Hi people

[koolpc]

As was stated above living in a vehicle is different than a week end or even a week or so and a high top that facility would be with you at all times. However a high top can not get under many barriers. That might not be a problem but you might consider that because they are being used in places to prevent larger commercial vehicles and campers which are bigger than a Transporter from occupying some parking spots and also some inner town areas.

That doesnt bother me to be honest.
If a shower could be fitted in a regular t6.1 that could be used when the top is up, i would def go for that!!

 

[Kind of Blue]

That doesnt bother me to be honest.
If a shower could be fitted in a regular t6.1 that could be used when the top is up, i would def go for that!!

In that case it might be the best for you. there are a few on here with that sort of Transporter, have a look around on here and you will see.

 

[JumpShip]

I think maybe looking for something bigger might be best I'd you want a full bathroom .

 

[Bav]

I want a van that is comfortable ,not prone to certain issues with engine etc, also that doesnt have a converted roof as pointless for me.

If a shower could be fitted in a regular t6.1 that could be used when the top is up...

So, are you after a van with a pop-top or not? A deployed pop-top isn't exactly stealthy.

 

[Sackmycook]

Autosleeper used to do a Lwb transporter T4 with a shower in the 90's. I'm not sure if any mainstream converters do that layout anymore.
Leisuredrive do one with a toilet and sink in a sectioned off area at the rear, can't recall what the design is called

 

[koolpc]

So, are you after a van with a pop-top or not? A deployed pop-top isn't exactly stealthy.

If i had to deploy the pop top i would make sure i was parked somewhere where no humans roamed..

 

[T6Plumber]

With a budget of £45k I’d go have a look at the Crafter that was previously mentioned on Page 1. Currently just over £10k less than your max & a lot more suitable for living in full time.

 

[koolpc]

With a budget of £45k I’d go have a look at the Crafter that was previously mentioned on Page 1. Currently just over £10k less than your max & a lot more suitable for living in full time.

Will do...

 

[Bav]

If i had to deploy the pop top i would make sure i was parked somewhere where no humans roamed..

Fair enough, but a standard pop-top is an obvious sign of a camper, even when it isn't deployed, and will increase the likelihood of you being noticed if/when overnighting in a an urban/suburban environment. So, if you decide to go down the "Transporter with a pop-top route" (which I don't recommend - I'm with @T6Plumber re the Crafter option), you should seriously consider a van with a stealth pop-top - the best are barely discernible from the factory roof, especially when it's dark.

 

[CAB]

I have seen on youtube a high top t6.1 with a shower in it!! Looked great...cant see any for sale anywhere!!

Auto-haus

But they've recently closed.

@oldiebut goodie has one.

 

[koolpc]

Auto-haus

But they've recently closed.

@oldiebut goodie has one.

Thanks....i really like what i saw on youtube...pity i cant see any for sale at the mo..

 

[oldiebut goodie]

That doesnt bother me to be honest.
If a shower could be fitted in a regular t6.1 that could be used when the top is up, i would def go for that!!

You will need an LWB vehicle to squeeze it in. I had this built to my specifications after seeing that they could do it.

 

[oldiebut goodie]

I have now read the rest of this thread - you need a different vehicle to a T6 in my opinion.
This is a previous vehicle of mine - a Mercedes 508D ex 19-seater bus that I sold to a girl that was doing much the same thing as you. Shower/toilet etc etc. I sold it for £3500 so quite a difference on what you would pay for a T6. These old Mercs were slow but extremely dependable good for many thousands of miles. This one had been touring Spain for years before I bought it and I used it all round the UK - never using a campsite. BUT do not overstay your welcome in any one place, move on after a night or two at the most, it keeps the locals sweet.

 

[koolpc]

You will need an LWB vehicle to squeeze it in. I had this built to my specifications after seeing that they could do it.

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