Van Swap Handover Toolkit

Handing your van over to someone else? Make sure they know how it actually works before they drive away.

Every campervan has its own systems, quirks and little routines that make perfect sense to its owner — but not necessarily to someone using it for the first time. From starting procedures and warning lights to water tanks, gas, electrics, awnings and where everything is stored, a proper handover can prevent a lot of confusion.

The Van Swap Handover Toolkit gives you a structured way to walk another user through the van and document its condition before they set off.

Inside you'll find practical sections covering keys and vehicle basics, existing condition and damage, driving and mechanical quirks, fuel and starting readings, electrical and charging systems, water and gas, toilet and waste systems, heating and appliances, awnings and outdoor equipment, safety gear, storage and supplied equipment, roadside assistance and emergency contacts. There’s also space for photos, notes and the return handover.

It’s not a mechanical inspection or an owner’s manual. It’s a practical record of the van’s condition, systems and the information another person needs to use it responsibly.



A reusable resource for campervan, motorhome and RV owners arranging van-for-van swaps, time-in-lieu arrangements and other private exchanges