Anyone ever rent an RV in SE WI?

[Chalky]

I keep thinking I wouldn't mind renting one just to try it. Thinking a class A.

Any recommendations, suggestions experiences to share?

[Car Guy]

Be prepared to shell out some big $$$ for the rental itself along with the gas to make it go, and more so with current gas prices. Last year I looked into renting one to take down to the Orlando World Street Nationals (for 4 people) and it was cheaper to fly down and rent a hotel for two/three days.....

I guess it really depends on how far you're going with it but it's just not economical to do so, you would have to want to do it for the 'experience'......

[CobraSnake]

I know there is a place that rents RV's on Howell just north of College.

Mark

[Car Guy]

That is one of the places I looked into and I think it's called RV Cruise America or something real close to that. I know for a fact that the largest top of the line RV from there is $500+ a day :wooo because my wife’s previous place of employment rented one JUST to test some mirrors on.....:rolleyes:

[shoooo32]

Uhaul used to rent them back in the day, I don't know if they still do. Most RVs, like anything you rent is beat up and poorly maintained. I would recommend finding someone locally (private citizen) that would let you take theirs out for a fee. Not too many people can afford to take out a class A coach anymore given operating costs are about a buck a mile so most are just sitting.

[Chalky]

Be prepared to shell out some big $$$ for the rental itself along with the gas to make it go, and more so with current gas prices. Last year I looked into renting one to take down to the Orlando World Street Nationals (for 4 people) and it was cheaper to fly down and rent a hotel for two/three days.....

I guess it really depends on how far you're going with it but it's just not economical to do so, you would have to want to do it for the 'experience'......

Kind of for the experience thing. Not even sure where I would go.:) Looking for something in maybe 32-34 length, just want a class A.

Funny thing but I did email a couple of dealers and never got replies.

[Car Guy]

Well I was curious as to how much it would be so I ran an estimate for a 30ft RV. You essentially pay $.32 per mile but have to pay for 300miles up front with the final adjustment being made when you return it.....

Estimate
(All Prices USD $)
3 Nights $357.00
300 Estimated miles $96.00
Supplemental Liability Insurance No Charge
Vehicle Prep Fee No Charge
State Tax (5.60%) $25.37
Rental Tax (5%) $22.65
Total Charge $501.02
Damage Deposit $500.00
Due on Pickup $1001.02
Trip Details
Pick Up Location 6146 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Drop Off Location 6146 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Call Pickup Location at 414-570-1879 for departure arrangements prior to arrival.
Pick Up Date September 19, 2008 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM
Drop Off Date September 22, 2008 before 11:00 AM
RV Type Large RV (C30)
Number of Passengers 7
Kitchen Kit No
Personal Kits No personal kits
Total miles included
with rental 300 miles
Payment Details
Reservation Downpayment $300
Balance Due on Pickup $701.02
Cancel Date for Refund September 15, 2008

[Rocket Power]

We rented one at work for us to go in between tests during the winter when the warmest day was 0*:wow
The place was in West Allis but I don't remember the name. It was a nice unit, it had the van front but still had tv, kitchen area, etc. Probably about as big as you can get with the van front, they may have the big ones too. IIRC it was 92nd or so and a bit north of schlinger. my co worker picked it up and dropped it off.

[86GUTLASS]

A buddy of mine and his friends used to rent one every year from the place in west allis over by schlinger.He said they had the best rates around and they were nice RV'S .

[Chalky]

Well I was curious as to how much it would be so I ran an estimate for a 30ft RV. You essentially pay $.32 per mile but have to pay for 300miles up front with the final adjustment being made when you return it.....

Estimate
(All Prices USD $)
3 Nights $357.00
300 Estimated miles $96.00
Supplemental Liability Insurance No Charge
Vehicle Prep Fee No Charge
State Tax (5.60%) $25.37
Rental Tax (5%) $22.65
Total Charge $501.02
Damage Deposit $500.00
Due on Pickup $1001.02
Trip Details
Pick Up Location 6146 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Drop Off Location 6146 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee, WI
Call Pickup Location at 414-570-1879 for departure arrangements prior to arrival.
Pick Up Date September 19, 2008 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM
Drop Off Date September 22, 2008 before 11:00 AM
RV Type Large RV (C30)
Number of Passengers 7
Kitchen Kit No
Personal Kits No personal kits
Total miles included
with rental 300 miles
Payment Details
Reservation Downpayment $300
Balance Due on Pickup $701.02
Cancel Date for Refund September 15, 2008

Throw in gas and an a 1600 mile trip for 7 days and KaChing! What kind of mileage do you get with a 30 ft gas?

[Car Guy]

You'd be lucky to get 10mpg because it should have the V10 triton. I'm thinking you'll spend $1,500 in all for the week just to rent it if you're going to put on 1,600 miles.....:wooo
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