Airbnb for cars: the peer-to-peer car rental guide
If you've ever wished renting a car felt more like booking an Airbnb than queuing at a counter, that's exactly what peer-to-peer car rental is. Here's how the "Airbnb for cars" model works, why people use it, and how to get started — as a renter or as a host.
What does "Airbnb for cars" actually mean?
Same idea as Airbnb, applied to vehicles: people who own cars list them on a marketplace, and travelers book them directly. There's no fleet, no counter, no shuttle bus to a far-away lot. You pick the exact car you want, meet the human who actually drives it, and get the keys. Get In handles the parts that need to be standardized — insurance, payments, identity checks, and a claims process if something goes wrong — so the rental itself can feel personal.
Why renters choose the marketplace model
- Variety you can't get at a counter. Convertibles, EVs, vintage classics, vans for a move, a 4x4 for the trail. Agencies stock what's profitable; hosts stock what they love.
- Better prices on better cars. Without the fleet overhead, the same money usually gets you a newer or nicer car than the equivalent agency rental.
- Skip the airport ritual. Meet the host at the gate, your hotel, or the address that's actually convenient — no shuttle, no counter, no upsells.
- A real person to ask. Hosts know quirks: where to park, which charging stop is fastest, the trick to the convertible roof. That's the part agencies can't replicate.
Why hosts list on a peer-to-peer marketplace
Most cars sit unused 95% of the time. Listing on Get In turns that idle time into income — typically a few hundred to a few thousand dollars a month depending on the car, city, and how often it's available. You set the price, you pick the dates, and every booking comes with insurance and a verified renter.
How a trip works on Get In
- Search by city or airport and pick the dates you need.
- Browse cars with photos, reviews, and features. Pick the one you actually want.
- Book instantly, choose a protection tier, and pay securely.
- Message the host to arrange pickup — at their place, your hotel, or the airport.
- Drive. Return the car on time, leave a review, and you're done.
Is peer-to-peer rental safe?
Every trip includes a protection plan from our licensed insurance partner — liability coverage to state minimums and physical damage coverage for the host's vehicle. Renters are identity-verified before they can book. If something goes wrong, there's a real claims process with a 48-hour response target. The full breakdown lives on our protection guide.
Get started
If you're traveling, browse cars in your destination city. If you've got a car sitting in the driveway, list it in a few minutes and let it pay for itself.