What Garage Can Trevor Buy in GTA 5?
In Grand Theft Auto V, Trevor Philips is one of the three main protagonists, each with their own unique quirks and story arcs. Unlike Michael and Franklin, Trevor’s options for property ownership are somewhat limited, especially when it comes to garages. So, what garage can Trevor actually buy in GTA 5? The direct answer is: Trevor cannot purchase standalone garages in the traditional sense that Michael and Franklin can. Instead, Trevor can acquire vehicle storage as part of properties he purchases or that he uses as a safehouse. Let’s explore these options in detail, as well as clarifying what options are not available to him.
Trevor’s Vehicle Storage Options
The Default Sandy Shores Trailer
Trevor’s main “home” is his trailer in Sandy Shores. While this isn’t a purchased property, it serves as his primary safehouse and includes a small, rudimentary garage. This garage is unique and rather basic. It can hold two vehicles, but they must be placed in-line, one behind the other, rather than side-by-side like most traditional garages. This limitation can be a bit frustrating for players who wish to amass a large collection of cars.
Pillbox Hill Garage (Early Access)
Before patch 1.16, Trevor was able to purchase the Pillbox Hill Garage in Los Santos for $30,000. However, this was exclusive to the original PS3/Xbox 360 versions of the game. After patch 1.16, this became free on those consoles. This has also been removed in later generation versions and platforms like PC, PS4, PS5 and Xbox One and X/S series. In those, the Pillbox Hill Garage is not available for purchase for Trevor. The fact that it was available early in the game for Trevor in the early generation versions, does give clues to the general options available to Trevor early game. As in, Trevor could not buy in Los Santos in any way in those early game stages. It was a later game feature.
Property-Based Garages
Unlike Michael and Franklin, who can buy multiple garages throughout Los Santos, Trevor’s property acquisitions in Blaine County often come with their own built-in storage. Specifically, the most significant garage-related property that Trevor can own is the McKenzie Field Hangar. This hangar, which becomes available after completing the Nervous Ron mission, provides ample space for storing aircraft, but also allows for some vehicle storage. The revenue model is based on the type of shipments – $5000 for ground based, and $7000 for air based. The fact this is aircraft based, also points to the limitations early game on what Trevor can own, or buy.
It is important to note that other business properties purchased by Trevor in Blaine County also come with limited storage for his vehicles. This storage is not as expansive as standalone garages but often includes a small parking area or covered space. The main takeaway is that Trevor’s vehicle storage is tied to his properties, especially his businesses, in Blaine County.
Tequi-La-La
The Tequi-La-La business property only becomes available for purchase to Trevor after completion of the ‘Vinewood Souvenirs – Willy’ mission. This property also comes with a small parking lot that can be used to store several vehicles.
Properties Trevor Cannot Buy (Especially Garages)
It’s crucial to highlight what Trevor cannot buy in terms of garages. He cannot purchase standalone garages in Los Santos, as Michael and Franklin do, especially not in the early stages of the story. He also cannot acquire the Los Santos International Airport (LSIA) hangar, despite it being a large storage facility. That is exclusively for Michael and Franklin. In the story mode, Trevor does not have the option to acquire a traditional garage in the Los Santos area.
Why the Limitations for Trevor?
The limitations on Trevor’s garage ownership are intentional by the game’s design. As a character, Trevor is primarily focused on Blaine County and its businesses. His living situation reflects his unstable and rugged persona, far removed from the opulence of Michael and the upward mobility of Franklin. The emphasis on aircraft and business-related properties underlines his character’s connection to the more chaotic and rural parts of the map. This lack of conventional garages plays into Trevor’s story and gameplay style, giving a distinct player experience with him.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can Trevor buy the Unit 124 Popular St garage?
No, Trevor cannot buy the Unit 124 Popular St garage. This is available for other characters like Michael or Franklin.
2. Can Trevor own more than one property?
Yes, Trevor can own multiple properties, including businesses like McKenzie Field Hangar and Tequi-La-La. These properties may come with some form of vehicle storage.
3. Can Trevor get a new safehouse?
No, Trevor cannot get a new safehouse. His trailer in Sandy Shores and his purchased businesses are his only safehouse locations.
4. Is the Pillbox Hill Garage available on modern consoles?
No, the Pillbox Hill Garage is not available for purchase on modern consoles (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC). It was a feature in the original versions, but not after patch 1.16 and never on modern platforms.
5. Can I store aircraft in Trevor’s regular garage at Sandy Shores?
No, the garage at Trevor’s trailer in Sandy Shores is only for land vehicles, not aircraft.
6. What is the best business for Trevor to own?
The McKenzie Field Hangar is widely considered the best business for Trevor due to its decent profitability from ground and air shipments, and the vehicle storage it provides.
7. Does Tequi-La-La provide any vehicle storage for Trevor?
Yes, Tequi-La-La provides a small parking lot where Trevor can store some of his vehicles.
8. How much money does Trevor start with?
Trevor starts with approximately $108,000.
9. Can Trevor buy any property in Los Santos?
Trevor cannot purchase properties in Los Santos until after the mission ‘Friends Reunited’. Even after that, many of the Los Santos garage properties are not available to him.
10. Can Trevor own a 10 car garage?
No, Trevor cannot purchase a standalone 10-car garage.
11. How many vehicles can Trevor store in total?
Trevor’s total vehicle storage is spread across his different properties; this can include the 2 in-line vehicles at his trailer, the vehicles stored at his businesses, and the aircraft stored at the Hangar. It is still less than the dedicated storage of Michael or Frankin, who get the extra standalone 4 car garages.
12. Can Trevor buy any more traditional garages?
No, Trevor cannot buy any standalone garages in the traditional sense as Michael and Franklin do. His vehicle storage options are tied to his acquired properties.
13. Is there a way to get Trevor more garage space?
No. The only way for Trevor to get more garage space, is to purchase his associated businesses. There are no further options for Trevor to own more traditional garages.
14. How do Trevor’s garage options affect gameplay?
Trevor’s limited and property-based garage options emphasize his character’s nature and his more chaotic, less organized gameplay style compared to the other protagonists. It pushes players to engage more with Blaine County and its unique opportunities.
15. What happens if Trevor dies in the story?
If you choose to kill Trevor at the end of the game, you will no longer be able to play as him, and all of his associated properties are lost. All of his possessions, including his vehicles, are gone with him.
In conclusion, while Trevor’s garage options are limited compared to Michael and Franklin, they still serve the purpose of storing vehicles within the confines of the game’s story and setting. Knowing these limitations is crucial to understanding his character and gameplay style in GTA 5.