Hi is anyone on the forum using the vw-man 8.136 i am interested if anyone has built a camper body for one and running costs as a camper tax/fuel insurance and cost of the base vehicle if bought in the uk ......thanks

David

hi

I now have Chris Scotts MAN and am converting it to a camper.

I am keeping the insulated tarp and just having a basic set up inside and using the tial lift chris put on as a bike rack.

~Its just got thru the mot with no problems.

It drives nicely- Have just put 385/80/20 XZLs on so it should help fuel. Took a photo of them next to the 12.5s and they are much bigger. Its revving less for the same speed so will see how much better they are. They have also improved the ride considerably.

I think its the perfect size and everyone i speak to rates the MANs in every respect.

Will gladly help with any info you require

Hi stan thanks for the info when you get it out on the road with the new tyres on it could you let me know what mpg your getting i am looking to buy a vw-man but still havent made my mind up what to do. still looking for loads of info as what they are like to run and live with i am still trying to work out what is a good price for one and what to expect for my money ..

I have seen loads of good examples in Europe but think i would prefer to buy in the uk if the price was right ....i am looking to see how much work it would be to buy/build a camper back for one ....keep us posted on how your getting on with the truck and any pictures of the work your doing to it .....cheers David

Like minded, and only down the road!
 

Stan, I've recently sold my old Iveco 4x4 van/camper and am looking to upgrade to a large truck....... I saw your MAN in the wood yard when I went on a Woodsmoke course near Coniston last September...

As I only live in Cockermouth (north west lakes), I'd like to meet up to discuss and get ideas from you if I may. I've tracked down a Leyland DAF 45 (ex MOD) with rear box bodyto buy and it would be good to see what you've done.

Give me a bell on my mobile 07714234733 or home number 01900 825859 and hopefully we can sort out a time.

Cheers, josh

Mb 911
 

hi we just got a mercedes 911 its got 20000 miles on the clock and full service history from the german police. its a cold war border radio wagon so comes with 12v 24v 220v in the back, we see these all around the world as we travel so spare parts are no probs, 4x4 and diff locks they are about 10000 pounds and they sell quite fast in europe. there are a few going rtw now, easy merc engine to work on.:thumbup1:

I have a 1417 4x4 ex MoD with rear box for sale in DK if anyone interested
(pics here)

If cab comfort is desired in a Unimog check out the red U5000 for sale at Unimog, 4x4, Spezialfahrzeuge,Geländefahrzeuge, militärfahrzeuge und v.m.-MEREX Autovertrieb GmbH ; it has CTIS, electroautomatic shifting, etc. The latest Mogs are comparable to a newish MAN, etc. in cab amenities.
I can say from experience a U500 makes a very nice chassis for a 4.8m camper.

Charlie