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title: "Private Garage Unit for Car Storage: 10 x 20 Drive-Up Units"
description: "A private drive-up garage unit, usually 10 x 20 ft, for a car you want behind your own door: access on your schedule, room for tires and parts. Prices and size tips."
url: https://car-storage.ca/storage/private-garage-unit/
last_updated: 2026-10-24
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# Private garage unit for your car

A drive-up storage unit is a private garage with a roll-up door. Nobody else moves your car, and you come and go during the facility’s hours. A 10 x 20 ft unit fits most cars. Send your details and we find units that allow vehicles.

## Will my car fit?

| Unit size | Fits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10 x 10 ft | Not a car | Too short for almost any car. A motorcycle or tires. |
| 10 x 15 ft | Small cars, a Mazda MX-5 or Mini | Tight. Measure door to door. |
| 10 x 20 ft | Most cars and small SUVs | The usual choice. |
| 10 x 25 ft and up | Pickups, large SUVs, a car plus parts | Fewer available. |

Check the door width and height, not only the floor. Sizes vary by facility.

## Private unit prices by city

- [Winnipeg](https://car-storage.ca/locations/winnipeg/): from $120/month
- [Hamilton](https://car-storage.ca/locations/hamilton/): from $165/month
- [Ottawa](https://car-storage.ca/locations/ottawa/): from $190/month
- [London](https://car-storage.ca/locations/london/): from $195/month
- [Calgary](https://car-storage.ca/locations/calgary/): from $200/month
- [Edmonton](https://car-storage.ca/locations/edmonton/): from $200/month
- [Montreal](https://car-storage.ca/locations/montreal/): from $250/month
- [Toronto & GTA](https://car-storage.ca/locations/toronto/): from $270/month
- [Vancouver](https://car-storage.ca/locations/vancouver/): from $310/month

Starting prices in CAD before tax, from published storage rates and market estimates, October 2026. The facility, your car and the dates set the final price.

## Before you rent a unit for a car

- Vehicle storage allowed?: Not every self-storage facility allows cars in units. Many ask for registration and insurance.
- Power: Most units have no outlet, so plan to take the battery out or use a solar or portable tender.
- Working on the car: Most facilities do not allow repairs in units. Ask before you bring tools.
- Fuel and fluids: Some facilities limit fuel in stored vehicles. Ask what they require.

## Garage unit questions

**Is a unit cheaper than indoor parking?**

Not usually. A 10 x 20 unit starts at $120/month, shared indoor parking at $110/month. You pay for privacy and your own access.

**Can I keep winter tires in the unit too?**

Yes, that is one of the advantages. A 10 x 20 unit fits a car and a set of tires on a rack.

## Related

- [Indoor car storage](https://car-storage.ca/storage/indoor-car-storage/)
- [Classic and collector car storage](https://car-storage.ca/vehicles/classic-car-storage/)
- [How to compare car storage quotes](https://car-storage.ca/guides/how-to-compare-car-storage-quotes/)

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