VW T5 Swivel Base with Safe – Campervan Seat Converter

VW T5 Swivel Base with Safe – Campervan Seat Converter

The VW T5 Swivel Base with Safe lets you convert a standard VW Transporter T5 front seat into a rotating seat that swings to face the living area of your campervan when parked. This upgrade enhances the usability of your cab seating space by making a comfortable chair out of your cab seat once campsite life begins.

Unlike basic swivel plates, this swivel base features a built-in secure storage box or safe underneath the swivel platform — handy for storing valuables, paperwork, tools or electronics out of sight and locked away while travelling or parked.

Why Choose This Swivel Base?

• 🔄 Rotates Front Seat to Living Area — Transforms the driving seat into part of your camper’s lounge space.

• 🔐 Integrated Safe/Storage Box — Hidden secure compartment beneath the swivel adds security and utility.

• ✔️ TUV-Approved & Tested — Meets safety and regulatory standards for this type of automotive seat conversion.

• 🚐 Fits VW Transporter T5 (and often T6) — Suitable for single front seat applications on UK right-hand drive vans with a walkthrough area.

• 🔁 Use nearside or offside — Can be installed on either front passenger or driver side (check vehicle fitment).

Key Features & Specifications

What’s Included

• 1 × Swivel seat base with integrated safe/box
  (Seat, mounting bolts and vehicle-specific fixings are usually not included and will use the vehicle’s original fittings.)

How It Works

1. Remove original seat and cables/rails according to vehicle type.

2. Install the swivel base using original mounting points; the swivel plate sits between the floor and seat.

3. Re-attach the seat to the swivel base using the supplied fasteners.

4. When parked, rotate the seat to face inward toward the camper living area.

5. When driving, the swivel base locks forward to meet safety requirements and prevent movement.

The built-in safe/box stays fixed beneath the swivel platform, letting you securely lock a compartment independent of the seat position.

Who It’s For

• VW T5/T6 campervan converters looking to maximise cab seating space

• Owners wanting secure under-seat storage without sacrificing seat rotation

• DIY converters or professional workshops installing camper interiors

Why Buy This Swivel Base?

A swivel seat base is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make to a VW T5 camper van — turning unused cab seats into functional living area seating when parked. Adding an integrated safe increases practicality for storing valuables on the road. This version’s TUV-approved design and compatibility with both sides of the cab make it a smart choice for campers and conversion projects alike.