Volvos first real SUV sold under the name C202 Volvo Cross Country and the nickname "Volvo Laplander". It's a "Communist Volvo" made in Hungary by Csepel Auto 1978-1980. It's very small and probably one of the smallest overland 4x4 campers, measuring only 4 meters (13 ft) long and 1.65 m (5 ft) wide. This video is how it looks inside and how it runs. I hope to give some building idea to other camper builders. Car was original build for a trip to South Africa by Arabian countrys and red sea cost and was used as a shore diving car. Photo free to use. No copyright. But please share the old schools idea about overlanding.
Volvos erster echter SUV wurde unter dem Namen C202 Volvo Cross Country und dem Spitznamen „Volvo Laplander“ verkauft. Es ist ein „kommunistischer Volvo“, hergestellt in Ungarn von Csepel Auto 1978-1980. Es ist sehr klein und wahrscheinlich einer der kleinsten 4x4-Überlandcamper mit einer Länge von nur 4 Metern (13 Fuß) und einer Breite von 1,65 m (5 Fuß). In diesem Video sehen Sie, wie es innen aussieht und wie es funktioniert. Ich hoffe, anderen Wohnmobilbauern eine Bauidee geben zu können. Das Auto wurde ursprünglich für eine Reise nach Südafrika durch arabische Länder und an die Küste des Roten Meeres gebaut und wurde als Landtauchauto verwendet. Foto zur freien Verwendung. Kein Urheberrecht. Aber bitte teilen Sie die Idee der alten Schule über das Überlanden mit.
Le premier véritable SUV de Volvo vendu sous le nom de C202 Volvo Cross Country et le surnom de « Volvo Laplander ». Il s'agit d'une "Volvo communiste" fabriquée en Hongrie par Csepel Auto 1978-1980. Il est très petit et probablement l'un des plus petits camping-cars 4x4 terrestres, mesurant seulement 4 mètres (13 pieds) de long et 1,65 m (5 pieds) de large. Cette vidéo montre à quoi il ressemble à l'intérieur et comment il fonctionne. J'espère donner une idée de construction à d'autres constructeurs de camping-cars. La voiture a été construite à l'origine pour un voyage en Afrique du Sud par les pays arabes et les côtes de la mer Rouge et a été utilisée comme voiture de plongée à terre. Photo libre d'utilisation. Aucun droit d'auteur. Mais s’il vous plaît, partagez l’idée des vieilles écoles sur l’overlanding.
El primer SUV real de Volvo se vendió con el nombre C202 Volvo Cross Country y el sobrenombre de "Volvo Laplander". Es un "Volvo comunista" fabricado en Hungría por Csepel Auto 1978-1980. Es muy pequeña y probablemente una de las autocaravanas 4x4 terrestres más pequeñas, ya que mide sólo 4 metros (13 pies) de largo y 1,65 m (5 pies) de ancho. En este vídeo se muestra cómo se ve por dentro y cómo funciona. Espero dar alguna idea de construcción a otros constructores de caravanas. El coche fue construido originalmente para un viaje a Sudáfrica por los países árabes y el mar Rojo y se utilizó como coche de buceo en tierra. Foto de uso gratuito. Sin derechos de autor. Pero, por favor, comparta la idea de la vieja escuela sobre el aterrizaje.
He has kept this vehicle going for over forty years. It purrs like a lion and he kept all the old parts. It still looks new. I salute you sir!!!!!
Oh and he added new tech on top of that!
I enjoyed this very much. No boring intros, no annoying music, nothing more than exactly what it is. Very beautiful home. ❤
Thanks a lot! One day mabye I will copy photos for youtube slide show, a few places don't exist any longer after the wars.
@@VolvoLaplanderCamper That would be lovely!
The pictures of your younger self in the van were awesome 👏
Thanks, maybe someone will recognize the younger version of me 😀
It reminds me of the old Volkswagen campers of the 1960s and 1970s only larger. But our Volkswagen camper couldn't go that fast and didn't come with a bucket. 😅 Wishing you many happy times.
