How much off retail to start haggling? New TT

DutchmenSport wrote:
lacofdfireman

Your response is noted and does add a new dimension to the equation. If you are looking for a camper to rent-out, and you want something that can be towed by virtually anything, I think a smaller camper, like a Casita Travel Trailer would be a better choice. It might not have all the bells and whistles you are thinking of, but face it ... someone renting a TT probably has no, or very little, prior experience. Outside kitchens, bunks, (bells and whistles) probably will not affect one's decision as much as what they can actually tow ... especially if they have a smaller tow vehicle. With this style of camper, most will probably not need weight distribution, in some states, if the total weight of the camper is less than 3000 pounds, the trailer does not even need brakes. This is something else you need to consider for each renter with the camper you are considering. Although it sounds like it's a certain weight, weight distribution will still be needed, as well as an electric brake controller. I don't know of too many people driving an F150, or 1500 that does not already own a travel trailer has as an extra spare weight distribution hitch laying around, let alone wired for electric brakes?

Your idea is OK, you just need to think of a smaller camper that fits a wider clientele's tow vehicle.

Edit:
There is another option. You said you have campgrounds near you. Here in Indiana, there are a few boat rental companies that will haul the rented boat to your choice of lake. Then they come and pick it up and take it back to their shop.

If you are planning on doing the same... provide the transportation, set up and then bring it back home yourself, then the camper you have selected would definitely be a winner! Personally, if I were to rent my camper, this is the only way I'd do it. Tow it myself, set it up, and then take it down. The customer just shows up at the door with their blanket and pot and pan and hotdog stick.

Some great information in this post. One of my concerns in renting a TT is making sure that the renting vehicle is setup properly to tow the TT. I'll have to take all this into consideration before I settle on a make and model. Reason for the Bunks, outdoor kitchen and queen bed is because this is things I want personally since I will also be using the TT at times when it's not rented. Bunk beds means more of a chance for a family to rent and enjoy it. If I just buy something with a queen bed only I think I really limit my pool of renters. I need to stop by my local rental companies and check and see what they are renting and what they require. That should give me an idea of what to do. I have actually taken my Motorhome and set it up at a campground for renters a few times. I do like that but it just takes to much time. I still have a full time job.