Car storage? (specifically cars, not trucks)

[NorCalAthlete]

Most of the "clean" discrete storage solutions I've seen are targeted only at trucks and SUVs. I had a Console Vault in my Ram 1500, but just sold that truck and am going to either a Subaru WRX or a BMW 3/4/5 series (2012-13 E92 335 or 535 xdrive, or if I can find a great deal on one a 2014 435).

All the things I've seen are simply lockboxes with easily-cut cables locked around seats - or worse yet, an easily-picked lock around the cable. I want something I can bolt in that will be secure but also discrete, preferably in the center console but a replacement glove box is not out of the question either (ie, original glove box becomes simply a lid / cover / facade for a safe bolted in behind it). I'm not necessarily opposed to cutting or screwing something into the center console if it's secure, hidden, etc. I just don't want anything that's going to shift around, be easy to remove, stuff like that.

[grantar2]

Since most theifs aren't looking for guns safes of any variety, and at least in my experience are coming with tools to cut cables the average cabled gun box is sufficient. If the car is stolen than the theif has time and can defeat any system.

However going down the more secure system that is bolted in, have you considered the Titan Safe. We don't carry them, but we looked at them at the SHOT Show, and at Ontario we were located next to the vendor.
At $360 they are pricey, but they appear very well built. They are very flexible in how you mount them. I think hiding it behind the glove box cover would be doable.

They are available on line, but there is a vendor that works the Gun Show Circuit, so if you have a show in your area you might take a look.

[Trghpy]

under steat storage drawer

Search for an under seat storage drawer. Pop the seat off and bolt the box between the seat and car.

[GlockN'Roll]

Search for an under seat storage drawer.

Pop the seat off and bolt the box between the seat and car.

I have the Bulldog one touch drawer style car safe in one of my cars.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ggUcYFu6fM

I find the spring loaded drawer can be a little finicky open at times.



Also make sure you have enough space to actually open the drawer from the front or you will need to climb into the backseat to load and unload you firearm from the drawer.

Most of the time I rely on my thinner cabled car safes as the slide out from under the driver or passenger seat allowing access from the front seats.

[bcsquare]

You could get the Gun Vault NV300 on Amazon for about $24. I use those in my Explorer and the wife's Subaru.

They're small enough to be tucked away under the seat.

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[Citadelgrad87]

I am working off memory, but isn't there a prohibition against a safe that is bolted to the vehicle? I thought there is some prohibition because of the war on drugs.

I cable lock a small metal lockbox to the seat frame and leave it under the seat where it can't be seen, but it's tiny, the magazine won't fit in with the pistol.

[GlockN'Roll]

but isn't there a prohibition against a safe that is bolted to the vehicle?

I am working off memory,

but isn't there a prohibition against a safe that is bolted to the vehicle?

I thought there is some prohibition because of the war on drugs.

I cable lock a small metal lockbox to the seat frame and leave it under the seat where it can't be seen,

but it's tiny, the magazine won't fit in with the pistol.

I was specifically told this in my CCW class regarding using the glove box or utility cases for gun storage, as they are permanently attached to the vehicle.

But others have said that this is a too literal interpretation of the law...


The under the seat cable safes come in a wide variety of sizes.

I have one that just barely slides under the passenger seat from the front, and yet will not fit under my driver's seat.

Be prepared to exchange them until you find the perfect compromise between interior capacity and exterior size...

[Trriemferent]

Secure logic makes a storage vault that fits under the car seat or it can be mounted anywhere you like. The thing that sets it apart is that it comes with a remote key fob which opens the box remotly. Sadly I can only find them on ebay ..... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Secure-Logic...YAAOSwwbdWKSPk

[GlockN'Roll]

Secure logic makes a storage vault that fits under the car seat or it can be mounted anywhere you like.

The thing that sets it apart is that it comes with a remote key fob which opens the box remotly.

Sadly I can only find them on ebay .....

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Secure-Logic...YAAOSwwbdWKSPk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lxRoxQ9ouk

http://www.amazon.com/Secure-Logic-20730-ezVault-Black/dp/B003FSSUA6

[grantar2]

The under the seat cable safes come in a wide variety of sizes.

I have one that just barely slides under the passenger seat from the front, and yet will not fit under my driver's seat.

Be prepared to exchange them until you find the perfect compromise between interior capacity and exterior size...[/QUOTE]

For those who live in Southern Orange County you can just bring your car (you need to get there somehow anyway) and test fit the box. I sell SnapSafe, and you can take one out to your vehicle and try before you buy.

Reduces the exchange problem. Our latest shipment have 18 gauge cables.

[grantar2]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lxRoxQ9ouk

http://www.amazon.com/Secure-Logic-2.../dp/B003FSSUA6

May be very nice, but one more gimmick to go wrong. Personally I believe the key is the most reliable way to access the gun, and the least likely to fail when your out.

[GlockN'Roll]

I agree, all of my car safes are key based...

May be very nice, but one more gimmick to go wrong.

Personally I believe the key is the most reliable way to access the gun, and the least likely to fail when your out.

I agree, all of my car safes are key based.

The prior poster who was recommending these remote control safes, said he could only find them on eBay, so I added links for alternate sites...

[M1NM]

I am working off memory, but isn't there a prohibition against a safe that is bolted to the vehicle? I thought there is some prohibition because of the war on drugs.

I think it refers to hidden storage compartments - behind dash etc.

[GlockN'Roll]

I think it refers to hidden storage compartments - behind dash etc...

I think it refers to hidden storage compartments - behind dash etc.

Quote:

12026.1. (a) Section 12025 shall not be construed to prohibit any
citizen of the United States over the age of 18 years who resides or
is temporarily within this state, and who is not within the excepted
classes prescribed by Section 12021 or 12021.1 of this code or
Section 8100 or 8103 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, from
transporting or carrying any pistol, revolver, or other firearm
capable of being concealed upon the person, provided that the
following applies to the firearm:
(1) The firearm is within a motor vehicle and it is locked in the
vehicle's trunk or in a locked container in the vehicle other than
the utility or glove compartment.
(2) The firearm is carried by the person directly to or from any
motor vehicle for any lawful purpose and, while carrying the firearm,
the firearm is contained within a locked container.
(b) The provisions of this section do not prohibit or limit the
otherwise lawful carrying or transportation of any pistol, revolver,
or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person in
accordance with this chapter.
(c) As used in this section, "locked container" means a secure
container which is fully enclosed and locked by a padlock, key lock,
combination lock, or similar locking device.

Some have said that the physically attaching of the safe to the vehicle (without regard to location) makes it a utility compartment...

[Dvrjon]

I think it refers to hidden storage compartments - behind dash etc.

Health and Safety Code 11366.8:

http://law.onecle.com/california/health/11366.8.html