Tips for newbies?

We've just joined the forum, having recently moved back to the UK.  We've been planning for a few years to buy a T2 when we returned; and first flirted with a Brazilian way-back, when Danbury first announced they would be importing and converting!

We are real beginners at this, but want to get started now.  Any feedback on why people love Brazilians (!)  Why they move on from them (or continue with them).  And tips about finding the right vehicle and must-haves (and must-have-nots) would be massively welcome.

Perhaps start with this link . . .

Link: Buying A Kombi

Some additional advice from the Scooby Duo . . .

In addition to the info in the link is to set a budget and stick to it.
When viewing a Kombi if there is something not right in your opinion walk away.
There are plenty of vehicles out there and there will be one that is right for you.
Get the most you can for the budget and perhaps be flexible on colour (if you can).
When we found Scooby we were not looking for a specific colour.
We just wanted the best Kombi we could afford, with a decent amount of extras already fitted.
If appropriate, try before you buy is also a good thing to doo - particularly with Diamond or Rio layouts.
Good van hunting and doo enjoy the experience.
Roo b Roo