van or multispace to convert to camper

[sue_reid]

trying to decide if better to buy a van or a multispace to covert to a camper.  Van I would want to add windows.  Multispace I would need to remove the seats etc.  Either way I would build (re)moveable units as I will also use to transport wood and furniture for my business.
any thoughts?

[Ken.clark]

I think if you add windows to a van you will have to pay VAT to HMG


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[boop]

Too much hassle and waste with a passenger car. Get a van and you have a blank sheet for insulation, wiring and protective boards for floot and walls. Barn doors are also more suitable for cargo needs.

[cancunia]

Personally, I'd go for a car with a tailgate. No issues with speed limits, potentially lower road tax. You can always remove interior trim to make more space, the tailgate acts as a nice sun or rain shade. With tinted windows, you can't see inside the back during the day.
Adding windows to a van may also give insurance issues.

[Sparky58]

I considered both options and went for the Multispace. The seats are easily removed and in the end I decided I wanted part car / part camper so am opting for a boot jump or removable option like Chapel offer for the camper side of things.

[sue_reid]

I think if you add windows to a van you will have to pay VAT to HMG


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I have to pay VAT on the van anyway :-(

[photosavage]

Like Sparky58 I too considered both options and went for the Multispace with a boot jump as being the most flexible choice for me. 3.5 years on I haven't regretted it

[Bushwacker]

trying to decide if better to buy a van or a multispace to covert to a camper.  Van I would want to add windows.  Multispace I would need to remove the seats etc.  Either way I would build (re)moveable units as I will also use to transport wood and furniture for my business.
any thoughts?

adding windows your  changing the vehicle which you have  to notify DVLA And your insurance, multispace on your log book it says 5 seating , change your log book to 2 seats , other wise the insurance will not pay out,  Notify your insurance the seats been removed ,  which should reduce insurance more seats in a vehicle  more risk , adding things is conversions taking out is not has long you dont cut anything off

[lakeside]

I have the Multispace works well as microcamper. It easily returns to car mode which it is most of the time. In camper mode still looks a car and does not attract motorhome issues if parked up in some areas. A couple of campsites I visited didn`t want vans as could be full of high spirited builders.

[she2dd5]

trying to decide if better to buy a van or a multispace to covert to a camper.  Van I would want to add windows.  Multispace I would need to remove the seats etc.  Either way I would build (re)moveable units as I will also use to transport wood and furniture for my business.
any thoughts?

adding windows your  changing the vehicle which you have  to notify DVLA And your insurance, multispace on your log book it says 5 seating , change your log book to 2 seats , other wise the insurance will not pay out,  Notify your insurance the seats been removed ,  which should reduce insurance more seats in a vehicle  more risk , adding things is conversions taking out is not has long you dont cut anything off

If your multispace has removable seats you wouldn't have to notify the insurance company as they are designed to be put in and out.