Getting the right van saves you time and money.

When we talk about the base vehicle we are referring to a van before any conversion works. This could be a new or a used vehicle.

Over many years in the business we have seen countless clients needing to spending extra because the base vehicle wasnt quite right in the beginning.

Our advise is to work out your end goal for your finished van. Then look at the best way of achieveing it, starting with a vehicle that looks like a good deal because it the cheap options doesnt often pay off in the long run.

Swapping seating, removing a bulkhead or upgrading headlights can all cost thousands. Get a van with the feature you need from the begining saves money and also gives a better level of finish. It can also make buying new alot sensible than going for a used van which isnt quite right.

Although Exploria is a conversion company, first and foremost we are also about to supply you with a brand new vehicle from MAN. 

On larger vans we convert on mainly new vehicle bought through Exploria. However we are also happy to comvert on customer owned vans or new vehicles bought through other dealers. Usually though we can be competitive on price and give you the best deal.

Exploria are offical partners with MAN and can supply you with a new vehicle.

Though our conversion works we have established a great relationship directly with the manufacturer MAN.

We are able to place a new factory order directly with MAN to your specification. With lead times at around 12 weeks and pricing competetive a new factory order is well worth considering for many camper and business customers.

Exploria also stock new vehicles to save you the factory lead time.

Contact us for our latest available stock.

What to look for on an MAN TGE?

When it come to a good usuable van the spec has got to be right so you can live with it comfortabily and it does the job for you.

Below are the things we would look for in a good base vehicle.

  • MAN TGE
    • 3 Wheel Bases - Standard/Medium Wheel Base, Long Wheel Base and Extra Long / Maxi Wheel Base
    • Manual or Auto – Automatic is alot more desirable and our recommendation
    • 2WD or 4WD - depending on application and head room needed inside
    • 140PS or 180PS engine sizes - larger 180 recommended.
    • XC Line
    • Factory extras- recommend
      • LED headlights 
      • Upgraded Larger screen Navigation
      • 2 singel front seats on swivels for a camper build
      • Bulkhead delete on a camper build
      • Factory glass if wanted - more cost effective than aftermarket
      • Heated front seats
      • Removable tow bar
      • Rear Entry Grab Handle
      • Footwell lighting
    • Other option worth considering
      • Adaptive cruise control
      • 4 keys
      • Extra high roof
    • Note - 3.160 is a Rear Wheel drive spec best suited for towing.

Make an enquiry about Base Vehicles

If you have a specific idea and want to bring it to life, why not speak to our team to discuss all your conversion needs?
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