charge up battery and disconnect it(be sure to have radio code)or arrange to trickle charge/periodic charge it(once a week, if using alarm)fill up gas tank with fresh hi-test, wash and wax entire car;if possible locate 1/4" rubber pads(or 1/2" carpet) under all four tires...helps to avoid flat-spotting;cover to protect based on location:in a garage, flannel or cotton for dust protection(clean sheets will do)..outside: premium 4-layer with el-cheapo over it(two!)...should be good for up to 6 months...weather pre-vailing...dk '97 2.8 bg