NEW CAMPERVAN CONVERSIONS

You could be forgiven for thinking the motorhome market has gone price mad, but there are still bargains in new conversions, as Peter Rosenthal reports

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One recurring theme of late in the leisure vehicle industry has been price creep, with many models now seeming to have very high prices. At the recent Motorhome & Caravan show at the NEC, some of the 'vans sported eye-watering price tags.

For example, I spotted a VW Transporter model that was retailing for more than £100,000. Yes, it was beautifully built and well-equipped.

But you'd expect it to be at that price.

For the same money, you could buy a brand-new campervan and still have change left for a decent Porsche 911...

I know what I'd rather do! However, don't be deterred, there are still bargains to be had and there are lots of great-value conversions out there - including brand-new models offering incredible specification for the cash.

Here, we focus on some of the new conversions that offer maximum bang for your buck - in my opinion, all of these are well worth putting on your shortlist.

WELLHOUSE NISSAN NV350 LWB

FROM £32.000

Okay, so this isn't actually a new vehicle, but it is a 2012-onwards Japanese import with a clever new conversion slotted inside.

The key thing to note is the sheer amount of interior space and features on offer for a tiny footprint. If you're looking for a Tardis, this is it.

At just 5.08m long, the LWB model isn't really long at all - it's actually more than 30cm shorter than a Ford Transit Custom LWB, yet manages to pack in more interior space.

Two versions are available: the 4.7m-long SWB with a pop-top roof and a traditional side kitchen layout, and this LWB high-top, which offers far more interior space and the benefit of a private toilet area to the rear, with a sliding privacy door.