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When it comes to buy a campervan under 5000$NZD, there are many factors to take into consideration.
- Here, at Travel Cars NZ, we’ll show in first place where to find on-budget campervans, what to expect, what to look at, and more.ย
๐ Where to Find Cheap Campervans in New Zealand
There are different platforms, however a campervan under 5000$ if it’s in good condition and has some extras like camping gear, second-battery o a self-contained certification will last for hours.
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The most popular place to find cheap cars is Facebook marketplace, since it’s free to list a car and is not regulated, you can find either a bargain or a lemon.ย (keep reading below to find the best tips)
- Another option is checking campervans at Travel Cars platform, however is not usual to find many campervans under 5000$, regardless, you can find below the latest and cheapest campervans listed for sale.
๐ What to Expect When Buying a Campervan Under 5000$
During the high season (September to February), you can expect to find just a station wagon type (converted car) with a frame and bed at the back, at is best.ย
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During the low season, (March to August), you can find them easily, in used condition and with some gear as backpackers are leaving the country, so is a good time to buy one of these types of campervan.
- If you’re very lucky, and you’re able to negociate, you might be able to find a converted people mover into self-contained.ย
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๐ฏ Here are some examples of campervans we sell at Travel Cars NZ for 5,990$NZD. However, we sell them with new WOF, new service, buy-back option and no mechanical issues.
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๐ What to Look for in a Budget Campervan
When buying from private sellers or specially on Facebook, there are some red flags to look for.
When searching:
๐ฉ Avoid profiles without a real profile picture.
๐ฉ Avoid meeting at public spaces, such as petrol stations, instead will be better to meet at seller’s house.
๐ฉ Avoid paying any deposit up-front before meeting the seller.
๐ฉ Avoid paying any deposit before checking the car by a mechanic.
When Buying:
โ If buying from a dealer, check for Google reviews.
โ If buying from private, conduct a mechanical check before handling any money.
โ Get a Carjam report, check for finance, stolen, etc. Costs just 20$ (Carjam)
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๐งโ๐ปย For more information about buying a used campervan you can check the following article: 12 Best Tips for Buying a Campervan in New Zealand
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๐ฐ Costs to Consider Beyond the Purchase Price
There are few factors, such as:
- Insurance: Youโll need at least third-party insurance for legal coverage and protection.
- Registration: Ensure the campervanโs Rego (registration) is current. Renewing it costs extra if it’s expired.
- Maintenance: Budget for routine maintenance and potential repairs to keep the van running smoothly.
- Camping Fees: While freedom camping is free in some areas, you may need to pay for powered sites or campgrounds.
๐ Buying Safe with Travel Cars New Zealand
If you prefer to buy a safer but slighly more expensive campervan, you can contact us and also reserve a car for your arrival.
- We offer mechanical warranties, buy-back-option, custom conversions, an extense network of groups with over 350,000 members (all tourists), where you can also sell your car later on, for FREE.
