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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
If you are converting an existing vehicle that is registered as a van, to a campervan or motorhome, you need to consider contacting your vehicle authority and inform them of the change to your vehicle. Read more »
Camper Van Insurance
Ensuring you have the correct van insurance when travelling at home, abroad or even just for daily use is vital. Always check the insurance policy covers your situation and update where needed if travelling across international borders.
Free camping
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
Sign the Petition against height barriers for campervans
The www.abd.org.uk are campaigning against the use of height and width barriers with prevent motorcaravans and other leisure vehicles from accessing car parks and other facilities.
You can show your support by signing their Downing Street petition. Click the link below to sign the petition.
http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/Motorcaravan/ Read more »
Camper Van & Motorhome Winter Storage Tips
It is important to prepare your campervan or motorhome for the winter months. This is especially true if you live in an area where you receive frost or snow, as damage can quickly happen to an unprepared vehicle. This guide covers preparing the living area of your vehicle, and mechanical tips as well. Read more »
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