Outdoor car cover

[murdock]

My wife has just bought a new car and is thinking about buying a cover to protect it from the weather. i would be most greatfull for any feedback from anyone who has used a car cover.
Are they a good or bad idea?

 

[JohnD]

Unless the car is rarely used, I suspect the bother of getting the cover out will make it not worthwhile.

They also get dirty and the dirt will rub off on your clothes while manhandling it.

 

[Bon]

It's a car, it's designed to withstand the weather. Unless it rains paint-stripper in your area?

 

[JohnD]

I used to have one on an old car that stood untouched for months on end, I think it was worthwhile there. Keeps dust and dirt off as well as rain, prevents fading and protects paintwork.

 

[libby lou lou]

Just make sure your car is bone dry before covering, the cover can help retain moisture, which leads to rot, like putting a wet car into a well insulated garage.

 

[Nige F]

It's a car, it's designed to withstand the weather. Unless it rains paint-stripper in your area?

it`s a good point .modern paint/laquer is Much better than even 10-15 years ago.maybe consider a dealer-applied "extra polish" we were offrered this with our new Pug .didn`t bother tho

 

[Belle427]

as said cheaper covers just trap the moisture in,breathable ones are not that much better,car care products are very good nowadays so a regular cleaning routine with good quality products is all you need

 

[Ron Gamma]

they also flap in the breeze and eventually rub the paint off the door mirrors.
I ended up having to put a pair of old socks over mine to limit the damage.
and you'll need to fit an elasticated strap around the b-post line otherwise it billows and comes off on a really windy night.

all in all - more trouble than they're worth unless you are mothballing a vehicle for a few months over winter.

 

[AlanSl]

"they also flap in the breeze and eventually rub the paint off the door mirrors. " Yes very good point and its not just the mirrors as I found out to my peril when I covered my pride and joy before a 3 month work trip.