Spaceships campervan features & specifications

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This part of the FAQ focuses on the most-asked questions about our campervans and their features.

• How to use the (Gasmate) gas stove of your Spaceship
• How does the touch screen of the Cosmo VW Campervan work? Master power, lights & waking it up
• How does the Fuel Discount Card work? How to get the Fuel Discount Card?
• Does the engine need to be running to use the fridge? What powers the fridge? How to extend the battery life?
• Is there a mains hook-up or a way to connect a power cable?
• What is the smart battery system? How does it work? Is it a dual battery? How long does it last?
• How many stoves or gas burners (hobs) are included?
• What are the dimensions - length, width and heigth - of a Spaceship? What are the measurements? And the weight?
• How's the aircon/heating when the engine is turned off?
• Do you have 4-wheel drive (4WD) or All-Wheel Drive campervans?
• How many gas canisters are included? How long do these last? What kind of gas canisters?
• Cosmo VW Campervan: why do the diesel hob and heater stop working? How full should the fuel tank be?
• How to use the diesel heater in the Cosmo VW Campervan? How to set the heat, ventilation mode & what the lights mean
• How to use the diesel hob (cooktop) in the Cosmo VW Campervan? Warm-up, cool-down & troubleshooting
• How to turn the swivel seat of the Cosmo VW Campervan? (and what is stored underneath it)
• How to use, empty & stow the toilet of the Cosmo VW Campervan?
• Cosmo VW Campervan: how does the water system work? Fresh water tank, tap & what to do if the sink is not draining
• How does the portable shower of the Cosmo VW Campervan work? (Ontap Roam)
• How to use the table and the drawers of the Cosmo VW Campervan?
• What are the front window thermal blackout screens of the Cosmo VW Campervan and how to use them?
• Cosmo VW Campervan: how do the lithium leisure battery, solar panel and 240V mains plug work? What if the start battery is flat?
• How to operate and clean/sanitise the toilet & empty & fill the water tanks of self-contained campervans? What if the toilet is not flushing?
• Refuelling your Spaceship: from type of petrol (gasoline) to opening fuel hatchet and more
• Is there a Spaceships campervan manual or instruction book that I can download?
• VW Cosmo Campervan: how to prepare for your road trip (instructions)
• Is there an indoor table & chairs aka an indoor seating in a Spaceship?
• Which Spaceship can be fitted with a child seat (booster seat), baby seat or seat for children?
• A free NZ SIM card? I would like to know more about that! Do you have eSIM as well?
• Is a microwave included with the campervan?
• What size is the engine? Is it a petrol engine?
• Does a Spaceship have manual or automatic transmission (gear)? Is an automatic-only licence allowed?
• What type of car is a Spaceship?
• Can I use a hairdryer, hair-straightener, CPAP machine or other 220V appliance? Is there electricity?
• How to use the Cosmo's pop-top
• Can the Cosmo's pop-top be used in the rain?
• Do you have campervans with solar panels?
• Why is there an orange M on the dashboard? Explain the automattic gearbox to me
• Can you help me set up the free SIM card or eSIM?
• Is a wheel lock or steering wheel lock included?
• Do the self-contained campervans come with treatment liquid for the toilet?
• What is the rear awning? Is it included? Where can we find it?
• Do Spaceships campervans have a carbon monoxide alarm?
• What's the age of a Spaceships campervan? How old are the vehicles? What's the average mileage?
• How to replace the battery of the key fob?
• Bed set-up of most Spaceships Campervans explained
• Tips & tricks to set up the bed of the Dream Sleeper Mini perfectly
• How do I set up the rear awning of my Spaceship? How to fit the extension? How to sleep outside (partially)?
• The water tap is not working, the sink is not working. What to do?
• Do Spaceships Campervans come with winter or snow tyres?
• Is cooking and sleeping gear included? Is there a list of all items included?
