How Many Cars Can You Own in GTA 5 Story Mode? A Comprehensive Guide
The burning question on every Grand Theft Auto V player’s mind: just how many cars can I hoard in Story Mode? The answer is a specific and somewhat limited 18 unique vehicles, not including the characters’ default personal vehicles. This might seem paltry compared to the sprawling garages of GTA Online, but understanding how vehicle storage works in Story Mode is crucial to becoming a true Los Santos car enthusiast. Let’s delve into the specifics and clear up any confusion.
Understanding Garage Limits
In GTA 5 Story Mode, each of the three protagonists – Michael, Franklin, and Trevor – has access to personal safehouse garages and purchasable garages. Here’s the breakdown:
- Each Protagonist’s Purchasable Garage: Each character has one purchasable 4-car garage. These garages are essential for building your collection.
- Safehouse Garages:
- Michael’s Safehouse: Can store 2 cars.
- Franklin’s Safehouse: Can store 2 cars.
- Trevor’s Safehouse Garages: Trevor has two safehouse locations. Each can only store 1 car for a total of two safehouse spots.
Adding it all up: 4 (Michael’s garage) + 4 (Franklin’s garage) + 4 (Trevor’s garage) + 2 (Michael’s safehouse) + 2 (Franklin’s safehouse) + 2 (Trevor’s safehouse) = 18 vehicles.
This means you can store a maximum of 18 different vehicles in garages at once. You can also have each character’s personal vehicle, typically parked at their residences, but these do not count toward the standard garage spaces. Adding those into the mix means 21 vehicles if you count each character’s default personal car and 22 total vehicles if counting one additional unique default personal vehicle for a character.
Managing Your Collection
With a limited space, strategic management of your vehicle collection becomes essential. Many players create thematic garages for each character:
- Franklin: Typically, players opt for a collection of high-performance supercars or sports cars to reflect his personality.
- Trevor: His garages often get filled with off-road vehicles, rugged trucks, and quirky cars to fit his chaotic style.
- Michael: Classic muscle cars and elegant sedans often make up his collection, perfectly fitting his older, more sophisticated persona.
These limitations may seem restrictive compared to GTA Online’s much larger vehicle storage capacities. However, it challenges you to make careful choices and appreciate the vehicles you choose to keep.
Related FAQs: Your GTA 5 Story Mode Car Questions Answered
To further clarify and expand on the vehicle storage mechanics of GTA 5 Story Mode, here are 15 of the most frequently asked questions:
Can I store more cars than the 18-vehicle limit in GTA 5 story mode?
No, the maximum number of unique cars you can store in garages is 18, plus the personal vehicles of each character. There are no additional purchasable properties for car storage in Story Mode beyond the garages provided.
Where can I find these garages to purchase?
Each character’s purchasable 4-car garage will be available on the in-game map as they become available within the story. They are located in convenient locations throughout Los Santos. Check your in-game map for a garage icon.
Can I sell cars in GTA 5 Story Mode?
Unfortunately, no, you cannot sell cars in GTA 5 Story Mode. The Los Santos Customs shops are only for customization, not trading. You’re stuck with the vehicles you find or steal.
Can I lose my saved cars in Story Mode?
Yes, if your vehicle is destroyed completely it is gone forever. It won’t be found in the impound. Be very careful with vehicles you want to keep.
What happens if I destroy a stored vehicle in Story Mode?
If you destroy a vehicle that is not one of the default cars, it is gone permanently. Unlike GTA Online, there is no insurance or mechanism to retrieve a destroyed vehicle in Story Mode.
Can I store motorcycles in garages?
Yes, garages will store both cars and motorcycles in GTA 5 Story Mode. However, you only have room for so many vehicles, so choose wisely.
Can I trade my garage for a larger one?
No, you can not trade garages in GTA 5 Story Mode. You have the garages available to each character, and that’s it.
What happens if I park a car outside a garage?
Vehicles left outside garages or in random locations may disappear. It’s best to park all vehicles you want to keep in your designated garages.
What is the fastest car in GTA 5 Story Mode?
The Vapid Pißwasser Dominator, with a top speed of 126.50 mph (203.58 km/h), is the fastest vehicle in the enhanced version of GTA V Story Mode.
Can I customize vehicles in GTA 5 Story Mode?
Yes, you can extensively customize vehicles at any Los Santos Customs location. But, you cannot sell them.
Can Trevor save cars at the Vanilla Unicorn?
Yes, Trevor can store cars at the Vanilla Unicorn and they will remain there and can even be taken by the other characters. This is unique to Trevor only, not Michael or Franklin.
How do I earn money in GTA 5 Story Mode?
To earn money in Story Mode, players can do side missions, random events, and rob stores. The stock market can be lucrative but not as much as the heists. Robbing armored trucks is another option, but they will raise your wanted level.
Is there a way to get more car storage?
The only way to get more car storage is by using glitches or mods to access spaces not intended for storage in Story Mode. The game offers no legitimate way to store more than 18 cars.
How much money can you have in GTA 5 Story Mode?
There is a cap on the amount of money the game will let you hold in GTA 5 Story Mode, and it’s $2,147,483,647.
Can I sell apartments in GTA 5 Story Mode?
No, you can’t outright sell apartments in GTA 5 Story Mode. The only option is to trade them for another property.
Final Thoughts
Managing a car collection in GTA 5 Story Mode requires strategy and a keen eye for detail. While the garage limits might seem small compared to the online counterpart, they encourage you to prioritize your choices and appreciate each unique vehicle. Understanding the storage limits, and using thematic collections for each character adds a new layer of fun to this beloved game. So, take your time, find those rare rides, and build the ultimate garage in Story Mode.