ProPlus VW T5 & T6 Windscreen Cover Review

When you get this cover out of the bag, the initial impressions are of a standard, lightweight screen protector. It's made from a 160 GSM non-woven fabric, which should offer decent breathability and UV protection. The inclusion of mirror slots is a practical touch for a snug fit.

Fit and Finish

The most frustrating part of this product is how close it comes to being good. A verified buyer noted that the fit itself is precise ("Passgenau ja") , meaning the main body of the cover contours to the T6 windscreen perfectly. This suggests the pattern and dimensions are correct.

The Critical Flaw

However, the design falls apart completely when it comes to the securing system. The tie-down straps, which are essential for holding the cover in place against wind and weather, have no viable attachment points on a VW T6. The customer explicitly states there's no way to fasten the bungee cords to the wheel arch or underneath the van, concluding the product is therefore "unbrauchbar" (unusable) . This isn't a minor niggle; it's a fundamental failure that makes the product not fit for purpose for a significant portion of its advertised market.

Evaluating the performance of this windscreen cover is straightforward, but for all the wrong reasons. In a real-world van life scenario, a cover needs to be quick to deploy and secure, especially if the weather is turning. Unfortunately, this one fails at the first hurdle for T6 owners.

Setup and Security

You can drape the cover over the windscreen and hook it over the mirrors, and as a customer confirms, the fit is accurate . This is where the positive experience ends. The next, and most crucial, step is to secure the tie-down straps to keep it taut and in place. As the lone reviewer discovered, this is impossible on a T6. They report being unable to find anywhere on the wheel arch or under the vehicle to fix the bungee cords .

Weather Protection and Privacy

Because the cover cannot be properly secured, it offers no reliable protection or privacy. A light breeze would be enough to lift it, rendering its UV protection, insulating properties, and privacy benefits completely moot. For campers who rely on a screen cover for a blacked-out night's sleep or for security when leaving the van, this product simply cannot be trusted to do its job. It's a shame, as the concept is sound, but the execution means it offers zero practical performance for T6 users.

The ProPlus Windscreen Cover lists a few standard but essential features for this type of accessory. Let's break down what's there and what's critically wrong.

Mirror Slots

The cover includes slots to fit over the wing mirrors. This is a common and necessary feature that helps to initially position the cover and hold it in place before it's fully secured. It's a basic requirement, and it's good to see it included.

Tie-Down Straps

This is the feature that should guarantee a secure fit, but it's the source of the product's failure. The cover comes with bungee-style straps intended to hook onto the van's chassis or wheel wells. The fatal flaw, as highlighted by a verified buyer, is that on a VW T6, there are no suitable points to attach them . This makes a key feature completely redundant.

What's Missing?

What's clearly missing is a compatible fastening system. Alternative designs often use powerful magnets, tabs that get trapped in the door shuts, or hooks designed specifically for the wheel arches of the advertised models. This cover's generic bungee system proves to be a critical oversight, demonstrating a lack of real-world testing on one of its main target vehicles.

In the world of campervan accessories, you often choose between universal-fit items and model-specific gear. This cover tries to be a one-size-fits-many solution but fails badly for the popular T5/T6 platform. Purpose-built T6 screens, while often more expensive, typically use door-trap tabs or tailored hooks that are known to work. Even a cheaper set of internal thermal blinds would offer more reliable privacy and insulation. The single customer review makes it clear: this product is "unusable" , a verdict you're unlikely to find for a dedicated T6 screen.