Hey! We are Nora and Oliver, a Swiss couple.

After some amazing months exploring New Zealand, it's time for us to leave the country and say goodbye to Manuia, our van. We bought it from another couple who bought and fitted her out in July 2024 for themself. We are the second couple living in this beautiful van.

Manuia is a 2004 Toyota Hiace, and it has been our beloved companion throughout our journey.

The van was thoughtfully designed to prioritize practicality and energy efficiency.

If you're looking for a cozy, modular, and one-of-a-kind van for an epic Kiwi adventure, look no further.

Manuia is ready to be your perfect travel buddy for its next chapter!

Big Picture 🛞:

- Toyota Hiace 2004

- 2.4 ZR engine (petrol)

- Manual transmission (5 gears)

- Chain transmission (no cambelt)

- 226,XXX km

- Self-contained certified until 11/2028 (Green sticker)

- REGO valid until 10/2025

- WOF valid until 02/2026

- Last full service in February 2025

Mechanical 🔧:

- Full van history and invoices for the past 12 months

- Full service every 7,000 km

- Two new tyres (November 2024)

- Brake shoes (April 2024)

- Front upper arm (April 2024)

⚡Electrical System:

Two independent power systems for optimal energy use (ideal for digital nomads):

- 200 W solar panel

- Power Station: Bluetti 716 Wh (AC up to 1,000W)

- 100Ah deep-cycle battery

Connected to the main battery via a dual setup system

- light switch for three bright top lights and cozy fairy lights for romantic evenings

- Well-insulated walls, floor, and ceiling (pefect during winter)

- High-quality materials and flooring

🍳 Kitchen:

- Two foldable stoves with a 2kg LPG cylinder incl. gas detector

- Sink with a highly resistant manual pump

- Full set of cookware and utensils

- Accessible jars for preserves and spices

- 2 x 25L water tanks

- Pantry space for groceries

- Large countertop for meal prep

🛌 Sleeping:

- Large and long bed for two people (155x185 cm)

- Complete bedding set: 2 pillows, 7 cushions and feather duvet for cozy nights

🪑 Inside Extras:

- Interior table for dining or working

- Velcro top layer around the van for hanging items

- Curtains on all windows

- Upholstered foam cushions with removable, machine-washable covers

- 10L fixed toilet (brand new and never used), discreet and accessible, even with the bed unfolded

- Desert fridge for keeping perishables fresh for longer and a cooling box

- 1 portable gas heather for cold nights

- 3 rattan baskets for clothing, easily accessible

- 1 fabric basket for additional storage easily accessible

🌳 Exterior:

- 2 camping chairs

- 1 foldable metal table

- Shower with automatic submersible pump

- Collapsible bucket

- Mosquito net for the main window

- Included tools box: Portable electric drill/driver, socket wrenches, screwdrivers, drill bit kit, paint and varnish supplies and wood and metal saw