vintage car camping

Small and cozy

I came across this little prankster the other day. It was in relatively good shape, with the flags hanging outside despite the sun having set. It stood outside Økern Bilauksjon in Fornebu. I had fun making a postcard where the car is virtually "photoshopped" into more beautiful surroundings. At least it was better than the space in front of the demolition-ready mass of buildings where the terminus of the Fornebu tram will one day stand.

I'm sure the little camper is good for many more trips if it gets some Tender Love and Care.

With a length of 4,5 metres, you can park like a normal car. The width of the "closet" is 2,11 and means that you can sleep across. The camping superstructure appears to be German made Hymer. In the tiny area, you get a seating area/double bed, kitchen, combined bucket cupboard and Portapotti, as well as a loft above the cab. In addition, there is plenty of cupboard space. I think there is more space in this Mitsubishi L300 than in its competitor from the same era, namely the classic Volkswagen T3 Camper Westfalia.

The petrol engine in the L300 is 1,6 liters and 65 HP (4G32) is a proper "potato engine" that was used in almost all Mitsubishi models, as well as a couple of Hyundais and Mazdas. There are plenty of spare parts to buy, not just here at home, but all over the world. Search Ebay and you will find all parts that can be sent by post.

Because in the end, part of the point of owning a vintage car is that you make a little noise yourself before you go on a trip. Unfortunately, many vintage cars end up dying because the owners never get time to drive them, or more correctly, - they never get time to drive them door. And that is the which is the advantage of a veteran camper. It is used because it fulfills practical needs, not just aimless trips.

Do not expect the greatest driving pleasure in this vehicle.