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Camper conversions

From panel van to home on wheels. The best UK converters, DIY tips, and the base vans worth converting.

๐Ÿ† Top UK conversion companies

๐Ÿš Best base vans to convert

VW Transporter T6.1

โœ… Premium feel, massive aftermarket, best resaleโš ๏ธ Expensive base vehicle

Ford Transit Custom

โœ… Cheap to buy, reliable, huge parts networkโš ๏ธ Not as 'cool' as a VW

Mercedes Vito

โœ… Solid build, premium badge, smooth driveโš ๏ธ Parts cost more, fewer conversion options

Citroรซn Dispatch / Peugeot Expert

โœ… Bargain base price, good interior spaceโš ๏ธ Resale value, parts availability varies

Renault Trafic / Vauxhall Vivaro

โœ… Great value, smooth 2.0 dieselโš ๏ธ Interior plastics feel cheap

Toyota HiAce (import)

โœ… Bulletproof reliability, JDM cool factorโš ๏ธ Right-hand drive import hassle, smaller inside

๐Ÿ”ง DIY conversion checklist

๐Ÿ”ŒElectrics โ€” leisure battery, split-charge relay, 12V/240V system
๐Ÿ›๏ธBed โ€” rock-and-roll, fixed, or multi-function layout
๐ŸณKitchen โ€” gas hob, sink, water tank, 12V fridge
๐Ÿ”ฅHeating โ€” diesel heater (Chinese or Webasto) is non-negotiable
๐ŸชŸWindows โ€” bonded, rubber-seal, or sliding? Insulation matters
๐Ÿ’งPlumbing โ€” fresh tank, grey waste, 12V pump, gas water heater
โ˜€๏ธSolar โ€” 200W panel minimum for off-grid weekends
๐Ÿ“‹Insurance โ€” get camper van classification for cheaper premiums

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