It looks bigger on video but old vw are infact longer, this is only 4 meter.
That was a very "no nonsense" presentation.
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I like Swedish KZhead if this is it
***No frills, direct, and to the points of this Volvo mh***
Just like his shorts. 🤣
@@jnotlog7040 😂😂good observation , short n sweet for his age .
I can only imagine how tough this would have been to sell. I'd imagine the new owner will treasure it. Great video!
It sold by health reson.
@@VolvoLaplanderCamper sadly I have been going through the same thing. Health issues and advancing years demand that I sell or give away things, and travel has become difficult, no longer the joy it once was. My hope is that the new owners will treasure these things as I have.🙂
Yeah this looks ideal. I keep looking at “camper vans” but most of them seem to aspire to be a boutique hotel on wheels. Each to their own, but to me camping has an element of improvisation. Gotta love the polystyrene shades!
They are only use when sleeping in cold night for less condensation.
I think these shades would work way better than the thin double sided reflecting insulation van lifers use. And it probably works as sound insulation.
I just love the low tech angleometer in the middle of the dashboard...
This is how vehicles should be built. Simple, affordable and not over-teched with electronics and useless junk
Such a rare thing to have a unique retro vehicle as a camper. Stunning!
I've never seen a motorhome with so many compartments and storage options, congratulations on that
Thanks a lot!
The emaculate care u have kept this in for 30 years is unbelievable ! Also, really enjoyed the throwback pics !
Thanks.
My friend, you have found a simplicity and happiness
Thanks.
Best RV video I’ve seen. To the point, no annoying chatter. Which I prefer. I really like the simplicity of the RV
Absolutely cleverly thought-out seating and bed concept. I am really impressed! Even though I'm not a fan of putting my bed together every night and stowing it away again in the morning. In any case, I'm really very positively surprised at how cleverly little space has been used here. And anyone who has been on longer trips away from 5-star campsites will appreciate such a compact vehicle. The compact vehicle pays off in the Alps or the Pyrenees at the latest. Not to mention small, narrow villages that you may have to or want to drive through. The only thing I would miss is a better toilet. The bucket concept is too spartan for me. But a more modern dry separation toilet hardly takes up any more space and is also easy to move around. So replacing the bucket shouldn't be a problem. And showering only outside the vehicle is perhaps a problem when wild camping in a city, otherwise it's not something I would really miss in the vehicle.
Thanks for watching and commenting. In the past, there was a 4 meter rule at an extra low price on ferries across the Mediterranean and this one was classified there. I used to have a shower just inside the door, like a tent, and the shower there is double, so there is extra standing height, and the floor had drainage at the time. The shower worked well, for example I took a shower in the middle of Cairo before a visit to the embassy.
The tolerances and the precision are perfect! The bed options show how much thought went into this. Also, the engine is running very smoothly for such an old vehicle.
Best use of a small space I've seen.
Wow you Sir are not only an ambassador to DIY and Camper community but also more importantly I think to the Environment. You have made great memories with this vehicle (proven by your pictures) and yet still kept this vehicle in a condition that never aged if not younger (put more life into it). If only people had the same mind set and treated equipment with respect and motivation to repair, refurbish and not just see them as throw away, judged by market value (not useful value) we would have not only a better world, but more affordable machines with many still existing, being passed on after our use (like the generations before us passing on taken cared of and treated as non throw away things) like this. Thank you for sharing and hope it went to great home treated like you did. I wish you well with your health good Sir.
Thanks a lot.
Clever use of space and I'll bet it will bring many new memories for the new owner.
What an amazing camper van! After 30 years it must have been difficult to sell (but maybe also difficult to maintain). I wish Volvo would make more like it; more basic design to last longer.
