The storage apparatus for removable roof panels of an automobile includes a roof panel rack having a base member, a top member, and at least one support member joining the base and top members such that the base and top members are separated by a distance substantially equal to the at least one support member. The at least one support member includes at least one bearing support that is adapted to supportively receive the removable roof panel and a locking bar. A locking bar body having a locking bar and a locking bar cover is operatively coupled to the roof panel rack and is designed and configured to secure at least one removable roof panel. A protective cover is disposed between two removable roof panels. The storage apparatus is adapted to be arranged as a stand outside the automobile.