Volvo 4x4 C202 "Laplander Camper".

[@TZY206]

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!!!!!

[@TZY206]

Oh and he added new tech on top of that!

[@iulian844]

I enjoyed this very much. No boring intros, no annoying music, nothing more than exactly what it is. Very beautiful home. ❤

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@iulian844]

@@VolvoLaplanderCamper That would be lovely!

[@bradnovlesky8764]

The pictures of your younger self in the van were awesome 👏

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks, maybe someone will recognize the younger version of me 😀

[@aaronwilcox6417]

This is how vehicles should be built. Simple, affordable and not over-teched with electronics and useless junk

[@ErinJoy-wd3cx]

The emaculate care u have kept this in for 30 years is unbelievable ! Also, really enjoyed the throwback pics !

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks.

[@falkerjones8249]

I can only imagine how tough this would have been to sell. I'd imagine the new owner will treasure it. Great video!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

It sold by health reson.

[@hgj2019]

@@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.🙂

[@ValpChasingTrails]

@@falkerjones8249 we have taken it over and get it ready for big adventures :)

[@sarcasmunlimited1570]

That was a very "no nonsense" presentation.

[@enyaisrave2831]

😆👌

[@Adiscretefirm]

I like Swedish KZbin if this is it

[@davisoregon1]

***No frills, direct, and to the points of this Volvo mh***

[@jnotlog7040]

Just like his shorts. 🤣

[@deedee1942]

​@@jnotlog7040 😂😂good observation , short n sweet for his age .

[@CrankyGrandma]

Best RV video I’ve seen. To the point, no annoying chatter. Which I prefer. I really like the simplicity of the RV

[@gavincutler8889]

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!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

They are only use when sleeping in cold night for less condensation.

[@lisaphares2286]

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.

[@suzannetai132]

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!

[@ComeJesusChrist]

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.

[@crxdelsolsir]

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.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks a lot.

[@2002guy]

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.

[@marissaalonzo7997]

Honestly, one of the best, well- thought out kitchen, bed, eating area combos I've ever seen. So smart!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thank's a lot this living combo I made 1991 for first long trip and it's later rebuilded one time.

[@brandywineblogger1411]

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.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

It looks bigger on video but old vw are infact longer, this is only 4 meter.

[@rrochsr]

Du har verkligen använt alla lediga ytor väl! snyggt du skulle kunna lära moderna husbils byggare mycket. kul!

[@JloLok]

Особенно туалетное ведро😂😂😂

[@klaus-rogerbenuar3687]

I've never seen a motorhome with so many compartments and storage options, congratulations on that

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks a lot!

[@catalin-ap]

Such a rare thing to have a unique retro vehicle as a camper. Stunning!

[@oeo061]

I just love the low tech angleometer in the middle of the dashboard...

[@eugeniaskelley5194]

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.

[@KJensenStudio]

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.

[@karl1677x]

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!

[@mikegaffney8005]

wow I want one, best camper I have seen and the gent looks like he loves it.

[@kosanja5073]

One of the best camping car for a minimal camping life. Good luck.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks!

[@SeepreeAiyer-z6t]

Best mobile home I have ever seen. I loved his toilet. Made me laugh so much. I was also smiling as he showed so many options to create a place to rest or sleep. The bigger the mobile home, the scarier it looks & uninviting to live in. You want a mobile home, why drag a huge proper home all over the roads! Travel light should be the motto. You can't live without washing machine, proper kitchen, beds, T. V. etc., travel via train or bus or plane & rent a room in a motel or whatever. Don't waste fuel on traveling in huge mobile homes! 😊

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thank you so much for the nice comments💯

[@kieferngruen]

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!

[@disgruntledconservativevet1798]

That is a nice RV. I would like something like that for road trips. It’s small and easy to get around in.

[@woodrowcall3269]

This has got to be one of the coolest off road camping vehicles I’ve ever seen. Greetings from 🇺🇸

[@chris53378]

Absolutely incredible vibe this dude gives off throughout the entire tour

[@kimdawcatgirl]

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!

