We mentioned a while ago that, after having our trusty old VW Passat estate for 15 years, we bought a new one. It wasn’t brand new, it was a year old, but felt new to us. We’ve had it about a year, and it has served us well so far.
One thing we’ve noticed is that our huge sycamore isn’t treating it well. Our car is parked – not directly under, but – fairly close to the tree. In the spring, the car gets covered in sticky sap; in the summer, dead bugs & insects get stuck to the roof and bonnet; in the autumn, whirligigs and leaves find their way down into crevices in the bonnet; and in the winter, the car seems to be perpetually sodden and sprouting green moss and algae.
To spare the paintwork from any further harm, we’re going to buy one of these protective car covers. None of them are cheap, but they’ll keep the car looking shiny and new!
- Halfords all seasons car cover (L): £62.99, Halfords
• Treated material protects from UV damage
• Super weatherproof material keeps your car dry
• Soft lining protects your car from paint damage
• Elasticated end panels to fit around the bumpers
• Under car securing straps to ensure a good fit
• Carry bag included
• Dimensions: 470cm x 180cm x 135cm
• 2 year guarantee - Car cover compatible with Volkswagen Passat: £104.00, Amazon
Quality material: The car cover is made of high-quality Oxford material, suitable for waterproof, rain-proof and snow-proof. Provide all-weather, all-season protection for your car. Is best bodyguard for your car!
All weather: The perfect car cover for all seasons! Protect your car from tree sap, UV rays, dirt, dust, debris, industrial pollutants and bird droppings. Excellent anti-pollution, anti-scratch, anti-ultraviolet and bad weather protection, we also use reflective sunscreen materials to provide anti-ultraviolet protection, especially outdoors in summer.
Easy to operate: Ingeniously designed to prevent moisture and reduce heat accumulation. Don’t worry about any impact on the car, you can use it with confidence. The operation is simple. The storage is convenient and the product can be placed in the trunk.
Unique design: Four colours for your choice, wind-proof straps to protect your car cover from blowing off by heavy wind. The side zipper design makes it more convenient to use. Matching password lock for adding extra security. - Car cover for 2020 Volkswagen Passat wagon – Premium edition: £245.94, CarCovers Factory
Our Premium Edition is our top of the line cover that is heavy duty, made of polypropylene and outperforms 7-layer material that offers maximum level of protection. It not only protects both the inside and outside of a vehicle, but also acts as a theft-deterrent by keeping your vehicle out of view from potential thieves.
Features include:
• 100% waterproof and breathable due to micro-porous oil based materials
• Inner fleece lining material ensuring vehicle’s paint is not compromised
• Ultrasonic double stitched welding on the cover prevents water from going through
• High quality UV resistant chemicals coated on the outer layer of this cover, ensuring vehicle paint never fades
• Reinforced grommet; lanyard on both sides of the cover
• Guaranteed to fit perfectly
• Protects your vehicle from: ice, rain, snow, high winds, strong UV rays and smallest pea sized hail.
• Elastic hem in the front and rear allowing tuck fit
• Material resists mildew, mould, rot, bird droppings, tree sap, dirt and acid rain
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