Where to Store Your Classic Car: The Best Indoor & Outdoor Storage Options
Looking for a vehicle storage option for your classic car? Depending on what type of car you have and where you live, there are a variety of ways to store your vehicle. Check out this guide to the best storage options for classic cars!
Find a spot at home where you can set up a car shed for your classic car! By storing your vehicle in a car shed, you can free up space in your garage or driveway and give your car a place of its own. A car shed also provides a space to work on your car while keeping it safe from the elements.
Pros
Protects your car from the elements
Can be set up next to your home or in your backyard
Saves space in a regular garage
Can be locked up to provide secure storage for your car
Cons
Could be expensive to construct
Requires maintenance of the structure
May need approval from HOA or the city to add
Before You Store
Make sure the shed has insulation and is waterproof to protect your car
An enclosed car trailer is a versatile storage option for your vehicle. Your classic car will be protected from the elements inside a trailer, and you’ll get a lot of use from the trailer if you’re often on the go and want to easily transport your classic car to car shows!
Pros
Protects your car from the elements
Could store more than one vehicle, depending on the size of the trailer
Traveling with your classic car is easier with a trailer
Saves space in a regular garage
Can be locked up to provide secure storage for your car
Cons
Expensive to buy and maintain
Some HOAs could restrict trailers from being parked at home
Trailers and the vehicle(s) inside can be exposed to theft
Before You Store
Buy a tow lock and padlock for your car trailer to prevent theft
Park your classic car inside your garage at home for a secure auto storage option! Not only is storing in your garage convenient and cost-free, but it also keeps your vehicle out of the elements. And the best part is that you easily can take your classic car out whenever the weather’s nice!
Pros
Protects your car from the elements
Provides easy access to your car
Storing your car at home doesn’t come with additional costs
Your car is secure in your garage
Cons
Takes up space and can limit how many vehicles can be stored in your garage
Could collect dirt and dust or be exposed to pests if not properly covered
Could get damaged by other vehicles pulling in and out of the garage
Consider renting a space for your vehicle at a facility specifically designed for storing classic cars. These auto storage facilities typically control their environments to maintain proper air quality, waterproofing, and weather sealing that help protect classic cars in long-term storage.
Pros
Protects your car from the elements
Provides air cooling and/or heating
More advanced security features
Good air quality to help protect your car
Cons
This kind of facility might not be available in your area
Can be an expensive option for storage
Might have restricted access to your car
Could have restrictions on what type of car you can store there
Before You Store
You will need to have proof of insurance and registration for your car
Change out the car’s oil, fill up the gas tank, and remove the battery
If you’re unable to store your classic car at home, you can always keep your vehicle in a storage unit at a self storage facility. This option provides drive-up access and a space to park your vehicle inside a garage-like structure. Keeping your classic car inside a drive-up storage unit is ideal for keeping your vehicle safe.
Pros
Protects your car from the elements
More advanced security features
Self storage facilities that offer vehicle storage are easier to find
Cons
More expensive than outdoor storage at a self storage facility
Access hours may be restricted
Before You Store
You will need to have proof of insurance and registration for your car
Change out the car’s oil, fill up the gas tank, and remove the battery
Check the tire pressure and add air, if necessary
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It may be an obvious choice, but you can always store your classic car in your home driveway to keep an eye on it. This option helps save you from storage fees and provides easy access to your vehicle.
Pros
Allows you to keep an eye on your vehicle
Keeps your car easily accessible
Good for quick car maintenance
No storage fees
Cons
Takes up space in your driveway
You will have to move around your car when you use your driveway
Exposes your vehicle to the elements, pests, and potential theft
If you don’t have a garage and don’t want to take up a lot of space in a driveway, you could add a car port. These act as an extension of your home, providing some coverage for vehicles stored at home.
Pros
Easy to build off of your home
Provides some protection from the elements
Keeps your car easily accessible
Cons
May need approval from HOA or the city to add
Doesn’t provide protection from extreme temperatures and pests
This car storage option is great if don’t have enough space at home and live in an area with a mild climate. Renting outdoor storage is also more affordable than indoor or covered car storage at a self storage facility.
Pros
More advanced security features
Self storage facilities that offer vehicle storage are easier to find
Some facilities may even offer covered outdoor storage
Cheaper than indoor storage at a self storage facility
Cons
Exposes your vehicle to the elements and pests
Access hours may be restricted
Before You Store
Find a storage facility with good security measures in place
Get a weatherproof cover to help protect your car
You will need to have proof of insurance and registration for your car
Change out the car’s oil, fill up the gas tank, and remove the battery
Check the tire pressure and add air, if necessary
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