Classic Car Storage & Management
Provide climate-controlled storage and care for classic cars
Overview
Classic car storage facilities charge $200-$800 monthly per vehicle.
Storing 30-100 vehicles generates $150,000-$800,000 annually with 60-80% margins after facility and labor costs.
In 2025, collectors need secure climate-controlled storage for valuable classics.
Services include climate-controlled indoor storage, battery maintenance and tenders, periodic starting and exercise, detailing and maintenance, security and monitoring, and concierge services (transportation to shows).
Successful storage facilities provide secure access-controlled buildings, climate control preventing deterioration, maintain vehicles properly, offer management services, provide insurance documentation, and build trust with collectors.
Can offer various service levels.
Marketing through classic car clubs, dealers, auctions, and collector networks.
Required Skills
- Facility Management
- Classic Car Care
- Security Systems
- Customer Relations
- Insurance Knowledge
- Maintenance Protocols
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Recurring monthly storage income
- Long-term collector relationships
- Multiple service revenue streams
- Classic cars increasing in value
- Professional storage in demand
Cons
- Very high facility investment
- Long time to fill facility
- Insurance and liability costs
- Need secure climate-controlled building
- Competition from general storage
How to Get Started
- Secure climate-controlled facility
- Install security and monitoring systems
- Develop maintenance protocols
- Set pricing tiers for service levels
- Market to collectors and clubs
- Provide insurance documentation
- Build trust through professional management
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