That is a nice RV. I would like something like that for road trips. It’s small and easy to get around in.
wow I want one, best camper I have seen and the gent looks like he loves it.
Absolutely incredible vibe this dude gives off throughout the entire tour
这么小的车，修改成这样完美的家，工程不简单，想象力很高，不是一般人能做到的。
From the pictures it looks like he’s owned it for many years and still enjoys it.
Sold after 31 years
@@VolvoLaplanderCamper that’s a nice run and he maintained it so well the next owner is sure to have many enjoyable years with it.
@@zekelucente9702 I hope so, I chose the buyer, an adventure young cuple instead for an old man (like me) that wantated to pay much more . I think the Laplander will be a you tube star later on. The new owners even have idea to let it go electric, same as I plane to do if I had more time.
Genius layout. The lounging and sleeping mode are so versatile with many ways of setting it up to cater to our needs. Good height of this vehicle too so we don't have to hunch or stoop low moving around inside. Sink and stove are compact too. Real genius. Kudos! Well done! Cheers and safe journeys always!
Minimalist's dream rig...amazingly functional and maneuverable!
A truly Cherished Camper that Holds Lots of Fond memories❤
Замечательный Вольво. Минимализм в лучшем качестве. Особенно приятно, что автор с авто живут и путешествуют многие годы - это редкость. Уважение автору.
One of the best camping car for a minimal camping life. Good luck.
Thanks!
That is really cool especially the bed set ups. Love that you can access the cab from the back or front. Great size 13 ft long.
Fantastic filming of a fantastic camper perfect in so many ways
This has got to be one of the coolest off road camping vehicles I’ve ever seen. Greetings from 🇺🇸
Sorry to hear that you had to sell for health reasons. Looks like you were a great steward of a classic off road vehicle for a long time. Hopefully the next owner will take as good of care of it as you did.
what a beautiful camper you have!
Вольво- мой лучший автомобиль в мире Хотя владел и БМВ,и Тойота,и Мицубиши и Форд.Привет из Казахстана.Очень прекрасный кэмпер,,ностальгия по юности"😊
Neat vehicle. Love the past/present pics that were included
Simple but has everything you need. Vehicle has clearly been looked after too! 😊
This thing will last forever with simple mechanics maintenance. I liked the quiet cupboard doors best. If you stay slim and agile, you will have simple joy for years to come.
Very beautiful car and I love how well thought out your camper conversion is. Thank you for this video and don't pay attention to the negativity in the comments. All the best for you and your health!
Nice rig! No wasted space.
I love the simplicity! It just proves that this can be done on a budget! Great job, great camper! I wish you many happy km!
Vilket underbart litet fordon du byggde! Tråkigt att du behövde sälja den men den får leva vidare ute på andra äventyr nu. Tack för att du visade upp ditt bygge med alla smarta lösningar.
Tackar ja allt har sin tid och man blir inte yngre. Bilen kommer nog leva vidare länge till, de nya ägarna har nyligen avslutat en längre trip på ca 10.000Km och bilen rustas nu om för nya äventyr.
I really like this little turbo diesel camper/van/truck 4x4. Thank you for sharing these video's!
Thanks!
Straight forward and to the point. Everything anyone really needs and very well designed. I like this a lot. Too bad one can’t get these easily in the states.
Enjoying a trip with the Volvo Cross Country C202 is truly enjoyable
Thanks but new owners now.
This is not only a cool tiny home, but a life partner of you. You are a lucky guy!
He must have had many adventures in this handy camper. :)
So much uses for small space., so efficient,so effective. For bath, so the soap and water then wipe like the old day bathing. If a person is not high maintenance then they can live practically any condition. What a man❤❤❤
Thanks, shower is now outside-long hose, but just inside side door is duble floor and before ther was folderbar shower curtins there for inside shower- I once took one just outside ambesy in Cairo before a meting there.
The seating/sleeping area is genius!
Thanks, what not seen on video is that cooker/ sink and table are same hight, so it's easy to work on when prepering dinner.
