What are Conversion Vans, Camper Vans or Class B Motorhomes?Conversion vans (Van Conversions) are the most common name for Camper Vans (Campervans / Van Campers). Class B motorhomes are a more technical name that indicates these vans are complete motorhomes. Camper vans refer to any van equipped for use in camping. Technical people in the industry see a clear difference between conversion vans and class B motorhomes. A conversion van is a simplified camper van without as many features. A class B motorhome has all amenities typically including: . A bed or beds. A dining area . A bathroom with flush toilet and showering capability . A kitchen with sink, stove, refrigeration and storage . The van should have sufficient height for an average size man to stand fully .The entire unit is a conversion from a van chassis . The vans' size and shape allows for easy handling, regular parking and comfortable city driving The last point above is what makes Class B Motorhomes distinctly different from Class A Motorhomes or Class C Motorhomes. |
Class B motorhomes are Great West Vans sole specialty.If you are searching for information on a basic conversion vans, you should also consider our fully equipped class B motorhomes. Your purchase may qualify as a second home (in USA). This permits longer financing periods and substantial tax benefits.
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Class B Motorhomes?Class B Motorhomes are what the RV industry calls fully equipped camper vans. |
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Van Conversions?Van conversions are what most people typically call camper vans. Technically, there is a difference. Camper vans refer to any van style Recreational Vehicle (RV). Van conversions fall short of being Class B motorhomes. Class B motorhomes are built from vans and have all of a homes' amenities while van conversions lack something, typically either a functional kitchen, bathroom, or a bed. |
What are type B motorhomes?Type B motorhome is what the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) calls it. Despite this, it is rarely called this by anyone, even RVIA reps. The spelling is more commonly as all one word, motorhome, but because many spellcheckers don't recognize the word it is often broken into 2 words. |
What are van conversions?People in the industry would not recognize the term van conversion as true type B or class B motorhome. They are generally a limited conversion, often lacking components that would be fundamental to the class B. No bed, limited bathroom facilities or limited kitchen facilities would be referred to by industry people as a van conversion. End users rarely recognize this difference and often call Class B motorhomes van conversions. |
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The Class B Motorhome
Whether you are an experienced RV'er that is downsizing, or a first time RV buyer, Great West Vans provides more choices than any other van motorhome manufacturer.
Only Great West Vans offer two distinct roof designs, the aerodynamic Classic and the full sized Classic Supreme. All 5 floorplans are available in both roof designs.
The Classic Supreme with it's 6'5'' interior height has the most interior living space of any Class B Motorhome made today. The Classic with it's lower, more aerodynamic top is better suited as a second vehicle for day-to-day travel and becomes a self contained motorhome for weekends and holidays.
Great West Vans started in the early 70's and has been a model for consistency and stability. As a Canadian institution and symbol of quality and reliability we have grown for a generation to become one of the very oldest "Class B" manufacturers in North America.
Great West Vans growth has been carefully staged in order to maintain the highest quality products for our customers.
With the same ownership, consistent quality and integrity, Great West Vans have grown from a single bay to their present corporate headquarters on 15 acres of property. Plant expansions have been steady with corresponding increases in staff.
If you would like more detailed information on the Great West Vans' superior quality products, Call 866-762-3873 to share a bit about your interest and we will be happy to send you a free brochure by mail. Head to head Great West Vans will beat other manufacturers on quality, selection and value.
