VW California Beach roof cabinet with 73 liters volume under the pop-up roof
Roof cabinet for VW California on camping vacation
Fits it all: typical gear quantity roof storage box
Overhead cabinet detail in the front: mini pocket on the right side
The view in the rear-view mirror remains clear.
VW California Beach roof cabinet with 73 liters volume under the pop-up roof
Roof cabinet for VW California on camping vacation
Fits it all: typical gear quantity roof storage box
Overhead cabinet detail in the front: mini pocket on the right side
The view in the rear-view mirror remains clear.
Roof Cabinet for VW California Beach
Only with us: Installation without drilling
This product has 4 years of development inside, aboard since 2018.
Can be installed and removed at any time. Washable.
Also fits with window pockets, see image.
Unobstructed rearview visibility through the back window. The roof cabinet in the Ocean, Coast, and the "new" California extends lower.
Delivered ready for camping, set up, hook in, and off you go.
Length 500 mm, Width 1,130 mm, Height 160 mm,
€ 369.99
Price incl. VAT, can differ in delivery country. Plus Shipping
Shop bewertet mit 5.0/5. FAQ - Your mostly asked questions on the roof cabinet
How is the roof cabinet attached to the roof?
The storage compartment in the VW California Beach is mounted on our VANRAILS. You can see them at the top left and right in the product images.
Specially designed fasteners click the profiles into place at the front and rear of the roof. The roof cabinet is securely screwed to the VANRAILS, ensuring a firm hold in your van.
You can find the step-by-step instructions for installing the cabinet in the rear, under the roof, in the manual.
Is it difficult to remove?
To remove it, simply loosen the screw connections ( at 4 points ) between the cabinet and the VANRAILS.
The slim aluminum profiles remain in the vehicle, so you can remove your EINFACH, for example, for washing and then reinstall it afterward.
Can I wash the individual parts?
Yes, we recommend hand washing or – if using a machine – at 30° without spinning.
How much weight can the fabric cabinet hold?
In the product images, we show you our typical load. The camping equipment displayed there weighs around 9 kg. Even with a distributed load of 20 kg, it is no problem.
Is the front securely closed? Even if something pushes against it from the inside, does it stay shut and keep everything inside?
The front flap is reinforced inside with a solid bar covering half the height. It is additionally stiffened with a sail batten.
The closures of the continuous front are from boat construction and are also used on convertible tops. A secure hold is given.
Where is it made?
All products are self-developed, personally used by us, and 100% practical.
Since 2016, our bus essentials are locally manufactured in Northern Germany. You can count on it 🤝
The EINFACH roof cabinet is the first and only solution to add a roof storage cabinet in the rear of your VW California Beach T5, T6, and T6.1 without the need for drilling into the van.
The dent-free bonus for the higher-built 3-seater sleeping-bench is included for those who sleep with their heads in the rear: The EINFACH cabinet's body is reinforced for stable storage yet soft if you happen to stand up too quickly.
On top of that: Window pockets still fit in the rear windows, and the rearview mirror remains unobstructed.
Gladly bigger!
In your compartment under the roof fit the towels for the vacation, pillows that otherwise fly around in the trunk, the extra pair of shoes that otherwise stays at home, hats for all weather conditions, clothes, blankets, ... shortly all that is too bulky for window pockets and otherwise disappears in the shallows of the rear.
The extra pocket at the front stick holds you e.g. the flashlight for the night hike ready. No searching for the lamp, just take it out and off you go.
The fabric cabinet for the bus canopy measures 113 x 50 x 16 centimeters (W x D x H).
Approximately 73 liters brings EINFACH under your VW California Beach roof.
Quite simply
You don't have to drill any holes in the bus to hang the overhead locker underneath the pop-up roof in your VW California Beach T5, T6 and T6.1.
EINFACH is attached to the VANZEIT® VANRAIL system profiles by plug-and-camp. The VANRAIL itself is simply plugged in - once on the left and once on the right - underneath the roof and is included with EINFACH. The roof cabinet is then screwed onto both VANRAILs.
Is easy-peasy fastened, holds on the road and also off; camping-proven and off-road-proven.
Quite easily
The strong outdoor bus fabric is washable and the entire roof cabinet weighs just under three kilograms.
This saves fuel and the vehicle's center of gravity remains low. You have more in your vacation budget and the environment is happy.
The inside of the sturdy fabric is coated and wipeable. The cover can be washed individually at 30 degrees. Try this once with another roof storage box ;)
Fully stable.
You can see the stable ribbing with sail battens on the floor in the first picture.
After removing the slats lengthwise or crosswise, the fabric wardrobe can be compactly rolled up for storage.
Are you still stuffing or are you already sorting?
Add packing cubes inside the fabric overhead cabinet and towels, bath towels, underwear, ... all the stuff sorts itself out in the packing system.
You have more time for camping.
But stuffing is also okay ;)
Whether stuffing or sorting: The removable front you can open left, right or on both sides at the same time on the tightly closing stainless steel latches. So you can always easily get to your camping utensils. Even when the front is removed, the contents of the fabric cabinet remain secured behind the bar on the base body to prevent them from slipping out.
P.S. Of course, our shelving system for pop-ups, fit in front of the shelf and provide you with additional storage space for your camping accessories.
