Best Car Cover

avmac1098 · 01-13-2022, 09:57 AM

I have no choice but to store my Camaro outside and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on a good all weather car cover? I'd love to buy a nice $70 one from Amazon but the reviews about those covers scratching the paint scare me to death. Any input is greatly appreciated!

1LECamaro2020 · 01-13-2022, 10:29 AM

Bite the bullet and buy the GM Camaro outdoor cover along with some gust straps and a locking cable for the center. I bought a "cheap" ($200) cover from carcovers.com and that sucker was on the ground at the slightest wind gust--and that was with gust straps and a locking cable.

JSH · 01-13-2022, 10:49 AM

I don't believe there is a "best." I bought this one which works well https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/7...5&ref_=ast_bln

chevybill · 01-13-2022, 11:00 AM

I have California car covers on both my camaros.

They have an extensive website and several different types, both inside and outside storage covers.

They have excellent quality and longevity.

David Zak · 01-13-2022, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by avmac1098

I have no choice but to store my Camaro outside and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on a good all weather car cover? I'd love to buy a nice $70 one from Amazon but the reviews about those covers scratching the paint scare me to death. Any input is greatly appreciated!

Years ago when I had just a 3-car garage and 4 vehicles; a Fox-body Mustang 5.0 convertible, a 35th Anniversary Camaro SS, a GMC Sonoma and a lease car everyday driver, I kept the truck outside for several winters. I chose an outdoor cover from California Car Covers. I've had several of their covers and can recommend them.

dpevans · 01-13-2022, 01:31 PM

The key to an outside cover is make sure it cannot move across the paint. It has to be tied down so it cannot slide around. It has to stay in place no matter how much ice accumulates on it.

MR's 2SS · 01-13-2022, 09:11 PM

Im in the same boat. I bought a cheap one last year because they could deliver quickly. And we got the vert Jan. 2.
This year I have a Covercraft. I got the cover and 2 tensioners. Plus a bag for just over 400 bucks delivered. It did take close to 8 weeks for delivery as they make them to order in the USA. I ordered from Carcoverworld.com.
The cheap cover was still $200. A sealskin. The difference is night and day. The Covercraft is custom made for the exact vehicle. The sealskin was way too big.
I used clamps to pull up all the slack by clamping to my winter wheels. Plus the rope under the center. By the end of the winter the eyelets had pulled out. Its lined with a cotton layer inside which is good. It didnt scratch anything but it left the vert top filled with fuzz. I still have it.
I have the covercraft on without the center tied and have yet to put the tensioners on and it fits snuggly enough that it hasnt moved.
Last time I posted a pic it was sideways. But here it is.

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/attac...1&d=1642129710

MR's 2SS · 01-13-2022, 09:13 PM

Yup. Still sideways.
I washed and used Maguire's Waterless Wash and Wax on the car before covering it. The cover will always move independent from the car to some extent.
Any dirt at all is likely to result in minor scratching.

Altered Carbon · 01-13-2022, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by MR's 2SS

Yup. Still sideways.
I washed and used Maguire's Waterless Wash and Wax on the car before covering it. The cover will always move independent from the car to some extent.
Any dirt at all is likely to result in minor scratching.

Westcamaro · 01-13-2022, 10:08 PM

$90 plus shipping

WillyZ83 · 01-18-2022, 08:40 PM

I have one that was just north of $100 and fits the car just right and has soft cloth on the inside. It ties at the wheels to keep it on right. I keep the car in the garage so now it sits in a corner. If you’re interested I would sell it for $50 bucks

Sledgehammer70 · 01-19-2022, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by avmac1098

I have no choice but to store my Camaro outside and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on a good all weather car cover? I'd love to buy a nice $70 one from Amazon but the reviews about those covers scratching the paint scare me to death. Any input is greatly appreciated!

I've purchased a few covers now and had the same outcome you were worried about on the cheap covers. Ended up spending the cash for the high end California car covers and couldn't be happier.

Blade21 · 02-04-2022, 06:13 PM

I have the GM indoor cover. Yes the car does sit outside, has for 2 winters. The Indoor has held up just fine.

HemiDave · 11-02-2022, 11:21 AM

I would never use an outdoor car cover again since I love my paint.

Dust and dirt get under it and it will scratch and hologram the hell out of your paint. (My experience)

Some say they are able to strap it down so it doesn't move.
I have even seen someone put a Saran Wrap to try and keep the cover from moving along with bricks (really?) on the car.

I would just get a good ceramic coating and leave it at that.

I had a car outside and uncovered for years that was ceramic coated and the paint looked great.

Best outdoor car cover?: "NONE"

My 2 cents.

