Whether you need short-term vehicle storage between moves or long-term car storage for a classic you want kept safe, Rent a Space has a secure, flexible solution across Sydney and Canberra.
Car self-storage solutions
Depending on your needs, whether parking for the work commute or keeping a treasured vehicle safe and secure, we have a convenient and compatible storage option.
Car self storage at Rent a Space suits travellers, classic car owners, people between homes, and businesses with idle fleet vehicles. Providing drive-up access, security alarms, and CCTV security cameras across selected locations.
Reserve your unit, pay the first month on move-in day, and you’re in. You lock it, you keep the key, with access 365 days a year from 6 am to 9 pm. Month to month, no lock-in contracts.
What is car storage and who needs it?
Car storage is a dedicated, secure space at a self storage facility for keeping your vehicle when it can’t stay at home or when leaving it on the street isn’t an option.
People use it for all sorts of reasons. Travellers heading overseas for weeks or months who don’t want a vehicle sitting exposed on the street. Classic and collector car owners who won’t risk weather damage or theft.
People mid-move, between settlements or staying somewhere temporarily without a garage. Seasonal vehicle owners whose motorcycles or campervans only come out in warmer months. Businesses with a fleet vehicle sitting idle between contracts.
If any of those sound familiar, car self storage at Rent a Space is worth a call.
Home parking vs professional car storage: what’s the difference?
Driveways and street parking expose vehicles to weather damage, UV fading, bird droppings, and the risk of theft or vandalism. There’s no monitoring and no one keeping an eye on things while you’re away.
Professional vehicle storage changes that:
- CCTV security cameras always covering the facility
- Individually alarmed units with PIN-code gated entry
- Protection from the elements, whether covered or indoors
- 365-day access so you can get to your vehicle when you need it
- Peace of mind that comes from a managed, secure facility
For a classic car, a vehicle left during a long trip, or anything you’d genuinely miss if something went wrong, dedicated car storage is the practical choice.
What storage options are available for cars and vehicles?
Rent a Space offers three main types of vehicle storage depending on the facility:
- Indoor car storage: Your vehicle is kept inside a secure unit, fully protected from rain, sun, and temperature shifts. Best for classic cars, prestige vehicles, and anything stored long-term.
- Covered car storage: A sheltered outdoor space protecting the vehicle from direct weather exposure. A solid middle ground between full indoor storage and open parking.
- Outdoor vehicle storage: Open-air parking within a secured, gated facility. Suits everyday vehicles, trailers, and larger items that don’t need full enclosure.
Availability varies by location. Call our team on 8758 0000 to confirm which options are available near you before booking.
Why choose professional car storage?
- Protects your vehicle’s condition: Away from weather, UV, and road exposure, your car stays in better shape for longer.
- Preserves value: A well-stored vehicle, especially a classic, holds its value better than one left exposed.
- Frees up your driveway: Useful when you’re between homes, renovating, or simply have one vehicle too many.
- Flexible terms: Month to month, no lock-in contracts, 2 weeks’ notice to leave. Works for a fortnight or a year.
- Secure and managed: CCTV security cameras, individual alarms, and gated PIN access at every facility.
- StoreProtect insurance available: Optional contents cover for added peace of mind.
What should I know before storing a vehicle?
A few simple steps before drop-off make a real difference, especially for long-term vehicle storage:
- Wash the exterior before storing: Bird droppings and road grime left on paint cause damage over time, even indoors.
- Check tyre pressure: Sitting at the wrong pressure for months flattens tyres unevenly. Top them up on the way in.
- Fill the fuel tank: A full tank reduces moisture build-up inside the fuel system.
- Disconnect or maintain the battery: For extended storage, disconnect it or use a trickle charger to keep it topped up.
- Notify your insurer: Advise your vehicle insurer of the storage address when you move in, as some policies have specific requirements around where a vehicle is kept.
What types of vehicles can be stored?
Rent a Space stores more than just cars. Depending on the facility:
- Cars: Everyday vehicles, prestige cars, and classics needing indoor car storage or covered protection.
- Motorcycles: Secure, off-street vehicle storage units for bikes between rides or over winter.
- Trailers: A practical option when street parking isn’t permitted or space at home runs out.
- Boats: Boat storage at selected Sydney facilities for small to medium watercraft.
- Caravans and campervans: Caravan storage available at several locations with drive-up access and flexible terms.
Not every facility stores every vehicle type. Call 8758 0000 to confirm availability before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Car storage is a secure, dedicated space at a self storage facility for keeping your vehicle when it can’t be kept at home. It suits everyday cars, classics, motorcycles, and other personal vehicles needing off-street or indoor protection.
Self-storage covers a broad range of unit types for household goods, business inventory, and personal belongings. Car storage is a specific type of self-storage with drive-up access, higher clearance, and spaces designed around vehicle dimensions. At Rent a Space, car self storage sits within our wider self storage solutions, alongside personal, business, and commercial options.
Reserve a unit, move in on a date that suits you, and pay the first month upfront. After that, it’s month to month. You hold the key and have access to your vehicle 365 days a year from 6 am to 9 pm. Two weeks’ notice when you’re ready to leave, and we refund unused rent.
Yes. Every Rent a Space facility has CCTV security cameras, individually alarmed units, and PIN-code gated access. You lock your unit and keep the key. StoreProtect is available as an optional insurance add-on.
Selected facilities offer indoor and covered car storage. Availability varies by location. Call our team on 8758 0000 to confirm what’s available near you.
As long as you need. No lock-in contracts, no minimum term. Short-term and long-term vehicle storage work the same way. Month to month, 2 weeks’ notice to leave.
Cars, motorcycles, trailers, and at selected locations, boats and caravans. Call 8758 0000 to confirm availability at your preferred facility.
Store your car with Rent a Space today
17 locations across Sydney and Canberra. Month-to-month terms. No lock-in contracts. CCTV security cameras, individually alarmed units, and a team that picks up the phone.
If there’s anything else you need to store alongside your vehicle, our free truck and driver move-in* service takes care of the heavy lifting.
Price match promise | Free truck and driver move-in* | Individually alarmed units | StoreProtect | 365-day access
* Conditions Apply
