{"id":14659,"date":"2024-07-30T13:50:07","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T20:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=14659"},"modified":"2024-12-13T15:45:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T22:45:45","slug":"classic-car-storage-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/classic-car-storage-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"The Cost of Classic Car Storage in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Classic car storage<\/strong> and <strong>traditional car storage <\/strong>are not the same thing. For starters, the cost of storing a classic car can be up to 25% higher, especially when renting through a facility that goes the extra mile with amenities (e.g.<em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/do-i-need-climate-controlled-storage\/\"><em>climate control<\/em><\/a><em>, extra security, and better insurance plans suitable for luxury vehicles <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rare-classic-cars\/\"><em>like these<\/em><\/a><em> ).<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you decide to go the classic car storage route, <strong>note that the cost will vary by location.<\/strong> If you are in the market for a classic car and want to evaluate all costs before you jump in, this is the information you need to determine the cost of classic car storage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"understanding-classic-car-storage-costs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Classic Car Storage Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you get too far into this guide, it&rsquo;s important to remember that your<strong> city&rsquo;s cost of living will impact the cost of classic car storage.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prices will, undoubtedly, vary <strong>depending on location<\/strong> and the <strong>type of unit. <\/strong>As a general rule of thumb, urban storage facilities typically charge higher prices simply because of a lack of space and increased demand&ndash;whereas rural areas tend to offer more affordable options<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$130<\/strong> in <strong>Las Vegas<\/strong> for a 10&rsquo; by 20&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300<\/strong> in <strong>Los Angeles<\/strong> for a 10&rsquo; by 20&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$750<\/strong> in <strong>New York<\/strong> for a 10&rsquo; by 15&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$90<\/strong> in <strong>Houston <\/strong>for a 10&rsquo; by 20&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$200<\/strong> in <strong>Miami<\/strong> for a 10&rsquo; by 20&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$600 <\/strong>in <strong>San Francisco <\/strong>for a 10&rsquo; by 15&rsquo; unit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>But what size of unit do I need for a classic car? And once I find the right size, will I be able to store a vehicle in a traditional drive-up storage unit, typically intended for decorations, furniture, and old high-school yearbooks? <\/em>These are both valid questions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The short answer is that a <strong>10&rsquo; x 20&rsquo;-foot unit can generally accommodate most vehicles<\/strong>, including sedans and light-duty trucks, while a 25-foot storage space might be necessary for larger trucks, full-size vans, or other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/buying-a-car-for-business\/\">fleet vehicles<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most classic cars, a<strong> 10 x 20&rsquo;-foot unit is large enough.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on whether you can park a car in a storage unit, read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/can-you-park-a-car-in-a-storage-unit\/\">this guide<\/a>. <em>(Summed up briefly, yes, many storage facilities allow renters to store their vehicles in drive-up units, but it&rsquo;s best to review every facility&rsquo;s policy as a precaution).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=Car%20Storage&amp;storing=Vehicle\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-car-storage\">How Neighbor is changing car storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on car storage, on average. No rate hikes.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M23.5226 35.6271C22.4882 35.58 21.6115 36.3805 21.5644 37.415C21.5174 38.4495 22.3179 39.3262 23.3524 39.3732L33.6649 39.8419C34.6993 39.889 35.576 39.0885 35.6231 38.054C35.6701 37.0196 34.8696 36.1428 33.8351 36.0958L23.5226 35.6271Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M8.06284 46.7257L4.92731 46.3338C2.11239 45.9819 0 43.589 0 40.7522V35.7872C0 31.5616 3.48915 28.1702 7.71303 28.2903L7.81335 28.2931L15.0402 22.6234C18.2515 20.104 22.2671 18.834 26.3432 19.0485L35.2251 19.516C37.8612 19.6547 40.3166 20.8983 41.9882 22.9414L47.9327 30.2068L52.8988 31.4484C57.0722 32.4917 60 36.2416 60 40.5434V41.2501C60 44.3567 57.4816 46.8751 54.375 46.8751H49.9935C48.9402 49.0923 46.6804 50.6251 44.0625 50.6251C41.4446 50.6251 39.1848 49.0923 38.1315 46.8751H19.9935C18.9402 49.0923 16.6804 50.6251 14.0625 50.6251C11.3862 50.6251 9.08411 49.0231 8.06284 46.7257ZM17.3549 25.5738C19.8526 23.6143 22.9758 22.6264 26.1461 22.7933L28.125 22.8975V29.1746L13.5795 28.5357L17.3549 25.5738ZM31.875 29.3394V23.0948L35.028 23.2608C36.6096 23.344 38.0829 24.0902 39.0859 25.316L42.7692 29.818L31.875 29.3394ZM8.36976 32.0604L46.6037 33.74L51.9893 35.0864C54.4933 35.7124 56.25 37.9623 56.25 40.5434V41.2501C56.25 42.2857 55.4105 43.1251 54.375 43.1251H50.5585C50.1036 39.9448 47.3686 37.5001 44.0625 37.5001C40.7564 37.5001 38.0214 39.9448 37.5665 43.1251H20.5585C20.1036 39.9448 17.3686 37.5001 14.0625 37.5001C10.8387 37.5001 8.15775 39.8248 7.6046 42.8892L5.39244 42.6127C4.45413 42.4954 3.75 41.6978 3.75 40.7522V39.3751H5.625C6.66053 39.3751 7.5 38.5357 7.5 37.5001C7.5 36.4646 6.66053 35.6251 5.625 35.6251H3.75344C3.83995 33.5884 5.54887 31.9803 7.60652 32.0387L8.36976 32.0604ZM11.25 44.0626C11.25 42.5093 12.5092 41.2501 14.0625 41.2501C15.6158 41.2501 16.875 42.5093 16.875 44.0626C16.875 45.6159 15.6158 46.8751 14.0625 46.8751C12.5092 46.8751 11.25 45.6159 11.25 44.0626ZM44.0625 46.8751C42.5092 46.8751 41.25 45.6159 41.25 44.0626C41.25 42.5093 42.5092 41.2501 44.0625 41.2501C45.6158 41.2501 46.875 42.5093 46.875 44.0626C46.875 45.6159 45.6158 46.8751 44.0625 46.8751Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"keep-your-car-nearby\">Keep your car nearby<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Find trusted car storage just minutes from where you live.