Camper Conversion & Valuation for VRT

pjcarrow

Hi,

I have just bought a van and plan to convert, pay VRT and register as camper.

The rules for conversion according to the RSA are fairly simple:
http://www.rsa.ie/Documents/Vehicle%20Testing/Motor%20Caravan%20Testing/FAQ%20-%20motor%20caravan%20testing.pdf

My thoughts are to convert just enough to register (no back windows, wiring etc).

My question is:

If I keep the conversion as simple as possible will this result in a lower valuation for VRT?

My hope is it will. Once registered as a camper I can add to it as I can afford it.

Any experiences with doing similar greatly appreciated.

Any info on the valuation process greatly appreciated. Is it a science or a black art?

thanks
PJ

niloc1951

pjcarrow wrote: »

Hi,

I have just bought a van and plan to convert, pay VRT and register as camper.

The rules for conversion according to the RSA are fairly simple:
http://www.rsa.ie/Documents/Vehicle%20Testing/Motor%20Caravan%20Testing/FAQ%20-%20motor%20caravan%20testing.pdf

My thoughts are to convert just enough to register (no back windows, wiring etc).

My question is:

If I keep the conversion as simple as possible will this result in a lower valuation for VRT?

My hope is it will. Once registered as a camper I can add to it as I can afford it.

Any experiences with doing similar greatly appreciated.

Any info on the valuation process greatly appreciated. Is it a science or a black art?

thanks
PJ

It's a black art for sure.
Trick is to do just enough to qualify, the lower the value THEY put on the finished product the lower the VRT, it's 13.5% of what THEY say it's worth.
Once it's registered as a motor caravan and VRT'd you can then add the finishing touches.

StupidLikeAFox

You might have to put in back windows:
"It would be expected that the living accommodation space in the rear compartment would have side windows"

http://www.revenue.ie/en/importing-vehicles-duty-free-allowances/guide-to-vrt/conversions/specific-vehicles.aspx