How to prepare your car for sharing
June 10, 2026
A listing that looks cared-for gets booked first. Here is what actually moves the needle.
Photos sell the car
Take 6–10 photos in daylight: front three-quarter view, both sides, rear, dashboard, seats and the boot. Wash the car first and shoot against a calm background — a quiet street or a parking level works fine. Skip filters; renters trust photos that look real.
Be honest in the description
List what matters on the road: transmission, fuel type, seats, child-seat anchors, parking sensors, Bluetooth. If the car has scratches or quirks (slow cold start, firm clutch), say so — a renter who knows what to expect leaves a calmer review than one who is surprised.
Keep the paperwork valid
Make sure the compulsory third-party insurance and the periodic roadworthiness inspection are valid for the whole rental period. Check your casco policy and any leasing terms for restrictions on renting the car out — better to know before the first booking.
Make pickup easy
Add a couple of free pickup spots that are easy to find — a well-known square, a station, a park-and-ride. Write one line about where exactly the car usually stands. Renters read it right before they walk to the car, so be specific.
Respond fast — or go instant
Booking requests expire if you don't answer. If your calendar is reliable, enable Instant Book: listings that confirm immediately rank better and convert far more lookers into renters.
A tidy car, a true description and a fast answer — that's most of a five-star rating before the trip even starts.