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Owners tell us two things again and again: they should have bought sooner and they should have bought bigger. At Westfield and Johns Island, selection is at its peak right now. Waiting only limits options, flexibility, and long-term upside.
The collector car world is changing. A younger generation… entrepreneurs, creators, tech professionals, and high-performance drivers… is stepping into the space with fresh energy and new expectations.
Collectors today are facing a challenge that didn’t exist a generation ago: cars are more valuable, more advanced, and more sensitive to where and how they’re stored. The days of parking high-performance or classic vehicles in a basic garage or shared warehouse are over.
Motor District Westfield is crossing an important threshold. After five years of steady development, one final building remains before the campus reaches full completion.
Johns Island is the next step in a story that began five years ago in Westfield—one built on craftsmanship, community, and a premium automotive experience unlike anything else in the Midwest. Now, that same vision is moving to the Lowcountry.
Specialty real estate has been gaining traction in investment circles, and garage condos are one of the clearest examples of why. They sit at the intersection of passion and practicality—a hard asset with utility, appreciation potential, and a finite supply.
Garage culture has never been bigger… or more understood… than it is today. What began as a quiet movement among collectors has turned into a nationwide shift in how people think about space, passion, and community.
The automotive world has always been about passion, but what elevates that passion is the community around it. Purpose-built ownership environments like Motor District bring that to life in a way that no standalone garage or storage building ever could.
Winter weather and the holiday season may slow down a lot of projects, but not Motor District. Construction on Building L continues to make strong progress, putting us firmly on track as we enter the final development phase at Motor District | Westfield.
The end of the year isn’t just a finish line. It’s a reset… an opportunity to prioritize the things that matter and to build a lifestyle aligned with your passions.
Bentley doesn’t follow automotive trends… it sets them. From its earliest days in the 1910s and 1920s, Bentley established a philosophy that blended racing engineering, luxury craftsmanship, and relentless innovation.
Luxury car-condos are evolving from storage units to full-fledged lifestyle spaces with mezzanines, hospitality finishes and community-driven layouts. At Motor District’s Westfield and Johns Island locations, the infrastructure is in place so you walk in and start building your vision—because the demand is here, and the time to act is now.
Modern garage condos have evolved beyond storage. They now serve as strategic assets for business owners, investors, and creators who want flexibility, privacy, and long-term value. At Motor District, ownership means more than square footage. It means control, opportunity, and a space that adapts to your goals.
When you look at the transformation of a standard car condo into a true high-end environment, the difference lies in three things: purposeful design, durable craftsmanship, and owner-driven personalization. Garage Living’s recent write-up demonstrates how premium car condo solutions bring those three into sharp focus: custom storage systems, protective finishing, and lighting that turns the everyday into the exceptional.
If you’re looking at a Motor District garage condo before the end of the year, you’re not alone. A growing number of owners are stepping in now to take advantage of the financial benefits that come with purchasing commercially-zoned real estate.
It’s not just classic vehicle storage. The big money also buys clubhouse memberships, man caves, track days, and camaraderie. Not to mention a McLaren or two.
This part-time role leads all marketing, communications, and community engagement for Motor District — driving awareness, event participation, and brand growth across digital and in-person platforms.
The Motor District story is expanding to the coast. We’re proud to announce Motor District Johns Island, our next community for collectors, craftsmen, and enthusiasts — located just outside Charleston, South Carolina, one of the most dynamic and historic cities in the country.
As 2025 winds down, so does your chance to become part of Motor District Westfield’s final development phase. Building L represents the last opportunity to own within this flagship community — and with it, a chance to secure ownership and potential year-end financial advantages that make now the ideal time to act.
Our next Third Thursday event at Motor District promises to be one of the most engaging gatherings of the year. Hosted in one of our most distinctive garages, this month’s event brings together two leading voices in the collector car world — Greg Stanley, host of The Collector Car Podcast, and Gary Bartlett, an extraordinary collector known for his deep automotive insight and unmatched passion.
Unbeknownst to many, Bentley’s relationship with Indianapolis dates back more than a century. In 1922, Bentley Motors entered the Indianapolis 500, introducing America to its unique blend of British craftsmanship and racing spirit. That debut cemented a foundation of performance, precision, and endurance that continues to define Bentley today.
Every collector knows that protecting your passions goes beyond insurance or alarm systems—it’s about environment, community, and peace of mind. That’s the foundation of Motor District, where private garage ownership combines luxury, security, and camaraderie.
As the year winds down, many individuals and business owners look for meaningful ways to invest before December 31st. For some, that means exploring opportunities that not only deliver returns but also enhance their lifestyle. Motor District garage condos are one of those rare investments that do both.
There was a time when garages were just storage. Today, they’ve evolved into something more—spaces that reflect individuality, craftsmanship, and community. At Motor District, that evolution has come to life in a campus designed for people who expect more from where they keep their cars and create their stories.
Indiana has become a national focal point for the garage condominium movement, where ownership meets passion. These purpose-built automotive sanctuaries represent a new class of real estate—spaces that combine functionality, design, and community. And at the center of it all stands Motor District, Indiana’s first and most established automotive campus.
Construction is underway on Building L, marking the start of Motor District’s final phase of development—and an all-new era for our growing community. This building introduces a range of new garage sizes, flexible configurations, and fresh design opportunities, offering the perfect fit for collectors, business owners, and enthusiasts alike.
