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Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 (2025): compact campervan for camping trips with the family

The Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 is a new camper van from the manufacturer Forster, which was presented at this year’s Caravan Salon 2024. The Flip series stands for“Family Life Pur” and offers comparatively compact campervans that are nevertheless designed for traveling with the family. The model is characterized by its compact design, innovative equipment and a good price-performance ratio.

Technical data

The Forster Flip FV 599 VB5, model year 2025, is a camper van based on the tried-and-tested Fiat Ducato. With a length of 5.99 m, a width of 2.05 m and a height of 2.65 m, the dimensions are compact. The unladen weight of the vehicle is 2,909 kg, while the gross vehicle weight rating is 3,500 kg.

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The Flip FV 599 VB5 is powered by a 2.2-liter diesel engine with 90 kW (120 hp), which drives the front wheels via a manual gearbox. The vehicle offers five registered seats and has swivel seats in the driver’s cab, which make the living space flexible to use.

Interior

The interior of the Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 has been thoughtfully designed and uses high-quality materials to create a pleasant atmosphere. The living area is located at the front of the vehicle and is equipped with a comfortable seating area that invites you to linger. Swivel seats in the driver’s cab allow flexible use of the living area.

A total of 5 people can sleep in the campervan. A double bed for two people can be found in the pop-up roof. The sleeping area there measures 2 m x 1.3 m. A ladder leads up to it.

There are two sleeping options in the rear of the Forster Flip FV 599 VB5. These are bunk beds, whereby the single beds can be folded down and extended to increase the storage space. The dimensions of the sleeping areas are 1.85 m x 0.795 m and 1.83 m x 0.68 m.

The fifth bed is located in the middle seating group. This creates a sleeping area of 1.9 m x 0.88 m. The table can be moved and lowered, allowing variable use of the living area.

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The kitchen is centrally located in the vehicle and has a 2-burner hob, an 84 l refrigerator and sufficient storage space for kitchen utensils.

The bathroom consists of a separate toilet with washbasin and large window as well as a separate shower opposite, which can be closed off with a flexible slatted door.

Technology and equipment

A powerful 4 kW diesel heater ensures pleasant temperatures. The water supply is ensured by an 85 l fresh water tank and a 90 l waste water tank.

Optional extras include a Travel Line package with electrically folding exterior mirrors, reversing sensors and radio preparation, as well as a Comfort Line package with 16-inch alloy wheels and reversing camera.

Solar panels, a body battery and a battery pack are also available as optional extras.

Storage space

The Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 offers plenty of storage space both inside and out. There are numerous cupboards and compartments in the interior that can be used flexibly. The folding rear beds are equipped with lashing eyes in the storage space, which creates additional storage space.

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Exterior

The design of the Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 is modern and appealing, with clean lines and a white paint finish. One of the special features of the exterior is the exterior lighting, which makes the vehicle clearly visible even in the dark.

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Price and availability

The base price of the Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 is €57,900.00. The model presented, including all optional extras such as the Travel Line package and the body battery, costs €63,170.00. The vehicle is available immediately and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer or via authorized dealers.

Conclusion and evaluation

The Forster Flip FV 599 VB5 impresses with its compact design, which nevertheless offers sufficient space and comfort. The modern equipment and well thought-out design are particularly noteworthy. The vehicle is particularly suitable for small families who want to travel flexibly and comfortably.

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Technical information at a glance

ManufacturerForster
Model designationFlip FV 599 VB5
Base vehicleFiat Ducato 35 Light
Dimensions (L x W x H)5.99 m x 2.05 m x 2.65 m
Permissible total weight3,500 kg
registered seats5
Sleeping places5
Base pricefrom € 57,900.00

Contact and further links

For further information and orders, interested parties can contact the manufacturer Forster directly. Further details and similar models can be found on the official Forster website at www.forster-reisemobile.de.

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You can find our reports from the trade fair here: CamperStyle at the Caravan Salon. Some of the vehicle presentations include 360° shots. This allows you to virtually stand in the vehicle, look around and get a more realistic view of the layout.

Image material: © Jalil Landero Flores

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Justyna ist unsere Werkstudentin. Sie reist für ihr Leben gern und liebt Tiere. Mit ihren beiden Hunden ist sie viel draußen und bald auch mit dem eigenen Camper unterwegs.

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