Thought it might be useful to build up some detail on the more established campervan conversion companies to both help me and potentially others.
Firstly I will be upfront and say while I have ordered my van (T32 LWB) I have not yet established which converter or converters I want to use. Realistically, I have a budget of £20-25k and want the usual type of set-up – side kitchen, heater, Reimo Variotech 3000 track/bed/seat system (120cm width), etc, etc. but am struggling with the decision.
I have done the usual google searches and visited the NEC show twice and what I found is there are a lot of conversion companies out there – ranging from ‘off the shelf’ ready-made camper companies (ready converted vans) to those offering a truly bespoke service. One thing to note - each converter thinks their method and the products they source are the best…
Below are eight companies whose conversions I have seen in person, either at the shows or at their workshops, and some initial thoughts.
Haven’t spoken to the below yet but they were recommended by a well know Audio company on here. They complimented their attention to detail.
Anyway, it would be great to get some reviews on any of the above/or others together with some photos of their work, if you want to show off your van
.
Many thanks in advance.
CZ.
Firstly I will be upfront and say while I have ordered my van (T32 LWB) I have not yet established which converter or converters I want to use. Realistically, I have a budget of £20-25k and want the usual type of set-up – side kitchen, heater, Reimo Variotech 3000 track/bed/seat system (120cm width), etc, etc. but am struggling with the decision.
I have done the usual google searches and visited the NEC show twice and what I found is there are a lot of conversion companies out there – ranging from ‘off the shelf’ ready-made camper companies (ready converted vans) to those offering a truly bespoke service. One thing to note - each converter thinks their method and the products they source are the best…
Below are eight companies whose conversions I have seen in person, either at the shows or at their workshops, and some initial thoughts.
- Exploria (https://www.exploria-online.co.uk)
- Have been to their workshop and it is impressive and the staff are knowledgeable. They are on the pricier side of the conversion business and definitely worth considering depending on your budget. Had the best AV set-up that I have seen thus far.
- CMC - Concept Multi Car (http://conceptmulti-car.co.uk)
- Family run business and an official Remio distributor. Again knowledgeable but perhaps not the most adventurous in terms of design. They seem to like to play it safe.
- New Wave (http://www.newwavecustomconversions.co.uk)
- Have spoken to them on a couple of occasions but they do not do walk-in visits to their garage/ facility. Was told that they had some sales people once but they prefer just to get on with it and seem to get new custom by word of mouth. Seem happy to talk to you but once you are ready to sign up with a deposit. Have exchanged messages with a few people that have used them and they seem very happy.
- Hillside Leisure (https://www.hillsideleisure.co.uk)
- Have seen them at the NEC and they seem to offer a good quality service but are a little fixed in what they offer.
- Ecowagon (https://www.ecowagon.co.uk)
- Again, think I have seen them at the NEC and they look to offer a good service.
- Van Worx (http://vanworx.co.uk)
- Have been down to there workshop in Portland and its a very professional setup. Again seem to come out on the pricier side of things but are, I believe, recognised by VW.
- VW-T (https://www.vw-t.co.uk)
- Have been to their workshop a couple of times, as they are probably the most local to me (can get there inside of an hour). They seem knowledgeable and willing to try new things. not keen on their kitchen cupboards.
- Three Bridge (https://www.threebridge.co.uk)
- Saw these guys at the show and have been to their workshop. A nice bunch and their show van was very nice. Good selection of cupboard designs gain a little pricey.
Haven’t spoken to the below yet but they were recommended by a well know Audio company on here. They complimented their attention to detail.
- Celtic Motorhomes (https://www.celticmotorhomes.co.uk)
Anyway, it would be great to get some reviews on any of the above/or others together with some photos of their work, if you want to show off your van
. Many thanks in advance.
CZ.
