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Think the key is to be clear what want it for and to really keep it simple. On my 5th van and mistake I see the most is people overcomplicate what they want. Its a metal tent with a bucket really and the only key requirement is to be sat with a glass of wine 2 minutes after parking!
So much this. I'd live to convert my own vw van for the family. Our requirements are a safe van that can double as a second car for the occasional trip. Needs to sit 4 and sleep 4, ideally in colder conditions as well so some kind of heater needed. Kitchen can be super basic and at the back. Prob need an emergency toilet as well.
Best option I've seen is this
https://www.blocket.se/annons/stockholm/vw_north_camper_2010__valbyggd__fin/89689698
But £27k for a 10 year old car is way over our budget
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Difficult to advise as dont know your budget? £5k or £50k. Advise do some initial research, be clear on what you want it for and what you are happy to compromise on, decide on a budget, come back and ask again.
Fyi I wanted a van that could keep for 10+ years, that could sleep 2, fit 2 bikes inside, swb so could drive as a car as a single vehicle owned. My budget was £20k converted (note the 10 year lifespan). I went T5, 3 years ago, as wasnt convinced about Custom, Traffic longevity and residuals, paid £16k for a 3 yewr old van with 13k miles. £8k on conversion. Pop top still to do.
Conversion I used Travelvolts electrics, Evomotion design for furniture, OxfordT5 for sliding california bed, vanex for insulation and lining carpet.
Think the key is to be clear what want it for and to really keep it simple. On my 5th van and mistake I see the most is people overcomplicate what they want. Its a metal tent with a bucket really and the only key requirement is to be sat with a glass of wine 2 minutes after parking!