Abstract: The present invention relates to an anchoring system and apparatus for positively anchoring a vehicle with respect to a base. The anchoring system includes three or more rigid anchoring apparatus which grasp the pinchwelds of the vehicle to support the vehicle above the base. The apparatus are provided with clamps to secure the support members to the base. The base may be an elevated platform, elevated rails or a concrete floor. The present invention further provides a novel anchoring device insertable into a concrete floor which anchors a rigid anchoring member. The anchoring device cooperates with the clamps and anchoring member to positively anchor the anchoring apparatus to the concrete floor.