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Car storage · Ocala, FL

Can You Work on a Car in a Storage Unit?

No, you can’t work on a car in a storage unit. Our storage units have no electricity, and repairs, oil and fluid changes, painting and other mechanical work aren’t allowed in the units or anywhere on the property. That’s the rule at most storage facilities, not just ours.
A 10x20 holds a car, parts and tools: $119/mo
First month FREE, no deposit, $29 admin fee (lock included)
Gate open 6am–10pm, every day
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Classic red convertible stored in an open drive-up storage unit with spare tires and a red toolbox beside it, Ocala, Florida
But here’s what we see every week in Ocala: the car doesn’t need a workshop. It needs a safe place to live between drives, between seasons or between homes.
And you can absolutely store a car in a storage unit. That’s exactly what one is for.
The short version
No work on cars, but yes to storing them. A 10x20 drive-up unit is $119/mo, first month FREE, month-to-month.
The rules

The Rules, Plainly

If you need a place to do the work, that’s your home garage or a local mechanic. What we’re great for is everything in between: keeping the car, parts and tools safe, dry and off the driveway.
Questions about a specific item? Check our storage FAQ or call us at (352) 629-7475.
  • No repairs or mechanical work in a storage unit or anywhere on the property, including oil and fluid changes and painting.
  • That includes our contractor garages and flex units. No automotive repair or mechanical work there either.
  • No power in the storage units. No outlets, so no tools, lifts, compressors or battery tenders.
  • Stored vehicles must be operable, registered and insured, and shouldn’t leak fluids.
  • No gas cans, propane or other flammables stored in the unit.
  • No running the engine inside a unit beyond driving in and out.
  • No living or sleeping in a storage unit, ever.
Local reasons

Why So Many Ocala Cars End Up in Storage

If you live in Marion County, you probably know at least one of these. Distances are approximate driving distances from our gate.
55+ COMMUNITIES · ABOUT 10.5–12.5 MILES

The downsized garage

Folks retire to Ocala’s gated 55+ communities off SR 200, like On Top of the World (about 12 miles from us), Indigo East (about 10.5 miles) and Del Webb Stone Creek (about 12.5 miles), and trade a three-car garage up north for a smaller garage or a carport. The classic, the convertible or the weekend car still matters. It just doesn’t fit at home anymore. See how Ocala seniors use storage and the Ocala collector’s dilemma.
Best fit: a 10x20 for the car plus parts
HOA NEIGHBORHOODS

The car with nowhere to park

Plenty of Ocala HOA neighborhoods limit street and overnight parking. When the driveway is full and the street is off-limits, the extra car needs a home. Vehicle and car storage solves it.
Best fit: a 10x20 or outdoor parking
APARTMENTS · ABOUT 5 MILES

The apartment extra car

Living at The Morgan at Ocala (about 5 miles) or Grand Reserve (about 5 miles), and the household has one more car than parking spaces? A 10x20 gives it an indoor spot with a lock on the door. More space-saving ideas for Ocala apartments.
Best fit: a 10x20
HORSE COUNTRY

The horse-country overflow

This is the Horse Capital of the World. Between trucks, trailers and farm equipment headed to the Florida Horse Park (about 8 miles) or the World Equestrian Center (about 12 miles), garages and barns fill up fast, and the extra vehicle ends up with us.
Best fit: outdoor parking or a 10x20
How it works

What Ocala Car Owners Use Their Storage Unit For

Small SUV stored in a drive-up storage unit with tires and a toolbox at Ocala Storage Park, 3804 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala FL
A typical car fits a 10x20 with room to open the doors and walk around it.
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Store the car
A typical car fits a 10x20 with room to open the doors and walk around it.
2
Keep parts, tools and tires with it
Parts, tires, toolboxes and gear go right next to the car. Gas cans and flammables can’t. Tips: make the most of the space.
3
Load at your door
Every unit is drive-up, and the gate is open 6am–10pm every day.
4
Come and go, for a weekend or a year
Take it to a car show and bring it back Sunday night. Every lease is month-to-month.
Car storage tips

