Q&A 

When did they stop making VW buses?

Michael Wilson

When did they stop making VW buses?

2014

What are VW camper vans called?

The Type 2 VW Transporter (also known as the VW Bus, Kombi or Microbus depending on the vehicles body type) is a panel van designed by Volkswagen in 1950.

Are VW camper vans worth it?

The (short wheelbase) VW Campervan is small enough to act as an everyday car so you can leave the campsite and head into towns and villages to explore. VW T6 transporters are great vehicles for conversion because they hold their value. The VW transporter T6 reliability is really something worth considering.

What is the best van to convert to a campervan?

Some of the best brands of vans to convert into a camper van include:

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
  • RAM ProMaster.
  • Ford Transit.
  • Nissan NV.
  • VW Crafter.
  • Chevy Express Cargo Van.
  • Renault Trafic.
  • Vauxhall Movano.

Do Van Conversions hold their value?

It’s no surprise that the best-selling vans are also those that tend to hold their value better than the average. Several of the major car companies manufacture commercial vans in what is a highly active market segment. The Ford Transit Connect is another popular small van, which holds its value well.

How long does it take to convert a van?

4 weeks

What class A van is a campervan?

Vehicles with an unladen weight over 3050kg (i.e. all 3500kg vans) have no change in speed limit when re-registering as a campervan. Cheaper MOT – Class VII vehicles (between 3000kg and 3500kg) registered as camper vans come under the cheaper and less restriction Class IV MOT rules.

Do I have to register my van as a camper?

It is not a requirement to re-register the vehicle. You can continue to use the vehicle as a campervan, even if it is still registered as a “panel van”, assuming you have adequate (i.e. campervan) insurance.

What is classed as a day van?

A leisure or day van is a vehicle that has some of the facilities of a campervan or motorhome but is not used for long camping trips. A typical day van might include a small fridge, basic cooking facilities and a bench or bed. Using a van as your everyday vehicle isn’t really a problem.