I love your camper, this camper.!.❤
Loved the simplicity and versatility of the set up! Also a minimalist. 😊👏
Very nice! Thank you for showing it.
American influencers could learn from this presentation. Every thing that you need. Nothing that you don't.
Thanks a lot!
Now THAT is a well-loved camper! 🥰
Very nice! Not sure why everyone is complaining about the audio. I understood everything just watching.
Vilken skönhet! 🙂
Such beatuiful memories! Plus the engine sounded so good! Thank you for sharing
Very nice , compact ,clean .
It must be sad to sell after 31 years, but thanks for sharing this video. An amazing vehicle.
I like so much the happyness of this man. It's all sympathy in his face! Nice smiling face!
Wonderful, so functional + the noises are remarkable
Reminds me of the 1960s, when cut-off jeans were quite popular.
Great presentation. Not fancy but very well designed. Perfect for camping!
That little thing is awesome. Wooow.
What a little beauty! And so well maintained… sorry you had to say goodbye after 31 years, that must of been tough… sounds like it’s gone to a good home, it’s a credit to you mate 👍
Thanks a lot! Yes we miss the camper but life had to go on and I'm better nowdays, no morphine and gabapentine on daytime, so I have keep my driven licens.
This is a nice camper, smaller than my car but very functional. Extremely convenient to zip through. Thank you for showing!
Awesome love seeing old campers or vehicles given a good life as a well loved camper ❤❤💪💪👍👍
Excellent. Especially the bench seat and huge comfy bed.
Man, that thing is cool. It's like a baby LMTV.
I wish every video was like this, no talking about all the features, just show us like this guy did.
ever try mute?
Love this video! Thanks!
Lovely.
Very impressive. I wish we had something like this in the USA.
As someone who doesn't have a campervan and up until now has had no plans on ever owning one, why do I suddenly feel the need to have this vehicle?
Perheps irresistible charm. 😉
this car is such a beauty !!! ♥
Beautiful simplicity! Regards from Scotland.
Fantastic condition for a 40 year old vehicle. Nice fitting out too.
Excellent use of space.Very practical. Many places are too windy or wet,or both for a tent.Welldone,sir.
Thanks , and many countries were and are not safe to camp and use tents.
Very cool rig!
This is perfect! Everything you need in a neat and tidy package! Love those cushion covers! The tires are great for more rugged conditions in the north I bet! Greetings from West Michigan!
Very well organized everything you need is there a bit small but the size got advantages take care be safe enjoy your summer
What a beauty ...and a beast! We have a Sprinter 4WD camper but this Laplander... 😍🤩😍
hehehehehe. you just checking on your old buddy. im just wondering how much pleasure & fun you had with your trusted camper. Salutes !!!
Neat little expedition truck👍💖. With compliments from outback AUSTRALIA .
There'd be no war if people will just live simple. As the saying goes, "Live simple that others may simply live."
So true.
The Laplander is a really small car, but it's incredible how well everything in there fits together .. all you need for living is there .. except the proper shower of course, but washing can also be done outside. Well done anyway 👍
So satisfying the way those cushions fit together.
This is a pretty cool camper van, i never seen one before.
Many seating/ lounge configurations!! Very nice! 😊
We do a lot of four wheel camping in the mountains,I would kill for this rig!!
Love it, this guy made it look easy and sensible to own one of these. I just wish I could find one in the states
What an incredible van. Thank you for posting.
What a great personal RV!! Surprisingly spacious and well thought out.
Thanks!
Awesome design. Best use of a small place.
I was admiring this beauty in Helsinki last summer. It was parked at one of my favourite spots!
It was the new owner that has been in North Cape.
Genius simplicity.
What a cool little off capable camper!
The best I have ever seen. I was beginning to think ALL RV's were designed and built by former pimps. You're certainly no jagoff!
Absolutely perfect. Congratulations.