Overview
- The pair bought a compact 1990s van on impulse at an autoshow, relying on the seller’s assurances rather than a detailed check.
- The interior proved too tight for comfort, and the 1.83‑meter husband could not stand upright, making time inside uncomfortable.
- A multi-day festival without water or electricity exposed constant shuffling of gear and the limits of the small space.
- Previously undisclosed faults—including a non-working generator and a defective microwave—combined with repair, insurance, and storage bills to strain their budget.
- They sold the van to a smaller couple, recovered part of their outlay, and now take road trips by car with stays in inexpensive accommodations.