How Much Did My New Campervan Cost?

[@ab33116]

ルースさん元気でよかった。気を付けて旅をしてくださいね。

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます、気をつけます

[@tomrailton9201]

Great video Ruth. I have a tourneo that looked great when I bought it with full mot. I sold my Renault which was much older and didn't have power steering. I totally regret it. The tourneo is a complete rust box and the mot was dodgy which I found out a year later. I am going to look for a Toyota like yours now. I am also going to binge watch all your videos. Take care and stay safe. Tom.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Tom. I’ve been happy with it but have had to replace things like the alternator and some old parts. But hopefully the van will be good for a few more years now!

[@travellingone8149]

As long a your happy with it and it fulfills your needs doesn't matter what it cost....you left nothing out with your list very thorough👍

[@muireannin09]

I like your longer videos close to 30 minuter or LONGER! You are an inspiration to all Wkmen! Can’t wait to follow along with all your Scottish adventures ❣️

[@ruthaisling]

Yay! Thank you!

[@mocochan]

ルースさん、元気そうで良かった！　I’m so happy to see you on KZbin again!!

[@1919pippi]

ルースさんをまた見れて嬉しいです😍 元気そうで良かった！！ 短くても良いので、たくさん動画アップしてくれたら嬉しいです！

[@ruthaisling]

がんばります！

[@gerry8iwatson765]

I can tell you that for the spec you described in the van and the description with mileage, you got a very good deal indeed. With the four new tyres - thats top draw!!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks I’m really happy with my van! It’s been over a year since I bought it and it’s still going strong 💪

[@永塚隆志]

新しいバンライフの始まりですね☺️ルースさんの今までの日本での経験が役に立つ時ですね👍ルースさんの理想のキャンピングカーに仕上げて楽しいバンライフをスタートしてください😉

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。今までの経験がすべて生かされます。

[@タイワンリス]

時々映るスコットランドの自然がすばらしい!　アーニーが映える。立って生活できて、すでにキャンピングカー仕様というのは合理的で気持ちがいい。いい買い物だったと思います。憧れの気持ちが出てきた。私は車のDIYは関心がないですが、自然の中にアーニーやルースさんがいる回は毎回見ると思いますよ。日本の時と違って、ルースさんだけが写っている映像は清々しい。気持ちがいい。

[@ruthaisling]

動画をご覧いただき、ありがとうございます。これからもスコットランドに関する動画をよろしくお願いします。

[@bigphilswheels]

Hi again Ruth. One of the options Terry was looking at doing before he got I'll, was widening the bed across to the worktop. He was planning to make a couple of boxes that fitted into the alley way and then make new cushion for it. When Ernie and Terry went to Benidorm in it, Terry slept in the walkway, in a sleeping bag! Never again, he said! Anyway, really enjoying your blogs and hope to see many more. Cheers, 👍👍

[@ruthaisling]

The boxes are a great idea, I hadn't thought of that. Thank you so much for telling me! Maybe I'll be saying the same after a night on the floor 😂

[@bigphilswheels]

I'm glad to help. If I can think of anymore useless pieces of information about the van, I'll let you know. Just so happy to see Terry's pride and joy being used and loved. Cheers,👍 👍

[@カズ藤沢]

スコットランドのこと 知らないので これからの旅が楽しみです♪ 運転気をつけて頑張ってください！

[@ruthaisling]

応援ありがとうございました。

[@kimkim-zk9et]

ルースさんと相棒のアーニーに会えて嬉しいです。前の2台で培ったD IＹを活かして旅に出るまでも是非紹介してください。

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございました。

[@deanstirling2089]

Wonderful! An absolute bargain and very well described and documented. Health to enjoy!🙂🙏

[@chrish4544]

Thank you so much for this video, I've been looking at buying a van for the past few months, but the costs even to buy an empty van have skyrocketed even since the start of the year, even before thinking about conversion costs! So now I'm looking at ones already converted so this video is super helpful to know what to look out for, thank you 😊

[@ruthaisling]

I'm glad it was helpful for you! Good luck with your purchase!

[@tomoko4667]

You made a good purchase 100%. Camper van prices have gone up a lot during the pandemic and someone I work with got more money than he paid when he sold his van recently. The insurance you paid is reasonable too considering it has breakdown cover. I hope you never need it but it’s essential travelling around remote areas of Scotland…..! Looking forward to your next episode 😊

[@ruthaisling]

That's great to know! Yes, the insurance did seem a lot at that time when I paid, but as you say, it'll be reassuring to have the breakdown cover 👍

[@quit2rjit957]

何となく分かりました…多分😉 これからプチ旅するんですね♪ 気をつけて楽しんで下さいね。

[@charliefox7482]

This was very helpful as I’m planning a move soon and selling my current vehicle. Shipping it is just too expensive. So your video really gave me a lot of information. Thank you!

