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Frequently asked questions

The space, what is included, security, length of stay, payment and winter storage: everything to know before you book.

Your space

What is the car park like?

It is covered and ventilated, fitted with a fire-protection system and cameras that record 24 hours a day. Your car has its own private, secure space, sheltered from weather, sun and traffic.

What is included with every space?

Six services at no extra cost: 24/7 surveillance, a private secure space, battery charge maintenance, a tyre pressure check before delivery, periodic start-up and check of main functions, and a protective cover.

Does my car stay charged?

Yes. We maintain the battery charge for the whole stay, so the day you collect your car, it starts. Before handing it back we also check the tyre pressure.

Do you start the engine?

Yes. We start the car periodically and check its main functions, so that fluids circulate and it does not suffer from standing still. Between start-ups it stays under its protective cover. Just tell us if you have specific instructions.

Can you drive it?

If you wish, yes: at your request a member of our team moves the car and takes it for a drive, so it never stays in one place all the time. Nothing happens without your consent.

Security

Is the car park watched at night?

Cameras record 24 hours a day. Our team is on site from 4am to 1am, 365 days a year, weekends and holidays included.

Who can access my car?

Only our team. Your car is released only to you or to someone you have named.

Can I visit before booking?

Of course. The car park is at Avenue de l’Étang 55, 1219 Châtelaine. We welcome you there by appointment, 7 days a week, 4am to 1am.

Stay and payment

What is the minimum stay?

One month. You choose a stay of 1, 3, 6 or 12 months: the longer it is, the lower the monthly price, from CHF 490 down to CHF 390 per car, VAT included. If you collect the car early, the period booked remains due.

How do I pay?

Online, when you book, on a secure payment page: by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay) through Adyen, or by TWINT and PostFinance through Datatrans. The stay is paid upfront for the whole period.

How quickly can I get my car back?

Give us three hours’ notice, between 4am and 1am, 7 days a week: it will be waiting for you, ready to go.

Can I extend my stay?

Yes. Before your stay ends we offer to extend it or switch to another length.

Is my booking confirmed straight away?

Yes. The car park has 100 places and availability is checked live for your whole stay: the moment you book, your space is reserved and you receive the confirmation by email. If the period is full, the site shows you the first possible arrival date.

How late can I book?

Up to 24 hours before your arrival, 7 days a week. You choose the arrival date and time, between 4am and 11:30pm. For an earlier arrival, call us and we will do our best.

Winter storage

Do you offer winter storage?

Yes. The 6-month stay, at CHF 430 a month, covers the whole season from October to April: your convertible or sports car spends the winter under cover, plugged in and started regularly.

Can I deposit my plates over winter?

Yes. In Switzerland, depositing your plates with the cantonal vehicle office generally suspends liability insurance and vehicle tax. Note that a car without plates cannot be driven on public roads.

Geneva and prices

How much does car storage cost in Geneva?

At GaragePrivé a space costs from CHF 390 to CHF 490 per car per month, VAT included: CHF 490 for 1 month, CHF 460 a month for 3 months, CHF 430 a month for 6 months and CHF 390 a month for 12 months. The price includes 24/7 surveillance, a private secure space, battery charge maintenance, a tyre pressure check before delivery, periodic start-up with a check of main functions, and a protective cover.

Where is your car park?

Avenue de l’Étang 55, 1219 Châtelaine, in the municipality of Vernier (canton of Geneva, Switzerland), a few minutes from Geneva city centre. You can visit by appointment, 7 days a week, from 4am to 1am.

How is this different from renting a parking space?

An ordinary parking space is rented empty: battery, tyres and security are up to you. At GaragePrivé every space includes 24/7 surveillance, a private secure space, battery charge maintenance, a tyre pressure check before delivery, periodic start-up with a check of main functions, and a protective cover, in a covered, ventilated, fire-protected car park with staff on site from 4am to 1am.

Do you store classic and vintage cars?

Yes. Luxury, sports, collector or vintage cars: each has its own private space, protected from damp by the ventilation, and is started periodically following your instructions.

Can I store several cars?

Yes. You can book up to 10 cars online in one go, at the same price per car. For a larger collection, contact us for a tailored price.

Which areas do you serve?

The Châtelaine car park is designed for owners from across the region: Geneva city (Champel, Florissant, Eaux-Vives), Cologny, Vandœuvres, Collonge-Bellerive, Anières, Chêne-Bougeries, Carouge, Lancy, Meyrin, Vernier, Bellevue, Genthod, Versoix and Veyrier, as well as Coppet and Nyon on the Vaud side of the lake.

From, VAT includedCHF 390 / month
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