We Got You Covered makes custom car covers for Perth drivers and delivers them free to every Perth suburb. Each cover is cut to your car's make, model and year, from $450 for a satin indoor cover and $600 for a waterproof outdoor cover, with a 2-year warranty. Most orders arrive within 5 to 10 business days.
If you're buying a car cover in Perth for a car that lives outside, rain isn't the main problem. The sun is, along with the late afternoon sea breeze that makes a loose cover flap against the paint. Custom car covers cut to the car deal with both.
Key takeaways
- Perth Airport averages 8.8 hours of sunshine a day, and Perth's average peak UV stays at 3 or above in every month except June, so a car parked outside in Perth takes paint-fading UV almost all year.
- A garaged car in Perth needs a soft indoor cover for dust and scratches. A car on a carport, driveway or street needs a waterproof outdoor cover with tie-downs.
- Universal car covers in Perth stores cost about $29 to $269 and come in S to XL sizes. A custom car cover costs $450 to $600 and is cut to the exact make, model and year.
- We Got You Covered ships custom covers free from Melbourne to Perth, and most orders arrive within 5 to 10 business days.
Shop now: indoor car covers from $450, or the waterproof outdoor car cover at $600.
What does Perth's climate do to a car parked outside?
Perth's climate wears down a car parked outside faster than most Australian cities do. Perth Airport averages 8.8 hours of sunshine a day, according to Bureau of Meteorology records kept since 1944. That steady UV breaks down clear coat, fades red and black paint first, and cracks dash tops and rubber seals.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.8 | 10.9 | 8.6 | 5.8 | 3.8 | 2.8 | 3.0 | 4.3 | 6.1 | 8.2 | 9.9 | 11.4 |
Average peak UV Index in Perth by month. Source: ARPANSA data published by Cancer Council WA.
Perth's UV is the part people underestimate. Average peak UV in Perth reaches 11.8 in January and stays at 3 or above in every month except June, based on ARPANSA data published by Cancer Council WA. A car on a driveway gets that dose every day it isn't covered.
Winter is the other half of the job. June and July are Perth's wettest months, at roughly 150 mm each, so an outdoor cover has to shed rain as well as block sun. More on the damage in our guide to what UV does to car paint.
Which car cover suits where you park in Perth?
The right car cover depends on where the car sleeps. A lock-up garage needs a soft indoor cover for dust and scratches. A carport, driveway or street spot needs a waterproof outdoor cover with tie-downs, because the car is taking sun, rain, bird droppings and the afternoon sea breeze.
| Where it's parked | Main threat in Perth | Cover to buy | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock-up garage | Dust, garage heat, knocks and scratches | Indoor satin stretch cover, fleece lined | $450 |
| Carport | Side-on UV, dust, bird droppings, winter rain | Waterproof 350 GSM outdoor cover, fleece lined | $600 |
| Driveway or street | Full sun, sea breeze, bird droppings, rain | Waterproof outdoor cover with tie-downs fastened | $600 |
| Airport or home during a FIFO swing | Weeks of sun and dust with nobody checking the car | Waterproof outdoor cover, strapped down on a clean, dry car | $600 |
Most of our WA customers park undercover. Over the past 12 months, indoor covers outsold outdoor covers three to one among the car covers We Got You Covered shipped to WA.
A FIFO swing is the hardest job for a car cover: weeks with nobody around to re-seat a cover that's blown loose, so fit and tie-downs matter more than fabric. For kerbside cars, see our guide to covering a car parked on the street.
What's the best car cover for the money in Perth?
The best car cover for the money is the cheapest one that suits how the car is parked. For a garaged car that only needs dust protection, a universal cover from a Perth store is fine. For a car that lives outside, a custom cover earns its price because it stays put in the wind and doesn't rub the paint.
| Universal cover (Perth stores) | Custom cover (We Got You Covered) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price seen in Perth, October 2026 | About $29 to $269 | $450 to $600 |
| Sizing | S, M, L or XL by length | Cut to make, model and year |
| Mirrors, aerial, spoiler | Loose fit, gaps | Shaped to the car |
| Wind | Billows unless strapped tight | Elastic hems plus tie-downs |
| Inner surface | Varies by brand | Soft fleece lining |
| Warranty | Varies | 2 years |
| Best for | Occasional use, dust only, tight budget | Car lives outside, paint matters, long storage |
A cheap universal cover is the right buy more often than cover sellers admit. If the car is garaged and you only want dust off it, spend less. If it's on a Perth driveway all summer, a loose cover is what scuffs it. More in our comparison of custom fit vs universal car covers.
