When you think about buying a carport, you might think about buying an open structure with a roof that is designed to help protect your car. However, some carports are partially or fully enclosed, making them more like a garage. These are a few signs that you should choose a fully enclosed carport rather than a more traditional open carport. 1. You Want to Protect Your Car Even though a traditional carport can help protect your car from the elements, you do still have to worry about some damage. For example, depending on which way the wind blows, there is always the chance that debris could hit your car. The wind could also cause rain, hail and more to hit your car. If you are serious about protecting your car 's paint job and preventing dents