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M30 7.5C25.5499 7.5 21.1998 8.8196 17.4997 11.2919C13.7996 13.7643 10.9157 17.2783 9.21272 21.3896C7.50975 25.501 7.06417 30.025 7.93234 34.3895C8.80051 38.7541 10.9434 42.7632 14.0901 45.9099C17.2368 49.0566 21.2459 51.1995 25.6105 52.0677C29.975 52.9358 34.4991 52.4903 38.6104 50.7873C42.7217 49.0843 46.2357 46.2004 48.7081 42.5003C51.1804 38.8002 52.5 34.4501 52.5 30C52.5 24.0326 50.1295 18.3097 45.9099 14.0901C41.6903 9.87053 35.9674 7.5 30 7.5ZM41.5295 26.7545C42.7193 25.5646 42.7193 23.6354 41.5295 22.4455C40.3396 21.2556 38.4104 21.2556 37.2205 22.4455L26.7061 32.96L22.7795 29.0334C21.5896 27.8435 19.6604 27.8435 18.4705 29.0334C17.2807 30.2232 17.2807 32.1524 18.4705 33.3423L24.5516 39.4234C25.123 39.9948 25.898 40.3158 26.7061 40.3158C27.5142 40.3158 28.2891 39.9948 28.8605 39.4234L41.5295 26.7545Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"storage-made-simple\">Storage made simple<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Don't settle for stone age tech and long contracts. Neighbor makes it easy.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t    <\/section>\r\n\t\t    <footer>\r\n\t\t      <button>Search nearby car storage <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t        <\/svg>\r\n\t\t      <\/button>\r\n\t\t    <\/footer>\r\n\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t<\/div>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"self-storage-units-for-classic-cars\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Self-Storage Units for Classic Cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many classic car owners, the first point of concern is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/storage-unit-costs\/\">self-storage unit prices<\/a>. <em>How much will it cost to store my classic or collectible vehicle? <\/em>The answer is the cost depends on the type of car storage. If you opt for a traditional self-storage unit&ndash;<em>which is typically the easiest type to find, especially if you&rsquo;re looking for climate-controlled storage<\/em>&mdash;<strong>the national average price for a 10&rsquo;x20&rsquo; storage unit is about $150 per month <\/strong>(non-climate-controlled).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most self-storage facilities are well-secured <em>(Check out our guide on &ldquo;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/are-storage-units-safe-stay-safe-with-personal-storage\/\"><em>Are storage units safe<\/em><\/a><em>?&rdquo;) <\/em>Security features to look for include <strong>gated access<\/strong>, <strong>ample lighting<\/strong>,<strong> video surveillance<\/strong>, and more. You&rsquo;ll want to ensure you are the only one with access to your classic car.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The majority of units in a typical storage facility are either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-a-10x15-storage-unit\/\">10&rsquo;x15&rsquo;<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/10x20-storage-unit-ultimate-guide-10x20-storage-unit\/\">10&rsquo;x20&rsquo;<\/a> in size. Some offer 10&rsquo;x25&rsquo; sizes, which will give you plenty of room for a larger vehicle or even some of your additional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/classic-car-accessories\/\">car accessories<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When storing in a traditional self-storage unit, the most important logistical consideration is the door height. <strong>Storage units are usually around 7 feet 8 inches high<\/strong>, so be aware of the clearance your classic car needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"climate-controlled-storage-units-are-they-worth-it-for-classic-car-owners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Climate-Controlled Storage Units: Are They Worth It for Classic Car Owners?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When choosing a storage unit, one of the major decisions you&rsquo;ll have to make is whether or not you need a climate-controlled space. Climate control is more expensive, but it does provide more protection for a classic car.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regulating temperatures inside your storage unit can help stabilize battery and fluid levels, prevent damage to the exterior, mitigate rust, and keep your car&rsquo;s paint and plastic components in stellar condition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note that the average cost of a 10&rsquo;x20&rsquo; storage unit with climate control is closer to $200 per month<\/strong>, <em>which is more than the $150 average for non-climate-controlled units of the same size dimensions.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"cost-of-car-condos-and-specialized-facilities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of Car Condos and Specialized Facilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-storage options may not work for everyone, and some car collectors prefer specialized collector car storage facilities, <em>often referred to as <\/em><strong><em>car condos<\/em><\/strong><em>. <\/em>These condo spaces will fall into one of two categories: club spaces and commercial spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"club-spaces\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Club Spaces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Club spaces (that qualify as types of car condos) typically require a membership fee and function as a social club in addition to providing car storage. They offer a community atmosphere where car collectors and owners can gather and share knowledge&ndash;<em>or just shoot the breeze.