Do car covers damage paint?
A clean, fitted car cover with a soft lining doesn't damage paint. The damage comes from a loose cover moving on a dirty car: grit trapped underneath rubs the clear coat every time the cover shifts. In Perth the usual trigger is the Fremantle Doctor, the sea breeze that arrives from the southwest on summer afternoons.
Four habits keep a car cover from marking the paint:
- Dust or wash the car before the cover goes on.
- Put the cover on from the front and roll it back, rather than dragging it across the roof.
- Fasten the tie-downs, even on a still morning, because the sea breeze comes later.
- Take the cover off by folding it inward so the dirty outside never touches the paint.
The full method is in our guide on how to put on a car cover without damaging your paint.
What are the downsides of a car cover?
A car cover takes a minute or two to fit and remove, and it needs somewhere to live when it's off the car. A car cover put on a wet car can also hold moisture against the paint, so let the car dry first.
Do you need a hail cover in Perth?
Most Perth drivers don't need a dedicated hail cover, but the risk isn't zero. Damaging hail is rare in Perth, and when it does hit, a standard outdoor cover, ours included, won't stop large hailstones denting panels. Real hail protection needs a padded cover built to absorb impact.
The 22 March 2010 hailstorm caused more than $1.3 billion in insurance claims and remains the costliest natural disaster in WA history, according to Insurance Council of Australia figures reported by the ABC. Hailstones about 6 cm across hit Osborne Park's car dealerships, and thousands of cars were written off.
If hail is your main worry, talk to us about a padded hail cover before you order a standard outdoor one.
How does delivery to Perth work?
We Got You Covered makes every cover in Melbourne and ships it free to Perth and regional WA. Most orders arrive within 5 to 10 business days. There's no Perth showroom, so the fit comes from your vehicle details rather than a try-on. Send us these and we'll cut the cover to match:
- Make, model, year and series, for example a 2021 Toyota HiLux SR5 dual cab.
- Body type: sedan, hatch, wagon, SUV, ute or van.
- Anything that changes the shape: a fixed aerial, roof racks, a spoiler, a bull bar or a snorkel.
- Whether the car is stored inside or outside.
Not sure about sizing? The car cover size guide shows what to measure.
FAQ
Is it worth putting a car cover on your car in Perth?
Yes, if the car is parked outside or left for weeks at a time. A car cover blocks the UV that fades paint, along with dust, bird droppings and tree sap. If the car is garaged and driven every day, a cover adds little beyond keeping dust off.
What is the best car cover in Australia?
The best car cover is the one matched to where the car is parked. Outdoor cars need a waterproof, UV-resistant cover with a soft lining and tie-downs, while garaged cars need a satin stretch cover with a fleece lining. Our full buyer's guide compares the options.
What can I use instead of a car cover?
A lock-up garage is the best alternative, followed by a carport or shade sail. A carport blocks overhead sun but not side-on UV, dust or birds. FIFO workers can get a similar result from undercover parking near the airport.
Can I use a car cover in Perth Airport long-term parking?
Perth Airport's car park terms don't restrict car covers, and they say the airport isn't liable for damage to parked vehicles, whatever the cause. A fitted outdoor cover with tie-downs is the safer choice for a car left there for a FIFO swing. Put it on a clean, dry car so nothing gets trapped underneath for weeks.
Where to start
Pick your car cover by where the car sleeps: indoor covers for the garage, the waterproof outdoor cover for everywhere else. Every cover is cut to your make, model and year, ships free to Perth, and comes with a 2-year warranty. If your car's unusual, send us the details and we'll quote it.
