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Karl-Heinz Schuler founded Carthago on 1 July 1979 and at that time the Company offered one off tailor-made conversions, to customer’s own specifications. The Malibu Volkswagen T4 Van was launched in 1985.  In 2013 Malibu became its own brand in the Carthago Group and today offers a full range of campervan, coachbuilt and A Class vehicles.  

Malibu Genius 641 LE

2025 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a fixed roof over 6 metres

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The Malibu Genius 641 LE is black with gold decals. There is a black step by the slding habitation door. The front sunroof is open, as are the rear doors.

Malibu Genius 641 LE exterior

The Malibu Genius 641 LE has grey flooring with cream and wooden cabinets. The upholstery is beige and grey. There is a grey table in front of the sofas. There is a step to the fixed rear bed. The rear doors are open showing the storage.
The Judges' said ...

Tons of appeal here - from the Mercedes badge at the front to the clever rear pod

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic (fitted option)
  • Engine: 168 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 6.43m (21’)
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (February 2025)

Malibu Genius 641 LE Technical Information

Malibu Mercedes-Benz T 450 RB-LE lightweight 3.5t

2025 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Three or Four Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes over 7 metres

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The Malibu Mercedes-Benz T 450 RB-LE lightweight 3.5t has a black cab with a white body and gold decals. There is a black step by the habitation door. The two skylights are open.

Malibu Mercedes-Benz T 450 RB-LE lightweight 3.5t exterior

The Malibu Mercedes-Benz T 450 RB-LE lightweight 3.5t has grey flooring with cream and wooden cabinets. The upholstery is beige and grey. There is a grey table in front of the sofas. There are two steps to the fixed rear bed.
The Judges' said ...

The garage doors both sides go down to floor level and on the UK nearside, there's two more lockers, one is gas at a low-level

Base Vehicle

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
  • Gearbox: automatic (fitted option)
  • Engine: 168 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 7.16m (23’ 5”)
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (February 2025)

Malibu Mercedes-Benz T 450 RB-LE lightweight 3.5t Technical Information

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 600 DB K

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Second | Van Conversions with a rising or pop top roof over 6 metres

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Malibu Van diversity GT skyview 600’s exterior is silver with back and gold decals. Its sliding door is open revealing the lounge and silver ladder. There is a step to gain easy access. The rising roof is fully open showing a grey canvas lining.

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 600 DB K exterior

Malibu Van diversity GT skyview 600’s interior has beige and brown leather upholstery. One rear seat has a fitted seat belt. There is a silver ladder next to the table for access to the roof bed. To the rear there is a fixed bed.
The Judges’ said …

There are lots of clothes storage options including an under bed wardrobe, which is unusual for such a small van

 

Base Vehicle

  • FIAT Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 138 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 5.99m (19' 7")
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (Feb 2024)

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 600 DB K Technical Information

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 640 LE K

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a fixed roof over 6 metres

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Malibu Van diversity GT skyview 640’s exterior is white with back and gold decals. Its sliding door is open revealing the kitchen. There is a step to gain easy access. The roof light is open.

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 640 LE K exterior

Malibu Van diversity GT skyview 640’s interior has beige upholstery. The two rear seats have fitted seat belts. There is a skylight above them which is open with three spotlights. It has high level lighting. There is a rear fixed bed.
The Judges’ said …

A great couples van which is packed with storage solutions. A well-made, quality vehicle

Base Vehicle

  • FIAT Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 178 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 6.36m (20' 10")
  • NCC Approved: Applied for (Feb 2024)

Malibu Van Diversity GT skyview 640 LE K Technical Information

Malibu charming GT skyview 640 LE RB

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a fixed roof over 6 metres

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White van conversion, black graphics

Malibu charming GT skyview 640 LE RB exterior

Beige/patterned upholstery, grey table, hob
The Judges’ said …

The clever washroom design makes most of space with a slide-away toilet and separate shower and sink taps

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 140bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.35m / 20' 8"
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu charming GT skyview 640 LE RB Technical Information

Malibu compact 540 DB

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions with a fixed roof under 6 metres

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Van Conversion, silver exterior, black graphics

Malibu compact 540 DB exterior

Van conversion, grey table, beige/patterned exterior
The Judges’ said …

A superb all-rounder with innovative washroom solutions

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 140bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 5.41m / 17' 7"
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu compact 540 DB Technical Information

Malibu I 441 LE Touring

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class under 7 metres

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A Class, exterior, white, gold graphics

Malibu I 441 LE Touring exterior

Grey upholstery, wooden furniture, fixed rear bed
The Judges’ said …

A well-designed washroom with the potential for a huge ensuite changing room thanks to the two-way door

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 160bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.67m / 21' 8"
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu I 441 LE Touring Technical Information

Malibu I 500 QB Touring

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class 7 - 8 metres

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A Class, exterior, white, gold graphics

Malibu I 500 QB Touring exterior

Grey upholstery, wooden furniture, fixed rear bed
The Judges’ said …

A competent and worthy motorhome from the Carthago stable offering clean lines and fully usable features

