CLASSIC CAR STORAGE: ARE NEW CITY RULES GOING TOO FAR?
That’s a fair point about the “half-finished projects” sitting out for ages. I’ve definitely seen some cars that look more abandoned than classic, and I get how that could bug neighbors. But I worry the city’s approach is a bit knee-jerk—like, not every covered car is a problem.
Here’s what I do to avoid issues: I keep my classic insured, registered, and try to move it every couple weeks even if I’m not driving much. I also make sure it’s clean and doesn’t collect leaves or flat tires, just to avoid drawing attention. Maybe it’s overkill, but I’d rather not give anyone a reason to complain.
Curious if anyone’s actually gotten a warning or ticket just for having a classic parked too long, even if it’s legal? Or is this more about the cars that are obviously neglected? Just trying to figure out where the line really is before I risk a fine...
I’ve seen a couple of folks in my neighborhood get warnings, but it was always the cars with flat tires or weeds growing up around them. As long as your registration and insurance are current and you’re keeping it tidy, you’re probably fine. The city seems to go after the ones that look abandoned. I do the same as you—move it now and then, keep it clean. Never had an issue myself, but I’ve heard stories about overzealous code enforcement in some areas. Guess it depends on the mood of the inspector...
- Gotta agree, the city mostly seems to care if it *looks* abandoned.
- I’m new to all this, but I did a double-take at the insurance cost for a car I barely drive.
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As long as your registration and insurance are current and you’re keeping it tidy, you’re probably fine.
- That’s what I’m banking on, too. I just roll it out every couple weeks, wipe off the dust, and hope nobody’s in a ticket-writing mood.
- Honestly, the weeds are the real giveaway. If my car ever gets to that point, I probably deserve a warning...
- Insurance is a killer, especially when the car barely leaves the driveway. I get why they want it registered and insured, but it feels like overkill for something that’s basically a driveway ornament half the year.
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I just roll it out every couple weeks, wipe off the dust, and hope nobody’s in a ticket-writing mood.
That’s pretty much my routine too. I do wonder, though—has anyone actually gotten ticketed just for a car sitting too long, even if it’s clean and legal? Or is it mostly just warnings unless it looks like a total wreck?
I just roll it out every couple weeks, wipe off the dust, and hope nobody’s in a ticket-writing mood.
Honestly, as long as it’s registered and insured, I’ve never seen anyone get ticketed just for sitting too long—unless it looks abandoned or starts collecting cobwebs. My neighbor left his ‘72 Chevelle out for months, no issues. But the minute it looked like a parts car, code enforcement showed up. Guess it’s all about appearances... and maybe luck.