Expert insurance for vintage campers built for adventure.
90-day EU travel
Up to 4 additional named drivers
Cherished number plates covered
Coverage for UK & EU club tours
Specialist Classic Camper Insurance
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Why choose Ripe for classic camper insurance?
Ripe has been arranging specialist insurance for more than two decades and is backed by an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating and a UK-based customer service team, there to offer support before, during, and after buying your insurance from Ripe.
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Cover for restored & modified classics
Cover available for accepted modifications, helping protect your vehicle as you've restored or customised it.*
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EU Cover for Up to 90 Days
Enjoy your European road trips and club tours with up to 90 days' cover per trip
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Cherished Number Plate Cover up to £10k
Financial protection for eligible cherished number plates worth up to £10k*
Classic campervan insurance to get you on the open road
Classic campervans, such as a VW camper, require specialist insurance due to their age, value and unique characteristics. Whether you own a classic Volkswagen camper or another eligible classic vehicle, specialist insurance can help provide financial protection that reflects how these vehicles are owned, maintained and enjoyed.
UK classic camper insurance by Ripe is designed for enthusiasts aged 25 to 79 and covers vehicles over 15 years old, with features including accepted modifications, up to four named drivers, and European travel for up to 90 days per trip.
What does classic camper insurance cover?
Classic camper insurance by Ripe is UK-wide and includes a range of cover options to help provide financial protection for eligible classic vans. From cover for accepted modifications and European travel, the policy is designed to reflect how these vehicles are owned and used.
Browse below to see what's included and what's not covered.
Medical expenses (£500 per person)
Personal accident benefits
Personal belongings (£300)
Loss of keys & replacement locks (£500)
Child seat cover (£150)
Inflatable storage device (£500)
Foreign use within the EU (up to 90 days per trip)
Club tours in the UK and EU
Regularity rallies in the UK
Registration plates & cherished number plates (up to £10k)
Permanently fitted tracking equipment (up to £500)
Dismantled parts & modifications (subject to acceptance)
Up to four additional named drivers
Towing & national coverage of storage locations
Commuting use available (subject to policy limits)
Discount for eligible classic car club members
Driving other cars
Trailers
Regularity rallies outside the UK
Racing, time trials and similar competitive events
Certain modifications
Storage in the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Northern Ireland
Commuting over 3,000 miles or beyond the annual mileage limit
*Subject to policy terms, conditions and acceptance where applicable.
For full policy wording and details on what is and isn’t covered under a modern classic car insurance policy, visit the Important Documents.
What types of classic campervans can you insure by Ripe?
Classic camper insurance is available for a wide range of eligible vehicles.
Classic campervan Insurance by Ripe does not cover vehicles used for commercial or business purposes. Cover is available for eligible classic campers used for private, leisure, hobby or show purposes, subject to underwriting criteria.
Eligible vehicles may include:
1964 Classic VW T2 Samba
1973 VW T2 Westfalia
1978 Bedford CF250 Dormobile Landcruiser
1999 Mazda Bongo
The Renault Trafic Holdsworth
Not sure if your classic campervan or pick-up is eligible? Get a free online quote to see if your vehicle meets the criteria.
Classic camper insurance FAQs
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A classic van may be exempt from MOT testing once it is more than 40 years old, provided it hasn't been substantially modified within the last 30 years. Even if a vehicle qualifies for an MOT exemption, it must still be kept in a roadworthy condition.
Eligibility for MOT exemption is determined by DVLA rules, so it's important to check if your vehicle meets the relevant criteria.
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No, Classic Van Insurance by Ripe does not cover commercial vehicles. Cover is intended for eligible classic vans used for leisure, hobby or private purposes rather than commercial use. If a vehicle is used for business or commercial activities, it will not be eligible for cover.
Getting a quote is the quickest way to find out whether a vehicle can be covered and explore the available cover options.
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In the UK, some classic vans may qualify for Vehicle Excise Duty (road tax) exemption once they reach 40 years old. This operates on a rolling basis, meaning additional vehicles become eligible each year.
To benefit from the exemption, the vehicle will usually need to be registered with the DVLA in the historic vehicle tax class. Eligibility should always be confirmed with the DVLA.
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Not got a classic camper? Don't worry!
If your campervan is under 15 years old and does not qualify as a 'classic', Ripe arranges specialist motorhome and campervan insurance, designed to help financially protect you whilst on the move.
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Content reviewed: February 2026
Content reviewed by: Dan Dawson