[@delilahboa]

Brilliant, informative video Ruth, safe travels, we adore Scotland and LOVE your channel xx

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much! 😊 🙏

[@jamesreilly8455]

I think that was a fantastic price to pay for the van. It looks brilliant. Looking forward to following your adventures with Ernie 👍

[@上-i5g]

I’m so happy that I got to see you again. It's so exciting.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching the video!

[@illphysh]

I bought a panel van 3 years ago for 4k with much higher milage and have spent around 3k to convert it. I cant stand up in it but it has been amazing for our family adventures. The prices for vans suitable for conversion and campervans have sky-rocketed since, so I think you have made a great deal with the price you paid. Also it is 90% done, so by spending another 1-3k with some lithium batteries, 12v electrics and a fridge, it should be pretty complete. Looking forward to the improvements. Subscribed.

[@ruthaisling]

Your van sounds great! Yes hopefully I'll get some 12v electrics installed in the next few months!

[@TheEddyrose1]

I've beem watching several of your latest videos and this is it! I'm doing it! I have lots of time now to travel all over Europe since my wife passed away and a Van like yours will do it for me, I am selling my Renault and will definitely get a Toyota, I had a small one before and never had any problems with it. Thanks for sharing, love your videos and looking forward to many more!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you and good luck getting a van!

[@MrRocketguitar]

You already seem to have two batteries one maybe a leisure battery. Is your fridge already connected electrically? Seems you found a genuine seller who was happy to help you. Good luck

[@johnclankie324]

Hi Ruth I’m playing catch-up as I only found your channel a couple of days ago, your van is ideal and with a few modifications will be great, most of which will have been done as I’m 6 months behind. Enjoying your videos well done. Cheers Mike🍷

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Mike, I am really happy with the van. Always so much that can be done but it's definitely liveable with all the modifications I've made so far

[@janeburton7647]

Hi Ruth - Very helpful info! Thanks for sharing! It’s useful data for no matter where we live internationally. Wish you all the best with it. Cheers!

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@curleycale8274]

Sounds like a great bargain to me. Like you I have a strong preference for Toyotas, so reliable. Hope you love it

[@ruthaisling]

So far it's been a great wee van!

[@JACK2229able]

いい買い物しましたね、ほとんど改造する必要がないですし、日本でもその値段では 買えないと思います。ボディの色もスコットランドにぴったりです😃

[@ruthaisling]

バンを気に入っていただけてうれしいです。

[@JohnSmith-dn6fk]

Enjoy your travels Ruth,

[@0HARE]

You did your homework and it paid off. That’s a very nice camper van, even though it needs some work. Happy Camping!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks 👍

[@矢畑徳昭]

ルースさん久しぶりです。日本中をサニーで旅しているのを楽しみにしてよく見ていました。今度はスコットランドの旅楽しみにしています。・・・・・nono

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます！スコトランドの映像も楽しみにしていてください。

[@carolhughes312]

Great deal I think. I love the simplistic set up.

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

Very thorough check list - well done. Nice van. Good price too.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks, it was a good find!

[@davidjones6470]

Great upload Ruth, Really enjoying your journey, bloody brilliant channel,

[@greennarrowboater707]

Hi Ruth , great video , can't wait to see your adventures ! After a lot of searching I bought a Hiace yesterday , I pick it up next week , I can't wait and some of the things you have mentioned in your video has made me even more sure I have made the right choice , thanks !

[@ruthaisling]

That's brilliant, I am glad the video was helpful! Please enjoy your new van!!

[@harutuki2777]

ルースさんを久しぶりに見ました　元気そうで何よりです。 また翔太さんとのスコットランド二人旅が見たいです お願いしますね！😀

[@ruthaisling]

動画をご覧いただき、ありがとうございます。

[@stevelansdowne]

That’s a very thorough checklist.

[@ruthaisling]

Better to be safe than sorry

[@Rebla01]

Cracking deal!! you were lucky there, well done.

[@sallyniehaus473]

Brilliant price, thanks for the video, it was very helpful to me

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching!

