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Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 29 Jan 2010, 10:23
by martinj
Hi all
Still looking for a nice van but a bit more affordable than the mint Westy we dream of! Wondered what Reimo conversions are like - the interiors seem to look similar to Westys in some ways and I understand they are also German? We need a high top as we've got 3 kids, so the extra storage would be helpful. Looking at photos, the Reimo high top seems to be higher at the front than the Westy high top, does this mean it's got more storage?
Just interested to hear your thoughts if you've got knowledge of both
Thanks again
(We'll get a van one day and stop pestering you all with questions about conversions, I promise!)

Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 29 Jan 2010, 12:24
by toolsntat
Hi there , this one I have for sale at the moment has all the units made from good quality ply and as for the high top maybe there is more space in the westys but not having had the pleasure

I cannot say for sure
A really good feature of the higtop itself is the fact that its double skinned with insulation inside which makes it less susceptible to condensation without the need for carpet type covering
Want any more info/pics of any areas let me know
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Andy
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 29 Jan 2010, 23:15
by dsa
HI westy hi top has more space full size double bed sleeps two and big storage space above cab

Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 30 Jan 2010, 14:22
by ..lee..
first look in side a reimo for me. looks a nice van that.
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 30 Jan 2010, 16:57
by jason k
some reimos are very nice but some were bits of kits you could buy.
i prefer a westy myself
just had a peep at the one in the link tis nice!!
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 30 Jan 2010, 16:58
by jason k
with regards to prices, there seems to be a few tidy priced hi tops about at the mo
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 03 Feb 2010, 23:30
by martinj
looks like a really lovely van, Andy. Great pics. Hubby just worried about lack of windows in the high top

Wouldn't worry me as you only go up there to sleep anyway! I presume two can fit up there? And sorry to be stupid, but what does a DG engine mean? Is that petrol or diesel?
JasonK, where in South Wales are you? We are in Newport.
Luisa (Martin's wife)
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 04 Feb 2010, 00:02
by toolsntat
martinj wrote:looks like a lovely van, Andy. Great pics. Hubby just worried about lack of windows in the high top

Wouldn't worry me as you only go up there to sleep anyway! I presume two can fit up there?
Luisa (Martin's wife)
Hi Luisa , afraid the high top on this model would only be suited to a little child unfortunately
The DG is petrol
Andy
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 04 Feb 2010, 20:06
by martinj
oh, that's disappointing.

With 3 kids, 2 adults and a dog we definitely need to put at least 2 up there! Thanks for replying. I'm sure it won't take you long to sell such a nice van
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 05 Feb 2010, 18:39
by chuckle-bus-tom
I have a reimo with a side elevating poptop, and you can easily sleep two up there, but you obviously compromise on permanent storage space. You do get a roof rack in the front of the roof, which easily takes an awning and a few stuff sacks. To be honest, two cupboards, a gas bottle cupboard, a wardrobe, the under bed, above engine bay, cutlery drawer, buddy box, shelf above kitchen and section above wardrobe is ample! Plus, Reimos come with a grill so you can tea and toast in the morning!
Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 05 Feb 2010, 19:11
by jason k
martinj wrote:looks like a really lovely van, Andy. Great pics. Hubby just worried about lack of windows in the high top

Wouldn't worry me as you only go up there to sleep anyway! I presume two can fit up there? And sorry to be stupid, but what does a DG engine mean? Is that petrol or diesel?
JasonK, where in South Wales are you? We are in Newport.
Luisa (Martin's wife)
im in aberdare.

Re: Reimo v Westy conversions?
Posted: 06 Feb 2010, 20:20
by martinj
Not far away, then!
