Once the first cold snap hits the shoreline, a lot of drivers near Westerly start looking for somewhere to park the summer car, the project car or the motorcycle until spring. The driveway fills up, the street gets plowed, and the garage is already full. WES STOR offers outdoor winter car storage at 7 Elmata Ave in Pawcatuck, CT, just across the Pawcatuck River from Westerly, RI and minutes off I-95. This guide covers what it costs, which vehicles it suits, how to get a car or motorcycle ready, and how to reserve a spot.
Winter car storage near Westerly, RI: what it costs
Vehicle storage at WES STOR starts at $85 a month. The same starting rate covers everything parked on the lot:
- Cars: from $85 a month
- Motorcycles: from $85 a month
- Boats on trailers, jet skis, RVs and campers: from $85 a month
- Utility trailers: from $85 a month
Spots are open year round, so a car can stay for the winter only or for as long as you need long term car storage. Storage is outdoors in a gated, well-lit lot with cameras.
Who outdoor vehicle storage fits
Outdoor storage works best for vehicles that just need a safe place to sit for a few months:
- Summer cars and convertibles that only come out for the drive to Watch Hill or Misquamicut
- Second cars that are crowding the driveway once snow season starts
- Project cars waiting on parts or on a free weekend in spring
- Motorcycles that are done for the season once the roads get salted
- Cars for anyone moving or away for the winter, including renters moving across the CT and RI line
WES STOR does not offer indoor or covered vehicle storage. If you are storing a car you want kept under a roof all winter, outdoor storage is not the right fit. For everything else, a good fitted cover and a little prep go a long way.
Car storage in CT: how to choose a spot
A few questions make the choice simple for drivers in Westerly, Pawcatuck, Stonington and Mystic:
- Can you get to it? At WES STOR, renters have gated keypad access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can pick up the car on a warm February weekend without waiting for office hours.
- Is it secure? Look for a gate, lighting and cameras. WES STOR has all three, with 24/7 video surveillance.
- Is anyone there? The office is staffed Monday to Friday, 9 to 4, by a real person, not a call center.
- How far is it from home? Pawcatuck sits right on the state line, a few minutes from Westerly, Watch Hill, Stonington and Mystic, and just off I-95 and Route 1.
Getting a car ready for winter storage
A little work before you park it saves a lot of trouble in spring. Every car is different, so check your owner’s manual too.
- Fill the tank and add fuel stabilizer. A full tank limits condensation, and stabilizer keeps the gas fresh. Run the engine a few minutes so it reaches the fuel system.
- Change the oil. Old oil carries contaminants that can sit on engine parts all winter.
- Check the tires. Inflate them to the recommended pressure to help prevent flat spots.
- Handle the battery. Disconnect it, or take it home and keep it on a maintainer.
- Clean it inside and out. Wash off road salt and dirt, and remove food and trash so nothing attracts pests.
- Keep critters out. Close the windows tight and consider a plug for the exhaust tip. Leave yourself a reminder to remove it before you start the car.
- Use a fitted, breathable cover. It protects the paint from sun, snow and debris on an outdoor lot.
- Check your insurance. Ask your agent about coverage for a car in storage.
Motorcycle storage for the winter
Motorcycles need the same basic care on a smaller scale:
- Top off the tank and add stabilizer
- Change the oil and check the tire pressure
- Take the battery home and keep it on a maintainer
- Clean the bike and lube the chain
- Cover it with a fitted motorcycle cover
A storage unit for the extras
Winter tires, car covers, detailing supplies and riding gear take up room at home. A drive-up storage unit on the same property starts at $70 a month for a 5×5. See sizes and book online on the storage units page, or read the guide to storage units near Westerly, RI for what fits in each size.
Storing a camper or a boat too? The same lot handles both. See the guide to RV storage near Westerly, RI.
Access and security at WES STOR
- Gated entry: keypad access for renters 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Well-lit lot: easy to see when you stop by early or late
- Cameras: 24/7 video surveillance
- Staffed office: Monday to Friday, 9 to 4
- Local ownership: family-owned since 1985
Winter car storage FAQ
Where can I store a car for the winter in CT?
WES STOR in Pawcatuck, CT offers outdoor winter car storage from $85 a month in a gated, well-lit lot with cameras. It is just across the river from Westerly, RI and a few minutes from Stonington and Mystic.
How much does car storage cost near Westerly, RI?
Car storage at WES STOR starts at $85 a month. The same starting rate applies to motorcycles, trailers, boats and RVs on the lot.
Is the car storage indoors or covered?
No. Vehicle storage at WES STOR is outdoors only. A fitted, breathable car cover is recommended for the winter.
Can I store a motorcycle for the winter?
Yes. Motorcycles are stored on the same gated outdoor lot, starting at $85 a month.
Can I get to my car during the winter?
Yes. Renters have gated keypad access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The office is staffed Monday to Friday, 9 to 4.
Reserve a spot before the snow
To reserve a vehicle spot, call (860) 599-2730 or send a message. Let the office know what you are storing and when you plan to bring it in. WES STOR has been family-owned in Pawcatuck since 1985, with a real person in the office on weekdays and gate access around the clock.