[@40YonZero]

いい車を買ったと思います。 これからの行かれる旅先の情報を楽しみにしています。

[@ruthaisling]

ご視聴ありがとうございました。

[@shelltoosanpo]

Hi, Ruth. Your new journey is finally starting. I've been waiting for seeing you again in KZbin. Could you show me to your homeland of Scotland. I look forward to traveling with you in a campervan in UK in my imagination.

[@ruthaisling]

I'll be sharing lots of Scotland videos so please look forward to it!

[@hideonagatomo5350]

赤い車と赤いジャケット。相変わらず画像センス良いですね。

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。

[@Jane-he4xx]

Excellent... you're living the dream (my dream!). Would LOVE to be brave enough to take off like that! Happy St Andrew's Day from your Irish followers!

[@ruthaisling]

It's a lot of fun travelling in the van! Thanks!

[@waqarhaidry2321]

Hello Ruth, nice to see you here. In my opinion,it is a very good deal to have a great journey with this cool red queen☺. Your detailed explanation about your purchase and your attention to every aspect is very impressive. I wish you the best of luck with your new channel.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Waqar!

[@martyncleaver3961]

That’s a very good price, We paid a lot more 4 years ago for the same year Hiace but it is a Devon conversion with water tank and leisure battery👍

[@ruthaisling]

That's great you already have a water tank and leisure battery!

[@tyanohi]

良い買い物でした。今後の活躍を楽しみにしています。

[@hideonagatomo5350]

中間業者の利益が無く個人売買のリスクを考えた金額からすると、妥当且つかなりお買い得な金額ですね。 C-ListをDLしました、ありがとうです。1-2週間以上車内生活をするという点から考えるキャンパー生活には、身長と車高、調理とシャワーの水と暖房・エネルギーの重要度が今までの動画からも、十分伝えて頂いており実際に購入とのことで改めて理解が深くなりました。 動画のテンポや画角、アングルがとても見やすく西成の自販機あたりからずーっと見させていただいています。

[@ruthaisling]

嬉しいコメントをありがとうございます。このリストがあなたのお役に立てれば幸いです。西成の自販機以来、3年以上前の話ですが、ご覧いただきありがとうございます！

[@nissanossan]

スコットランドを沢山見たいです 沢山紹介してください、ルースさんが元気で嬉しいです！

[@ruthaisling]

スコットランドの素敵な映像が作れるように頑張ります。

[@parrmark41cm]

これからは、ショータと一緒にスコットランドトリップですね。 楽しみにしてます！

[@kiyohirokamei1035]

Hi Ruth, congratulations on buying a camper. I'm rooting for you.！！ FROM JYAPAN

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!

[@michaelhill7632]

Really good video. Highly informative. Also liked your trip to the Shetlands. Looking forward to more. Regards, Mike from Germany.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Mike!

[@robertmackay3795]

Just to add one important check and that is timing belt,an often forgotten item

[@ruthaisling]

I believe it was changed before I purchased it!

[@IamaHaley]

That's a good point very good point Regards Haley

[@marcniepold1930]

I am thinking of buying a secondhand campervan and this has been really helpful, thank you. Good luck with your travels....looking forward to following your adventures.

[@ruthaisling]

That's great to hear it was help Marc, thanks!

[@gordonmculloch4904]

It sounds like a reasonable price. Hopefully it will take you on many joyful adventures. 👍

[@ロンさん-i9x]

理想のキャンピングカーが見つかって良かったですね👍

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。

[@simonjohnson4521]

Japanese cars vans are 100% most reliable motors, hands down, Hiace van are very sort after sadly can be harder to find used parts for in the UK as high prices are paid from dealers to export them rather than break them, On the plus side they very rarely go wrong 😊, its brilliant that you seemed to had a good experience with the seller. But would not recommend ,giveing cash before hand to any seller, sadly there are lots of scammers out there, same thing happened to my friend, he lost 1k on a deposit for a car that probably never existed-owed by the scammer, so people beware, would recommend leaving it though pay pay if anyone feels the instant need to secure a purchase, then your cash will be protected-refunded if the worse should happen..great content Ruth and the Van ❤it

[@ruthaisling]

Good advice, thanks!