Storing a Car in Florida: Quick Tips

Since there’s no power for a battery tender, a little prep goes a long way.
Battery
There’s no power for a battery tender, so disconnect the negative terminal to keep it from draining while it sits.
Fuel
Fill the tank and add a fuel stabilizer if it’ll sit more than a month.
Tires
Inflate to the recommended pressure, and take it for a drive now and then on longer stays.
Humidity
Florida air is wet. Clean the interior, leave no food and set a moisture absorber inside. More on Ocala’s rainy season.
Pests
Keep the cabin clean and consider a rodent deterrent around the tires.
Cover
Use a breathable car cover, not a plastic tarp, which traps moisture.
Paperwork: keep registration and insurance active. Both are required to store a vehicle here.
Sizes & prices

Storing a Car in Ocala: Sizes and Prices

SizeBest forPrice
10x20 storage unitOne car, with room for parts, tools and tires$119/mo
20x20 storage unitTwo cars side by side, or a car plus a lot of gear (limited availability)$259/mo
Outdoor parking, up to 20 ftA car or truck kept outside in the gated lot$75/mo
Outdoor parking 12x30 / 12x35Larger vehicles, trailers, RVs and boats$95/mo
First month FREE on every storage unit. Price Match Guarantee: show us a lower advertised rate for the same size drive-up unit in Ocala and we’ll match it (new rentals only). One-time $29 admin fee at move-in, lock included. No deposit.
Still deciding? Read when you actually need a 10x20 or finding a 10x20 in Ocala, and see what storage really costs per month. Not sure about size? Try the size guide or compare 10x10 vs 10x20. Current deals are on our specials page.
Local landmarks

Driving To or From These Spots? We’re Close By

Approximate driving distances from Ocala Storage Park at 3804 SE Lake Weir Ave.
Downtown Ocala Square
About 3 miles from us
Paddock Mall
About 5 miles from us
Silver Springs State Park
About 7.5 miles from us
Florida Horse Park
About 8 miles from us
I-75 & NW 49th St interchange
About 9.5 miles from us
World Equestrian Center
About 12 miles from us
On Top of the World
About 12 miles from us
The Villages
About 18 miles from us
Location

Where We Are

3804 SE Lake Weir Ave, Ocala, FL 34480, between South Ocala Animal Clinic and Splash Car Wash, just off US-27/US-301/US-441 and near the SE Maricamp Rd and Baseline Rd corridors. The facility is fenced, gated with keypad entry, well lit and on 24/7 video (what to look for in a secure facility). Family-owned and locally operated: we’re your neighbors, not a call center. Serving all of Marion County:
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FAQ

Car Storage: FAQs

Not sure your car or gear fits? Call or text us. A real local person answers.
CALL OR TEXT(352) 629-7475Office open Mon–Sun, 9 AM–6 PM See all storage FAQs →
Can I do small jobs, like changing a tire or a battery, in the storage unit?+
No. Mechanical work of any kind happens off-site. Drive the car to where the work gets done; the storage unit is where it lives.
You rent contractor garages. Can I work on my car in one of those?+
No. Our contractor garages and flex units aren’t for automotive work either. For repairs, use your home garage or a mechanic.
Is there electricity in the storage units?+
No, there are no outlets or power. That’s the main reason a storage unit can’t work as a workshop.
Does my car have to run to be stored?+
Yes. Any vehicle stored at Ocala Storage Park must be operable, registered and insured, and it shouldn’t leak fluids. A car that doesn’t run, or a project car up on stands, can’t be stored here.
Will my car fit?+
A typical car fits a 10x20 (200 sq ft) with room to walk around it. Two cars, or a car plus a lot of gear, go in a 20x20. Bigger vehicles go in outdoor parking.
Can I store parts and tools with the car?+
Yes. Parts, tires, toolboxes and equipment can all go in the same unit as the car. Gas cans and other flammables can’t.
I’m a snowbird. Can I store my car just for the summer?+
Yes. Every lease is month-to-month, so store it for exactly the months you’re away. Here are some snowbird storage hacks.
Is the facility secure for a valuable car?+
The facility is fenced and gated with keypad entry, well lit and on 24/7 video. Gate access is 6am–10pm daily. Ask us about tenant protection too.
Do you have climate-controlled units for cars?+
No. All our storage units are drive-up and non-climate-controlled. See the humidity tips above.
Ocala Storage Park · 3804 SE Lake Weir Ave

Storing a Car in Ocala? Start Here

First month FREE · 10x20 drive-up unit $119/mo · No deposit · Month-to-month. You’ll talk to a local, family-owned team, not a call center.