If you own an automobile that you don’t often drive, such as a collectible car or recreational vehicle, save space on your property by parking it in another location. A storage unit provides a safe environment to store your vehicle, but you must prepare it first. Here’s some advice on how to get your automobile ready for stowing.

How to Prepare Your Car for Storage

1. Get an Oil Change

Old oil tends to become acidic, which may cause the interior of your engine to deteriorate. Get an oil change before you store the vehicle; this helps prevent damage to the engine and its mechanical components.

2. Protect Against Pests

When you store a vehicle, insects and rodents may crawl under the hood, leaving droppings on the interior and chewing through wiring. Protect your automobile with a cover to prevent these critters from causing cosmetic and mechanical damages. Also, ask the self-storage company about sealed compartments.

3. Clean the Interior & Exterior

Over time, dirt and debris can corrode the car’s body and cause rust to develop on the paint job. To avoid this, wash and wax the exterior before putting the vehicle into storage. Shampoo and vacuum the interior to prevent stains and odors from developing.

4. Rent the Right Size Unit

Select and lease a storage unit that accommodates the size of your vehicle. Ten-by-15 foot units typically fit most compact cars, while 10-by-20 foot sheds are optimal for trucks and SUVs.

When you need a safe place to park your vehicle, rent a storage unit from RobinBrooke Storage. This fenced and gated facility in Elizabethtown, KY, offers 24-hour access to all units on the property. Call (270) 737-1482 to inquire about personal, commercial, boat, or vehicle unit availability, and visit them online to learn more about unit sizes and rates.