Car cover on a budget

[Heywood]

I don't know much about car covers. I want something water proof, but I read that 100% water proof is bad because such a cover would trap moisture under itself and cause unnecessary rust. Is that true? Some cover manufacturers gloat about being "100% water proof" so... I dunno what to think. I'm also on kind of a budget. I don't want to spend $200 on a cover if I don't have to, but $30 covers look like cheap crap by comparison.

This cover would be used outdoors on my '98 firebird daily driver. The assigned parking spot behind my apartment is under a pine tree (sap, pine needles, bird crap) and I want to keep the car looking good without having to pay for a car wash every week. I'll be in NY through the worst parts of the winter so snow is also to be considered. Harsh direct sunlight isn't a concern since the spot is nice and shady.

Any advice or tips about covers is appreciated.

[unvmyrs]

Re: Car cover on a budget

Look on craigs list or ebay for an slp car cover.

[Mighty Thor]

Re: Car cover on a budget

There really is no such thing as a water proof car cover, unless if it's a turp. But you would want your car cover to breathe so that it doesn't ruin your paint.

[ssms5411]

Re: Car cover on a budget

I bought one on Ebay for like $40 shipped was a perfect fit. Did good in the rain and dust storms.

[dmw319]

Re: Car cover on a budget

i got an slp car cover from a guy on here or ls1tech. cant remember. but it was like 100 shipped and it was perfect.

[Everglades W68]

Re: Car cover on a budget

Go here for good deals on car covers:
https://www.bigskycarcovers.com/

But there is no such thing as a good inexpensive car cover. I bought the Weathershield and am extremely pleased with it.