Here's why a Warranty Upgrade for your Campervan is Worth Every Penny

Buying a campervan is an exciting moment — it’s your ticket to freedom, adventure, and spontaneous weekends away. But like any vehicle, even the most well-maintained campervan can run into mechanical issues over time. And when that happens, repairs can quickly add up. That’s where your RAC warranty comes in — and why it’s worth taking a closer look at your cover options.

Every campervan we sell includes a 12-month RAC Gold Mechanical Warranty, which gives you up to £500 per claim for unexpected mechanical or electrical faults. It’s a solid starting point and provides real peace of mind for your first year on the road.

However, as anyone who’s owned a vehicle knows, modern repairs can get expensive fast. A gearbox repair or turbo issue can easily cost £1,000–£2,000 (or more) and these types of unpredictable repairs can creep up at any time. That’s why we strongly recommend upgrading to the RAC Platinum or Platinum Plus cover, which increases your protection to up to £5,000 per claim and offers the option of up to three years’ continuous cover.

Let’s look at why this upgrade is one of the smartest investments you can make for your campervan.

1. Protection That Matches Real-World Repair Costs

The reality is that vehicle technology has advanced — and so have repair and parts costs. Even seemingly small issues can require specialist parts and diagnostic work, quickly exceeding £500.

Take this Volkswagen T6 SOS Control Module repair for example! This module is responsible for handling emergency call (eCall) functions and is designed to automatically or manually contact emergency services in the event of a serious accident.

Our customer reported a simple error message on their dashboard which stated "Error: Emergency Call (SOS) function limited".

Volkswagen T6 SOS Control Module

The part in question was a dealer only part and from VW alone cost £1,311 plus the module required specialist installation by an auto-electrician, which saw the bill exceed £1,700.

Luckily, our customer had already taken the Platinum warranty with £2,000 per claim coverage and the repair didn't cost them a penny. But this goes to show just how even a seemingly minor issue can rack up in cost. Had this been under the standard Gold cover, the part and repair would still have been covered, but only up to the value of £500 - leaving you out of pocket by £1,200.

With RAC Platinum or Platinum Plus, you can claim up to £5,000 per repair!

2. More Parts, More Cover

The RAC Platinum warranty extends protection to more mechanical and electrical components than the standard Gold plan. That means more peace of mind for things like air conditioning systems, fuel systems, and even complex electronics that are increasingly common in modern vehicles today.

3. Added Benefits You’ll Actually Use

Beyond the big-ticket protection, the upgraded warranties come with features designed to make life easier:

• Repairs at any VAT-registered UK garage – You’re not restricted to a single repair network.

• Unlimited claims – You can claim as many times as needed, up to the purchase price of your vehicle.

• £75 + VAT labour rate – Covers realistic modern garage rates.

• Carbonation cover – Unique to Platinum Plus, this covers damage caused by carbon build-up (a common issue in diesel vehicles).

  
  

All these details add up to real, usable protection when you need it most.

4. Flexible and Affordable

You can choose from 12, 24, or 36-month plans, and the cost can be spread over 10 interest-free monthly payments.

For example:

• 12-month Platinum cover (up to £5,000 per claim): £599 or £59.90/month

• 24-month Platinum Plus cover (up to £5,000 per claim): £849 or £84.90/month

• 36-month Platinum Plus cover (up to £5,000 per claim): £1,049 or £104.90/month

For less than the cost of a tank or two of fuel per month, you can protect yourself from potentially thousands of pounds in repair bills.

The Bottom Line

Your van is your livelihood, your freedom, and your adventure. A warranty isn’t just a piece of paper - it’s your safety net when life happens.

While every van we sell comes with a great 12-month RAC Gold warranty, upgrading to RAC Platinum or Platinum Plus gives you:

• Up to £5,000 per claim (10× the Gold cover)

• Coverage for more parts and components

• Wear & tear and carbonation protection (Platinum Plus only)

• Flexible payment options and cover durations

• And most importantly — peace of mind for the miles ahead

  
  

When you invest in a campervan, you’re investing in years of experiences and memories. Protect that investment properly, and you’ll spend more time enjoying the open road — and less time worrying about what might go wrong.