
Have you ever dreamt of owning a vehicle like an RV, campervan, or motorycyle in Europe? Yeah, me too. Have you done the homework and dicovered the dizzying array of challenges registering a vehicle as a non-EU resident poses? I've been there. Perhaps you live somewhere outside of Europe, but you would like to spend part of your time here and have the convenience of a vehicle at your disposal.
EU Road Joy is here to help....
Our story probably starts a lot like yours. Europe's old world charm, culture, and beautiful geography captivate me. I yearn to explore it at my own pace and style and I love motorcycles. But, I'm from "across the pond" and I discover I am unable to register a vehicle in Europe as a non-resident. Luckily, I had a friend who could help, but an idea was born.....
Through our ownership program, you enjoy the freedom of owning a vehicle just like you would in your home country. The process:
1. Find the vehicle that's right for you here in the EU.
2. Purchase the vehicle through EU Road Joy.
3. EU Road Joy is the registered owner, but you retain full control of the vehicle.
EU Road Joy is incorporated in Barcelona, Spain. That makes purchasing vehicles in Spain quick and easy. Vehicles can also be purchased anywhere in the EU single market, but the vehicle will need to be entered into the Spanish vehicle registry.
From advice on which vehicle to purchase to assistance executing the transaction, you decide the level of support required.
Once you've found the vehicle that's right for you, it's time to make the purchase. EU Road Joy's business name and details will be the listed owner on the sales contract and vehicle registration. However, a contract between you and EU Road Joy explicitly designates you as the sole owner and decision-maker concerning the vehicle. This makes you fully liable for the vehicle, but also guarantees your authority over it's use and your ability to sell the vehicle when and how you wish in the future.
Sometimes we run into car problems. This is a photo of me enjoying a road trip in France after having issues with my Mercedes Sprinter DIY campervan. EU Road Joy can keep problems to a minimum through our vehicle management plan which ensures your vehicle is kept up to date with scheduled service, required safety inspections, and roadside assistance.
Perhaps you only plan on using your EU vehicle for a fraction of the year. You may want to consider entering the vehicle into our rental program. Let your investment work for you and earn money while you're not using it. We handle everything. You get a pay out from every rental.
EU Road Joy can arrange indoor or outdoor storage for your vehicle while you're away. We also know our way around RVs and campervans and can assist with techical works on the household side of the vehicle so that you know your vehicle is ready to go when you arrive. We also provide support, wrokshop access, and other assistance to customers interested in their own vehicle projects like campervan build outs.
Hi! I started EU Road Joy because I saw an opportunity to help well-intentioned people live and travel in their own unique way. Our services benefit an array of customer types, whether you're In Europe seasonally, work remotely, or need a vehicle for business. I also see benefits for the local environment, whether that's boosting the car market or alleviating congestion in the more highly visited tourist areas by making travel off the beaten track more accessible to our customers.
I'm from the USA and have been living between Norway and Spain since 2016. I'm a sailor, pilot, carpenter, mechanic, and classic car/motorcycle enthusiast and have spent a good deal of time travelling and on the road. After landing in Barcelona, I'm ready to help you on your journey.
Sincerely,
Zach Wallen