Do you often hire a campervan for your road trip adventures? Then you’ve probably considered buying a campervan of your own. Is owning a campervan worth it? Or even a good investment in the long run? There are many compelling reasons to consider buying over hiring, such as freedom, being self-sufficient on the road, sleeping in your own bed and many more. Let’s get to them.
1. Enjoy freedom and flexibility
Freedom’s a much-loved word among the campervanning and van life community and with good reason! Owning a home on wheels gives you the ultimate flexibility to travel on your terms, and there’s no need to book in advance or adhere to a hire company’s terms or hire schedules. Imagine waking up on Saturday morning and spontaneously deciding to head off for a weekend getaway. You can explore wherever, whenever. Whether that’s a summer-long road trip through Europe or a cosy weekend trip by the British coast, buying a campervan of your own opens up a world of travel possibilities.
2. It’s cost-effective in the long run
You might be wondering whether owning a motorhome is a good investment. While the initial purchase price may be a significant sum of money, owning a campervan can be more economical over time. Frequent campervan trips can accumulate hefty hire fees when hiring, and each hire often comes with additional costs like insurance and mileage charges. When you own a campervan, you can embark on countless journeys without worrying about these extra expenses. Furthermore, you have the option to save on holiday accommodation by staying at campsites or even free overnight parking spots, which significantly lowers your overall holiday costs.
3. Have the comforts of home on the road
Sleeping in your own bed, bringing your favourite kitchen utensils, having enough space to store your stuff, should we go on? There’s something about not having to cram all your holiday necessities into a tiny suitcase when going on a trip. Being able travel in a familiar environment is the cherry on top, especially when making long journeys. You’d be surprised how quickly having the comforts of home on the road can translate to a better holiday experience and higher quality of your precious R & R time.
4. Connect with nature more often
At Goboony, you’ll frequently hear us preach that the best hotel room has four wheels. Nothing is more true when it comes to motorhome travel. A lot can be said about whether owning a campervan is worth it in monetary terms, but what it buys you in experience is priceless. Instead of being stuck in one destination between four walls, enjoy a different view every night on four wheels. Wake up in the mountains, by the sea or in the forest and quite literally have nature on your doorstep. Should we go on?
5. Easily take your family on the road
Buying a campervan can be the perfect solution when it comes to going on family holidays. There’s ample space for everyone, making it easy to travel together without the hassle of booking multiple hotel rooms or seats on a flight. Kids have room to play in the back while on the road (safely strapped in), keeping everyone fed is easy with a fridge at hand and bathroom breaks were never as quick. Furthermore, flexibility when choosing your route and destinations means you can easily adapt your holiday to suit your family’s best interests.
Check out our inspiration for family-friendly travel.
6. Go on any type of adventure
Owning a campervan opens up a world of holiday possibilities. Not only can you easily travel to any type of destination, but it’s also a gateway to different types of holidays. Is relaxing your number one priority? Be sure to pack your lounge camping chairs. More of the active type? Stack up your hiking or biking gear. Can’t wait to get in the sea? SUPs and surfboards on the roof it is. Heading to the heat or prefer the cold? Good thing your adventure wagon comes with aircon and a heater. There’s truly no limit to the possibilities when you travel in a campervan.
7. You become part of a community
Owning a motorhome opens the door to a friendly community of fellow campervanning enthusiasts. There are countless online forums, social media groups, and local meet-ups where you can connect with others who share your passion for this type of travel. Engaging in this community can enhance your experiences, as you can share tips, itineraries and travel tales with like-minded individuals. Have we mentioned the countless apps that are specially built for campervanners, designed to make life on the road as easy as possible?
8. It’s pet-friendly!
Probably our favourite of all reasons to buy a campervan: never again will your pet be left behind! Many holiday accommodation options can be restrictive when it comes to pets, but in your own campervan, you can take your furry family members along for the ride. They can enjoy the freedom of the outdoors along with you, and you can say goodbye to having to arrange a pet sitter.
Check out our inspiration for dog-friendly campervan travel.
9. It encourages a sustainable way of travel
Travelling in a campervan is a sustainable choice for many reasons. It encourages off-grid camping, reducing your reliance on hotels and the associated energy consumption. Many modern campervans are equipped with eco-friendly features, such as solar panels and energy-efficient appliances, minimising their environmental impact. Some campervans are even fully electric, dissolving the need for fuel altogether.
Additionally, campervan travel usually entails exploring more locally, supporting small businesses and reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance travel. Furthermore, camping in less commercialised areas often comes with a more sustainable approach to travel, as you can cook your own meals, minimising food and plastic waste — all while practising Leave No Trace principles.
Check out how the footprint of campervan travel compares to other travel options.
10. Have the possibility to change your lifestyle
A lot of travellers who have hired a campervan on Goboony and then went on to buy one of their own, report back to us that it’s changed their life for the better. Having quick access to a campervan is such an easy way to allow more room for spontaneity and freedom to travel in your life. Furthermore, with remote work becoming increasingly possible, a campervan provides the opportunity to take your work on the road with you while extending your trips.
Try before you buy
We hope these reasons help you in your journey of buying a campervan. If you’re still not entirely convinced, unsure if the lifestyle is for you, or uncertain about the type of campervan you want, why not try before you buy?
We have a wide range of campervans in all shapes and sizes available for hire on Goboony, so you’re sure to find the type you’d like to take for a test drive, and it’s likely nearby you! This way, you can feel confident in your choice when it’s time to purchase your own. The extra benefit of hiring from a private owner is that you can ask them all possible questions you may have. Owners on our platform are always passionate about their vehicles and are often happy to share their tips and experiences with you.
Share your campervan to earn back some of its costs
Buying a campervan, whether new or second-hand, is a significant expense! Fortunately, you can quickly earn back some of its costs by sharing your vehicle on our platform. Sharing property is becoming more popular every day. Consider Goboony the Airbnb of campervans. Why let your property sit and rust when you’re not using it, if you earn an extra income by safely hiring it out to fellow travellers?
Check out how much you can earn by hiring out your campervan.
