Avan
Avan started in 1993. Jeff Van Baardwyk set it up. The company is family-owned.
Est. 1993 · Family-owned · Australian made
- 25 of 76 Register rank
- 354 12 months to Jul 2026
- 43 Models
- 1,015–4,490 Published ATM (kg)
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Built in Melbourne, VIC. 43 models across camper trailers, caravans and motorhomes.
Published ATM from 1,015 kg to 4,490 kg, across 43 models.
You buy through dealers. 14 locations in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA.
Warranty is 2 years general.
Background
Avan was founded in 1993 by expatriate Dutch couple Jeff Van Baardwyk and his wife Marion in a compact factory in Hallam, Victoria. Their sons Jeffrey (who became Managing Director) and Scott later joined the business. The company began with the innovative folding-wall A-Liner camper design and expanded into pop-top caravans, full caravans, and motorhomes. They outgrew two Hallam factories before purchasing their current Pakenham site in 2003.
Avan is now the second-largest caravan manufacturer in Australia with over 25,000 RVs on Australian roads. Their use of pre-painted aluminium cladding is a key differentiator, offering durability, UV resistance, and lighter weight. The company backs its products with a 24-month manufacturing warranty.
Ownership & Structure
Family-owned and operated. The Van Baardwyk family remains at the helm. Avan Super Centre in Penrith is the flagship dealer, with authorised dealers across Australia including Avan Adelaide, Avan Sydney, and Premier Avan. The A’van Club of Australia Inc. has operated since 1999 with over 1,600 members.
Manufacturing
Manufactured in Pakenham, Victoria. Known for pre-painted aluminium cladding construction that reduces weight while improving durability. The factory produces campers, pop-tops, caravans, and motorhomes across a wide model range including Aliner, Cruiser, Cruiseliner, Sportliner, Applause, Ovation, and Aspire models.
Market Position
Mid-range manufacturer with models spanning budget-friendly to premium. Competes across multiple segments from entry-level pop-tops to full-size motorhomes. Strong brand recognition in Australia with significant market share in the pop-top and lightweight caravan segments.
Models
Figures the maker published, as at 20 Oct 2026.
- Sportliner 1,015 kg
- Aliner 1,080 kg
- Cruiser 1,210 kg
- Cruiseliner 1,250 kg
- AdventurePLUS 1,400 kg
- Aspire 402 Hardtop 1,500 kg
Show all 43 models
43 listed in 43 ranges
AdventurePLUS1
Aliner1
Applause 5001
Applause 6001
Aspire 402 Hardtop1
Aspire 402 Pop Top1
Aspire 470 Pop Top1
Aspire 484 Hardtop1
Aspire 484 Pop Top1
Aspire 499 Hardtop1
Aspire 499 Pop Top1
Aspire 525 Hardtop1
Aspire 525 Pop Top1
Aspire 555 Hardtop1
Aspire 555 Pop Top1
Aspire 563 Hardtop1
Aspire 563 Pop Top1
Aspire 564 Hardtop1
Aspire 572 Hardtop1
Aspire 587 Hardtop1
Aspire 604 Hardtop1
Aspire 617 Hardtop1
Avan 560 Frances1
Avan 609 Jensen1
Avan 609 Nathan1
Avan 685 Lincoln1
Cruiseliner1
Cruiser1
Infinity 6091
Infinity 7061
Ovation M101
Ovation M31
Ovation M41
Ovation M51
Ovation M61
Ovation M71
Ovation M81
Ovation M91
Ray 4021
Ray 4611
Ray 461 ST1
Ray 4901
Sportliner1
Registrations
20 new vans in Jul 2026.
Source: Australian Government vehicle register, Jul 2026
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Matched make: Avan. Rank 25 of 76. Source: Australian Government vehicle register.
- Nov 2023 61
- Dec 2023 29
- Jan 2024 57
- Feb 2024 71
- Mar 2024 52
- Apr 2024 54
- May 2024 45
- Jul 2024 30
- Oct 2024 29
- Nov 2024 42
- Dec 2024 10
- Jan 2025 9
- Feb 2025 77
- Mar 2025 38
- Apr 2025 30
- May 2025 49
- Jun 2025 32
- Jul 2025 41
- Nov 2025 29
- Dec 2025 38
- Mar 2026 36
- Apr 2026 22
- May 2026 38
- Jun 2026 32
- Jul 2026 20
Brand footprint
As at 17 Oct 2026.
- 3.5 Google rating #68 of 70
- 147 Google reviews #13 of 170
- 40 Listed locations #3 of 175
Recalls
No recalls found as at 17 Oct 2026 · ACCC Product Safety Australia / RVSA
ASIC notices
No ASIC notices found as at 17 Oct 2026 · ASIC published notices
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- Google listing
- Avan RV Pakenham Google Places · as at 13 Aug 2026
- Registered entity
- AVAN R.V. Pty Ltd ABN Lookup (ABR) · as at 2 Oct 2026
- Entity type
- Australian Private Company ABN Lookup (ABR) · as at 2 Oct 2026
- ABN active from
- 1 Jan 2006 ABN Lookup (ABR) · as at 2 Oct 2026
- GST registered from
- 1 Jan 2006 ABN Lookup (ABR) · as at 2 Oct 2026
- ABN state
- VIC 3810 ABN Lookup (ABR) · as at 2 Oct 2026
- Homepage responding
- https://www.avanballarat.com.au/ Homepage check · as at 17 Oct 2026
FAQ
Where are Avan vans built?
The Avan factory is in Melbourne, VIC.
How many Avan models are in the range?
43 Avan models.
What ATM do published Avan models cover?
Published Avan ATM runs from 1,015 kg to 4,490 kg.
How many new Avan vans were approved in Jul 2026?
20 Avan vans in Jul 2026. Source: Australian Government vehicle register, Jul 2026.
How many Avan vans were approved in Jan–Jul 2026?
201 Avan vans from January through Jul 2026. Source: Australian Government vehicle register, Jul 2026.
Where does Avan sit on the government register?
Avan is 25 of 76, with 354 new vans in the 12 months to Jul 2026. Source: Australian Government vehicle register, Jul 2026.
Does Avan sell factory-direct or through dealers?
You buy through dealers. Locations in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA.
What warranty does Avan publish?
Avan publishes a 2-year general warranty.
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Dealers and channels
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- Built in
- Melbourne, VIC CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Australian made
- Yes CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Dealer states listed
- NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Listed locations
- 14 CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Established
- 1993 CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Ownership
- Family-owned CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Manufacturing
- Melbourne, VIC CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Sales model
- Dealer network CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Warranty
- 2 yr general CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
- Price range
- $38,000–$201,900 CampSpec catalogue · as at 20 Oct 2026
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- ARV Caravans Port Macquarie Port Macquarie, NSW
- Avan Adelaide Windsor Gardens, SA
- Avan RV Sales Pakenham, VIC
Show all 14 dealers
- Avan Super Centre Campbellfield, VIC
- Avan Sydney North St Marys, NSW
- Cruise OZ Loganholme, QLD
- Donehues Leisure Hamilton Hamilton, VIC
- Donehues Leisure Mt Gambier Mount Gambier, SA
- Golf Super Centre Burpengary, QLD
- Graham Betts Avan and RV Uralla, NSW
- Premier Avan Bunbury Davenport, WA
- Premier Avan Bassendean, WA
- Searles RV Centre Bundaberg, QLD
Website · Facebook owners group
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