{"id":29863,"date":"2023-01-20T12:20:52","date_gmt":"2023-01-20T17:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americancollectors.com\/?p=29863"},"modified":"2023-06-29T15:56:17","modified_gmt":"2023-06-29T19:56:17","slug":"classic-car-storage-best-practices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americancollectors.com\/articles\/classic-car-storage-best-practices\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Practices for Classic Car Storage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
In a perfect world, classic car storage means that we would all have a \u201cGaraj Mahal\u201d to keep our favorite collector cars close at hand. But that\u2019s not the case for a lot of automotive enthusiasts, many of whom are actively searching for classic car storage ideas. We put together some \u201cdo\u2019s and dont\u2019s\u201d for you to consider when you\u2019re making a plan to store your classic car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Choosing the Right Place to Store Your Classic Car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If your local public storage provider has garages that fit your classic car, it\u2019s probably not the worst idea to store with them, right? Unfortunately, there are a lot of risks that come along with using a traditional storage location for your classic car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
To begin you\u2019ll want to read the fine print of the contract before you even consider <\/em>storing with a general-purpose facility. Many storage providers have a maximum permitted value for everything you have in the unit \u2013 and that value is sometimes as low as<\/em> $5,000. <\/em>Storing a vehicle with a value over the maximum can cause you hassles ranging from difficulties with a damage claim to an outright breach-of-contract situation where you might have to come get your car on very short notice, whether you\u2019re ready to do that or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But even once you\u2019ve verified that you\u2019re clear to store your classic car at a public facility, your worries are far from over. Who provides the lock, and how secure are those locks? How is access to the facility handled? Unless your needs are unusual, you should strongly consider a facility that limits access to the daylight hours. It\u2019s also worth discussing general security procedures. Is the facility verified empty at the end of every day, or is it possible for someone to spend all night drilling out your locks and figuring out how to steal your car?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You should also be aware that your insurance company will need to be notified of your storage location \u2013 and don\u2019t be surprised if they adjust your rate accordingly. Even the best general storage facilities are not as secure as the average home. Failing to do this can lead to some tough conversations with your insurer if your classic car is stolen or vandalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is also important to consider the storage unit itself. How well-secured is it from access via the units around it? Is there a camera facing the unit \u2013 and will the storage provider give you the footage if something happens? As strange as it sounds, many general storage facilities won\u2019t share any video footage, even if you filed a police report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While it\u2019s unpleasant to have roaches and other bugs in your storage unit, they\u2019re not nearly as bad as mice. Rodents can make havoc of classic-car wiring. One trick to try: before you actually take your car over to the storage unit, try leaving a spare wiring harness on the ground for a few weeks, then evaluate it. If something\u2019s been chewing on it \u2013 well, you can expect more of that to happen. Even without any obvious signs of mice or rats in the unit, it never hurts to put out a few mouse traps and check them periodically. If you see one mouse, assume there are fifty more where he came from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Given all the hassles and uncertainties discussed above, it\u2019s no surprise that many collectors choose a storage provider specifically tailored to classic or collector cars. The number of these facilities is growing rapidly, particularly along the coasts. You can expect much better security, cleanliness, and attention to detail at these facilities \u2013 but that doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t do a bit of due diligence before dropping your car off for the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In particular, you\u2019ll want to know how frequently your car will be driven or moved. If your storage provider uses \u201cstacker\u201d storage, and your car is at the bottom of that stacker, then it will be started and moved any time the owners above you want access to their cars. If you happen to share space with a weekend-warrior sports-car owner, that can be a few dozen extra cold starts a year \u2013 which in 6-volt cars or older cars can lead to a dead battery in a hurry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You should also get a sense of how and when your car will be evaluated for damage, and what happens if you discover damage that may have been done by the storage facility. This can turn into \u201che-said, she-said\u201d in a hurry. Full camera coverage in the storage unit can go a long way towards answering these kinds of questions. Last but not least, you should be aware of the services that are offered \u2013 and are not <\/em>offered \u2013 by your storage provider, ranging from detailing to winterization and small repair tasks. Will your garage keep air in your tires? If not, how easy will it be for you to do it locally?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Alternative: Additional Storage of Your Own<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have the space, zoning, and ability to put up your own storage space on your property, you\u2019ll be surprised how quickly it \u201cpays for itself\u201d compared to dedicated classic-car storage. There are multiple providers of high-quality steel storage buildings that can be put up (carefully) by two people. If your municipality prevents a steel shed, you can look at the numerous prefab wooden buildings options out there. In either case the cost not be extravagant. In fact, you are likely to find that the cost of putting in a concrete floor exceeds the cost of the building. You would want to do that if you can afford it, for reasons we\u2019ll discuss in a little bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Best Practices for Storing a Classic Car<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