• What kind of sleeping gear (bedding) is included? Does it come with blankets?
• What is the size of the tyres on a Spaceship?
• How big is the backseat of the Beta campervan? What about seatbelts?
• Can I visit the depot and see the campervan(s) before making a booking?
• Are Spaceships campervans self-contained or non-self-contained?
• Does a Spaceship come with a locker?
• Is the driving and sleeping comfortable for tall people (over 2m tall) as well? How long is the bed?
• Are there show-around videos explaining how to use the features of my campervan?
• Are Spaceships campervans self-contained? Do they have a certificate?
• Do Spaceships come with gas/electric heating or an auxiliary heater? Is there heating when parked?
• What kind of vehicle is a Spaceship? What car model is it?
• What happened to the Rocket campervan?
• Does the campervan come with tools? Where can we find the toolkit?
• Are there any costs when I use Roadside Assistance (NZRA)?
• Do your campervans come with a sink & faucet? What kind of drink water storage do they have?
• Do Spaceships Self-Contained Campervans have a green sticker and comply with the new self-contained rules? Where is it located?
• Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?
• How to turn the internal / interior light on or off? How to use the light in the cabin?
• Is roadside assistance aka 24/7 help included with my campervan?
• Are towels or hand towels included? Can we add towels?
• Are Spaceships equipped with a cigarette lighter socket?
• Is a phone mount or phone holder included?
• My Dream Sleeper Mini seems to have come with some fresh water already in it. Is this safe to use?
• Can you show me how to use the features of the self-contained campervan?
• Do Spaceships campervans have cruise control?
• Are Spaceships equipped with a fridge/freezer?
• Does a Spaceships campervan have an 'Electrical Warrant of Fitness'?
• Is a clothing line included?
• Dream Sleeper Mini tips: refilling freshwater tank, using the tap & other common issues
• What kind of cooking gear is included: kitchen utensils, pans, plate, cutlery...?
• Do your campervan have curtains?
• How do I use the mosquito nets / bug nets? How to keep mosquitoes out?
• How to use the handbrake aka foot-brake?
• Is the rear awning water proof?
• I broke / dropped a mug, glass, dish, plate, bowl etc and now it is broken. What to do?
• What is the fuel efficiency of your campervans? What's the driving range?
• What are the specifications of the Dream Sleeper Mini?
• What are the specifications of the Beta campervan?
• How many kilometres are included? Is it really unlimited?
• Is there a Spaceships campervan with rooftop tent in New Zealand?
• What is the best or easiest luggage to bring: suitcase or soft bags? How big is the storage space?
• Is soap or dish-washing liquid included?
• How many people can seat or sleep in a Spaceship? What is the maximum? How many seats do your campervans have? Do you have a 4-seater?
• Is there a premium package available?
• What does self-contained mean? What is it?
• Do Spaceships come with an alarm system?
• What sort of stereo is in a Spaceship? Does it have Bluetooth or do we need an AUX cable?
• Can you fold the backseat down?
• Do your campervans come with a toilet?
• What are the specifications of the Beta 2S Self-Contained?
• Is there a Spaceships Alpha in New Zealand?
• What happened to the Stealth campervans?
• How can I swivel the front seats of the Dream Sleeper Mini?
• Can I swivel/turn the front seats of a Spaceships campervan?
• How to drain the wastewater / greywater of the Dream Sleeper Mini campervan?
• Can we lock the campervan at night?
• Do Spaceships have a towbar?
• Do I need to add fellow travellers & drivers? Does everyone have to be present at pick-up?
• How does the control power box of the solar panels work?
• Can I plug in my MP3 player, phone or hi-res music player? Does the stereo have Bluetooth?
• What are the vehicle specs / specifications of all Spaceships?
• How do we make coffee? Is a coffee maker or electric kettle included?
• Do Spaceships come with air conditioning?
• Can I select the name of my Spaceship?
• Do your campervans come with a tow bar?