A great campervan conversion starts with the vehicle underneath it. The base vehicle needs the right mix of usable space and practicality before you can start creating a comfortable interior. Get that starting point right, and you have much more potential to build a campervan that works in real life. For the best camper van conversions, they have to work the way you need them to.
At Free Spirit Campervans, we specialise in converting three established models, all high-quality, low-mileage, and luxury models: the Nissan Elgrand, Mazda Bongo and Mercedes Viano.
Each offers a different starting point, but all let us create the comfortable, carefully designed interiors our customers want.
What makes a good campervan conversion?
Before looking at individual models, it’s worth considering what makes a strong base vehicle for a campervan conversion.
You need enough usable interior space to create somewhere to sit, sleep, cook and store your belongings. You also need to be able to design those different areas so that they work together.
That is particularly important with a smaller campervan.
The quality of the finished conversion matters too. Thoughtful storage, comfortable sleeping arrangements, good-quality interior finishes and practical facilities can turn a vehicle into somewhere you genuinely enjoy spending time.
That’s the approach we take at Free Spirit.
Nissan Elgrand campervan conversions
The Nissan Elgrand provides the foundation for one of Free Spirit’s luxury campervan conversions.
As with our other models, the aim isn’t simply to add a few camping essentials. The interior is designed to make effective use of the vehicle, incorporating features such as handmade cabinetry, storage, a kitchen area and bespoke sleeping arrangements.
A pop-top provides extra headroom and sleeping space, while a rock and roll bed lets the interior switch from living space to sleeping space.
The result is a campervan designed to give you a comfortable place to spend time, whether you’re away for a weekend or heading off on a longer trip.
Mazda Bongo campervan conversions
The Mazda Bongo has long been associated with campervan conversions, and it provides another platform for the Free Spirit approach.
Its interior can be transformed into a practical living space with carefully planned storage, seating and sleeping arrangements.
Free Spirit’s bespoke conversion process focuses on how all these elements work together. Handmade cabinetry helps make use of available space, while features such as a fridge-freezer can make the interior much more useful when you’re spending time away.
The emphasis is on creating a finished campervan that feels considered rather than simply filling the vehicle with equipment.
Mercedes Viano campervan conversions
For customers looking for a little more room, the Mercedes Viano is another option within the Free Spirit range.
Its generous interior offers plenty of potential for a comfortable campervan layout and is particularly interesting for customers travelling with more people.
As with the other models, the finished interior can incorporate carefully planned storage, handmade cabinetry, sleeping space and other campervan facilities.
It’s another example of why the choice of base vehicle matters when you’re planning a conversion.
How we turn high-quality base vehicles into the best camper van conversions
Choosing the right vehicle is only the beginning!
At Free Spirit, conversions are bespoke and completed in-house in our extensive Chichester workshops. Our team has more than 20 years of experience creating bespoke campervan interiors, with an emphasis on quality, comfort and making good use of the available space.
Our conversions include handmade cabinetry, bespoke rock and roll beds, pop-top roofs where applicable, fridge-freezers, premium upholstery and carefully considered storage.
We can also fit awnings, giving you the option to create additional usable space outside the vehicle.
The exact conversion will depend on the vehicle and specification, but the principle remains the same: create an interior that works as a complete space.
Award-winning best camper van conversions
We are proud that our work and customer experience have received recognition.
Free Spirit has been Highly Rated by Auto Trader for three years running, reflecting recognition on the Auto Trader platform.
We’ve also been Highly Rated by CarDealerReviews.com in 2025.
For us, awards are a welcome recognition of the work that goes into our conversions, but the finished campervan still needs to work for the person who will use it.
See the range for yourself
Choosing a campervan from photographs alone can make it difficult to appreciate the difference between layouts.
That’s why seeing the vehicles in person can be so useful.
Free Spirit has a large showroom in the South East, allowing customers to explore a range of converted vehicles and compare different interiors.
You can look at the storage, sit inside the living space, see the beds and finishes for yourself and talk through your requirements with a knowledgeable team.
The Nissan Elgrand, Mazda Bongo and Mercedes Viano each offer something different as a conversion platform. The key is finding the vehicle and interior combination that fits how you want to travel.
That’s where a bespoke conversion can make all the difference.
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Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: CLOSED
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What makes a good base vehicle for a camper van conversion?
A good conversion starts with a vehicle that provides usable interior space for the required layout. The base vehicle and conversion then need to work together to comfortably accommodate sleeping, storage, seating, and other facilities.
2. Which vehicles does Free Spirit convert into campervans?
Free Spirit specialises in the Nissan Elgrand, Mazda Bongo and Mercedes Viano.
3. Why choose a Nissan Elgrand campervan conversion?
The Nissan Elgrand is one of the premium imported vehicles Free Spirit uses as the basis for its luxury campervan conversions. Free Spirit creates bespoke interiors designed to make effective use of the vehicle’s available space.
4. Is the Mazda Bongo suitable for a campervan conversion?
Yes. The Mazda Bongo is one of Free Spirit’s established conversion models and can be transformed with sleeping, storage and living facilities to create a practical campervan interior.
5. Can a Mercedes Viano be converted into a campervan?
Yes. The Mercedes Viano is one of the models Free Spirit converts and offers another option for customers looking for a luxury campervan.
6. Are Free Spirit campervans automatic?
Yes. The vehicles Free Spirit works with are automatic, giving customers an option if they want an automatic campervan.
7. Are Free Spirit campervans petrol or diesel?
Free Spirit’s campervans are petrol-powered premium imports.
8. Are Free Spirit campervans ULEZ compliant?
Yes. Free Spirit’s vehicles are ULEZ compliant, which is an important consideration for buyers who expect to travel through areas where emissions charging schemes apply.
9. What happens after I buy a campervan from Free Spirit?
Free Spirit provides comprehensive warranties, servicing and ongoing support after purchase, so the relationship doesn’t simply end when you drive your campervan away.
10. Has Free Spirit received awards or industry recognition?
Yes. Free Spirit has received Highly Rated recognition from Auto Trader for three years running and was also Highly Rated by CarDealerReviews.com in 2025.
