Last Updated: 08/8/19
Hire A Kombi is a small, family-run campervan business based in Marcus Hill, Victoria — a husband and wife operation offering a select fleet of classic 1970s Volkswagen Kombi campervans. Named individually, each Kombi has a distinct character: from Harriett (an 8-seater automatic suited to photoshoots and events) through to the camping-ready models with awnings and camping chairs. The vans are vividly hued vintage classics that are ideal for undemanding travellers seeking something genuinely different from the white-box national fleet experience.
These are 1970s vehicles — running on 98-octane unleaded only, with a 200km/day maximum travel allowance. Occasional quirks are part of driving a vintage van. Well-equipped with camping essentials including awning and chairs, but not suited to travellers who need modern reliability guarantees or long daily distances.
Based in Marcus Hill, Victoria. Pickup and drop-off from this location. Transport to another location is available at the hirer's cost. Use cases include camping road trips, photoshoots, weddings, and marketing events — the distinctive exteriors make these vans genuinely multi-purpose.
Comprehensive insurance is included. Excess is $2,000 for drivers 25 and over; $5,000 for drivers aged 21–24. Credit card security details required at pickup. Third-party excess protection via Rental Cover is available for those wanting full financial coverage. See our campervan insurance guide.
Marcus Hill, Victoria — on the Bellarine Peninsula, approximately 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD. Pickup is from Marcus Hill; vehicle transport to other locations is available at additional cost.
Yes — the camping-ready models are equipped with awnings, camping chairs, and the essentials for a classic road trip. The 200km/day limit and 98-octane fuel requirement mean these are best suited to regional Victoria touring (Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula, Surf Coast, Grampians) rather than interstate or long-distance travel.
Yes — Harriett (the 8-seater automatic) is specifically suited for photoshoots and events including weddings. The distinctive retro exterior is a well-recognised choice for professional photography and event hire throughout Victoria.
98-octane unleaded only. This is a requirement of the 1970s-era VW engines — using the wrong fuel type can cause mechanical damage. Plan your route around 98-octane availability, particularly in more remote regional areas.
Comprehensive insurance included. Excess: $2,000 for 25+ year old drivers, $5,000 for 21–24 year olds. Rental Cover third-party excess protection is available. See our campervan insurance guide.
Hunter Valley Kombi in NSW and Hire A Kombi in Victoria are the two main boutique VW Kombi hire operators in Australia. Both offer a similar vintage experience. Hunter Valley Kombi is better positioned for NSW wine country and coastal trips; Hire A Kombi suits Victoria's Great Ocean Road and Bellarine Peninsula itineraries.
Hire A Kombi is a pure experience product — vintage VW Kombis for travellers who want slow, character-filled road trips through Victoria's iconic coastal and wine regions. The 200km/day limit and 98-octane requirement define the ideal use case: regional Victoria, leisurely pace, maximum photogenic charm.
For travellers who want a modern, reliable campervan for covering serious distance, this isn't the right choice. For a Great Ocean Road weekend in a van that stops traffic at every petrol station — there is nothing quite like it.