[@ToddSikking]

Clever use of space and I'll bet it will bring many new memories for the new owner.

[@massimilianoguidarelli4739]

My friend, you have found a simplicity and happiness

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks.

[@ohenyikeng3666]

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。

[@klausmoller3631]

A great unique piece, so small but so functional. Beautifully maintained, this car is fantastic!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks a lot!

[@ymondragon1858]

Loved the simplicity and versatility of the set up! Also a minimalist. 😊👏

[@sdwndr66]

I really like this little turbo diesel camper/van/truck 4x4. Thank you for sharing these video's!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks!

[@zekelucente9702]

From the pictures it looks like he’s owned it for many years and still enjoys it.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Sold after 31 years

[@zekelucente9702]

@@VolvoLaplanderCamper that’s a nice run and he maintained it so well the next owner is sure to have many enjoyable years with it.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

@@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.

[@saleemmalik490]

Excellent use of space.Very practical. Many places are too windy or wet,or both for a tent.Welldone,sir.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks , and many countries were and are not safe to camp and use tents.

[@chrisonYTtour]

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 👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@Eva-li2pe]

This is a nice camper, smaller than my car but very functional. Extremely convenient to zip through. Thank you for showing!

[@ИгорьБаранчуков-в9я]

Замечательный Вольво. Минимализм в лучшем качестве. Особенно приятно, что автор с авто живут и путешествуют многие годы - это редкость. Уважение автору.

[@DieselLinus.]

Jo, han ska prata. Jag vill höra allt om bygget. Fantastiskt fint bygge👍👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Bilen har gått här nere i Småland och på utlandet de senaste 31 åren men är nu hos nya ägare i Karlstad.

[@DieselLinus.]

@@VolvoLaplanderCamper Det lät även som bilen fått en Peugeot diesel👍👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

@@DieselLinus. Stämmer, indenor xd3te dvs 2,5l med intercooler och den lite mindre turbon, sen för utv sitter m47 med 0.8 och fd51 med 1:1 och axlarna har fått 5.38 med lamelldiff. Så motor till hjul är samma utv som på en vanlig volvo. Eller om man jämför med en valp ca 45%

[@DieselLinus.]

@@VolvoLaplanderCamper Vilket lyckat och genomtänkt bygge👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

@@DieselLinus. Tackar, just denna bil startade nog upp "overlandning trenden " dvs att bygga terrängående husbilar av tgb vilket folk tyckte man var galen som gjorde, men tiderna ändras. Jag hade två andra bilar tidigare och den första var en kraftigt ombyggd 145 som gick många europa turer och 3 turer till arabländerna den andra bygget en normal husbus för europa men sen åter till lilla formatet och terränggående.

[@JohnTurner313]

Very nice! Not sure why everyone is complaining about the audio. I understood everything just watching.

[@angelawu834]

Wow! It's so cool, I love it and really want to have one. It's just like a mini armoured car

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

The old first version design of this car from the 50th was a armoured militeary car, but this is a modern version from redesigne late 70th.

[@johnfleury5430]

Very well organized everything you need is there a bit small but the size got advantages take care be safe enjoy your summer

[@sr.diablo8549]

This video seems like a kick in the mouth for all the environmentalists of the new world who buy real spaceships built with a thousand stupid things for camping, and that cost fortunes. Simplicity as always is the way.

[@coops1964]

What a brilliant little camper! Well done sir. Another subscriber from England.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks

[@tawnyschlienz9063]

I noticed your last name. My grandfather was a Osterholm. His father came over to the US when he was young. Grandfather grew up in Upper Michigan. Then moved to NE Minnesota in the 50s. I wonder if you are a distant relative. Would be interesting to find out one day. I really enjoyed your video. It's interesting to know this gentleman has had this rig for 40 years. He doesn't even look like he's old enough to have had it for 40 years. Love that he shared it for this video. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

My family comes from Södermanland south of Stockholm, a parish called Sorunda. Grandfather Sven, his father Anders Olof and his father Anders Peter from Stigtomta när Nyköping born 1832.

