Grinch Wearing a Cap Spare Tire Cover
Price range: $69.00 through $199.00
The Grinch Wearing a Cap Spare Tire Cover is a custom-printed spare tire cover sized for any vehicle with a rear-mounted or carrier-mounted spare. Waterproof, UV-resistant, with a free centered backup-camera hole and free worldwide shipping (6–12 business days).
- High-quality materials: Marine-grade Vinyl (Heavy Duty), PU Leather, PVC, or Polyester – all waterproof & weather-resistant
- All sizes available, including custom fit
- Fits all – SUVs (Jeep, G-Wagon, Bronco…), 4x4s, RVs, Campers & Trailers
- Free worldwide delivery (6–12 business days)
- Optional rear camera hole
- Free returns & full refund if not satisfied
- Fast, responsive customer support & 100% secure payments
- US-based company
- Each cover you see can be freely customized – change colors, text, images, or details, or request a completely NEW CUSTOM DESIGN HERE made just for you – for FREE
About the Grinch Wearing a Cap design
The Grinch Wearing a Cap design is a playful green character wearing a knitted red cap — a Grinch-inspired pop-culture-style holiday tribute, illustrated as fan art for personal vehicles, RVs, campers, and trailers. The character face fills the round canvas of a rear-mounted spare cleanly: large eyes, mischievous grin, and the Christmas-red cap dropping over one ear. It’s one of our most-requested December designs but is worn year-round by fans of festive holiday designs.
The design works visually on a spare tire because the wheel face is a perfect round canvas for a centered character portrait — the character’s face fills the foreground, the cap angles into the upper third, and the green-and-red color contrast pops sharply against dark vehicle paint. We see the strongest visual results on Bright White Wrangler, Cyber Orange Bronco, Granite Crystal Gladiator, and Sarge Green Wrangler; the design holds up equally well against neutral silvers and matte blacks.
For peak December outdoor display where the cover is exposed to weather every day for a month, we recommend Marine Grade Vinyl ($169, drawstring cord, 5+ year lifespan, printed and sewn in Florida) or PU Leather ($129, elastic band, 3–4 year lifespan). These two materials render the green-and-red contrast sharpest and resist fade through direct sun exposure. PVC ($99, elastic) and Polyester ($69, drawstring) work well for indoor-stored or shorter-season use. Marine Grade Vinyl Lux ($199) adds the integrated anti-theft lock — exclusive to Marine Grade Vinyl Lux only — for street-parked vehicles where seasonal covers tend to disappear.
Common customizations on this design include a family name above the character (“The Carter Family Christmas”), a kid’s name in a vintage-stitched holiday font, a rig nickname, or a year-of-build line. Free design proof, approval-first, no minimum order — the customization is free, you only pay for the cover itself.
Fits any vehicle with a rear-mounted spare
The Grinch Wearing a Cap is sized for any vehicle with a rear-mounted or carrier-mounted spare — SUVs, 4×4s, RVs, campers, trailers, and motorhomes. Designed for every spare-tire mounting system: swing-out tire carriers, hitch-mounted spare carriers, tailgate-mounted spares (Wrangler, Gladiator, G-Wagon, Defender style), rear bumper carriers, and RV ladder mounts.
Popular fits
- Jeep: Wrangler (YJ, TJ, JK, JL, JLU, Rubicon, Sahara, Unlimited) · Gladiator JT · Cherokee · Grand Cherokee · Liberty
- Ford: Bronco (6th gen 2021+, vintage 1966–1996, Sasquatch, Wildtrak) · Bronco Sport
- Toyota: 4Runner · RAV4 · Land Cruiser · FJ Cruiser
- Mercedes / Land Rover: G-Wagon (W460–W463A) · Defender 90/110/130
- RVs and trailers: RVs · Campers · Trailers · Motorhomes
- And many more: Suzuki Jimny, Nissan Patrol, Honda CR-V, Hummer, and any 4×4, SUV, or off-road build with a rear spare
Don’t see your vehicle? It still fits. Choose your tire size below or send your spec at checkout — we’ll size it for you.
