Bill,
You didn't drive out on Friday. We left PA around 9:30 am, and it
poured for about 350 of the 450 miles out. My poor car was on an open trailer, without any cover. At least now I know that FFR indoor/outdoor carpet is great, and the car is waterproof.
But it was just like the weather was meant to be perfect for us. As soon as we crossed the border into Ohio, the rain stopped and the sun came out. By time we got there, the car was fully blown dry and ready to go, besides being filthy. And you're right, it was a blessing for us Northeasterners. The weather couldn't have been better. It was good to see the sun, and the only burn that we got was my poor wife...oh wait, that burn was from the sidepipes...again....
She'll never learn.
Steve