Why should you rent out your campervan?

It’s not a secret that nowadays, travelling by campervan has become super trendy. As a matter of fact, an increasing number of people are buying campervans. That’s why, if you own a campervan, you are lucky! However, you might not be on the road every single day of the year. As a result, your motorhome often spends long periods of time parked and unused, which means it’s also an opportunity to rent out your campervan!

By making your vehicle available to other adventurers, you will not only be earning extra money but also helping them enjoy a different kind of tourist experience. They will be able to fully grasp what it really means to be travelling freely as they say goodbye to agendas and pre-booked schedules… Because yes, road-tripping is a synonym for freedom!

Earn extra income!

You know better than anyone how much it costs to maintain a campervan, so this is the first answer to why you  should rent out your campervan.

Renting your campervan will not only help you offset maintenance but will also help balance out the money spent on buying/renting a garage. In addition, as an Indie Campers host, you will be able to choose how much to charge your renters. After all, it’s your vehicle!

Keep your campervan in the best conditions

Leaving your campervan stationary for a long period of time can result in money loss. Why? Leaving the camper unused for more than a month comes with a risk. For example, the engine might lose power or the wheels may deform. Therefore, during this period it is advisable to empty the water tank, avoid humidity, inflate the wheels and check the van regularly to make sure that everything is in order. To sum up, renting out your campervan will make the whole maintenance process easier for you and will also help you to keep it in perfect condition all year round.

Help other adventurers

Respect for nature, getting out of the comfort zone, hospitality and desire to discover new places, are some of the perks that come with travelling in a motorhome. Likewise, renting out your campervan gives you the opportunity to help people feel what it’s like to live such an amazing experience. 

You decide when and who

Why rent out your campervan at Indie Campers? Renting out your campervan at Indie Campers enables you to reach a larger number of potential renters. Indeed, we help you find possible tenants and organise bookings,  Always keeping in mind that you are the one who decides when and to whom you will give the possibility to enjoy your vehicle. Indie Campers gives you the opportunity to talk with the renters before accepting the booking.

Lock the time of use of your motorhome

Moreover, if you’re asking yourself the question “can I lock time to use my campervan for myself?”, the answer is yes: you can always lock the time for when you will want to use your campervan and that’s it, it’s as simple as that!

Moreover, if you’re asking yourself the question “can I lock time to use my campervan for myself?”, the answer is yes: you can always lock the time for when you will want to use your campervan and that’s it, it’s as simple as that!

Now you will be able to make the best decision on how to get the most out of your campervan by taking into consideration everything that is mentioned above on why you should rent out your campervan.

You can also consult the Frequently Asked Questions to have a more complete overview.

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