Does this spare tire cover work with backup cameras?
Yes — every Grinch Wearing a Cap spare tire cover ships with an optional centered backup-camera cutout at no extra cost, sized to fit any factory or aftermarket camera position including Wrangler JL, Gladiator JT, Bronco, and G-Wagon rear cameras.
To add the camera hole, simply select the "with camera hole" option at checkout. We cut the hole during production — no special order, no surcharge, no production delay.
What size spare tire cover do I need?
Size your Grinch spare tire cover by overall tire diameter (the number on the sidewall like LT285/70R17, not rim size). We make every size from 14″ to 37″ and beyond, and custom sizing is always available at no extra cost — if your size isn’t listed, just send your spec at checkout.
The reference table below shows the most common sizes and matching tire codes:
| Spare tire cover size | Fits rim sizes | ↓ Click to expand |
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Note: if your spare tire size isn’t on the chart, custom sizing is free at checkout — we cut to any diameter from 14″ through 37″ and beyond.
Compatible with all common tire brands and tread patterns: BFGoodrich KO2 / KM3, Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac / MT/R, Toyo Open Country, Mickey Thompson Baja Boss, Falken Wildpeak, Cooper Discoverer, Nitto Trail Grappler, and Yokohama Geolandar.
Which material is best for a Grinch-inspired spare tire cover?
For a Grinch Wearing a Cap design, we recommend Marine Grade Vinyl ($169) or PU Leather ($129) — both render the green-and-red holiday color contrast sharpest, with fade-resistant printing rated for prolonged sun exposure. This holiday character design is available in five material grades; all are waterproof and UV-resistant, and the difference is durability, lifespan, and best use case.
Polyester — $69 (Budget)
Lightweight, UV-resistant, drawstring cord attachment. 2–3 year lifespan. Best for daily-driver vehicles parked in covered or shaded spots. Easy to swap seasonally.
PVC — $99 (Waterproof)
Fully waterproof, handles pressure-wash, mud, and brush scratches. Elastic band attachment. 3–4 year lifespan. Best for trail rigs and weekend off-road use; pressure-wash safe for post-trail cleanup.
PU Leather — $129 (Premium look)
Premium matte-black finish that pairs cleanly with OEM aesthetics on Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes G-Wagon, and Ford Bronco. Elastic band attachment. 3–4 year lifespan. Best for daily drivers prioritizing factory-finish appearance.
Marine Grade Vinyl — $169 (Heavy duty, printed and sewn in Florida)
Top spec for year-round outdoor parking, coastal humidity, Florida sun, Arizona heat, and sub-zero winters. 1 mm heavy-duty construction, drawstring cord attachment. 5+ year lifespan. Printed and sewn in Florida for the fastest US delivery.
Marine Grade Vinyl Lux — $199 (Top spec, printed and sewn in Florida)
Same Marine Grade Vinyl spec plus an integrated anti-theft lock — exclusive to Marine Grade Vinyl Lux only. Drawstring cord attachment. 5+ year lifespan. Recommended for street-parked vehicles where seasonal covers tend to disappear.
Materials built for off-road use
| Material | Price | Lifespan | Durability | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyester Budget | $69 | 2–3 yrs | Daily driver in covered parking or garage. Lightweight, UV-resistant, easy to swap. | |
| PVC Waterproof | $99 | 3–4 yrs | Trail rigs and weekend off-road use. Fully waterproof, handles pressure-wash, mud, and brush scratches. | |
| PU Leather Premium look | $129 | 3–4 yrs | Daily driver with OEM matte-black aesthetics. Best match for factory finishes on Jeep, G-Wagon, and Ford Bronco. | |
| Marine Grade Vinyl Heavy duty | $169 | 5+ yrs | Year-round outdoor parking, coastal humidity, Florida sun, Arizona heat, sub-zero winters. 1mm heavy-duty construction. Printed & sewn in Florida. | |
| Marine Grade Vinyl Lux Top spec | $199 | 5+ yrs | Year-round outdoor parking, coastal humidity, Florida sun, Arizona heat, sub-zero winters. 1mm heavy-duty construction. Printed & sewn in Florida. Includes anti-theft kit. |
Color matching note: Matte PU Leather and Marine Vinyl reproduce factory matte black most accurately. Glossy PVC and Polyester read as deep charcoal under direct sun. For OEM paint-match, send your paint code at checkout — we calibrate the print and send a proof before production.
