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By *opitinpete OP Man over a year ago

tipton

Has anyone ever managed to buy a campervan on here ?? I am looking for one to use to work away in budget of 5K with a bit of wiggle room TIA

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By *utty FruttyCouple over a year ago

south wales

Il have a ldv convoy for sale soon, 2003 plate been dry stored for almost 2yrs, just having all new brakes done ready for mot, was a minibus put to a camper but it's bare inside now as I used it for my new build, drives mint looking around £1500 for it

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By *orestToyMan 37 weeks ago

keswick

**VanLife: Misunderstood Freedom?**

It always surprises me how much negativity still surrounds VanLife — especially from within this scene where you'd expect freedom and individuality to be embraced.

Let me be clear: I’m a professional, often paid handsomely to work remotely and solve real business challenges. I could easily live the hotel life (and did for years), but I *choose* to reside in a modern, fully equipped campervan. Fixed double bed, heating, bathroom, cooking facilities, wine fridge, WiFi — I’m definitely not roughing it. And the views? Let’s just say they beat any bland hotel car park or office block skyline.

Every evening, I’m free to choose where I settle — and that’s deeply liberating.

Yet, oddly, some still see "passing through" or living this way as lesser. Maybe it's the stigma of childhood caravan holidays or grimy truck stops. But this isn’t that. This is curated, intentional living — with quality, comfort, and nature at its core.

So here’s a thought:

Would you rather travel miles to meet someone in a crowded city pub, only to return to a stuffy flat with a view of… another flat?

Or… meet in a charming country pub, share stories over a drink, then wake up to mist over rolling hills and the sound of birdsong?

I know which I’d choose.

In fact, I’ve had some of the most meaningful meetups in stunning locations — ones I’ll never forget. I’ll share one soon. Maybe you’ll share one too?

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By *orestToyMan 37 weeks ago

keswick

Once I removed the location filter and became open to travelling, everything changed. The opportunities grew — and so did the quality of the connections.

She was a 40-something mum from Glasgow — honest, grounded, and refreshingly real. Life hadn’t handed her many chances to escape or meet new people, but we clicked right away, chatting easily and connecting over shared values and humour. A few good conversations turned into a spontaneous plan. A business trip aligned perfectly, so I hopped on a flight north, curious but with no expectations.

She was even more attractive in person — not just physically, but in her energy. A few drinks later, the evening was over too quickly and I was back on a flight south… but already planning my return. And this time, I came with the campervan.

I stopped by on a Friday night and we hit the road, heading to Loch Lomond. We explored the rugged shoreline, eventually stopping at Firkin Point just north of Luss. Normally I'd be soaking in the scenery… but let’s just say she had other ideas.

The next day, we looped around the loch to the Falls of Falloch — where a bit of impromptu outdoor fun added to the adventure — then onward to Doune Castle for coffee and cake. Our final night was spent near Falkirk, where the boats on the wheel weren’t the only things creaking.

By Sunday afternoon, I was dropping her off with a smile and a full heart. A whirlwind 72 hours, and before I’d even left her street, I was already planning the next visit.

Icy roads can’t come soon enough — and on the way, I’ll pass through many more places. Not all of them will lead to something memorable…

But some might. And those are the ones worth taking the detour for - still quality over quantity & always social before possible play, but who wants to fish in the same pond time and time again.

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By (user no longer on site) 36 weeks ago

🤔 not sure how this helps? Op was looking to buy a campervan.

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By *orestToyMan 36 weeks ago

keswick

Was meant to be a new thread - can’t even deleted it.

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By (user no longer on site) 36 weeks ago

"Was meant to be a new thread - can’t even deleted it. "

I wouldn't worry about it the thread looks dead anyways

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By *orestToyMan 36 weeks ago

keswick

Agree - just trying to start a new one

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By *utty FruttyCouple 35 weeks ago

south wales

Got a 2008 iveco 35s12 2.3hdi XLWB, mot jan 26, fixed double bed, captain seats, 46"tv, sink, 2 ring gas hob, slow cooker, kettle, 240 hook up, loads of cupboard space, elec heater, needs bits finishing off, got 2x solar panels & all the bits to go with, 12v side needs doing (as only use hook up) new deisel night heat to go with it, windows fitted with black out blinds & fly net, alot of van will be getting new front & rear pads & handbrake sorted, going up for £5950ono 133k miles, belt done at 132k last oct, message if interested il forward on some pics, of the van tha is 🤭

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