Storing my XKR in UK during overseas trip

[davidgreen163]

Hi,

I'm looking for insight on the best options to store my 2008 XKR for up to 9 months whilst away from UK. The car (coupe) is currently parked in London in the underground garage of the building I live in, which will not be available whilst I'm away. I've also learnt about SORN and the option of a reduced insurance premium whilst the car is stored (checking if the saving is then paying for storage costs).

At the moment I'm tossing up between giving the car to a commercial car storage company or organising a lock up garage space myself. Is it really necessary for the engine to be turned over every week? Does a 4 year old car need a trickle feed to keep the battery charged?

So, any suggestions for preparing the car for a long period of storage? Plus, will the car survive untouched in a lock up? Any suggestions on where I store the car? Is SORN worth the effort?

Yes, I have so many questions and thought I'd reach out to fellow enthusiasts before trawling the internet. I look forward to any and all feedback.

thanks,

David

[GordonJ]

Hi David,
I have experience in CHE (Controlled Humidity Enviroment) and while vehicles are stored like that the batteries are kept on battery maintainance systems. This keeps the battery at it's present level of charge. This was for vehicle long term storrage. I know you can find firms on the internet that do this. But for 9 months I wouldn't know what the costs might be. I would think the tyres will have to come into this as well, to prevent flat spots.

Gordon

[davidgreen163]

Hi Gordon,

thanks for the response. I am considering storage with CHE and the added benefits of a regular check.

David

[GordonJ]

David,
just make sure you see the CHE working. There are two ways of doing it. With each individual car or full shed. The only thing with full shed, the doors should not be opened. Although with a good system it should sort its self quick. All that would do is increase the cost because of the extra power needed over a longer period.

Gordon