01-13-2022, 09:57 AM	#1
avmac1098 Drives: 2022 Camaro LT1 Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: NJ Posts: 37	Best Car Cover I have no choice but to store my Camaro outside and was wondering if I could get some suggestions on a good all weather car cover? I'd love to buy a nice $70 one from Amazon but the reviews about those covers scratching the paint scare me to death. Any input is greatly appreciated! __________________ Ordered 2022 2LT V6 Riverside Blue Metallic July 31: 1100 status October 30: Changed order to LT1 V8 (still at 1100) January 6: Cancelled Order January 6: Bought a Riverside Blue LT1 V8 in-transit to a dealer January 19: Expected delivery!!!! January 21: Received

01-13-2022, 10:49 AM	#3
JSH Drives: '20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Mile High Posts: 3,559	I don't believe there is a "best." I bought this one which works well https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/7...5&ref_=ast_bln __________________ '20 ZL1 1LE A10, OEM short block, LME heads/valve train, E2650. 100+ octanes, no eth, no meth, no N2O. 2/23 - 1031/1004 wheel. 4/23 - 1.41/9.61/145 at DA 7000 ft. (only made five passes). 2/24 - LME 390, E2650, FBO, 100 oct.; 1116hp/ 1063tq; 109 oct. dyno next.

01-13-2022, 09:11 PM	#7
MR's 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS Vert/M6/F250 SD Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Jersey Posts: 379	Im in the same boat. I bought a cheap one last year because they could deliver quickly. And we got the vert Jan. 2. This year I have a Covercraft. I got the cover and 2 tensioners. Plus a bag for just over 400 bucks delivered. It did take close to 8 weeks for delivery as they make them to order in the USA. I ordered from Carcoverworld.com. The cheap cover was still $200. A sealskin. The difference is night and day. The Covercraft is custom made for the exact vehicle. The sealskin was way too big. I used clamps to pull up all the slack by clamping to my winter wheels. Plus the rope under the center. By the end of the winter the eyelets had pulled out. Its lined with a cotton layer inside which is good. It didnt scratch anything but it left the vert top filled with fuzz. I still have it. I have the covercraft on without the center tied and have yet to put the tensioners on and it fits snuggly enough that it hasnt moved. Last time I posted a pic it was sideways. But here it is. https://www.camaro6.com/forums/attac...1&d=1642129710 Attached Images __________________

01-13-2022, 09:13 PM	#8
MR's 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS Vert/M6/F250 SD Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Jersey Posts: 379	Yup. Still sideways. I washed and used Maguire's Waterless Wash and Wax on the car before covering it. The cover will always move independent from the car to some extent. Any dirt at all is likely to result in minor scratching. __________________

01-13-2022, 10:08 PM	#10
Westcamaro Drives: 69 Z28 RS 19 2SS Convertible 10 Ava Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Antonio Texas Posts: 52	My inside Cali car cover is for sell $90 plus shipping Attached Images

01-13-2022, 10:29 AM	#2
1LECamaro2020 Drives: 2020 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 8	Bite the bullet and buy the GM Camaro outdoor cover along with some gust straps and a locking cable for the center. I bought a "cheap" ($200) cover from carcovers.com and that sucker was on the ground at the slightest wind gust--and that was with gust straps and a locking cable.

01-13-2022, 11:00 AM	#4
chevybill Drives: 1994 z-28, 2017 2ss 6spd Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Mississippi Posts: 191 View My Garage	I have California car covers on both my camaros. They have an extensive website and several different types, both inside and outside storage covers. They have excellent quality and longevity.

01-13-2022, 01:31 PM	#6
dpevans Drives: 2024 Riverside Blue 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 1,208	The key to an outside cover is make sure it cannot move across the paint. It has to be tied down so it cannot slide around. It has to stay in place no matter how much ice accumulates on it.

01-18-2022, 08:40 PM	#11
WillyZ83 Drives: 18 zl1 garnet red Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: TX Posts: 287	I have one that was just north of $100 and fits the car just right and has soft cloth on the inside. It ties at the wheels to keep it on right. I keep the car in the garage so now it sits in a corner. If you’re interested I would sell it for $50 bucks

02-04-2022, 06:13 PM	#13
Blade21 Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Maryland Posts: 151	I have the GM indoor cover. Yes the car does sit outside, has for 2 winters. The Indoor has held up just fine. Attached Images __________________ '16 Camaro 2SS\| GT-30 Cam\| Kooks 1 7/8 Headers\| Borla X-Pipe Mid\| Mishimoto Thermostat\| Mishimoto Overflow tank\| Mishimoto Oil Catch Can\| Diode Side Markers\| ZL1 Addons Lift Pads\| GM Aluminum Pedals\| ROTOFAB Intake - Sound Delete\| SEMA grille

11-02-2022, 11:21 AM	#14
HemiDave Drives: ZLE/DEMON/GLADIATOR/GSXR1000R/ZX10R Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: New York Posts: 438	I would never use an outdoor car cover again since I love my paint. Dust and dirt get under it and it will scratch and hologram the hell out of your paint. (My experience) Some say they are able to strap it down so it doesn't move. I have even seen someone put a Saran Wrap to try and keep the cover from moving along with bricks (really?) on the car. I would just get a good ceramic coating and leave it at that. I had a car outside and uncovered for years that was ceramic coated and the paint looked great. Best outdoor car cover?: "NONE" My 2 cents. __________________ 2018 Dodge Demon #1399 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon 6 speed manual 2023 ZL1 1LE 6 speed manual ************************* 2018 Suzuki GSXR 1000R 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R

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