A relatively cheap camper van range : Karmann Mobil

A relatively cheap camper van range : Karmann Mobil

There is no such thing as a cheap camper van. Therefore note the word relatively. Karmann Mobil is a brand of Trigano, it specialises in campervan conversions usually at the economic end. Although most of what it does is comparitievely usual, it does have one or two products which are completely non standard.

I live in a motorhome full time and travel around Europe in it. I spend most of my time in Poland, Germany and Italy. Vanlife is my life.

In my YouTube channel, I present reviews of recreational vehicles. Here you will find campervans and motorhomes from the cheapest camper vans to the most expensive luxury liners, from various companies including Hobby, Hymer, Carthago, Westfalia, Wingamm, La Strada, Clever Vans, Pössl, Bürstner, Niesmann Bischoff, Action Mobil, Reisemobil Manufaktur, Robeta, Trigano, Challenger, EuraMobil, Laika, Forster, Mobilvetta Design, Affinity, Globe Traveller, Benimar, Roller Team, Adria, Tourne, Megamobil, VW, Mercedes, CS, Renault, Ford, Fiat, Carado, Sunlight, Baileys, Chausson, Balcamp, Knaus, Weinsberg and others.

I cover equipment, including 12v electrical equipment and talk a lot about lithium batteries.

I also show some of the places I have visited in Europe in my own motorhome, as well as the places you can stay at! I try to give as much coverage as I can to official campsites and free places which I use for overnighting. Therefore you can find here the aire or stellplatz that you are possibly looking for.

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50 Comments

  1. Amer Ruru on October 1, 2021 at 7:48 am

    Thank you so much 🌻

  2. orsobront on October 1, 2021 at 7:48 am

    the genius who designed it never went out in a camper….

  3. Brandy Ramos on October 1, 2021 at 7:49 am

    Didn’t really show THE toilet and the shower.

  4. graeme roberts on October 1, 2021 at 7:50 am

    Interesting vans especially the 4×4 versions…..not outrageous prices either.
    👍

  5. Cynical Viking on October 1, 2021 at 7:52 am

    Bed length ?

  6. Max Bliss on October 1, 2021 at 7:52 am

    Good service Alan.

  7. C Boyle on October 1, 2021 at 7:53 am

    Forget about the bloody lights… It would have been nice to have seen storage under the bed… under the hobb too. I’m sure you mean well and you are a nice man… But you will obviously need practice at this!

  8. Tomiko Eaton on October 1, 2021 at 7:57 am

    Where can i buy in America

  9. Jan Smith on October 1, 2021 at 8:02 am

    So if 59000€ is relatively inexpensive what is the threshold for expensive?

  10. Joe Carr on October 1, 2021 at 8:03 am

    What 5.4 metre vans are available in the uk?

  11. Weezie Marklen on October 1, 2021 at 8:04 am

    Are these camper vans available in the United States.

  12. Peggy and The Green Family on October 1, 2021 at 8:07 am

    Alan give it up you miss so many things out? Most important can it be driven on a car licence under 3.5 tons ?

  13. interSpecies Family on October 1, 2021 at 8:07 am

    4:20 … why one needs an extra basin to brush one’s teeth etc … Alan starts off with, … " I think the basin’s used for other things, other than cleaning your teeth to start off with, uhm …". ..
    Oh come OFF iT people. Really?! You’re on the ROAD, camping, glamping, whatever. First off, I’d rather add a washing machine for when I get to spaces with water supply/inlets than the stupid dining seat. That way I wouldn’t have to use the public laundries that I’m not so comfortable with, but that’s a personal thing. The space could rather be used in far better ways. Driver & Passenger Seat will do fine to eat from. Just slip a table into the middle and you’re fine with it. The basin however is silly. When you want two basins in a tiny, tiny van, I’d wonder why you bother being in a van in the first place. Use one basin that you keep well cleaned, as with all else and use the space for storage or better uses. Let’s get real for goodness’ sakes. Go on the road with a bus sized space if you want to have an actual "HOUSE" on the road. If you MUST however, then this badin that folds away will do, even though it’s a tad large.

  14. Ursa Major65 on October 1, 2021 at 8:10 am

    Alan, your videos are excellent – but who is your intended audience? Like you , I love the Dexter 550, but they’re not available in the UK.
    You mostly review vans that are not available in the UK. Bit confused…

  15. Human Being on October 1, 2021 at 8:10 am

    You should pay far more attention to your camera work. You move far too fast with the camera to actually show off the interior space. I would suggest you hire a videographer or just give it up because I find your imagery practically useless. To view the products you are trying to promote. A real waste of time.

  16. Denny Smith on October 1, 2021 at 8:10 am

    How many kms per litre? Diesel or fuel?

  17. Neon Rainbow on October 1, 2021 at 8:12 am

    not available in the USA because of parts.

  18. hannahalice on October 1, 2021 at 8:14 am

    @4:00 and the most important reason for the sink being there – washing your hands after using the toilet

  19. Morales Morales on October 1, 2021 at 8:14 am

    I hope can sell that here in the Philippines. There are so many places to go to.

  20. Amanita Muscaria on October 1, 2021 at 8:15 am

    All great. Just need to sell myself up the Dilly now

  21. Linda Moser on October 1, 2021 at 8:16 am

    $64,494 in American dollars in case anyone interested in the cost for first van. Over $53,500 for second one. $49000 for third. Not sure what he said on fourth. Over $65,600 for fifth van. And sixthl van $59,000.

