Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 


Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
 
Old 06-10-2015, 11:22 AM   #1
New Member
 
rehoboth beach , Delaware
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 2
renting before buying

Hello Everyone ! We, my partner and I , are real newbies, and think we would like to rent an Airstream for a few weeks before we invest in a purchase. Good idea ? if so, does anyone on the east coast know of a rental organization or company , or even a private owner willing to rent to two semi-respectable older adults with two more respectable adult dogs ? we are in delaware, ,thanks mark s
mark saun is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-10-2015, 12:03 PM   #2
Moderator
 
Stefrobrts's Avatar

 
1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground , Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,271
Images: 50
Blog Entries: 1
Our local Airstream dealer has rentals (though obviously on the wrong coast for you). If you can find one, it seems like a good way to see if you like camping in a trailer. If you can't find an Airstream to rent, try any RV rental. The experience will be similar.

If there are any rallys going on nearby, I would recommend you head over and say hello to other Airstreamers. They are usually very welcoming and love to give tours Plus you'll get to know other 'streamers in your area. See if the WBCCI (the Airstream club) has a unit near you.
__________________
Stephanie




Stefrobrts is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-10-2015, 12:09 PM   #3
Full Time Adventurer
 
BoldAdventure's Avatar
 
2007 27' International CCD FB
Nomadic , USA
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 2,748
It's been discussed, you've got Airstream2go which does rentals, but the price is on par with Exotic rentals, so you're talking 4K++ but tow vehicle is included.

And a few other less than stellar options. There is a thread on here about weather or not folks loan/rent their private Airstreams, the general consciousness of that thread is NO, Absolutely not.

Hate to be a bummer.

If you're a total newbie to RV/Travel Trailers, I wouldn't suggest an Airstream as a first purchase anyways. Unless a year later you decide you hate it and are dealing with unloading a very expensive asset.
__________________
Family of 5 exploring the USA with a Ram Power Wagon & Airstream in tow.
OUR BLOG | INSTAGRAM
BoldAdventure is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-10-2015, 12:21 PM   #4
Figment of My Imagination
 
Protagonist's Avatar
 
2012 Interstate Coach
From All Over , More Than Anywhere Else
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 10,868
Quote:
Originally Posted by mark saun View Post
Hello Everyone ! We, my partner and I , are real newbies, and think we would like to rent an Airstream for a few weeks before we invest in a purchase. Good idea ?
If you're newbies to RV camping, and not just newbies to Airstreaming, consider renting any RV first, not necessarily an Airstream, to see if you even like the RV experience.

If you finish up your first trip and both you and your companions all still like living for a few weeks in a metal box that's only about 15% of the size of your home, THEN it's time to consider buying an Airstream. And you'll have something to compare it to.
__________________
I thought getting old would take longer!
Protagonist is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-10-2015, 12:26 PM   #5
Rivet Master
 
Caffeinated's Avatar
 
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Newberg , Oregon
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 1,057
I second the post above. If you have not camped in a trailer before, just rent a rv and go for a week. Keep your drives manageable, see how you like being in a self contained unit that you will fill with water, dump waste, etc. if you find its fun, then go kick tires at a dealer.

Mike

Mike
Caffeinated is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
A little info please before buying a Classic... Corrales Kid Classic Motorhomes 6 03-18-2012 07:55 PM
Need advice before buying a Sovereign with water damage emanboulay Trailer Values 17 03-14-2012 02:48 PM
How long did you shop for your Airstream before buying? AtomicKiwi Our Community 48 02-07-2012 05:17 PM
Buying an RV Lot vs Renting Cstar Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 7 06-25-2010 05:38 PM


Featured Campgrounds

Reviews provided by

Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Airstream, Inc. or any of its affiliates. Airstream is a registered trademark of Airstream Inc. All rights reserved. Airstream trademark used under license to Social Knowledge LLC.



All times are GMT -6. The time now is 08:16 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.