Color matching: we offer color match to OEM paint codes including Granite Crystal, Sting-Gray, Sarge Green, Bright White, Cyber Orange, Area 51, and designo Manufaktur. Send your paint code at checkout for a free match.
How does the cover attach to my spare tire?
The Grinch Wearing a Cap cover slides on in under a minute, no tools or hardware required. Two attachment systems depending on the material: an elastic band on PU Leather and PVC stretches over the tire and grips behind the tread, or a drawstring cord on Polyester and Marine Grade Vinyl wraps over the tire and tightens with a cord at the back.
- Elastic band (PU Leather, PVC): stretches over the tire and grips behind the tread. Pulls flush against the spare for a snug factory look.
- Drawstring cord (Polyester, Marine Grade Vinyl, Marine Grade Vinyl Lux): wraps over the tire and tightens with a drawcord. Adjustable to fine-tune the fit on any spare diameter.
Both systems stay put at highway speeds and remove in seconds for tire access.
Free custom design — your idea, our design team
Want the Grinch Wearing a Cap with a family name, kid’s name, rig nickname, or a vintage-stitched holiday label?
We design it for free.
- Free design proof — no design fee, no minimum order
- Approval-first — we don’t print until you sign off on the proof
- Most custom orders ship within 5–7 business days after proof approval
Start your custom Grinch Wearing a Cap design →
Why Wheel Shell
- US-based company — Sheridan, Wyoming
- Marine-grade vinyl printed and sewn in Florida
- Free worldwide shipping with tracking (6–12 business days)
- Free returns, replacements, and money-back guarantee — 30-day window, no restocking fees
- Approval-first proof on every custom order
- Fade-resistant printing rated for prolonged sun exposure on all materials
- Anti-theft Lux specification available exclusively on Marine Grade Vinyl Lux
- Color match to OEM paint codes available on request
Frequently asked questions
How does the cover attach?
Two systems depending on material: an elastic band on PU Leather and PVC stretches over the tire and grips behind the tread, while a drawstring cord on Polyester and Marine Grade Vinyl wraps over the tire and tightens with a cord. Both slide on in under a minute, no tools required, and stay put at highway speeds.
Is the cover waterproof?
Yes. All four materials — Polyester, PVC, PU Leather, and Marine Grade Vinyl — are waterproof or water-resistant and UV-resistant. Marine Grade Vinyl is the most durable for year-round outdoor exposure and the spec we recommend for vehicles parked outside in coastal humidity, Florida sun, or sub-zero winters.
What size cover do I need for a Jeep Wrangler?
Stock JK and JL Wranglers run LT255/75R17, which takes a 32″ cover. Wrangler Rubicon and JL builds with LT285/70R17 take a 33″ cover. Lifted Wranglers on 35-inch all-terrains take a 35″ cover. Always size by overall tire diameter, not rim size.
Does it come with a backup camera hole?
Yes — free on every cover. The hole is centered and sized to fit any vehicle’s backup camera position, including Wrangler JL, Gladiator JT, Bronco, G-Wagon, or any aftermarket camera. Just select the camera-hole option at checkout. No extra cost, no special order, no production delay.
How do I install the cover?
Slide it over the spare with the design facing out. Elastic-band covers (PU Leather, PVC) grip behind the tread automatically. Drawstring covers (Polyester, Marine Grade Vinyl) tighten with the cord around the back. The whole install takes under a minute and needs no tools.
How do I clean and maintain the cover?
