Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I pick up or drop off my car outside business hours?
A. Yes! We require a one-hour notice before we close during normal business hours. We have an after-hours parking area that will securely hold your car until business operations resume.
Q. Are you insured?
A. Yes! We're fully insured to store your vehicle, however each vehicle must be registered and insured with your insurance company, and our facility named as a garaging address.
Q. How secure is your facility?
A. Our facilities are equipped with a monitored burglar alarm and advanced camera system. Door access is controlled by a key card system allowing us to control access throughout the building.
Q. Do you have battery tenders?
A. Yes! Every single spot in our storage area has a closely located power outlet, and allocating battery tenders is part of the on-boarding process.
Q. Can anyone come into your facility and take photos of the cars?
A. Our facilities are not open to the general public, and we require visits to be scheduled in advance. On occasion, Garage 42 will take photos of customer vehicles with permission.
Q. Can I store my car for a short period of time?
A. Our minimum storage period is 2 months, and we offer a discount for 1-year commitments.
Q. Can I have someone other than myself come by to pick up my car?
A. Yes, we’ll need a confirmation from you to authorize this. Once authorized, that person will be able to pick up your car.
Collector Car Storage & Services
Q. What types of vehicles do you store at Garage 42?
A. Garage 42 specializes in climate-controlled storage for collector, exotic, vintage, and enthusiast vehicles. Our purpose-built facility is located in Acton, Massachusetts, serving members throughout Greater Boston and across New England.
Q. Can I store multiple vehicles from my collection?
A. Absolutely. Garage 42 accommodates everything from individual vehicles to multi-car collections. Members can also take advantage of our detailing, enclosed transportation, service coordination, and collection management services, all from one location.
Q. Do you store exotic and high-value vehicles?
A. Yes. Garage 42 specializes in the storage and care of high-value collector and enthusiast vehicles, including Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, McLaren, and other exotic marques, as well as classic, vintage, and specialty automobiles.
Q. Can you transport my vehicle to and from Garage 42?
A. Yes. Garage 42 operates enclosed vehicle transportation and can coordinate pickup and delivery for members throughout Greater Boston, New England, and beyond.
Q. What is included with climate-controlled car storage?
A. Garage 42 storage includes climate-controlled indoor storage, battery tending, vehicle covers, security and monitoring, along with additional benefits depending on membership level.
Q. Can Garage 42 manage my vehicle while I'm traveling or living elsewhere?
A. Yes. Many members use Garage 42 as an extension of their own garage. Our team can coordinate detailing, transportation, maintenance, repairs, inspections, and other vehicle needs while the vehicle is in our care.
Q. Do you offer Paint Protection Film (PPF) and ceramic coating?
A. Yes. Garage 42 offers professional PPF and ceramic coating services for collector, exotic, performance, and enthusiast vehicles. Services range from targeted and full-front PPF protection to full-vehicle applications and multi-year ceramic coating packages.
Q. Should I choose PPF, ceramic coating, or both?
A. PPF and ceramic coatings serve different purposes and can work extremely well together. PPF provides a physical barrier against rock chips, road debris, and other impacts, while ceramic coatings provide long-term gloss, hydrophobic properties, and protection from environmental contaminants. Our team can recommend the right combination based on your vehicle and how you use it.