A REASON TO ROAM
We bought our 2005 T28 T5 a while ago, and I’ve been busy converting it into a usable Camper ever since. The ex-Panel Van had already been updated with a later ’5.1 facelift kit, including all the usual features, plus the later rear bumper and interior. I like the flat, early dash, though, so instead of replacing the central section I painted it gloss black, along with the glove box. It’s a personal thing, but I think it has made it feel much more modern inside.
While the glovebox was out, I also added a USB socket inside for charging purposes.
When it came to finding the right camping interior for us, after a lot of deliberation I bought a standard DIY cupboard kit in the tried and tested three-quarter width format. There’s a reason the majority of VW Campers are still done this way after 60-odd years because quite simply it’s one of the best, most practical layouts if you’re going for a three-quarter width bed and need lots of cupboard space.
Next up came a Rusty Lee rock ’n’ roll bed – three-quarter width, of course. That was given to a local trimmer to re-trim to match
