I've camped in my 87 245 many times on the beach in Texas. We usually camp in the winter, so it's sunny and 65 during the day, and in the 40s at night.



The amount of glass in the wagon can work both ways--it gives you a wonderful, open feeling at night, seeing the stars on the beach. Waking up to a beach sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico in the back of a Volvo is one of my happiest memories.

You can buy Reflectix rolls at Home Depot and make window covers that are very effective at retaining heat. They are also good at providing privacy and blocking out light, in case you find difficulty sleeping in variable light conditions.

I've also lined the ceiling cavity and door cavities with Reflectix, but I have my doubts about its effectiveness.

We usually put a standard-bed size air mattress (the kind with flocking on one side) in the back--it's a perfect fit.

I am 6' and my wife is 5'8" but we are both around 140lbs and fit easily.

We now own a VW Westfalia camper and have been totally spoiled by having two beds, a sink, stove, refrigerator, propane heat, curtains... the Volvo is no longer used for camping, but I'm still proud of the fact that we camped in it every year for 13 years.

kourt
87 245
austin, tx