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Camper Van Conversions
It's never been easier to complete your own camper van conversion. With the reduced cost and increased availability of parts, tools and used vehicles you too can make your own dream camper van, at a fraction of the cost of buying a professional conversion. Read more »
VW Camper Vans For Sale
Looking for a classic Split Screen or Bay Window VW camper? Or a new T4 or T5? Here are the best places to find and buy a VW camper van.
Since VW popularised the camper van the Transporter remains one of the most popular vans on which to base a campervan. Since the early Split Screen model companies have converted many vehicles on the various VW chassis. Read more »
Camper Vans For Sale
Finding a good camper van to buy can be a tricky and time consuming task. You want to buy a solid vehicle at the right price. This guide tells you the best places to look to find your dream camper.
Mercedes Sprinter Campervans For Sale
Mercedes have been making high quality vans for years, and the Sprinter is perhaps the best commercial van available today. Used by just about every courier service in Europe, the Sprinter is ultra-reliable and very well made. Read more »
Campervan buyers guide
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This page is about buying a camper van. There are other pages dedicated to buying a VW camper van, and also buying a panel van for a camper van conversion.
Planing a Camper Van Conversion
Planning any camper van conversion is essential. If you don't you could find yourself undoing work you have already done, wasting time and materials. You'll also save yourself more than a few headaches. Read more »
Motorhomes
A motorhome or motorcaravan offer the best in luxury and space. Generally fitted with everything one needs, including a shower and toilet. With a motorhome you are self sufficient and can do without campsites. Read more »
Choosing a base vehicle for a camper van conversion
Choosing the right type of vehicle for your campervan conversion is critical. You need a vehicle that matches your camping requirements, budget and vehicle maintenance skill level. Read more »
Legal Information, Requirements and Rules for Camper Vans DVLA
Update: March 2011 - Many people applying to have vehicles re-registered as "Motor Caravans" with the DVLA are being refused, as their vehicle does "Not look like a motor caravan from the outside". The DVLA are then re-classifying the vehicles as "Vans with windows". Read more »
Camper Van Insurance
Ensuring you have the correct insurance when travelling at home, abroad or even just for daily use is vital. Staveley Head van insurance policies cover whatever your situation and update where needed if travelling across international borders.
You may find Van Insurance Comparison useful for choosing the right policy.
Wild Camping or Free Camping
Wild camping, or free camping is where you park your vehicle in an acceptable place, such as a beach car park, and camp for free. Camping is perhaps a misleading term. In most countries erecting a tent is not accepted, and you should ensure that all of your things remain in your vehicle. Sitting outside with a table and chairs is fine, as is hanging out your washing. Read more »
Stealth camper vans
Stealth camper vans are home made camper vans that do not look like a camper van from the outside. This generally means they do not have any windows. People do not add windows to their camper vans to avoid the attention of thieves. Read more »
France
France is the largest country in western Europe, and also the most visited country in the world. France has a lot to offer any traveler. France has Atlantic, Mediterranean and English Channel coastlines. Paris is a gem of a city. France is one of the best countries in the world to camp in. Driving is easy, roads are good. Read more »
Spain
Spain is much more than a package holiday destination. With a very diverse range of landscapes, cultures and languages, Spain is defiantly a place to stop and experience what is going on around you. Read more »
Portugal
Portugal is the late developer of the western European countries. It is still very traditional, and the cheapest country in western Europe. The Algarve is the warmest place in western Europe during winter, and a great place to visit or stay during that time. The Portuguese are friendly, helpful, happy people, and many speak good English. Read more »
News
Found holiday photos for campervan GN55 DAE
I've heard from Dirk, who says:
"A Dutch friend of mine has found a memory stick with 1000 holiday pictures, these all relate to a camper van registration GN55 DAE
Is the owner know to you or to your members?" Read more »
my cool camper van - A Great New Book
I recently got a copy of the fantastic book: my cool campervan
It's a fantastic collection of classic and vintage camper vans. It's got the classic VW campers, of course, but also a great selection of vehicles from the Bedford CA, Commer, Dodge (which I actually saw recently), Citreon H, Amercian RVs and more. Read more »
Sports Van Conversion Ideas
www.actionvan.biz have been making some great camper van conversions for those who like to transport their sports kit. If you're interested in a camper van that can carry surfboards, windsurfing gear or mountain bikes give them a look.
Is Your Campervan Insured?
As of 20th June 2011, Continuous Insurance Enforcement (CIE) will become law in the UK, making it illegal to own a vehicle without it being insured (unless it’s registered as off the road with the DVLA), SORN. Read more »
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