Call us on 01656 674620
Call us on 01656 674620
Swiss Vans has specialised in campervans and campervan conversions since 2005. Our conversion workshop in Bridgend, South Wales builds bespoke campers to customer specification, while our sales team sources the full range of factory campers — from the iconic VW California through to Mercedes Sprinter and Iveco Daily builds. Whether you want a ready-to-go factory campervan, a classic restored VW, or a purpose-built conversion on a brand-new panel van, we handle every step in-house: vehicle sourcing, specification, finance, and workshop fit. Call us on 01656 674620 or browse the sections below to find your next adventure vehicle.
The VW California is the benchmark factory campervan: built by Volkswagen with a pop-up roof, integrated kitchen and hob, and more than 50 years of camper heritage behind it. We stock all three variants — the fully specified California Ocean, the more accessible California Beach, and the electric California, which is redefining what zero-emission leisure travel looks like. If you are weighing up whether a factory California or a bespoke Transporter conversion better suits your lifestyle, our comparison guide covers the key differences honestly. The interior walkthrough is worth reading before you visit.
The VW Crafter is the most capable base vehicle for a serious campervan conversion. Its 2.3-metre internal standing height means a full kitchen, fixed island bed, and — on longer wheelbase variants — a bathroom can all be fitted without compromise. Our Bridgend workshop converts Crafters to customer brief, and we also stock a selection of complete Crafter motorhomes ready to drive away. Browse all current VW camper stock in the dedicated listing.
Not every campervan buyer wants a VW. The Mercedes Sprinter offers comparable load space to the Crafter, often comes in lower on list price, and has an outstanding commercial reputation — our Sprinter camper builds are among our most popular commissions. The Iveco Daily is a frequently overlooked alternative: in some configurations it provides a larger payload capacity and lower kerb weight than either German rival, making it attractive for heavier bespoke fit-outs. For buyers who want people-carrier comfort alongside leisure capability, the VW Caravelle Life is a refined starting point for a premium conversion.
Our conversion workshop handles everything from sympathetic restorations of classic VW camper vans to full bespoke builds on brand-new Ford Transit or Crafter base vehicles. Every classic restoration respects the original character of the van while upgrading the mechanical components and habitation to modern standards. Ford-based conversions are popular with buyers who need maximum payload at a more competitive entry price — the Transit platform gives excellent interior volume for a full kitchen-and-bed specification.
Buying or selling a campervan involves paperwork that can be unfamiliar if you have come from a car or plain-van background. Gas safety certificates, habitation checks, and service records all affect value, insurability, and your ability to get competitive finance. The guide below answers the most common question clearly, and our team is always happy to walk you through what to look for when inspecting a used conversion. If you would prefer to spread the cost, Swiss Vans works with a panel of finance partners and can structure a lease or HP agreement around your budget — see our van lease deals for current availability.
You are not legally required to hold a gas safety certificate when selling a campervan privately, but having a current CP11 from a Gas Safe registered engineer demonstrates the system is safe and can significantly increase your asking price. Dealers and trade buyers often require one before completing a purchase.
The VW Crafter and Mercedes Sprinter LWB are the most popular choices for professional conversions in the UK, thanks to their interior standing height, long load floors, and wide parts availability. For a factory-built option, the VW California retains its value better than almost any other leisure vehicle on the market.
Yes. Our conversion workshop in Bridgend, South Wales builds bespoke campervans to order. You choose the base vehicle, layout, and specification — we handle the build, certification, and handover. Get in touch via the website or call 01656 674620 to discuss your project.
Swiss Vans offers flexible leasing across a wide range of makes and models, including vehicles suitable for conversion. Ask us about a lease-and-convert package where you take the van on a business lease and have our workshop complete the campervan conversion at the same time.