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Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by cmumford, Apr 17, 2012.

  1. cmumford

    cmumford Junior Member

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    Is there a car cover for the Prius c? I park it outside under a tree and want to save the paint.
     
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    SquallLHeart The Techie Guy

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    nothing made specific to the car that i know of.
     
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    Good news there is! I went to Cover Craft who makes the best covers and we used my car to make an exact fit cover for the C cars. I will post pics and info tomorrow.
     
    #3 priusCpilot, Apr 18, 2012
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    That would be great. I'm also interested in what fabric you selected.
     
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    Did they say how soon the covers will be avalilable, 'cause nobody's got one for the C that I've been able to find so far... I don't want a generic cover...
     
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    Here it is guys! Even matching my paint color haha! This is the Sunbrella which is the best, yes you guessed it, in the Sun. I think it goes for around $440.00 for but the one you see is a few inches longer, to cover my wheels more, which goes for $520.00 retail. You may find resellers that will give a brake on the price? It has a five year warranty and will last longer I am sure. It's a very nice material. The cheaper ones will fall apart or disintegrate quicker. I will take a picture of the standard length. I had another fitted C cover which is more of indoor I want need and will be selling.
     

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    I sent an email to CoverCraft last night and got this reply:

    Thank you for contacting us concerning a cover for your vehicle. The part number you would need to order is C17501. You can call us at 800-247-8012 to place an order or you can go through any of your local automotive stores (Pep Boys, O'Reilly, Napa, etc....)
    If I can be of any further assistance, please let me know.
    Thank you,
    Sales​
     
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    Thanks for taking the time to photograph and post. The fabric looks a little loose around the body and doesn't appear to have a tight elastic bottom. Is there something along the bottom that would prevent it from being blown off in a strong wind?
     
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    Sure! It does seem lose but it does have a snug fit with the elastic in the front and rear so it does tuck in and wrap.
     
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    Thanks for the info priusCPilot. I went anead and got the Covercraft cover made using the gray 200 series fabric. It was $131 + $9 for a cable lock (mostly for wind). I'm very happy with the quality of the cover. The fabric on the sides of the car look much tighter and you're right - the elastic at the front and read bumpers is very snug and strong. Only had it on for about an hour but I'm very pleased with my purchase.
     
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    Oh good! I have been using mine over and over and I don't mind removing and covering all the time. Are you using it for outdoor?
     
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    I have the same issue, parked under a huge Oak tree, near a gravel road, much dust, and leaves and ick.. oh my! I had been looking for a car cover .. Thx for the info.
     
    #12 Daizy, Jul 2, 2012
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    Covering will help keep the whole car looking very nice as it ages and keeps resale much higher if well looked after. I got the Sunbrella but its not cheap but well worth it for me.
     
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    My only issue would be, that it would be a pest to put this on and remove it everyday... in the end getting tired of it and not wanting to do it anymore.. Ah who knows.
     
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    I know unfortunately I it accept it and just do especially after thinking about the car baking and cooking away. My goal is to keep the car looking showroom new even after 10 years.
     
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    Yeah, well right now that is my intentions... hopefully they will stay that way and not get into lazy mode.
     
    #16 Daizy, Jul 3, 2012
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