Used La Strada Regent E Check: Off-Road Capable and Homely?
What a pre-owned Regent E can endure, where we typically carry out rework, and what you should inspect yourself during a viewing.

Marcus Günther
Inhaber, Togo Reisemobile
The Regent E is built for those who like to leave the beaten track. That is precisely why we inspect pre-owned models with exceptional care: a camper van that has spent serious time on gravel trails shows wear in places you need to know about.
Body and Habitation Ingress
We check every roof penetration, the windows, and the body seams at the rear. Damp first reveals itself through soft spots in the furniture baseboards and dark halos beneath rooflights. A full damp check is a standard part of our intake process for every single vehicle.
Chassis and Tyres
On all-terrain conversions, bushes, shock absorbers, and tyre age are the most common points of attention. Tyres are replaced based on age, not tread depth – anything beyond six years becomes critical.
What to Check Yourself During a Viewing
- Open and close the sliding door several times, checking for play or misalignment
- Inspect the underbody and wheel arches with a torch
- Fully open and close the pop-up roof or rooflights
- Fire up the heating and let it run for at least 20 minutes
- Turn on all electrical appliances simultaneously and monitor the voltage
Our Pre-Delivery Preparation
Every vehicle receives a thorough habitation check, a gas safety check according to regulations, a battery and charging system test, and an extensive road test. Everything we find is documented in the handover report – including items we decided not to replace.
Price and Residual Value
Well-maintained vehicles with a full service history hold their value remarkably well. With pre-owned camper vans, comprehensive documentation is nearly as important as the mileage.
Checklist to take with you
- Request a habitation damp check report
- Check tyre age using the DOT date code
- Inspect the gas safety certificate and service history
- Test the heating and water system in full operation
- Obtain written confirmation of the habitation check
- Arrange a test drive that includes a motorway section