New Panel Van For Eventual Day Van Conversion

[Shaun Witts]

Hi All,
I'm on the cusp of ordering a new T32 TSi DSG SWB panel van (through my Ltd company) with the intention of converting it into a Beach type camper. I'm not planning on putting windows in, but will put a pop-top on and get a Beach-type rear seat arrangement as well as a line-out and heating.
I've already spoken to a converter (Exploria), so have a good idea of what options to go for.
Is there anything in particular I should or shouldn't do?
Thanks.

 

[Ads_Essex]

Spec LED headlights!

 

[Sharpe]

LED lights and swivel front seats

 

[Shaun Witts]

Thanks.
I should have said, I’m already going for LED headlights, swivel seats, power latching side door & tailgate with wash/wipe, and cab carpet.

 

[Ads_Essex]

You sound like you’ve got the basics sorted but do have a browse over this thread in case there’s something no one has thought of

 

[Leigh]

Heated Seats, Front Parking Sensors, Reverse Camera, Headlight Auto High Beam assist - I use All of these in mine & would not order a van without.

Extra Door Seals

On the subject of factory swivel seats, sit in a van with them first to check the height is OK for you & anyone else who will drive - Factory Swivels are not Height Adjustable!

 

[Shaun Witts]

Heated Seats, Front Parking Sensors, Reverse Camera, Headlight Auto High Beam assist - I use All of these in mine & would not order a van without.

Extra Door Seals

On the subject of factory swivel seats, sit in a van with them first to check the height is OK for you & anyone else who will drive - Factory Swivels are not Height Adjustable!

Thanks for that.
Apparently the extra door seals are no longer available - the dealer suggested this to me, but when he came to add it to the spec he was unable to and eventually phoned someone up to confirm that this option had been discontinued.
As for the swivel seats, they are only £90 on the panel van (because they subtract the bulkhead that has to be removed), so I thought it would be better to go for them, and if it's an issue, just change the drivers side.

 

[Shaun Witts]

You sound like you’ve got the basics sorted but do have a browse over this thread in case there’s something no one has thought of

Thanks - I got some good tips from that thread.