Wipe with mild soap and water for daily maintenance. PVC and Marine Grade Vinyl can be pressure-washed safely. Air-dry before re-mounting. Avoid solvents and abrasive scrubbers, which can dull the print.
What if I don’t like the product?
Free returns and a full refund if you’re not satisfied. Reach out within 30 days of delivery and we’ll arrange a return or replacement — no restocking fees, no return-shipping charge, no questions asked.
Can I customize this design or send my own?
Yes — this design can be customized with custom colors, text, paint-code color match, or a different layout. We also print fully custom designs from your idea, photo, or logo on our custom spare tire cover page. Free design proof, no minimum order, approval-first before we print.
Will the design fade in direct sunlight?
No. All materials use fade-resistant printing rated for prolonged sun exposure, including Florida coastal sun and Arizona heat. Marine Grade Vinyl carries a 5+ year lifespan; PU Leather and PVC are rated for 3–4 years; Polyester for 2–3 years.
How long does shipping take?
Free worldwide shipping, 6–12 business days with tracking. Marine Grade orders ship from our Florida facility for the fastest US delivery. Custom orders typically ship within 5–7 business days after design proof approval.
What materials are available?
Polyester ($69), PVC ($99), PU Leather ($129), Marine Grade Vinyl ($169), and Marine Grade Vinyl Lux ($199 with integrated anti-theft lock — exclusive to Marine Grade Vinyl Lux). All are waterproof and UV-resistant — the difference is durability, lifespan, and use case.
Note on the side of the cover
The side (sidewall) of the tire cover is not printable and features a clean, uniform black color. The design covers the front (visible) face only.
Is the Grinch Wearing a Cap design officially licensed?
No — it’s a fan-art-style pop-culture tribute, custom-printed for hobbyist and holiday use. We design the artwork in-house in a Grinch-inspired style for personal vehicles, RVs, trailers, and seasonal display. We do not claim affiliation with any IP holder. If you’d like a fully custom illustration in a different style, our design team will mock one up for free with no minimum order.
Is this a good Christmas spare tire cover for a Jeep Wrangler?
Yes — it’s one of the most-requested holiday designs for Wrangler tailgate-mounted spares. The green-and-red contrast pops against Bright White, Granite Crystal, Cyber Orange, and Sarge Green Wrangler paint. For December outdoor display we recommend Marine Grade Vinyl ($169, 5+ year lifespan, drawstring) or PU Leather ($129, 3–4 years, elastic band) for the sharpest color rendering on the spare.
Can I add custom text to the Grinch Wearing a Cap design?
Yes — you can add a family name, kid’s name, rig nickname, or a vintage-stitched holiday label above or beside the character at no extra cost. Send the wording at checkout or use our custom spare tire cover page. Free design proof, approval-first, no minimum order — we don’t print until you sign off.
Will the green print fade in direct sunlight?
No — all five materials use fade-resistant UV printing. Marine Grade Vinyl and Marine Grade Vinyl Lux carry a 5+ year lifespan rated for Florida coastal sun and Arizona heat. PU Leather and PVC are rated for 3–4 years; Polyester for 2–3 years. The Grinch-inspired green and red render sharpest on PU Leather and Marine Grade Vinyl.
Does this holiday design work on a Ford Bronco or Toyota 4Runner?
Yes — universal fit. A 6th-gen Ford Bronco typically takes a 33″ cover (LT255/75R17 stock), and a Toyota 4Runner typically takes a 32″ cover (LT265/70R17 stock). The free centered backup-camera hole works with the factory rear camera on both vehicles. For Bronco Sasquatch on 35-inch tires, choose 35″ at checkout.
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| PRICE | MATERIAL | Polyester – $69 (Lightweight & affordable), PVC – $99 (Durable & waterproof), PU Leather – $129 (Premium leather-look finish), Marine-Grade Vinyl Lux – $169 (Heavy-duty & UV resistant), Marine-Grade Vinyl Lux Package – $199 (Heavy-duty + Anti-theft + Priority shipping) |
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