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Man buys €1,500 car and converts it into a camper van for sleeping

14.01.2026 06:30 1 min 1 source
El Debate SPA

The owner purchased a used Citroën C8 for €1,500 and minimally converted it for overnight stays. He removed the rear seats, installed a two-level sleeping platform, and uses the vehicle for trips to ski resorts. The owner describes it as the best car he has ever owned.

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Man buys €1,500 car and converts it into a camper van for sleeping

14.01.2026 El Debate SPA Original source

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