So, you\u2019ve found a place, whether it\u2019s in a general purpose storage facility, a classic-car specialist, or on your own property. What\u2019s next?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preparing Classic Car for Storage<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In most cases, you should start with a thorough detail job, inside and out, paying particular attention to leather and vinyl surfaces. Confirm that the oil is in outstanding condition, as this can be a cause of internal corrosion if it\u2019s not. Fill the fuel tank and add a stabilizing agent. Overinflate the tires by a few psi. If your tires are subject to flat-spotting, consider the use of \u201ctire cradles\u201d to help keep them round. And you\u2019ll want at least one chock for the vehicle, so you can leave the parking brake off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Putting a cover on a car that is already in storage seems like overkill, but it\u2019s not. Indoor storage spaces are notorious for dirt and dust, some of which can be actively corrosive to your car\u2019s finish. There\u2019s also always a chance of animal damage to the paint. The good news is that you shouldn\u2019t need a multi-layer car cover like the ones you\u2019d use for outdoor storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your storage unit does not have a hard concrete floor, you should strongly consider putting a polyurethane tarp beneath your vehicle. This will help prevent moisture from coming out of the ground and rusting the underside, suspension, and fuel tank of your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Faced with all these tasks, some classic-car collectors decide to go all the way to a \u201ccar bubble.\u201d It\u2019s not a bad idea; a high-quality classic car bubble can go a long way towards preventing the vast majority of storage-related issues. And they are filtered so dust, insects, and animals don\u2019t get in along with the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Car bubbles aren\u2019t the answer for everyone. To begin with, you\u2019ll need continuous 110v power to the fan. And most bubbles won\u2019t deter a mouse or rat from chewing its way into your classic car. Nor are the fans immortal, so if you have no plans to see your car at all for year, you might want to think about another method. (You could always put a cover on beneath the bubble, if you\u2019re concerned.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other \u201cprep steps\u201d that are worth considering: disconnecting or (better yet) removing the battery, covering the tailpipe and air intake, and taking the stereo head unit home with you. It almost goes without saying that you shouldn\u2019t use your classic car to store other valuables \u2013 but people do, including coin collections and jewelry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Should You Start Your Classic Car Periodically?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The answer to this question is tougher than most people think. If you\u2019re storing a two-year-old Honda, then yes \u2013 <\/em>start it and run it for twenty minutes as often as you can. A car from the brass era, or a rare racer? Then it gets complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most experts agree that your \u201ccycle\u201d should go something like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Start the car and let all fluids reach operating temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Operate the HVAC in all settings for a while, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Operate the transmission and move the car slightly to prevent flat-spotting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Confirm that the battery is charging properly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Shut down and seal the car back up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
That being said, there are a lot of delicate classic cars for which the above routine will do nothing but add wear. Imagine you have a vintage race car that can run 30 hours between engine rebuilds. Do you want to burn 3 hours of that every winter? The majority of classic cars from the Fifties and forward, however, do <\/em>benefit from being run periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Else Should I Consider?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019ve been thoughtful about the above issues, and you understand your car reasonably well, there is no reason you can\u2019t enjoy years of trouble-free storage. When in doubt, however, you should consult an expert. In particular, you shouldn\u2019t just try to \u201cget home\u201d at the end of your storage season if your car isn\u2019t running well. Have it towed to your garage and shop. Everyone knows the story of the car that \u201cran when parked\u201d, and it usually ends with serious mechanical damage. There\u2019s only so much you can diagnose and repair in a storage unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One last thing: if you\u2019re going to sell your classic car out of storage, it\u2019s never a bad idea to fire it up and meet potential buyers somewhere else. It will give your a car a chance to get some exercise, and it can prevent giving potential thieves a leg up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storing a classic car isn\u2019t always easy, and there are plenty of pitfalls \u2013 but a lot of owners say that the joy they get from taking their car out of storage periodically is like buying it all over again. Which isn\u2019t a bad feeling at all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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