Volkner Mobil Performance Bus: The Rolls-Royce of Mobile Homes
There comes a time in every millionaire’s life when owning a superyacht, a chalet in Gstaad, and a penthouse in Dubai just isn’t enough. What you need — nay, deserve — is a palace on wheels. Not a caravan. Not a campervan. But something so opulent, so over-engineered, and so outrageous that it makes a Gulfstream jet look like economy class.
Enter: the Volkner Mobil Performance Bus — a 40-foot, land-yachting masterpiece that turns driving through Europe into a five-star Michelin camping experience on steroids.
This isn’t glamping. This is the glampire strikes back!
π What Is It, Exactly?
Built by German luxury RV legends Volkner Mobil, the Performance Bus is what happens when you give a team of engineers a blank cheque and tell them to build the most luxurious, self-contained land vehicle imaginable.
It’s part superyacht, part high-tech command centre, and part Bond villain lair — with a starting price tag well north of £2 million, and endless customisation that can easily double that.
And yes, before you ask — it has a built-in garage for your sports car. Because obviously.
π§ Under the Hood (and Under the Floor)
This isn’t just a hotel suite on wheels — it’s a mechanical marvel. Built on a high-performance Volvo or Mercedes chassis, the Volkner Bus glides over roads with the effortless grace of a limousine and the muscle of a long-haul truck.
But the real trick? The underfloor garage. With the push of a button, a hydraulic platform glides out from beneath the belly of the beast, revealing your Porsche, Ferrari, or Bugatti Chiron, snugly stowed away like a Bond gadget.
You don’t park this motorhome next to your supercar. You park it over it.
ποΈ The Interior: First-Class Doesn’t Even Begin to Cover It
Step inside, and you’re greeted by what feels less like an RV and more like a Mayfair apartment in motion.
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Full-size leather sofas, mood lighting, and bespoke cabinetry
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Heated marble floors and polished stone worktops
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A pop-up 50” UHD TV, with surround sound better than most cinemas
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A full kitchen complete with induction hobs, wine fridges, and espresso machines worthy of Milan
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A king-size bedroom that puts five-star hotels to shame
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And a spa-style bathroom with rain shower, gold fixtures, and enough counter space for every La Mer product you can name
Everything is customisable — from the wood grain to the silk blinds. Want mother-of-pearl accents? Done. Swarovski crystal taps? Easy. A baby grand piano bolted to the floor? Well... give them a week.
π°οΈ Tech and Autonomy: Not Just a Pretty Space
While the Performance Bus may look like a billionaire’s hotel suite, it's also a technological fortress.
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Solar panels on the roof and battery banks allow for extended off-grid travel
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Smart home integration lets you control lights, blinds, temperature and even the garage via iPad
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5G, satellite TV, GPS navigation and a state-of-the-art security system with motion sensors and cameras — just in case you park somewhere less... Monaco
It’s as comfortable reversing through the Alps as it is parked outside the Cannes Film Festival.
π£οΈ Where Can You Go?
Technically, anywhere with roads. But let's be honest — you won’t be parking this thing in a lay-by off the M25. This is a vehicle built for:
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Private vineyard tours in Tuscany
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Luxury caravan parks in the Swiss Alps (yes, they exist — and they’re nicer than most cities)
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French Riviera beach overlooks, where your Bugatti can come out to play
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Or even mobile offices for billionaires who like to trade stocks from a hot tub in St. Moritz
There’s even a growing trend among elite Volkner owners to convoy across Europe, creating their own luxury nomadic enclaves with Champagne brunches and cigar lounges... in the forest.
π€ Price Tag: If You Have to Ask…
Let’s just say if you’re still budgeting for this thing, you’re probably not in the market.
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Base model: ~€2 million
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With underfloor garage and Porsche Taycan? ~€2.4 million
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With full custom interior, solar roof, premium sound, and Bugatti storage? Don’t expect change from €3 million
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Insurance, fuel, maintenance? Irrelevant
For comparison: you could buy three Lamborghinis, a private island, or your own chalet in Val d’Isère — but none of those let you make risotto at 90km/h while streaming Netflix in Tuscany.
π Final Thoughts: The Future of Freedom?
The Volkner Mobil Performance Bus isn’t just about transport — it’s about total independence in absolute comfort. In a post-pandemic world where flexibility is king, this mobile mansion is the perfect solution for those who want to roam without sacrificing luxury.
Whether you’re road-tripping across Europe, tailgating a Grand Prix, or just avoiding airport security lines forever, this bus doesn’t just get you there — it makes the journey the destination.
Because once you’ve travelled like this, first class feels like steerage.