[@adriaandoelman2577]

its in such good condition, half the comment section seems to think its brand new! 👍 i love it!

[@robgindc1]

Nice build! I love the size, compact but roomy, and it looks very off-road capable. Enjoy, safe travels. ♥️🙏

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Yes I wish the new owner all luck.

[@_Briegel]

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.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@Flatability]

It must be sad to sell after 31 years, but thanks for sharing this video. An amazing vehicle.

[@harrymorgan5902]

Simple but has everything you need. Vehicle has clearly been looked after too! 😊

[@OLH3rd]

What a great personal RV!! Surprisingly spacious and well thought out.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks!

[@paulfmurphy617]

Best use of a small space I've seen.

[@Barbarellacapsule]

A truly Cherished Camper that Holds Lots of Fond memories❤

[@napeekapunpimtongnara9111]

I really have to tell you that your camping car and equipment looks very good and beautiful.

[@oxennguyen3148]

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❤❤❤

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@胡二-w9v]

This is not only a cool tiny home, but a life partner of you. You are a lucky guy!

[@mauibuilder1239]

Minimalist's dream rig...amazingly functional and maneuverable!

[@L-Anded]

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.

[@patriciaseewald]

Bonjour, votre camping car compact est génial.👏👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks!

[@narissabond6133]

Great presentation. Not fancy but very well designed. Perfect for camping!

[@eastfrisian_88]

Wow! A very well thought-out interior, I'd be up for taking a trip in this Volvo right away! 😍 At that time, the cars were built to last.

[@hgj2019]

What a great rig! I know you enjoyed it many years. Thanks for sharing.

[@susanamartin603]

I love your camper, this camper.!.❤

[@markgardiner1767]

Neat little expedition truck👍💖. With compliments from outback AUSTRALIA .

[@RMChannel21]

Enjoying a trip with the Volvo Cross Country C202 is truly enjoyable

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks but new owners now.

[@christophermatubang2343]

I've seen a lot of camper vans but this is one of the most beautiful ones I've seen. Newly subscriber watching from the Philippines

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Mabuhay!

[@mkflack74]

We do a lot of four wheel camping in the mountains,I would kill for this rig!!

[@andymunnings9109]

"Personally? I think you were very smart. You did something marvelous in a limited space. It is an achievement, and? I congratulate you on your design." 👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks it's an old build, not like camper cars are build nowdays, but it have work good.

[@walterscuro7590]

Stupendo, non tanto il mezzo , che è un piccolo gioiello , ma il fatto che sia un mezzo che ami da quando sei giovane e non hai piu abbandonato, un amore che ti invidio . Con tanti soldi puoi avere tutto , ma non la gioia della tua gioventù!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

So true!

[@marcusrobertsson1898]

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.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@computerjantje]

I LOVE the smartness of this mini camper. So very very pratical. And very pretty on the outside.

[@Society.x.]

Fantastic filming of a fantastic camper perfect in so many ways

[@adrianrouse5148]

Done a nice job with the old volvo. A mate of mine has one with the canvas back. He also has a volvo bv.

[@aggiea7618]

So versatile... Enough sleep options 😊 I'd love to have a camper van like this

[@evshrug]

People convert decommissioned Postal delivery trucks into campers like this.

[@ociepa5521]

Minimaliste , très bien conçu pour deux personnes maximum , une bouille peu commune , j'aime bien ce mini camping car de plus je pense qu'il est 4 roues motrices et passe partout , le bruit de roulage est extrêmement faible , garder bien se véhicule qui est unique 👍

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Merci beaucoup pour ce gentil retour, très apprécié !

[@alexlopez-yr7qd]

Hello from Dallas, TX. Just love ❤ that little Volvo camper. I've had two Volvo wagons my self and they were like a tank. you have it set up way better than a five star room hotel 🛏️ good luck and it looks excellent 👌👍.