  22. Robert Davenport on October 1, 2021 at 8:17 am

    Alan, I noticed a while back you get alot of haters. I like your videos, if people don’t like them they shouldn’t waste time viewing! Keep up the good work and stay HARD!

  23. Concerned Patriot on October 1, 2021 at 8:17 am

    Jean Sheheen is a Criminal !

  24. TGG S on October 1, 2021 at 8:18 am

    Love the last build. What is the model of the van? Any website to check for this model?

  25. be_good on October 1, 2021 at 8:18 am

    Hi….they look good.
    Is there a UK dealer and Right Hand Drive version……I’d like a Ford based one. Karmann’s website doesn’t seem to have a dealer in the UK.

  26. Epicscore Eu on October 1, 2021 at 8:18 am

    Question: do they run on solar..thats the only reason id rather build my own rig is that few companies that build RVs/Vans have a good solar system without being a to-big rig or to expensive for a normal budget. Also Lithium batteries don’t like the AGMs. If any one know a good price RV/camper with it please name the brand / name.

  27. Truus Jenskens on October 1, 2021 at 8:19 am

    The Karmann chairs already look 20 years old….

  28. CSF on October 1, 2021 at 8:19 am

    Why are they producing 2020 vans, without sat nav and auto gear box !!

  29. Ильмира Сукаркаева on October 1, 2021 at 8:19 am

    день рождение 21декабря подарок микроавтобус газель цвет вишня. Мать Марина!!!!

  30. Dance World on October 1, 2021 at 8:19 am

    These are nice but I’m a pop top camper person…much more practical and with roof down you can get through low headroom areas…don’t think I’d spend £50k+ though…unless I win lottery ha ha

  31. Gerry Nightingale on October 1, 2021 at 8:22 am

    *In the U.S. we have the ‘RoadTrek’ that’s very popular for the last 40-years or so that’s very like the coaches shown here*
    *The ‘RT’ series also has a revolutionary new power-system that basically eliminates the need for a ‘Generator’*
    ( *Quite a sophisticated system of an advanced ‘Alternator’ that runs strictly for the onboard Lithium Batteries that along
    with solar ‘PV’ panels up-top can charge-up the batteries in an hour!* )

  32. wigen nazarov on October 1, 2021 at 8:22 am

    Could I ask, where do you buy a new Dexter/Karmann campervan in UK. Is it available in UK? I cant find any dealers.
    Thank you

  33. Graham on October 1, 2021 at 8:24 am

    Nice van! I did like the sink too, easier to clean and any spills have more chance of going into the sink!
    At 1:56 always remember a stick of pipe insulation plugs that gap between the rear doors perfectly for insulating !!
    A big basin is useful if you can wash your hair in it too.
    I liked the 540, one of the best I’ve seen and a reasonable price too!!
    The 550 layout is interesting but seems to still end up with a small dinette as the only seating area. Using the extra high roof bodied van like on the 555 would be cheaper.
    The Ford 560 looks very good, liked that a lot apart from the wheels being too small.

  34. allan briscoe on October 1, 2021 at 8:25 am

    Hi Alan, I follow your video,s with interest. On your reviews could you cost the vans in £’s. and state their availability in the UK. Thanks for the service . Allan.

  35. Resume Aurangzeb Empire of 1707 India to vietnam on October 1, 2021 at 8:27 am

    Wow these are good 💓

  36. Ronald Phillips on October 1, 2021 at 8:28 am

    WILL THIS EVER BE MADE IN USA?

  37. Keith Mac Aodh on October 1, 2021 at 8:29 am

    Could I buy in Ireland that price or is there additional vat?

  38. roberto miguens on October 1, 2021 at 8:30 am

    very helpfuld very nice job butt you need to film with the zoom out becouse is very hard to identify wath your filming its too clouse proximity , thank you for showing the vans

  39. Sheraz Iqbal on October 1, 2021 at 8:31 am

    What size fuel tank?

  40. Michael V on October 1, 2021 at 8:31 am

    Dexter practice

  41. john morgan on October 1, 2021 at 8:36 am

    Alan, does his campervan Karate training; ‘Lights on, lights off, lights on, lights off…’

  42. michael joseph Heavey on October 1, 2021 at 8:36 am

    height how many carparks have bar on camper vans

  43. Bob Esselstyn on October 1, 2021 at 8:39 am

    wish they had these in usa

  44. rainmakr20 on October 1, 2021 at 8:41 am

    Think wide angel camera!

  45. Mr. Yepz on October 1, 2021 at 8:41 am

    Thanks for giving the prices, so many reviews don’t have costs and I know it’s not very accurate but a 60k camper isn’t 100k and with no prices it’s hard to imagine what one can afford, so thank you!

  46. Don Tran on October 1, 2021 at 8:41 am

    You should know how to talk more as bout your Advertising…👎

  47. RKO on October 1, 2021 at 8:42 am

    I like 2 bet caravan last one 591

  48. J Hodges on October 1, 2021 at 8:44 am

    All these vans keep you hooked on fossil fuel. You don’t need a fridge nor gas burners. You can opt for hollogen or a cook pot. For single or couples you don’t need four seats. Imagine the extra space hence why do your own fit is so popular

  49. Donna Said on October 1, 2021 at 8:44 am

    Are any of these available to buy and ship to the USA ??

  50. Xix Chi on October 1, 2021 at 8:47 am

    I think the table and seat on entrance takes up to much space, they should move the shower bathroom up forward more , for more bedroom space I’m 6’3

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