After years of waiting and production delays, the Wingamm Oasi 540.1 has finally hit American shores.
This isn’t just another RV, it’s a brand-new concept challenging everything we thought we knew about motorhomes in America.
Imagine driving something shorter than most half-ton trucks, yet stepping inside to find a space that puts typical camper vans and Class C RVs to shame. Offering modern European craftsmanship in a package so nimble you can park it just about anywhere.
That’s the Wingamm Oasi 540.1, the unicorn of the RV world that’s been teasing American buyers since 2021.
Wingamm Oasi 540.1 Key Takeaways:
- At just 17’6″ long, it’s shorter than most half-ton trucks, including the Ford F-150 and the RAM 1500.
- Features a one-piece fiberglass monocoque construction.
- Has a drop-down ceiling bed and a convertible dinette for a 4-person sleeping capacity.
- One of the smallest motorhomes to have a full wet bath with a shower, toilet, and sink.
What Exactly Is the Wingamm Oasi 540.1?
The Wingamm Oasi 540.1 isn’t just another Class C or Class B+ RV, it’s a whole new approach to small motorhome design.
Built in the hills of Verona, Italy, this tiny motorhome comes from Wingamm, a family-owned European manufacturer.
What makes the Oasi 540.1 so unique is that it bridges the gap between a traditional Class C motorhome and a camper van, existing in the perfect middle ground.
The American version of the Wingamm Oasi is built on the RAM ProMaster cutaway chassis (the European version uses a Fiat Ducato). Wingamm then attaches a proprietary one-piece fiberglass monocoque body with high-end craftsmanship. The result is a tiny motorhome that drives like a car but lives like an RV on the inside.
Size Matters: The Compact Footprint of the Wingamm Oasi 540.1
At just 17 feet, 6 inches long, this Italian-crafted RV is shorter than a Ford F-150 with a standard bed.
Let that sink in for a moment, this fully-equipped motorhome with a bathroom, kitchen, and sleeping for four takes up less parking space than many pickup trucks. For comparison, a typical Class C motorhome stretches anywhere from 23 to 28 feet long, while even camper vans typically exceed 19 feet.
What does this tiny profile mean in practical terms? For starters, you can park the thing pretty much wherever. Campground tight squeeze? No problem. Downtown parking spot? Yep! Street parking in a residential neighborhood? Absolutely.
The Oasi 540.1 also handles more like a minivan than a house on wheels, making it approachable for RV beginners or RVers who don’t want to drive or tow a large camper.
The best part about its small size though is it opens up entirely new RV travel possibilities. Suddenly, those charming small towns with tight streets are no problem, national park roads with length restrictions are not an issue, and scenic routes with hairpin turns are as easy as a Sunday drive.
European Craftsmanship Meets American Roads
This isn’t just another motorhome, it’s a rolling showcase of Italian craftsmanship and design.
While I like the farmhouse look, this interior design has been done to death in the RV industry and it’s nice to see an RV manufacturer offering a more modern take on RV interior design.
Premium Materials & Beautiful Design
The Wingamm Oasi 540.1 isn’t a cheaply finished box with plastic trim and particleboard, it’s a well-crafted space where materials and details matter.
The surfaces you touch are covered in premium materials rarely seen in American RVs: Rubelli fabrics (a prestigious Venetian textile house) for seating areas and curtains, Brivio Italian poplar plywood for countertops, and a combination of Arpa Ker Laminates and Kaindl Optimatt laminates for cabinetry and walls.
Also, unlike typical American RVs where furniture is screwed to the floor or walls, the Wingamm’s furniture is bonded directly to the fiberglass structure, which helps with structural integrity while eliminating squeaks and rattles.
The interior design follows European aesthetics prioritizing clean lines, functionality, and visual harmony. Cabinet doors close with a solid thunk rather than a hollow rattle. Countertops feel substantial rather than flimsy. Everything from the leather upholstery to the cabinet handles communicates quality through touch.
The Revolutionary Fiberglass Monocoque Construction
The Wingamm Oasi 540.1 features a signature fiberglass monocoque body. Unlike the typical aluminum-framed, piecemeal construction of most domestic motorhomes, the Wingamm features a single-piece fiberglass and polyurethane shell.
The monocoque construction eliminates countless seams where water could infiltrate, dramatically reducing the likelihood of leaks. Also, the sandwich structure, consisting of two fiberglass panels with polyurethane foam between them, creates superior insulation for both temperature and sound.
