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High-top Campervans
MMM editorialThe Verdict
High-top campervans were traditionally the domain of small-scale converters, but now larger mainstream manufacturers have also got in on the act. This could be explained by the fact that the market for these campervans has exploded as owners of larger coachbuilts have begun downsizing to smaller, more economical motorhomes. For example 2014 will see new campervans from Auto-Trail, Hymer and Carthago to name just a few. This of course means more choice for you.At a glance
The pros and cons of an high-top van conversion are:
- High roof offers headroom and storage
- Variety of sizes, layouts and budgets
- Variety can be overwhelming
- Space limited to size of base vehicle
Full details
High-top campervans are increasingly popular with those downsizing from coachbuilt motorhomes thanks to their ease of driving, economy and more manageable size
Depending on the converter, the high-top campervan may come with a roof that has been factory-fitted by the base vehicle manufacturer or an aftermarket custom version fitted by the converter.
In the main, campervans like this are based on the Sevel vans (Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer and the Citroën Relay). There are a few models based on the smaller VW Transporter and the Ford Transit.
This range of base vehicles has created a very varied mix of interior layouts. Some even have permanent beds.
Although mainly narrower, some long wheel-base (LWB) panel van conversions are longer than many compact coachbuilt motorhomes.
There are campervans to suit all budgets too, from bargain basement used examples such as the Autohomes Camelot, which in the Summer 2013 issue of MMM was featured for sale for just £5,995 right up to some very expensive models.
Remember though that trying to squeeze too many features into a 'van of constrained dimensions will mean a compromise.
Work out what you are prepared to forgo before you start shopping for this type of van whether that be storage, kitchen, washroom or lounging space.
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Auto-Sleepers Symbol
£50,995.00
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2020
- Condition : Used
- Base : Peugeot Boxer
- Class : High top
- Added : 20/01/2021
- County : Devon
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 4352
Auto-Sleepers Warwick
£29,995.00
The Warwick from Auto-Sleepers is a very attractive well made motorhome as one would expect from this highly reputed and long established British manufactu ...
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2009
- Condition : Used
- Base : Peugeot Boxer
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Yorkshire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 49978
Globecar D Line Globescout
£48,360.00
METALLIC PAINT, REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING, ABS, DRIVERS AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, AIR CONDITIONING, POWER STEERING, TRANSVERSE BED, VAN BASE, 4 BELTS, FRONT D ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2020
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : N/A
Auto-Sleepers Symbol
£21,995.00
The Autosleeper Symbol has a very spacious feel due to the lounge/dinette area being located at the front. There is 1 forward facing seat with seat belt an ...
- Berths : 2
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2003
- Condition : Used
- Base : Volkswagen T4
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 43386
Globecar D Line Campscout
£56,220.00
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2020
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : N/A
Auto-Sleepers Kemerton XL
£62,995.00
New 2021 Model Offering everything you could ever want in a van conversion and designed to offer you the very best in luxurious living, with a full width w ...
- Berths : 2
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Peugeot Boxer
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Perth
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 0
Compass Avantgarde CV20
£43,192.00
Spare wheel and tyre, DAB Radio with steering mounted controls, Remote central locking to cab, Immobiliser with unique code, Driver airbag, Onboard trip co ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Devon
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : N/A
Auto-Sleepers Warwick XL
£62,495.00
For Sale- 2021 Auto-Sleepers Warwick XL. 2 berth luxury van conversion. The Warwick XL offers a spacious and luxurios feel all in 6.36m! There is a large r ...
- Berths : 2
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Peugeot Boxer
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Perth
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 1
Chausson 33 Line V697
£9,999,999.00
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : N/A
Dreamer Fun D42
£45,800.00
Storage area lining, Electric water pump, Gauge for drinking and waste water tanks, Floor with Styrofoam insulation and polyester underbody, Moulded intern ...
- Berths : 3
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : N/A
Autocruise Van Conversion Alto
£40,995.00
- Berths : 3
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2016
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Devon
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 0
Vantage Motorhomes Gem
£49,995.00
This is a really clever and stylish example of a panel van that is both compact, at just 5.4 metres long, yet still manages to feel spacious inside. Despit ...
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2018
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Yorkshire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 5,250
Adria Motorhomes Van Twin Supreme 640 SLB
£58,850.00
Signature Motorhomes & Lesiure Limited an officially appointed Adria, Pilote, LeVoyageur , Vantage and Globecar dealer are pleased to offer for immediate ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Lancashire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 5
Adria Motorhomes Van Twin Supreme 640 SLB
£58,850.00
Signature Motorhomes & Leisure Limited an Officially Appointed Adria, Pilote,LeVoyageur and Globecar Dealer are pleased to offer for sale for immediate de ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Lancashire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 10
Adria Motorhomes Van Twin Supreme 640 SLB
£63,650.00
Signature Motorhomes & Lesiure Limited an officially appointed Adria, Pilote, LeVoyageur , Vantage and Globecar dealer are pleased to offer for immediate ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Automatic
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Lancashire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 10
Globecar H Line Vario 545
£39,995.00
For Sale- 1 owner from new- 2014 Globecar Vario 545. This compact 4 berth high top van conversion is a unique opportunity to purchase a sub 5.5m 4 berth ca ...
- Berths : 4
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2014
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Perth
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 18000
Adria Motorhomes Van Twin Supreme 640 SLB
£58,850.00
Signature Motorhomes & Lesiure Limited an officially appointed Adria, Pilote, LeVoyageur , Vantage and Globecar dealer are pleased to offer for immediate ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2021
- Condition : New
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Lancashire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 10
Swift Motorhomes Mondial RL
£29,999.00
PEARMAN BRIGGS MOTORHOMES FOR LOCKDOWN SALES CALL ANDREW 07836217535 OR JASON 07773535733 OR HARRY 07805086892 WE CAN DO WALK AROUND VIDEOS AND CLICK AND ...
- Berths : 2
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2008
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Doblo
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Gloucestershire
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 36276
IH Motorhomes Tio R
£31,995.00
A classic 2 berth model from I H with the ever popular rear lounge layout. A rear “U” shaped lounge which is ideal for relaxing during the day with a good ...
- Berths : 2
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2007
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 46567
Autocruise Van Conversion Forte
£40,995.00
- Berths : 4
- Steering Position : Right Hand
- Fuel : Diesel
- Gears : Manual
- Model Year : 2016
- Condition : Used
- Base : Fiat Ducato
- Class : High top
- Last Updated : 20/01/2021
- County : Somerset
- Private / Trade : Trade
- Miles : 6955
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