Long-term storage should leave the car healthier when it comes out than when it went in. That means clean surfaces, stable battery voltage, dry interior trim, and a plan for tyres and brakes rather than simply throwing a cover over the car.
Start with a clean, dry car
Wash the car thoroughly, dry it properly, and make sure wheel arches, brake hardware, and door shuts are not put away wet.
Storage is a bad time to leave road salt, damp carpet, or leaf debris around drains.
- Dry the brake discs with a short drive before parking for good.
- Empty anything that traps moisture from the cabin and boot (trunk).
Treat battery support as mandatory
Most Aston Martins are much happier stored on a quality tender than left to slowly discharge.
A weak battery does not just flatten; it creates warning-light noise and can confuse your first restart in spring.
Think about tyres and handbrake habits
Inflate tyres correctly, avoid storing the car on clearly old tyres, and move the car occasionally if storage is long and conditions allow.
Use the handbook guidance on parking brake strategy rather than assuming one rule fits every model.
Checklist
- Full wash and dry
- Tender connected and tested
- Tyre pressures set correctly
- Fuel level stabilised to your preferred storage strategy
- Covers and ventilation chosen to avoid trapped moisture
Frequently asked questions
Should I start an Aston Martin periodically during winter storage?
Not unless you can get the engine and fluids properly hot. Short idle-only starts usually do more harm than good.