[@hyotannonejiro4737]

さすがですね、ルースさんの金銭感覚は銀行レベルです。

[@ruthaisling]

前世は銀行の支店長だったのかもしれません(笑)

[@橋本泰輔-p5t]

ルースさんお久しぶり！お元気そうで何よりです！貴女のファンです。アーニー「超かわいい」素敵なお買い物ができましたね！スコットランドの素晴らしい自然と貴女の楽しい毎日を楽しみにしています。

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます！アーニーを気に入っていただけてうれしいです。スコットランドの素敵な映像が作れるように頑張ります。

[@しろくまじい]

ルースさんテキパキしていてすごいです！ 警察バス改造の経験がここで生きてくるとは思いませんでしたw トヨタハイエースは安定した性能で日本では広く支持されているのでgood choiceだと思います。

[@ruthaisling]

警察バスの改造は、豊富な知識を学ぶことができました。素晴らしい経験でしたし、一生役立つスキルを学ぶことができました。

[@doug2078]

You did your homework !! Nice buy !!

[@孫六チャンネル]

ルース頑張ってるね良い動画を上げてください楽しみにしてまーす

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます！今後の動画も楽しみにしていてください。

[@123tanuki]

I've been watching it since my time in Japan. I think the price was just right. The second battery is safe and highly functional if you build it yourself with a LiFe battery. I'm looking forward to the pictures and report of the van's trip in the UK.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, yes a LiFe battery would be great!

[@ayahama1971]

Amaizing,your new project. Now I am building a camper van in belgium. This summer we are going to sweeden.

[@ruthaisling]

That sounds amazing, I've always wanted to visit Sweden. Good luck with your project and hav a great trip!

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Hi Rith, you definately had a good deal, the campervan looks in good condition and that extra height in roof is great.

[@ruthaisling]

It really makes a big difference to me being able to stand up inside

[@2483coco]

素晴らしい人生の始まり、素晴らしい映画製作者、視聴者を楽しませ、壮観になるのに十分です。カジュアルな作品、ドローン映像の挿入まで見るのが楽しみです...

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。ドローンで撮影したスコットランドはとても美しいので、ドローンの映像をたくさん撮ってみようと思います。

[@martinjones2397]

That’s a good price for a campervan in the UK at the moment, seems an honest well presented van looking forward to seeing your travels.

[@ruthaisling]

That's good to hear!

[@apr2642]

Good choice-datoomoimasu❣️😊

[@joloy5394]

You are happy Ruth, so it is priceless. The interior is a bit sterile, but you will make it nice :o)

[@ninetyfaith8830]

Yes! It is a good deal, good job Ruth❤

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you 🙏

[@geordiegeorge9041]

A very good deal.

[@munemune]

you are right!

[@martykong3592]

:) THANKS MUCH for sharing! LOVE your Van! WELL DONE indeed! Hard to find here in America, let alone a High Top one! ALL the BEST and Cheers from across the Pond! :)

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much!

[@markrenfrow9873]

I think you got a great deal ! 4 years ago I bought a '09 Chevy shuttle bus, with 190k miles, diesel powered. Paid 6500 usd. Now Has 217k miles. Also now has 800 watt solar, 3-100ah lithium batteries, 30 gal fresh water, 2500 watt inverter charger, 12k btu mini split heat/cooling, induction cooktop. 2 large and 1 smaller engine repairs bring my total investment to less than 17k usd. Still changing things as we go.We can boondock 7 days comfortably, have averaged 2 months a year in "Serenity". Can say it's been a blast.

[@ruthaisling]

That sounds like a brilliant set up you have!

[@naonao4414]

ル―スさん、お久しぶりです。😂良い買い物ですね🎉

[@ruthaisling]

お久しぶりの登場です。買ってよかったと思います。

[@mysurlytrucker7510]

My important thing would be how well the eng runs especially that it doesn't overheat, after that it would be rust ,then the conversion.

[@ruthaisling]

Great advice, thanks

[@kominkadiy]

Wow I didn't think that's HIACE. Nice choice.

[@TRC412]

Hello Ruth, this type of car is often used as an ambulance in Japan.I think it's a good purchase because of the high interior height.I'm looking forward to the evolution from here👍

[@ruthaisling]

Did you watch the video when we did the van swap with Cheeky Cheeky Bang Bang? I think it was the same size of vehicle, it's a good size!

[@ほりん-g8e]

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[@davidglassford2194]

Hi Ruth looks a lovely van & very good for price. Be even better when you add your other needs & make it your home on wheels 👍🏻

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks David, yes it would be great to get an electric system up and running, then it would be perfect!

[@thedullone]

Thanks for the info, now onto the adventures please.

[@hectordetectorist6919]

That seems like a great deal! Good luck and I look forward to seeing how you get on .

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks!

[@Holly-kk4nz]

Loved this video. Very informative.

