Rare Soviet-era GAZ-51 motorhome auctioned in Russia's Far East

A family from Ulan-Ude is raising six sons and traveling across Russia in a motorhome. They converted a minibus for living, have traveled over 55,000 kilometers, and visited many regions. Older children help with driving and household chores, while younger ones study remotely. The family plans to continue traveling and visit Kamchatka.

A Chinese motorhome on a Maxus V100 chassis with slide-out walls, previously typical for American models, has been introduced in Russia. The 5.99 m vehicle features a 2.0 L diesel engine (147 hp) and automatic transmission, requiring a category 'C' license. Equipment includes a 7.2 kWh lithium-ion battery, 400 W solar panels, diesel heating, air conditioning, a 142 L Thetford refrigerator, and six berths. The price in Moscow is about 5.5 million rubles turnkey, lower than European and American counterparts with similar features.

A new camper van, the Verso, built on the Sollers SF5 commercial vehicle chassis, has been introduced. It features a 150-hp diesel engine and automatic transmission. The starting price for a custom order is 6,150,000 rubles.

The Russian company Luidor has introduced a camper based on the all-wheel drive Sobol NN minibus. The vehicle accommodates four people and features a kitchen unit, sleeping areas, and a portable shower. The model targets domestic tourism and may compete with foreign alternatives.

Luidor has introduced a camper van based on the four-wheel-drive Sobol NN minibus. The vehicle features off-road body kit, sleeping space for four, a kitchen unit, and a portable shower. It is powered by a 2.5-liter turbo diesel producing 150 hp and 420 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, low-range transfer case, and rear differential lock. Water tanks and 220V external power connection support off-grid living.

Nizhny Novgorod-based company Luidor has created a motorhome based on the all-wheel-drive Sobol NN minibus. The interior includes a kitchen unit with sink, refrigerator, and stove, plus sleeping space for four people via a sofa and a roof tent. The vehicle features off-road body kit, auxiliary heater, air conditioning, and a portable shower.