If you put your mind to it, anything can become a camper.
The Citroen Type H van has been around for over three decades. It is undoubtedly one of the most unique. Even though the Citroen Type H’s unusual design has been discontinued nearly 40 years ago to make way for the C25, its unique look is still a draw. There are European body kit conversions that can turn your latest-generation Jumper into an Type H-like. It is rare to find one in America, let alone a conversion camper like this HY 1600 in Santa Monica, California. On sale on Craigslist The van-turned-camper was imported from The Netherlands, where it was converted into a yacht builder’s cabin. It is quite expensive at $29,000.
Before we get inside, it’s important to mention that the camper features a Michelin mascot. This harkens back to when the Citroen van was used for advertising and delivery purposes by the French tire manufacturer. A roof rack can be fitted with an awning, and sunscreens can be attached to both sides of the vehicle if you wish to camp out.
According to the seller, the HY 1600 camper van has traveled approximately 138,000 km (85.749 miles). It’s in an “exceptional condition”. It is a yacht-like cabin made of mahogany furniture and has a brass barometer/clock. There are many amenities that you would expect from a camper, including a sink, electric faucet and gas stove.
According to the seller the engine and braking system have been recently overhauled. The van comes with a variety of spare parts, as well as full documentation about the van’s 42-year history and how it came to the United States. Although it is suitable for conversion to a food truck, the ad suggests that it can be kept as it is.