[@のぶを-b4j]

ルースさんの動画見つけた〜！！ 元気そうで、なによりです！ ショータと、合流してほしいな❤

[@ruthaisling]

動画をご覧いただき、ありがとうございます！

[@yokoscott4836]

Good deal !! Congratulations 🎉

[@richH1625]

Good looking van. Good history. Good buy.

[@Dayz0747]

As expected, Mr. Ruth is a solid person! I think the amount is apt.

[@裕次中村]

久々ぶりにルースさんの姿を見れて良かったです。 良い車だと思います。 私も何年か前にルースさんのアーニーのベース車両の日本車名グランビアと言う車を所有してました。 3000ccのディーゼルでしたが。 アーニーはガソリン車ですか？ この車はほとんどトラブルもなく、乗れば乗るほどこの車の良さがわかってきますよ！ これからの旅、楽しみに日本から応援してますね。

[@ruthaisling]

同じような車両をお持ちで、良い経験をされたとのことで、何よりです。前回のバンツアーの動画で、車両のエンジンについて詳しくお伝えしましたので、ぜひご覧ください！もしかしたら、ご興味を持っていただけるかもしれません。

[@nicholasreason8379]

Where the hole are in the step it need welding could be a MOT failure

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for the advice, plan to get it checked out properly this week!

[@shineyholman6694]

I think that’s an amazing price Ruth for your new van. It looks lovely and certainly has all the space one person should need for day to day use. Slightly envious lol 😂! Enjoy it and I’ll look forward to seeing your vlogs about your travels in it! Kindest regards

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Shiney!

[@shineyholman6694]

@@ruthaisling hey. Just keep on keeping on. You’ll be fine and as I said before…. Slightly envious!! Vlogs please ma’am! 😎

[@colinhowarth311]

Hello Ruth welcome Home ,I am new to your videos but looking forward to seeing your road trip around Scotland ,we are a married couple who live in Manchester, we been refitting a classic (old😊 motorhome) we are looking forward to a road trip to Scotland maybe next year . Ps think you have a lovely campervan and a great buy looking forward to seeing you video's .cheers Col and Carol

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Colin, good luck with your conversion project! I'm sure it's tough but it'll be worth it!

[@ポンキポンキ]

Nice to meet you, Ruth. I'm Hitomi. Ernie is a nice camper. I am looking forward to my trip to Scotland. I have been living in Malaysia since 2016. Temporary return to Japan is one month each in spring and autumn. From January 2023, I am traveling around Japan in a camper. バイバイ(^.^)/~~~

[@ruthaisling]

Wow, that's great. Please enjoy your campervan trip!

[@susieheckles]

I bought a campervan and it had a low metal skirt all around it. I would never have bought it if I’d been aware of how it would be permanently scratching against pavements etc 👍🏻

[@cherylkaye]

This was a brilliant, and very helpful video. I think you got a really good deal on the van. I know it needs a few things doing but even with those I think it was a bargain. Looking forward to seeing your adventures.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@bettyourcampervan]

You have a bargain there compared to the inflated prices of some dealers! Another geeat video Ruth ❤

[@ruthaisling]

That's great to know!

[@bettyourcampervan]

@@ruthaisling 👌

[@mangle40]

In shock at your price! And red!!!

[@borisvondoofenschmirtz3488]

Great deal

[@Daniel-yg4fp]

I’ve heard the non turbo diesel is the best engine I’d like a hiace as well if you know you know good on ya for finding a belta

[@G660-mikan]

日本語ペラペラのルースさんを見慣れてて、今回の動画は世界向けだからか英語で話してて、でも日本語訳がついてて、新鮮で勉強にもなります😆 キャンピングカーと訳されてるけど、キャンパーバンと言われてますよね？世界的にはCamperVanが標準なんでしょうか…。てっきりモーターホームた思い込んでました🤭

[@ruthaisling]

英語では「campervan」、「motorhome」、「RV」と言います。 キャンピングカーはカタカナの日本語で、英語ではこの言葉は使いません。 日本語字幕が役に立ってよかったです。

[@philkfoto]

I think that was a very fair price. Looking forward to more of your videos.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching

[@aliheadington3764]

Toyota Hi Ace are also popular in NZ for the backpackers & tourists that come here from all over the globe, great video Ruth, interesting food for thought for us oldies too that will embark on belated travels - better late than never 🤙

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching, I remember seeing lots of Toyota Hiaces in NZ when I lived there!

[@IamaHaley]

It's a fantastic price because you are happy that has great value and is more important than money it looks great load's of potential some led lighting is a must in my appinion Regards Haley

[@ruthaisling]

LED lights are a great idea, thanks!

[@bmpeers]

good deal!