Melo Villareal
Conversion vans are a hot item these days for traveling couples and small families. While these vehicles offer sound alternatives to spending money on frequent plane trips, new conversion vans may still be unaffordable to the average family. The good news is that there is an alternative to new conversion vans: pre-owned versions. Pre-owned conversion vans are arguably the trend in the conversion van market as people are looking for ways to prevent a sacrifice in comfortable road travel.
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When you think of the word conversion van, you may instantly think about the poorly done DIY models made during the early 1970s. Many of these vans were cargo vans that bands and large groups of friends converted themselves. In some cases, people even took regular carpet form a home goods store and glued it onto the floor of the van.
While the early ideas of the conversion van were innovational, this type of vehicle has come a long way since the 1970s. The idea really started coming together in the 1980s as companies offered to convert vans into more luxurious items for people to travel in. In fact, the early conversion van was a springboard for some of the features that now come standard in most larger vehicles, such as reclining seats and cup holders.
In the 1990s, the prevalence of the minivan took conversion vans into a different direction. Up until this time, conversion vans were based on large cargo vans. Some people started converting minivans during this time as a way to enjoy some of the same concepts of the conversion van, but without the traditional size and high gas mileage.
Today, there is a great deal of conversion vans available for purchase. People still have the option of buying cargo vans and minivans from dealerships and converting them into travel-size vehicles. Some of the main features include reclining seats, high-top ceilings, sofa beds and televisions. GMC conversion vans are among the most popular types of conversion vans sold on the market today.
However, buying a new conversion van isn’t the best plan for everyone. This is especially the case if you want a conversion van but can’t afford a brand-new one. The good news is that there is a wide selection of pre-owned versions for purchase. With a used conversion van, you don’t have to:
· Spend as much money
· Watch your vehicle instantly depreciate
· Spend time choosing features from scratch
· Deal with third party converting companies
As the economy slowly gets better, pre-owned conversion vans are a mainstay in many American families. Not only are they an economical way to travel, but these vans are also practical for a variety of different types of families. Parents can comfortably transport children for a family out-of-town excursion, while a couple may take the van to a campsite. Conversion vans are also ideal for retirees. Pre-owned conversion vans allow you to continue traveling without having to fork over a large amount of cash.
