Vehicles
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Camper vans
Since VW popularised the concept of camper vans in the 1950s, camper vans have been converted and produced by a number of different companies. Today there is a great range of conversions using a wide range of base vehicles. Read more »
Panel vans
Panel vans are one of the best vehicle's for camper van conversions. They are large, come in many formats, are easy to drive, and in recent years have become more reliable and affordable. 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 »
Car derived vans
Camper Van Hire and Motorhome Rental
Hiring or renting a camper van or motorhome is a great way to experience the joys of camper van life without committing to owning your own vehicle. Read more »
Camper Van Insurance
Campervan insurance isn't always straightforward. We've rounded up the best of the insurance options for your campervan, motorhome and van. 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 »
Be prepared for your caravan holiday
More and more Brits are turning to 'staycations' for their breaks and investing in a caravan to help them on their way. Read more »
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I will buying a Renault Megane Scenic in the next few weeks and plan to use it for ad-hoc camping. I'll be staying on established sites in the UK as well as using it as my everyday vehicle / loadlugger.
I have been car camping in a number of cars (mainly hatchbacks and estates) so have a good idea of how to adapt the scenic. I'm just after a few pointers and ideas that I've overlooked.
Many thanks,
John
Hi John
Will you be using campsites or wild camping?
How long do you intend to camp in the Scenic?
Reluctantly sale due to changing circumstances. 1989 Autotrail Comanche, 116000 km on the clock, Talbot Express base, 2.5 turbo diesel with air suspension Reliable and in good condition. UK registered, RHD, taxed end June, MOT end March. Completely refurbished inside and is spacious, light and lovely to take holidays in. Large lounge area which converts into 2 single beds or a huge king sized bed, blown air heating, new hot water boiler, new window blinds and roof vents. shower and bathroom, end kitchen with cooker, grill and hob, plus a 3 way fridge. All appliances in good working order. Plenty of storage over the cab and throughout. Bike rack and extra security lock fitted across the back entrance door. Extra interior locks and hidden safe for added safety. Must be seen to be appreciated. Contact angelikskier@hotmail.com or 663572603.
We live in both u.k. & France |& would like to find the cheapest crossings for our recent motorhome. it seems impossible.to find any prices at all.Can you help please.
It depends on where you want to cross the Channel.
Find the companies that offer the crossings you want.
Here are some
www.norfolkline.com
www.poferries.com
www.brittanyferries.com
i want a campervan suitable for amphibious vehicle conversion, any ideas which one to get
dukwforsale . com search for seahorse
You can see one in action in greenwich next to cutty sark
yeah buy a boat (with a cabin)
hi,
i want to buy a van for conversion but i am not sure which is best. it would be used to take me to wakeboarding tournaments so it needs to be fairly reliable. any ideas what van i should pick as i dont have a great budget.
Hi
The first thing to decide is what size of van you need.
Do you want a small van like this
http://www.campervanlife.com/fiat-scudo
a medium sized van like this
http://www.campervanlife.com/mercedes-vito-van-0
or a large van like this
http://www.campervanlife.com/mercedes-sprinter-campervan-red-lwb
i would want a large van, is the VW t5 any good?
The VW T4 and VW T5 vans are excellent.
Also consider the Mercedes Vito van.
If you want something bigger consider the Mercedes Sprinter, which is probably the most reliable of all of the vans.
The Fiat Ducato is also popular. Whilst not as reliable as the Spriter, it is cheaper, and popular with camper convertors because it is wider and the handbrake is on the right-hand-side of the drivers seat, making it easier to pass through to the cab from the back, when a single passenger seat is fitted.
how much would the fiat van and conversion cost?
There is a cost to suit everyone.
You could buy the van from £1,000 to £15,000
The conversion can cost from £200 to £5,000
It all depends on what you want and how much you want to spend.
A decent van will cost about £2,000+
If you do the conversion yourself you can do something nice for £500, but £1,000 - £2,000 will get lots of comfort and mod cons.
thanks
Hi, i have just bought a long wheelbased transit minibus to convert. There are no seats apart from the two front seats as it was used for wheelchairs. I thought this would be ideal for convertion but i cant find anyone to insure it.The insurance brokers say they wont insure it because it has no seats. We need to insure it to get it home. HELP
Hi Clive
As your vehicle doesn't have seats it is now technically a van with windows, a light goods vehicle.
As you are converting it to a campervan, try the following companies. They have policies that insure your van/mini-bus now, and then change the cover to a campervan once your conversion is complete.
http://www.shieldtotalinsurance.co.uk/self-build-motorhome-insurance
http://www.adrianflux.co.uk/camper-detail-go.php
I am looking to insure my self conversion merc sprinter and need some guidance where I can find the cheapest companies who specialise in this sort of insurance.
Please help!!!
Hi
Check out the insurance page. There is a section for self converted vans:
http://www.campervanlife.com/insurance
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