Online RV parts and accessories shop

Sell RV and camper parts, maintenance products and accessories online to owners who can't find them locally.

Startup cost$1.5k to $7.5k

Monthly revenue$1k to $5k

Time needed10+ h/week

First incomeWeeks

$1.5k-7.5k
Side hustle
Online

Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.

Official data

38,567 US businesses with employees in this field, -0.5% in a year

NAICS 441310 “Automotive parts and accessories stores”. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023.

What it is

An online shop focused on parts, accessories and maintenance products for motorhomes, travel trailers and campers, such as water hoses, leveling blocks, sealants, filters, hookup adapters and cleaning products. You can stock a small range yourself or have a distributor ship orders directly to customers.

Your first three steps

Pick a narrow niche (for example, towing and hitch gear or water systems) and check what established sellers charge
Apply for wholesale accounts with RV parts distributors and ask about dropshipping options
Set up a simple online store with clear fitment info and list your first 30 to 50 products

Who pays

RV owners doing their own repairs and upgrades, full-time RVers, weekend campers and small RV rental owners.

How it makes money

You earn the margin between your wholesale cost and your selling price, plus shipping fees. Bundles such as winterizing kits or new-owner starter kits can raise the average order value.

Skills that help

Basic knowledge of RVs and how they work
Product listings and photography
Customer service and handling returns

Watch out for

Sales tax registration and resale certificate rules in your state, and how online sales tax applies to your customers' states
Wrong-fit returns: parts must match the customer's model, so list fitment details carefully
Shipping rules for chemicals, aerosols or propane-related items, check carrier restrictions
General liability and product liability insurance, and whether your home or LLC setup needs a local business license

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Everything you need to start: online RV parts and accessories shop

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to start an online RV parts shop?

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how much stock you hold yourself versus having a distributor ship direct. Treat this as a rough estimate and start with a small range.

How much can an online RV parts store earn?

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your product range, listings and order volume. The estimate assumes at least about 10 hours a week.

What rules should I check before selling RV parts online?

Check sales tax registration and resale certificate rules in your state, and how online sales tax applies in your customers' states. Check carrier restrictions on chemicals and aerosols, insurance, and any local business license. List fitment details carefully.