When floor space is limited but your vehicle storage needs are growing, a parking lift is a simple, safe, and efficient solution. Whether you're a commercial garage, dealership, or private collector, parking lifts help you turn vertical space into valuable square footage.
Why Choose a Parking or Storage Lift?
A parking lift allows you to double or triple your vehicle capacity in the same footprint. Unlike service lifts, parking lifts are designed for long-term static support and space efficiency.
Residential users: Turn a 2-car garage into a 3 or 4-car layout without renovation
Dealerships & collectors: Store inventory or classic cars in secure stackable units
Valet & commercial garages: Maximize capacity with reliable lift-and-lock designs
Types of Parking Lifts
4-post lifts – Most stable option for long-term storage
2-post parking lifts – Compact design with mid-level capacity
Single-column lifts – Great for tight home or side-parking installations
Scissor lifts – Allow angled parking in low-ceiling areas
Some models include solid platforms to protect the lower vehicle from fluid drips and dust. Optional drip trays and casters offer extra utility.
Brand Tiers for Parking & Storage Lifts
All of our lifts are certified and engineered for safety — but we’ve grouped them to help guide your decision by quality, recognition, and use case.
Top Tier Brands
These lifts are industry-recognized and used by commercial garages, high-end collectors, and auto museums. Expect top-of-the-line finishes, certifications, and warranties.
BendPak
Challenger
Atlas Platinum
Whip
Affordable, but Dependable
These lifts are popular for residential and light commercial use. Built to last, easy to install, and backed by strong warranties — without the premium price tag.
Auto Lift
Atlas
Nationwide
AMGO
Choosing the Right Parking Lift
Start by measuring your garage or bay height. Most parking lifts need between 8' and 11' of clearance depending on the vehicle stack.
Check your floor specs. Parking lifts don’t always need anchoring, but concrete strength still matters for heavier vehicles.
Decide on accessories: Want drip trays, casters, or caster kits for mobility? These can add convenience and protection — especially in shared garage spaces.
Need help choosing? Reach out to our lift specialists — we’ll help you plan and size the right system based on your garage layout, ceiling height, and car collection.
Click on one of the manufacturer logos below to view our inventory by manufacturer:
At Best Buy Auto Equipment, we proudly offer one, two, or four-post car storage lifts from brands like Bendpak, Challenger Lifts, Dannmar, and more. The space-saving design of the Bendpak HD-9ST has four sturdy posts that hold up to 9,000 pounds, making it ideal for both residential garages and smaller shops with a lower volume of business. For shop owners, we also recommend checking out solid platform car storage lifts that protect bottom vehicles from fluid leaks. Additionally, our car lift inventory includes tilt platforms and single-column lifts that allow you to store multiple vehicles in short- and long-term arrangements.
If you want a taller lift for larger vehicles, our selection of Atlas Automotive Equipment includes extra tall four-post lifts without long, obstructive runways. Accommodating cars with a 156-inch wheelbase, this model provides 79" of clearance under the bottom of the raised runway while keeping the runway length to just under 14 feet long. For larger shops that require extra storage, several models provide space to hold up to two vehicles at once, with two more parked underneath. The design allows the lift to raise and store two vehicles on four runways. Our lifts' durability and safety features promise top-quality storage solutions that won't crowd your shop or garage.
With these powerful and portable lifts, you don't have to compromise space for efficiency. At Best Buy Auto, we understand the importance of reliable equipment so you can provide your customers with the best possible experience. We offer convenient business financing options for all of our lifts, and several models qualify for free shipping! If you have any questions about which lift would best suit your needs, feel free to contact our team for informed support and assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a car parking lift cost?
An average parking lift is roughly $2,000. Specialty and multiple car parking lifts range upward to $8,000.
What is a parking lift?
A parking lift is a space solution for small or large home garages and shops to store multiple vehicles in better space-saving arrangements. Suitable for both commercial and home, these parking lifts help the owner of a public parking structure, garage or shop get the most out of their space and storage. Owners of a parking lift can store multiple vehicles atop or in different arrangements making the most of the area available.
How much electricity does a car lift use?
On average, the electricity consumption for a nominal life per single cycle, which includes parking and retrieval, is roughly 1 kW.
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