The Vault at BIGHORN: A Luxury Car Club and Exotic Car Showcase in Palm Desert, California
The Vault at BIGHORN is an exclusive private automotive club located within the luxurious BIGHORN Golf Club community in Palm Desert, California. Designed for BIGHORN members and their prized vehicles, The Vault combines a premium collector-car gallery, secure vehicle storage, and an upscale social lounge in one private setting.
Located on the BIGHORN campus, The Vault at BIGHORN occupies approximately 24,000 square feet dedicated to celebrating automotive passion. The facility brings together exotic sports cars, American muscle cars, vintage classics, and motorcycles in an environment designed around the collector lifestyle.
The Redline Lounge: A Private Retreat for Car Collectors
Overlooking the garage floor is the Redline Lounge, an upscale gathering space featuring indoor and outdoor seating, eight flat-screen televisions, automotive-inspired furnishings, and a private bar.
The lounge offers views of both the collector-car gallery and the eighth fairway of BIGHORN’s Mountains golf course, with the surrounding Coachella Valley providing a scenic backdrop.
The Redline Lounge overlooks members’ private car collections and features a collector-inspired bar, custom automotive-themed seating, large-screen televisions, and a professional racing simulator.
“We have been dreaming of this car haven for a few years, mapping out plans of how best to create this one-of-a-kind experience,” says Jay Westman, BIGHORN Member and President of The Vault at BIGHORN and chief executive of Jayman Built. “As a developer myself, it’s exciting to see new, unique amenities being created by established communities.”
Spanning approximately 4,000 square feet, the Redline Lounge includes 2,500 square feet of interior space and 1,500 square feet of outdoor living areas. Two custom curved sofas provide seating around a Ferrari tachometer-inspired coffee table, while a distinctive McLaren grille adds another automotive design element.
Glass doors connect the lounge with its surroundings, allowing members to enjoy views of the showroom, golf course, and desert landscape.
Collector-Car Storage, Security, and Racing Technology
The entrance to The Vault features handcrafted, bank vault-style doors that open to reveal the collection of vehicles inside. The distinctive entrance reflects the facility’s emphasis on both automotive presentation and security.
Technology is another important part of the experience. The facility incorporates fingerprint scanners, 360-degree high-definition surveillance cameras, and 4K ultra-high-definition televisions.
For members who enjoy performance driving, The Vault also features a VirtualGT VFT Carbon racing simulator. Its professional-style cockpit includes a custom-designed MOMO Racing steering wheel with integrated fingertip controls and paddle shifters, allowing enthusiasts to experience simulated racing without leaving the club.
Designed for BIGHORN members and their prized vehicles, The Vault offers approximately 24,000 square feet of collector-focused space, combining a private automotive gallery with exclusive social amenities.
“The Vault at BIGHORN is an incredible experience for car collectors of all kinds,” Westman says. “We cater to the car collector, and that’s why we created the perfect car garage and sports lounge. And as a bonus, the club sports dynamic views of the picturesque mountains and sunsets.”
A Private Automotive Community Within BIGHORN
What makes The Vault particularly distinctive is its integration into an established private country club. Rather than operating as a traditional public car storage facility, it provides BIGHORN members with a dedicated place to store, display, and appreciate their vehicles while enjoying the surrounding club amenities.
Members, including Westman, have purchased car storage within The Vault. The collection reflects a broad range of automotive interests, from exotic performance cars and American muscle to vintage cruisers and motorcycles.
The concept also reflects the growing connection between collector-car ownership and luxury lifestyle communities, where automotive facilities can become gathering places as well as secure spaces for valuable vehicles.
“As car clubs continue to expand their lifestyle to redefine the membership experience, having something as special as The Vault will be a point of differentiation for BIGHORN throughout the world”, expresses Todd Blue, Chairman, and Dealer Principal of indiGO Auto Group’s Desert European Motorcars. “Automobile fascination has always been a part of this great country, but now collectible and classic cars are considered a legitimate asset class.
Complementing classic cars with drivable modern luxury and exotic cars, all in one building will make The Vault the cool place to be.”
By bringing together private vehicle storage, an automotive-themed lounge, and a collection of enthusiast cars, The Vault at BIGHORN illustrates how luxury country clubs can incorporate collector-car culture into the membership experience.
Contact BIGHORN Properties
BIGHORN Properties
Palm Desert, California
Seasonal Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 760-773-5300 or 800-551-5578
Fax: 760-779-1983
Website: The Vault at BIGHORN
Membership eligibility, storage availability, amenities, and operating hours should be confirmed directly with BIGHORN Properties.
