Want to buy a camper? Tips for orientation

Are you looking for a camper? There are hundreds of campers for sale, from private individuals and companies. Plenty of choice. But of course you want to buy the best camper. How do you orient yourself to the offer? We have listed the choices you have to make for you.

What a wonderful prospect: on holiday with your own camper. Drive when you want, make a nice breakfast in the parking lot along the way and then continue. On an adventure through the most beautiful landscapes, camping in places with the most beautiful views. What freedom that gives! It is not without reason that the camper is extremely popular in the Netherlands. And interest in campers is still increasing: more and more people are becoming camper fans.

New or used

So you are going to buy a camper. And now you just have to decide which one… The first choice you will make is whether you will buy a new or used camper. New campers have never been used by anyone, a clean slate for the trips you are going to make. You often have a warranty and would you rather buy a used camper? Then you pay less anyway and can therefore buy more for your budget. This choice therefore depends on the available budget, but also on your personal preference.

Your preferences

The range of campers in the Netherlands is extremely large. Have you already thought about what your ideal camper looks like? Which model do you prefer, how many sleeping places do you need? What is the minimum level of luxury you want? You can orient yourself very well on our website due to the wide range of campers. However, we also recommend that you visit a few trade fairs or camper companies. The impression you get is then even more complete.

Types of campers

So you can buy different types of campers. The difference lies in the size and location of the sleeping place. The bus model is often the smallest form of camper. The roof is often raised so that there is room for sleeping places. The Algorge model owes its name to the extension above the car cabin, which contains a fixed double bed. The semi-integrated camper resembles the algorge model, but does not have the sleeping area above the driver's cabin. In an integral camper, the living area and the driver's cabin are one whole. Integral campers offer a lot of living space due to their width and are often the most expensive campers.

Business or private

Where do you want to buy the camper? On our website you can select campers from business or private providers. You often have a warranty with a dealer. You can also go there for maintenance, because the dealer knows about the camper you purchased. You may pay a little more for this than with a private individual. On the other hand, you can sometimes come across a golden opportunity with a private seller. We recommend that you bring an expert with you.

Drivers license

It is also good to consider what type of driver's license you need for the camper you prefer. You can use driving license B for campers up to 3.500 kg and in which you can transport a maximum of 8 people. Do you have a heavier camper in mind? Then you need a truck driving license (C or C1). By the way, it is good to know that weight refers to the maximum permitted mass. That is the empty weight and the maximum loading capacity.

Buy a camper

You have now read everything about orientating yourself on the camper market. Now you would of course like to see which campers are currently for sale. Then view the current camper offer here