Classic car owners in San Diego are turning to private automotive lounges to protect their vehicles from the damaging effects of the marine layer and salty coastal air. - The marine layer and salty air can damage chrome, paint, leather, and metal on classic cars.
- Gillie's Auto Lounge offers climate-controlled storage, white-glove care, and social spaces for members. - Founder Michael Olguin was inspired by his father and childhood memories.
- The trend is growing in Southern California as a way to preserve both value and sentiment. These lounges provide a dedicated space for preservation, shielding vehicles from coastal moisture and drizzle.