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"commercial-spaces\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commercial Spaces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Commercial car condos are designed with classic car owners&rsquo; needs in mind. They offer <strong>secure and climate-controlled environments<\/strong>, <strong>on-site maintenance,<\/strong> <strong>detailing services<\/strong>, and <strong>car<\/strong> <strong>wash bays.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prices for car condos vary based on location, services, and amenities offered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>While these facilities can be more expensive than traditional storage units,<\/strong> they provide a level of convenience and community that many car owners find is worth the money.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=Car%20Storage&amp;storing=Vehicle\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-car-storage\">Save up to $1,200\/year on car storage<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"comparing-the-cost-of-indoor-vs-outdoor-car-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparing the Cost of Indoor vs. Outdoor Car Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you decide that a traditional self-storage unit is right for you (out of the three options), you&rsquo;ll need to choose between an indoor and outdoor space. Besides their different pricing structures, with different pricing, indoor vs. outdoor storage spaces lend much different experiences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non-Climate-Controlled Indoor Units: <\/strong>Typically range from $50 to $200 per month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdoor Car Storage:<\/strong> Generally costs less, ranging from $30 to $100 per month.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prices vary by location. Take Charlotte, North Carolina, for example. This is what you can expect for both indoor <em>and<\/em> outdoor vehicle storage:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Indoor Vehicle Storage<\/strong>: Averages between $150 and $250 per month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdoor Storage<\/strong>: Ranges from $75 to $150 per month.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/car-storage-everything-for-indoor-vehicle-storage\/\">Indoor storage offers better protection<\/a> for classic cars. You won&rsquo;t have to worry about weather, vandalism, and UV exposure. If you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/are-classic-cars-a-good-investment\/\">retain the value of your investment<\/a> and keep your vehicle in pristine condition, indoor storage is recommended.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Covered car storage<\/strong>, a type of outdoor storage, serves as a cost-effective middle ground. You can find spaces for as cheap as <strong>$50 a month<\/strong> for covered parking, helping you keep costs down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Uncovered vehicle parking spaces<\/strong>, on the other hand, can be as cheap as <strong>$30 per month.<\/strong> Just make sure to consider the damage that can happen when taking this route. <em>Note: Many car owners who take <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/storing-a-car-outside-the-right-way\/\"><em>advantage of outdoor units<\/em><\/a><em> also invest in car covers to compensate for the lack of overhead\/side coverage<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the end, the indoor or covered storage solution can help you avoid having to invest more money into your classic car (in the form of repairs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"short-term-vs-long-term-storage-costs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short-Term vs. Long-Term Storage Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/classic-car-storage\/\">shopping for classic car storage<\/a> and want to find the best deal, make sure you consider the short-term vs. long-term storage costs. You almost always get a better deal on long-term storage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most storage facilities offer daily, monthly, and annual rates. <strong>Sometimes, paying the annual rate upfront can help you save up to a month&rsquo;s rent <\/strong>(at least half<em> a month).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan to store your classic car for a long time, make sure that you check off these important maintenance tasks to extend its lifespan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Draining the gas tank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintaining the battery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking and adjusting tire pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing the oil and oil filter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleaning and waxing the exterior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Placing a cover over the vehicle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular inspections to avoid issues like rust and mechanical deterioration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most classic car owners find that storing their car for a few weeks or months is still considered short-term. <strong>When you plan to leave your car idle for several months or more, you&rsquo;ll need to take the necessary to prevent damage.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you are a classic car owner, you&rsquo;ll find that proper storage is the best way to protect your investment. Whether you are a first-time buyer or a long-term collector, balancing storage for your daily driver and your classic car can be a logistics issue. Consider Neighbor, a peer-to-peer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/car-storage-near-me\">car storage marketplace<\/a> with storage options in all 50 states. Most of the pricing for Neighbor storage is 50% lower than traditional storage options &ndash; you may even have room in your budget to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-buy-a-classic-car\/\">buy another classic car!<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"where-is-the-best-place-to-store-a-classic-car\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the Best Place to Store a Classic Car?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best place to store a classic car is in a climate-controlled indoor storage facility. 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