence, RI Posts: 8,108 View My Garage	I think he means a pop-up tent kinda canopy. I'm not 100% sure. The length is the real issue because of the fact that you won't have a drop down rear seat. I found these dimensions from an old thread on the coupe. They said the measurements of the opening were 34'' wide by 15.5'' deep and the inside of the trunk is 54'' at widest point, 47'' wide between the wheel wells. Not sure how deep and I know when the top is down there is a bar that you pull out to make room in the trunk for it so it will eat up some space. It would have to be a fairly small canopy unless you wanted it to ride in the back seats. Most 10 x 8's I've seen are close to 54" collapsed which won't fit due to the opening size on the trunk. __________________ Mods: BBK Intake, BBK LT's and High Flow Cats, Corsa Cat-back exhaust, Hurst short throw shifter, SLP skip-shift eliminator. 7/1/09 Placed order for IOM/IO int/ SS/RS 6M 9/26/09 Took delivery!

02-20-2013, 10:29 AM	#7
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	When I had my Corvair I had a Small beach umbrella and a stand I made out of an old brake drum I would put in the trunk. Like the other poster mentioned the trunk opening is your biggest problem. I would just put it in the back seat. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

02-20-2013, 03:23 PM	#9
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,614 View My Garage	This is the one I posted about earlier http://www.walmart.com/ip/FAST-TRACK...treak/16351170 __________________

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