[@valentinaselvaticaceleste]

This was the best presentation in silence 😊 thaks it's Beautiful

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

You have more on my canal this is a nice drive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWSYd6yQnJKUmbM

[@sabrinapittsley2304]

Very impressive. I wish we had something like this in the USA.

[@gene_takavic57]

Nice rig! No wasted space.

[@ChrisWinter-l1o]

well now, I live in eastern Canada and actually owned a Laplander! Bought it in university for the cool factor, but realized that living going to school out of province made the trip home too long as the top speed was pretty low! Eventually I found the 'van ' top and the PTO winch from another Laplander and much later traded it to a friend for a 240 estate. I still miss it but its new owner has loved it more than I ever could. Apparently the Nova Scotia Power corporation had bought them to access remote parts of the provinces power system. They sold them off later to the public. Between myself and its new owner it now has a B20 dual sidedraft engine and different Dana diffs to improve top speed.. The mechanic in Nova Scotia who was a former Volvo tech called it the "Swedish Tank"! Greetings from Prince Edward Island Canada and thanks for the memories!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Was that not the old militery version with b18 and lower 1.36 gearing in transfercase? Mine was the later from production 78-80 with b20 and gear for rod use with 1:1 in transfercase. "240 is a better alternativ for long runs. I had in the 80 before my c202 an volvo 145 with 70 cm extended roof and rebuild for offroad desart driving, "a one person camper" did 3 long trips to arabian with it and a lot of euro trips have visit all countrys on this sid of eart only missed albania and portogale. Here is a photo on google map of the 145 offroad version camper. maps.app.goo.gl/Rcy3wk7Efxwe37SW9 nowday a famus camp stop on way to mount sinai/sant chatrine

[@AandB1998]

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.

[@Radio4ManLeics]

Fantastic condition for a 40 year old vehicle. Nice fitting out too.

[@Afrocanuk]

This Volvo C202 look much better & practical than the ugly land-whale SUV's & Crossovers on the roads today.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

I'm agree: This is a Suburb Utility Vehicle nowdays SUV are Shopping Utility Vehicle😁

[@mtbdirtcamping]

Awesome rig! I love Volvos.

[@CapoGamingYT]

I wish every video was like this, no talking about all the features, just show us like this guy did.

[@aaarauz1]

ever try mute?

[@somethingfromk6816]

I was admiring this beauty in Helsinki last summer. It was parked at one of my favourite spots!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

It was the new owner that has been in North Cape.

[@bobabooey4537]

Excellent design with comfort options for such a small space and well looked after.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks!

[@butterflybeatles]

Reminds me of the 1960s, when cut-off jeans were quite popular.

[@AB-C1]

Excellent minimalist design layout flexible. -Given the small space it's pretty good. I'd like it for a Weekend camper great stuff! Quirky old volvo, but I like it, nice build/renovation, looks brand new outside. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@sharonc3119]

The seating/sleeping area is genius!

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

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.

[@CJMVector321190]

Reminds me of a Landrover 101 conversion i saw recently. They had swapped out the engine also to boost efficiency. Cracking.

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Thanks for watching and commenting, this volvo c202 camper is much smaller than LR 101 . LR have same size as the bigger brother volvo c303, both also very nice cars for campers.

[@bos6782]

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

[@ravent3016]

He must have had many adventures in this handy camper. :)

[@lindseymckirdy1830]

Beautiful when function defines form. This looks almost perfect. There are few places where one can truly off road but a on road version of this would be amazing. I wonder what the cost is?

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

It work good on road and are gear ration for highway and good fouel economy.

[@lindseymckirdy1830]

@@VolvoLaplanderCamper I’m going to start looking for one I like the minimalist style

[@cemaldolanbay1559]

Must be expencive

[@pgwalling6478]

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?

[@VolvoLaplanderCamper]

Perheps irresistible charm. 😉

[@rebecagrau7089]

I love it, great presentation. I like that it was a simple use of things. Not so much fuss. I would love to buy it.

[@greybeard5774]

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 👍