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 180bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.48m / 24' 5"
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu I 500 QB Touring Technical Information

Malibu Charming GT 640 LE

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Van Conversions over 6 metres

 

The Assessors’ said …

Thanks to its upgraded heating system and engine, this makes an ideal
all-year-round touring vehicle

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 
  • Gearbox: automatic 
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.36m / 20’ 8” 
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu Charming GT 640 LE Technical Information

Malibu family-for-4 GT skyview 640 LE RB

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4.5 stars
Van Conversions with a Rising Roof

The Assessors’ said …

Carthago’s DNA shows, with a luxury feel and an outstanding washroom design

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.36m / 20’ 8”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu family-for-4 GT skyview 640 LE RB Technical Information

Malibu T410 Touring DB

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4 stars
Up to Four Berth Coachbuilts

The Assessors’ said …

A great length to drive at 6.66m and the scooter garage is a bonus.  All round, a great family motorhome

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.66m / 21’ 8”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu T410 Touring DB Technical Information

Malibu I441 LE Touring

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
4 stars
A Class under 7 metres

The Assessors’ said …

A super roomy two-berth, with a more spacious lounge thanks to the deletion of the overcab

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.67m / 21’ 8”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu I441 LE Touring Technical Information

Malibu I500 Touring

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide
3.5 stars
A class 7-8 metres

The Assessors’ said …

A luxury van including a scooter (Pedelac) garage and a Queen-sized bed

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 5 (entrant has an optional fifth travel seat belt fitted)
  • Length: 7.48m / 24’ 5”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu I500 Touring Technical Information

Malibu I 500 Touring

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class over £90,000

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Exterior, A class, white, grey stripe

Malibu I 500 Touring exterior

Interior, cream upholstery, wooden cabinets
The Judges’ said …

Excellent all round storage option in a stunning van. I love the separate loo!

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.43m / 24’ 3”

Malibu I 500 Touring Technical Information

Malibu I44I Touring

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
A Class under £90,000

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Exterior, A class, white, grey stripe

Malibu I44I Touring exterior

Interior, biege upholstery, wooden cabinets
The Judges’ said …

A good value A Class with an innovative washroom

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.65m /22’ 6”

Malibu I44I Touring Technical Information

Malibu T 410

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Coachbuilts £60,000 - £75,000

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Coachbuilt, exterior, white, grey stripe

Malibu T 410 exterior

Interior, stripy floor, cream upholstery, wooden cabinets
The Judges’ said …

Great to see the option of a transverse bed which frees up daytime living space

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.66m / 21’ 8”

Malibu T 410 Technical Information

Malibu T 430 Touring

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £75,000

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Coachbuilt, exterior, white, grey stripe

Malibu T 430 Touring exterior

Interior, stripy floor, cream upholstery, wooden cabinets
The Judges’ said …

Lighting creates great ambience and it feels luxurious

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 140bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.66m / 21’ 8”

Malibu T 430 Touring Technical Information

Malibu Van 540 DB

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards
Van Conversions £55,000 - £65,000

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Van Conversion, white and grey

Malibu Van 540 DB exterior

Van conversion, beige upholstery, grey table, skylight
The Judges’ said …

Stylish, comfy with a huge bed and I love the integration of the lounge and cab

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 180bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.4m / 20’ 9”

Malibu Van 540 DB Technical Information

Malibu 640 GT

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

The Judges’ said …

A high-quality interpretation of the classic camper layout

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 180bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.4m / 20’ 9”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu 640 GT Technical Information

Malibu I 500 QB Touring

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
A Class under £90,000

The Judges’ said …

Stacks of storage

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 7.48m / 24’ 5”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu I 500 QB Touring Technical Information

Malibu T 430 Le Touring

2019 Motorhome Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £65,000

The Judges’ said …

A great tourer for two

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 6.9m / 22’ 6”
  • NCC Approved: No

Malibu T 430 Le Touring Technical Information

Malibu I 460 Touring

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
A Class under £90,000

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Malibu I 460 Touring exterior

The Judges’ said …

Everything you need and nothing you don’t in a quality package

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato Flat frame 40 heavy
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Length: 7.25m / 23’ 7”

Malibu I 460 Touring Technical Information

Malibu T 440 QB

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Coachbuilts over £65,000

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Malibu T 440 QB exterior

The Judges’ said …

Plenty of value-for-money comfort and luxury in a comfort package

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato Flat frame 35 light
  • Gearbox: Manual
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 130bhp
  • Length: 6.99m / 22’ 9”

Malibu T 440 QB Technical Information

Malibu Van 640 LE

2018 Motorhome Design Awards
Van Conversions over £55,000

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Malibu Van 640 LE exterior

The Judges’ said …

This has a fabulous sleeping area and the possibility to turn it into a decent luggage carrier

Base Vehicle

  • Fiat Ducato 35 light
  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • Capacity: 2287cc
  • Engine: 150bhp
  • Length: 6.36m / 20’ 6”

Malibu Van 640 LE Technical Information