Perhaps most noticeably though for anyone who’s spent time in a traditional American RV, the solid structure virtually eliminates the creaks, pops, and groans that typically accompany RV travel.
Surprisingly Spacious & Well-Equipped Interior
Despite the compact exterior of the Wingamm Oasi 540.1, the interior feels remarkably open and spacious.
Clever Space Utilization
Unlike typical camper vans where you have to shuffle sideways to move around, the Wingamm Oasi 540.1 offers a true walking path that feels more like a Class C motorhome than a van conversion.
The living area centers around an innovative L-shaped dinette. Mounted on tracks, this versatile seating area can be pushed forward for more rear space or back for more kitchen access. The oval-shaped table provides ample dining space without sharp corners to bump into, while the cab seats swivel around to become part of the seating area.
Natural light also floods the space through well-placed windows and skylights, creating an airy atmosphere.
Innovative Kitchen
The kitchen in the Oasi 540.1 on the camp side of the vehicle has a contemporary design with numerous drawers and compartments finished with elegant chrome push-lock handles.
For the American market, Wingamm updated several kitchen elements based on user feedback. The cooktop was swapped for a unit more familiar to American users, while the sink received an upgrade as well. Also, completing the kitchen is a 3.8 cubic foot trivalent refrigerator.
Surprisingly Spacious Bathroom
Perhaps the most impressive amenity of the Oasi 540.1 is its bathroom. While technically classified as a wet bath (where the shower, toilet, and sink share the same space), Wingamm has configured it so well that it feels more like a standard bathroom.
Located in the rear corner, the spacious bathroom is constructed from solid fiberglass and HPL laminate with everything you need to get ready in the morning.
Sleep in Comfort
When it’s time to hit the pillow, the Oasi 540.1 transforms easily to accommodate up to four sleepers. The primary bed is Wingamm’s patented longitudinal drop-down design that lowers from the ceiling. Quick and easy to deploy, this bed comes complete with wooden slats and a memory foam mattress.
For additional sleeping, the L-shaped dinette also converts into a second bed, providing flexibility for families or guests.
Between these two sleeping areas, the Oasi 540.1 can comfortably accommodate four people, an amazing accomplishment for a vehicle with such a small footprint.
How Much Does it Cost?
You might be thinking all this sounds great but what are all these high-end features and premium touches going to cost me?
The Wingamm Oasi 540.1 MSRP starts at $188,500, which puts it squarely in the luxury compact RV category.
I won’t sugarcoat it, this isn’t a budget-friendly option. When Wingamm first announced its American market entry in 2021, it projected a price of around $145,000. However, as development progressed, that number climbed to the current $188,500 starting price.
To put this in perspective, you could buy a much larger traditional American RV for less money. But comparing the Oasi 540.1 solely on size-per-dollar misses the point entirely. This isn’t competing with entry-level Class C motorhomes that might cost $100K, it’s positioned as an alternative to luxury camper vans, many of which cost significantly more, like the Winnebago Revel and the Airstream Atlas.
The purchasing price also reflects how you buy one. Rather than buying off a dealer lot, you select your desired configuration and options, after which your Oasi 540.1 is custom-built in Italy. It then makes its trans-Atlantic journey to America before finally reaching your hands. When pickup day arrives, you’ll receive an impressive presentation box containing two key fobs, and a concierge card for service and support.
To be honest though, at least initially, even if you are willing to pay the purchase price, you’ll probably have a tough time getting your hands on one. Given the limited initial production run (fewer than 100 units are expected for the American market in 2025).
Wingamm Oasi 540.1 Wrap-Up
This 17-foot 6-inch Italian camper represents something unique and different in the American RV landscape, a genuinely compact motorhome that doesn’t feel like the inside of a van.
The Oasi 540.1 challenges our bigger-is-better RV culture with European practicality and top-notch craftsmanship. Its one-piece fiberglass monocoque construction offers durability and weather resistance. Inside, premium materials and thoughtful design create a space that feels surprisingly roomy despite its tiny footprint.
Is it perfect? No vehicle is. The cassette toilet system will divide opinion, engine serviceability looks challenging, and the $188,500 starting price puts it firmly in luxury territory.
Also, the limited initial production run means you won’t see these at campgrounds anytime soon.
But for those looking for something premium and different, the Wingamm Oasi 540.1 offers a great option. Bridging the gap between cramped camper vans and larger motorhomes, creating a new RV category that might be just right for many RV travelers.
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