{"id":10100,"date":"2019-02-22T06:00:47","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T10:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rvusa.com\/blog\/?p=10100"},"modified":"2023-10-05T08:59:45","modified_gmt":"2023-10-05T12:59:45","slug":"why-you-should-rent-an-rv-before-buying-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rvusa.com\/blog\/why-you-should-rent-an-rv-before-buying-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Rent an RV Before Buying One"},"content":{"rendered":"

We know that purchasing an RV<\/a> is a huge decision. You have to consider square footage, the price, how often you\u2019ll take it out on the road, how many bells and whistles you want and so much more. Sure, you can go to your favorite RV dealer<\/a> and walk in and out of as many RVs as you want, but it won\u2019t be the same as physically sleeping, showering and cooking in it.<\/p>\n

The best way to increase your confidence about purchasing your first RV is to spend lots of time in rented RVs<\/a>. This way, you can drive, eat, cook, clean and camp out of different RVs before you buckle down on the one you decide to buy.<\/p>\n

The point of renting an RV<\/a> (or RVs) is to give you as much information about what you want and don\u2019t want in your own RV before you purchase one. Below we go into more detail on why you should rent an RV before purchasing one.<\/p>\n

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You\u2019ll know what you need and don\u2019t need<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re relatively new to the world of RVs, you probably don\u2019t know much about them. That\u2019s perfectly acceptable, but do a little research on what you might need and don\u2019t need before you purchase your RV. RVs these days come with so many extras, and you\u2019ll save money if you figure out what you\u2019ll actually use. For example, if you plan on mostly dry camping in forest areas<\/a> while traveling, you\u2019ll probably want a smaller RV. If you plan to do a lot of work on the road, though, you might want to look into an RV with extra or enough space for you to do that work.<\/p>\n

Renting one will help you understand how RVs work<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n

You can read the RV manual<\/a> all you want, but it won\u2019t beat renting an RV to spend some time in first. Trying to learn everything about a new RV is overwhelming and not much of the information really sinks in. Renting an RV gives you the chance to fully understand the system and how everything works. For example, in your stationary house, you can have multiple items running at once without think twice about it. In an RV, your power is limited and you can easily blow breakers if you aren\u2019t careful.<\/p>\n

You get to decide what layout you want<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n

You may know exactly what you like when it comes to layouts in stationary houses, but your preferences might be completely different in your RV since you\u2019ll probably be doing different things. Maybe having more counter space in the kitchen area is more important than having a big bedroom or bathroom to you. Or maybe you\u2019ll need a large living or lounge area to accommodate for all the people that will be RVing with you. You\u2019ll learn all this within just a few days of being in an RV, which is why you\u2019ll want to rent one first<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll save your money<\/strong>!<\/h3>\n

It might sound like a long shot, but here me out. If you don\u2019t know exactly what you\u2019re looking for in an RV, it\u2019ll end up costing you way more than you\u2019re comfortable with. Sure, it\u2019ll be nice to have huge Class A motorhome<\/a> that comes standard with all the bells and whistles, but if it\u2019s only you and your partner that are going to dry camp, for example, all the extras aren\u2019t necessary. Knowing the little quirks about what you like and don\u2019t like will also help you become a confident RV shopper that is less influenced by any sales people. In the end, your wallet will thank you!<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll know how comfortable you are with driving an RV<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n

Some RVs, like Class Cs<\/a> and vans, are smaller so they\u2019re easier to drive and keep straight on the road. Other RVs, like Class As, are quite large and can be exhausting after a long day of driving one if you aren\u2019t used to them. If you rent an RV, pay close attention to how you feel after you\u2019ve been behind the wheel for a few hours. If you feel a bit overwhelmed, maybe a smaller RV is the better choice for you.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be able to set your budget more realistically. <\/strong><\/h3>\n

When you\u2019re spending time in your rental, your budget will probably fluctuate<\/a> a bit. That\u2019s because you might be spending more on gas, food or campground fees than you planned for. Or maybe the cost of the rental was more than you expected. Your budget will always be changing, because your RV is essentially a house on wheels. There will be minor fixes along the way and major maintenance issues you\u2019ll have to budget for. RVs are likely to have just as many problems as stationary houses. A good idea is to write down everything you\u2019ve fixed in your rental along with the price so you can be better prepared when you create a budget for purchasing an RV.<\/p>\n

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A few other questions to ask yourself before you buy\u2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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  1. Will my family survive spending so much time together in a small space?<\/li>\n
  2. Will there be enough storage space<\/a> for everyone\u2019s belongings?<\/li>\n
  3. What about animals? Will my pets be comfortable in an RV<\/a>?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Whether you\u2019re ready to rent or buy, RVUSA.com<\/a> has got you covered with all your RV needs!<\/h5>\n

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