Cars / Campers / Vans
Before a vehicle is handed over it is given a complete mechanical check by Darren. Any faults found that are critical to the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle are repaired. It is then given a service - oil change, new oil filter, new air filter, etc. Finally it is given a thorough road test to make sure it runs efficiently and reliably. Please feel free to get an independent opinion on the mechanical condition of the vehicle that you're interested in.All vehicles have current wof and rego. If you wish vehicles can be equipped with camping gear.
Corolla 2001 Hatchback / Fliessheck
Automatic. Petrol.
Comfortable car with enough room for 2 to 3 people plus luggage. Central locking, electric windows, airbags, abs, etc. Foldable back seats.
Estima 2000 - 2005 new shape
Automatic. Petrol.
Easy and safe cruiser with airbags, ABS, aircon, central locking, electric windows, and all the mod cons.
Most of them have already been converted into a cosy wee camper for two. With double bed and storage and all camping equipment.
Some of them still have the rear seats - great for three oder four people with luggage, camping equipment etc and the 2.4l engine ist strong enough to get you up the Southern Alps no worries ;0) The seats can be folded down for the occasional night in the van.
Ford Falcon 2006
Automatic. Petrol.
Spacious wagon suitable for 3 to 4 people plus luggage. Enough power for New Zealand's hills and mountains. comfortable and safe with air con, airbags, abs, cruise control, etc
Ford Motorhome 1992
RESERVED
Only available for people 25 years or older
Manual. Diesel.
"real camper" for independent, individual journeys!
Fully equipped and self contained Motorhome for 2 people
Shower, toilet, fridge, gas hob, running hot and cold water, house battery, solar panel, full head hight, lots of storage, full awning, etc
self contained certificate = Lots of freedom camping options!
NZ$19,000
buyback for 30% to 60% of the purchase price depending on the duration of your journey
more infos and photos via email
Honda Odyssey 2000
Automatic. Petrol.
Nice tidy car for its age with low km, all the mod cons like central locking, airbags, ABS, air conditioning, electr windows, etc Built in bed in the rear with storage underneath.
Mazda Familia 1998
Automatic. Petrol.
Little whizzer with enough space for two people plus backpacks :0) Economic. What else do you need?
Mazda MPV 1999
Automatic. Petrol. Comfortable sleeper-car for two people. Double bed in the back with adequate storage for luggage and camping equipment. Air con, electric windows, central locking, airbags etc.
Nissan Bluebird 1996 - 2000
Automatic. Petrol.
Air con, electric windows, airbags. Comfortable car for long journeys for up to two/three people - depending on the luggage ;0) Economic.
Nissan Homy 1993
RESERVED
Automatic. Petrol with LPG tank.
Great campervan for two people. Clever sofabed for sitting comfortably during the day and double bed at night. Lots of storage for luggage, camping equipment etc. Runs on petrol and LPG - very economical! :0)
Manual choke and manual change between LPG and petrol. basic technical understanding of advantage ;0)
As always the van can be fully equipped and ready to go.
Nissan Presage 2005
Automatic. Petrol.
small sleepervan roomy enough for two people plus luggage. Easy and safe cruiser with air con, central locking, electric windows, and all the mod cons. Low mileage! Rear seats swapped for a cosy bed :0)
Nissan Sunny 1996 - 2004
automatic. Petrol.
Air con, electric windows, airbag, central locking. Comfortable little car for long journeys. Economic. Nobody can see your belongings in the boot.
Nissan Vanette 1999 - 2003
Automatic. Petrol.
The "more modern" gems in our fleet! Clean, tidy and next to no dents or scratches ;0) low mileage, cosy double bed with draws and storage box underneath, quite clever really. same deal as with all our buyback vehicles: fully equipped with camping gear, new WoF and service and our advice and service free of charge of course :0)
Nissan Vanette 2001
Manual. Petrol.
