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Borgholzhausen resident builds 'Star Cruiser' — a self-sufficient motorhome based on Mercedes

04.06.2026 03:14 1 min 2 sources
Haller Kreisblatt DEU + 1 more
Borgholzhausen resident builds 'Star Cruiser' — a self-sufficient motorhome based on Mercedes
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In Brief

Thomas Höcker from Borgholzhausen, with 40 years of vehicle conversion experience, has created a fully autonomous motorhome called 'Star Cruiser' on a Mercedes base. Meanwhile, Joachim Reim from Harsewinkel converted an old DHL van into a unique mobile home for trips with his wife and dog.

In the German town of Borgholzhausen, Thomas Höcker, who has spent 40 years converting vehicles, has built a fully self-sufficient motorhome on a Mercedes base. The project, named 'Star Cruiser', is the culmination of decades of experience, during which he has converted numerous vehicles from VW T2 to American models.

At the same time, in Harsewinkel, former postal worker Joachim Reim independently converted an old DHL van into a motorhome. This mobile home, designed for traveling with his wife and dog, stands out at every campsite.

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A Dream for Campers: Borgholzhausen Resident Has Been Converting Motorhomes for 40 Years

10.04.2026 Haller Kreisblatt DEU

Starship: Borgholzhausen resident builds self-sufficient motorhome

10.04.2026 Neue Westfälische DEU

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