As the future becomes increasingly swamped with electric cars, classic cars will become far more distinguishable, treasured, and iconic. There is no prouder feeling than owning one. Just like a famous painting, classic cars need to be protected at all times, avoiding both harsh weather conditions and neglect. If a car is not in use, then it’s important to ensure that it will be kept in good condition, safe and out of harm’s way.
What happens if you neglect your classic or prestige car?
The chances are that you’ve made a great investment to own your particular car or have had it in the family for years. No matter what your story is, it can be easy to think your car is safe on your drive. However, in reality, there are many problems which can arise – especially when it comes to humidity and the threat of bypassers.
Unfortunately, cars become prone to damage the longer they aren’t in use. This, in turn, reduces their worth and can become an expensive problem to fix. Problems such as engine shutdowns and chipped paintwork are just a handful of the negatives which can arise, which no car owner wishes to encounter! Luckily, there are many specialists who can provide you with the perfect solution: dehumidified storage.
Trusting dehumidified storage
A classic car is a masterpiece, one which should be kept in the greatest care. As mentioned previously, humidity brings one of the greatest risks to cars, but luckily, there are storage options available to avoid this issue – dehumidified storage.
First, it’s important to know the basics. All of the air in the world has a certain level of moisture, and in the world of cars, we call this ‘relative humidity’, also known as RH. As moisture is one of the root causes of car problems, it’s recommended to keep a vulnerable car at levels between 40-60% RH. If the percentage is too low, then materials like wood and leather will be prone to drying out. If too high, rust is expected to form. Of course, the relative humidity can’t be kept to chance, so keeping your car in specialised dehumidified storage is extremely important. Here at AutoVault, our computer-controlled de-humidifiers achieve a relative humidity no higher than 55%. This is important as oxidation of steel (rust) cannot be formed below this RH.
Dehumidified storage options
Keeping your car in a dehumidified environment is surprisingly cheap, and far more cost-effective than letting any damage take its toll. If you’re serious about protecting your car(s), then trusting a commended car storage service will be the best choice to make. These storage units are anonymous in location and kept with the utmost security. Not only this but the humidity is frequently monitored, saving you the worry of constant check-ups.
Enjoy being a hassle-free car owner
When you keep your valuable assets tucked away in dehumidified storage, you’ll never have the worry about security or damage again. If you would like further guidance on keeping your car in dehumidified storage, do not hesitate to contact us. Whether you own your car for leisure or business; we’ll have the storage solution for you.
