Used SUV/MPV with fridge/power
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This is a really oddball question, and depending on the replies it might be classed as a stupid question ...
Is there an alternative used SUV/MPV that can have a small fridge and power fitted so that you can use it as a cheap campervan without the needs for a bed etc
Ie you can drive it as any car and stop to make a sandwich or put the kettle on !
We did look at campervans but they are so expensive as they are designed with beds , lots of storage etc..
Ok I'll wait for the laughs and maybe delete the question if it turns out to be dumb !
Cheers
Is there an alternative used SUV/MPV that can have a small fridge and power fitted so that you can use it as a cheap campervan without the needs for a bed etc
Ie you can drive it as any car and stop to make a sandwich or put the kettle on !
We did look at campervans but they are so expensive as they are designed with beds , lots of storage etc..
Ok I'll wait for the laughs and maybe delete the question if it turns out to be dumb !
Cheers
I converted a panel van into a full-blown camper when the kids were small but reconfigured into a “day van” when they were older (bigger) and it became easier to pitch a tent than mess about with the bed origami.
I sold it as a day van and there were a few for sale at the time so you might be able to find something similar.
You can fit a fridge, leisure batteries, electric hook-up, etc into almost anything but if you’re planning to cook inside, sit inside to eat, etc you’ll need something a reasonable size and to be honest, it might get old quite quickly if you’re not able to stand up.
I’d be tempted to look at (or build) one of the “pods” that go into the boot and you stand up to cook under the tailgate - Something like this…
https://slidepods.co.uk/pages/camping-kitchens-for...
I sold it as a day van and there were a few for sale at the time so you might be able to find something similar.
You can fit a fridge, leisure batteries, electric hook-up, etc into almost anything but if you’re planning to cook inside, sit inside to eat, etc you’ll need something a reasonable size and to be honest, it might get old quite quickly if you’re not able to stand up.
I’d be tempted to look at (or build) one of the “pods” that go into the boot and you stand up to cook under the tailgate - Something like this…
https://slidepods.co.uk/pages/camping-kitchens-for...
We've had a Waeco (Dometic) 40litre compressor fridge for many years and it works really well. It has selectable voltage cut off so doesn't leave you stranded if the vehicle doesn't have a leisure battery.
Kelly kettle for brews
MrsRNP and I have happily slept in the back of our Volvo V70 and XC90. I also have an old Berlingo and have looked at Bootjumps (Amdro, Campal etc).
The lack of insulation in a car is an issue - they get cold quickly and condensation can be bad as well but when crossing continents and wanting a few hours break or arriving at a camp site in torrential rain then it works well.
Kelly kettle for brews
MrsRNP and I have happily slept in the back of our Volvo V70 and XC90. I also have an old Berlingo and have looked at Bootjumps (Amdro, Campal etc).
The lack of insulation in a car is an issue - they get cold quickly and condensation can be bad as well but when crossing continents and wanting a few hours break or arriving at a camp site in torrential rain then it works well.
WelshRich said:
I converted a panel van into a full-blown camper when the kids were small but reconfigured into a day van when they were older (bigger) and it became easier to pitch a tent than mess about with the bed origami.
I sold it as a day van and there were a few for sale at the time so you might be able to find something similar.
You can fit a fridge, leisure batteries, electric hook-up, etc into almost anything but if you re planning to cook inside, sit inside to eat, etc you ll need something a reasonable size and to be honest, it might get old quite quickly if you re not able to stand up.
I d be tempted to look at (or build) one of the pods that go into the boot and you stand up to cook under the tailgate - Something like this
https://slidepods.co.uk/pages/camping-kitchens-for...
ThanksI sold it as a day van and there were a few for sale at the time so you might be able to find something similar.
You can fit a fridge, leisure batteries, electric hook-up, etc into almost anything but if you re planning to cook inside, sit inside to eat, etc you ll need something a reasonable size and to be honest, it might get old quite quickly if you re not able to stand up.
I d be tempted to look at (or build) one of the pods that go into the boot and you stand up to cook under the tailgate - Something like this
https://slidepods.co.uk/pages/camping-kitchens-for...
Belle427 said:
A large cool box would do if you have a 12 volt power outlet in the boot, ideally you would just want it running when the vehicle is being driven just to stop any accidental battery drains leaving you stranded.
As for a kettle its better to run a portable gas stove for that.
Gas stove is obvious... thanksAs for a kettle its better to run a portable gas stove for that.
RustyNissanPrairie said:
We've had a Waeco (Dometic) 40litre compressor fridge for many years and it works really well. It has selectable voltage cut off so doesn't leave you stranded if the vehicle doesn't have a leisure battery.
Kelly kettle for brews
MrsRNP and I have happily slept in the back of our Volvo V70 and XC90. I also have an old Berlingo and have looked at Bootjumps (Amdro, Campal etc).
The lack of insulation in a car is an issue - they get cold quickly and condensation can be bad as well but when crossing continents and wanting a few hours break or arriving at a camp site in torrential rain then it works well.
A lot to investigate there thanksKelly kettle for brews
MrsRNP and I have happily slept in the back of our Volvo V70 and XC90. I also have an old Berlingo and have looked at Bootjumps (Amdro, Campal etc).
The lack of insulation in a car is an issue - they get cold quickly and condensation can be bad as well but when crossing continents and wanting a few hours break or arriving at a camp site in torrential rain then it works well.
smallzoo said:
This is a really oddball question, and depending on the replies it might be classed as a stupid question ...
Is there an alternative used SUV/MPV that can have a small fridge and power fitted so that you can use it as a cheap campervan without the needs for a bed etc
Ie you can drive it as any car and stop to make a sandwich or put the kettle on !
We did look at campervans but they are so expensive as they are designed with beds , lots of storage etc..
Ok I'll wait for the laughs and maybe delete the question if it turns out to be dumb !
Cheers
Kia Niro EV from 2022 with "3" trim or above has internal 3-pin socket. Several of the Kia/Hyundai lined too.Is there an alternative used SUV/MPV that can have a small fridge and power fitted so that you can use it as a cheap campervan without the needs for a bed etc
Ie you can drive it as any car and stop to make a sandwich or put the kettle on !
We did look at campervans but they are so expensive as they are designed with beds , lots of storage etc..
Ok I'll wait for the laughs and maybe delete the question if it turns out to be dumb !
Cheers
Also external V2L adapters for MG cars available.
Or an EV with an inverter card wired into the 12V battery will provide long term power limited at 1000-2000W depending on model.
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