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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    Bump on this thread. I looked at a container and it was not a match. I looked into the metal building option and it was about $4,000, I had to wait several weeks for it and give a hefty deposit to some random company (which I wasnt comfortable with). We already had a metal panel roof held...
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    I dont think that should be an issue, maybe add a few vents?
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    Similar to this one but without the car port.
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    Well after much deliberation a shipping container would not be a good match for my needs. I have decided to go with a traditional metal building and hook it up to my ADT alarm. From a brief search I was told to have the panels riveted in and the interior lined by plywood to prevent break ins...
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    We currently have a 40ft container (filled with tools) we have had no issues with theft in the past and I meant to say sheet metal for the roof, not aluminum. As far as the self storage option, it would not be cost effective/convenient at all for me, that is why I am trying to find some...
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    The only purpose of this container is to protect it from the low income area it will be in. It will be on a property where many people live, there are cameras and I have a maintenance guy that lives 30 seconds from where the container will be. But it is a mid crime area. If I leave it outside I...
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    Thanks for the responses. The car is an older hummer h2. Rsanter if I do paint, vent and install a roof cover, will it help substantially in humid areas? I am even considering making small windows and leave them open for better ventilation. I found this on the web, which was helpful: Like...
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    Cargo Container for long term auto storage in Houston, thoughts?

    I'm looking to buy a cargo container to use as car storage here in Houston , 20 or 40 ft. It will probably be stored for 340 out of 365 days a year. My concern would be the high heat and humidity during the summer months. Any suggestions on what to look for when buying a container...
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