Ideal campervan for two backpackers. Simple, no fuss but with everything you need for a great tour around New Zealand. Ready to go with double bed, storage, camping stuff, road maps, etc. Buyback agreement for a no-stress finsh of your holiday. Return as agreed, pocket the money, fly home :0)
Nissan Wingroad 2004
Automatic. Petrol.
Compact wagon with airbags, ABS, central locking, aircon, electr. windows etc. Enough space for up to three people plus luggage. Grab a tent out of our chaotic second hand camping storage and off you go and enjoy your independent New Zealand adventure! :0)
Primera 2001 Stationwagon / Kombi
Manual. Petrol.
Spacious car with lots of room for luggage. Central locking, electric windows, aircon, etc. Foldable back seats.
Toyota Corolla 1996
Automatic. Petrol.
Comfortable little car for long journeys for two, three people plus luggage. Aircon for hot days - yes, sometimes we get them indeed ;0) Economic. Nobody can see your belongings in the boot.
Toyota Estima 1994 - 1999
Automatic. Petrol.
Very popular compact and cosy backpacker van :0) Easy to drive, comfortable and reliable. Ready to go with everything you need for your independent New Zealand adventure. Two seats in the front, double bed in the back.
Toyota Hiace 2001
Manual. Petrol.
Spacious campervan for two people. Cosy double bed in the back, under bed storage for luggage, camping equipment and more. As with all the buyback vehicles the van is fully equipped and ready to go.
Toyota Hiace Custom 1994
Automatic. Diesel.
Spacious sleeper van for two people with cosy double bed in the back which can be foldet into a sofa during the day. Additional shelves for extra storage space. And of course with buyback agreement and fully equipped with everything you need for your trip around New Zealand :0)
Toyota Hiace Super Custom 1998
Automatic. Petrol.
Great for two people with extra comfy big mattress in the back. Storage under the bed for all the camping stuff and luggage. As with all our vehicles we supply complete camping equipment for free and the vehicles have a brand new full mechanical service and of course a new Warrant of Fitness. Buyback agreement at the end of your trip means you won't have to hang out in Auckland and spoil the last few weeks of your holiday trying to sell your vehicle.
Toyota Starlet 1996
Automatic. Petrol.
Reliable and economic little run about for max two people and luggage.
Features central locking, air con, electr. windows, airbags etc. And of course with camping equipment and buyback agreement :0)
Ford Econovan Maxi 96 (sold)
Manual. Petrol.
pretty roomy van with double bed in the back and little cupboard with table and space for the small bits and pieces. Long wheel base gives you extra room to move and even survive a rainy day in comfort :0)
Nissan Caravan 1993 (sold)
Manual. Diesel.
Little "real" camper with sofa and table that can be transformed to a cosy bed, lots of storage under the seats and shelves for small stuff. In the back there is a little camp kitchen with gas cooker, chilly bin and all kitchen accessories. Long wheelbase, high roof. SELF CONTAINED
Nissan Primera 1999 (sold)
Automatic. Petrol.
Air con, airbags, central locking, electric windows, etc. Comfortable and economic car for long journeys. Luggage can be stored out of sight in the boot.
Nissan Vanette 1998 (sold)
Automatic. Petrol.
Great little Campervan for two people with cosy double bed and under bed storage for luggage etc. Easy to drive with automatic transmission. Sold with new Wof and service check :0)
Toyota Gaia 1998 (sold)
Automatic. Petrol.
Estima's "little brother' :0)
Easy to drive, comfortable and reliable. Perfect for three to four people plus luggage and camping equipment :0)
Maintenance Tips
That road conditions and the availability of road side service are often not the same as for example in Germany. Therefore we strongly recommend doing the following checks & services to help insure a more trouble free and enjoyable holiday:- Check oil & water daily
- Change oil and service vehicle every 5,000km, incl. oil filter change and air filter clean
- Periodically check the tyre pressure and make sure they are well pumped up
- Stop the car immediately and seek advice if you notice anything out of the ordinary, especially unusual noise, raising temperature, etc
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