P.P.S. Of course, window bags also fit in the rear windows.
| Length | 500,00 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1.130,00 mm |
| Height | 160,00 mm |
| Weight | 3,00 kg |
| Suitable vehicles: | VW T5 California Beach, VW T6 California Beach, VW T6.1 California Beach Camper, VW T6.1 California Beach Tour |
An overhead cabinet is a clever solution if you want to optimally utilize every centimeter of your mobile home. The often unused space under the roof provides surprisingly ample room for all your camping utensils, clothing, and supplies, without compromising your living space.
Are you looking for ways to make your campervan more functional? With a custom-tailored overhead cabinet system, you transform unused areas into cleverly arranged storage space. The right combination of lightweight materials and intelligent construction ensures your equipment is safely stored, while also keeping your vehicle’s center of gravity low—a crucial factor for safe driving during everyday van life.
Overhead Cabinets in Campers: Overview and Benefits
An overhead cabinet transforms the often unused area beneath the vehicle’s roof into valuable storage. This storage solution enables you to neatly store camping utensils, clothing, and other items within easy reach, without reducing your living area. Especially in compact vehicles like the VW T6 or T5, a customized overhead cabinet provides valuable extra room for your equipment.
Integrating overhead storage compartments offers several practical benefits for your camping life. Due to their elevated position, your items are safely out of the way and remain dry. Additionally, the storage space can be optimally organized through partitions, such as packing bags or small organizers. For VW bus owners, there are specially adapted overhead cabinets, such as our "EINFACH," which seamlessly blend into the overall look while remaining highly functional.
When choosing an overhead cabinet for a mini-camper, weight and material play a particularly crucial role. Lightweight materials such as outdoor fabrics, GRP, and aluminum hardly impact the vehicle’s center of gravity and ensure stability during driving and loading. Attaching it to existing points in the roof makes the installation easy and safe. Screw mounting is not necessary and should be avoided. This keeps you flexible, prevents drilling holes in your vehicle, and allows removal anytime—such as for moving with the van, using the third seating row, and similar purposes.
Optimizing the Overhead Cabinet Storage Space
The overhead cabinet in your camper provides indispensable storage space. With some clever ideas, you can turn the space beneath the roof into an optimally organized storage system, offering maximum added value during your travels.
Clever Organization with Dividers and Boxes
Partitions transform your overhead cabinet from a crammed dumping ground into a structured miracle of organization. Small boxes made of plastic or felt in different sizes allow you to neatly sort smaller items like kitchen utensils or electronics. For the T5 overhead cabinet system, packing bags and packing cubes, similar to suitcase organizers, are particularly suitable. Thus, the extra space beneath the pop-up roof can quickly be organized even for several people…and stays that way… ;)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the advantages of an overhead cabinet in a camper?
An overhead cabinet efficiently utilizes the often unused space beneath the roof. It provides additional storage for camping utensils, clothing, and supplies, without compromising living space. Especially in compact vehicles like the VW T6 or T5, it creates valuable extra space. Additional subdivisions enable optimal storage organization.
How is an overhead cabinet mounted?
Typically, the mounting occurs at existing points in the vehicle’s roof. The compartment is then securely attached. With the VANZEIT ® overhead cabinet, you get a solution that simply slots beneath the pop-up roof in the VW California Beach. No drilling into the vehicle is necessary. For example, you can simply remove the unit for cleaning and then reinstall it afterward. The front flap is attached via hook-and-loop (Velcro).
Can I install an overhead cabinet myself?
Yes, self-installation is possible with minimal tools. For our "EINFACH," the name says it all. You only need a 4 mm Allen wrench for installation. Drilling into the vehicle is not necessary. If you pick it up in Ellerau, we gladly help you install it.
How can I optimally organize my overhead cabinet?
Use packing bags, packing cubes, and organizers in sizes suitable for your needs to create subdivisions. Depending on the material—fabric, mesh, felt, or plastic—there is also space for supplies or even occasionally a still damp towel. With such subdivisions, multiple people can simultaneously use the additional storage space during a holiday trip.
VANZEIT®
#organiceyourvan in no time at all: Plug-And-Camp set-up for your campervan.Still got questions about the product? Write us.
Illustrations and photos are similar, subject to change and errors excepted.
The VANZEIT ® Difference?
We think different.
Instead of average, with us, you get creative, practical, and durable setups from original ideas.
Our own camping experience is reflected in the attention to detail – and you’ll feel it – in every use.
Trust in expertise for a relaxed time in your van!
🕐 New Product Ideas
A missing coat hook in our first California led to my invention: THE well-known hook for the pop-up roof, our ABHÄNG.
Why drill into your bus? From my incomprehension of this and the limited headroom under the existing roof cabinets, our EINFACH was born.
Every idea matures between my own ears, from actual need and missing solutions.
🕑 Thoughtful Product Design
Initial sketches turn into prototypes.
Once I'm convinced, I construct it using CAD, based on the already specific dimensions.
The design is then implemented with 3D printing and in the workshop, then being tested.
In the refinement process, I remove unnecessary parts from the design.
🕒Tested in Camping Life
Nicole and I take new accessories on tour directly with our bumblebee (aka T6 California Beach).
Is a contour not perfect, or is a feature not used while camping?
If so, it gets adjusted and tested again. And possibly again...
Only what convinces us over a season and proves its value gets produced.
🕓 Made in Northern Germany
We found our production partners within a few kilometers of us.
This guarantees short distances and quick, personal agreements by handshake.
Small series' production ensures fast adjustments, even with your suggestions.
🕔 Ensures More Freedom
Simple design integrates timelessly into your individual setup.
Focusing on the essentials gives you more space.
Less ballast means less fuel consumption. You go further.
