70 Years of LMC – Expertise Built on Tradition

We are celebrating 70 years of LMC – 70 years of passion, innovation, and community. Since 1955, we have been dedicated to the art of creating freedom on wheels and have embarked on a journey full of adventure, progress, and unforgettable moments together with our customers.

We want to share this anniversary with you: An exclusive fleet of special edition models marks this significant milestone. Featuring unique retro decals that pay tribute to our beginnings and the dynamic era of motorsports, they impressively combine tradition and modernity.

We are proud to walk this path with you – driven by dedication, creativity, and the commitment to providing you with the perfect travel experience. Celebrate with us what inspires us: the joy of discovery and the excitement of life on the road.

Our history

  • 2025

    To mark its 70th anniversary, LMC is launching a special fleet that combines tradition and modernity. The unique anniversary models shine with retro charm and well-thought-out features.

  • 2023 - 2020

    LMC celebrates its 65th anniversary in 2020 and looks to the future with great expectations. The Style 493 K anniversary caravan model is being launched to celebrate the event. Camper vans enter LMC production in 2021 - initially on a Fiat basis, the Innovan has also been available on Ford since 2022.

  • 2021

    The strategic direction of the LMC brand, with its strong, consistent focus on its target customers, required a brand relaunch.. This is based on sustainable positioning, the company’s performance and its revamped models, whose exterior and interior designs are heavily geared towards the values and requirements of its target customers.

  • 2018

    The new production plant opens in 2018 and doubles production capacity. LMC sets a milestone in the company's history with the latest technology.

  • 2015

    In 2015, LMC Caravan GmbH & Co. KG celebrates “60 years of passion for caravanning" at the factory site in Sassenberg and launches an attractive special model each as a caravan and motorhome. 

  • 2005 - 1995

    In 1995, T.E.C. relocated from Mühlheim to a new building in Sassenberg. The turn of the century was marked by investments in a new customer service centre and a new production and logistics hall, as well as in machinery and systems. In 2005, LMC started making alcoves and semi-integrated motorhomes on the Ford Transit chassis.

  • 1993 - 1991

    In 1991, the company was acquired by Erwin Hymer. LMC-Caravan GmbH continued its successful growth. From 1993, LMC built caravans for T.E.C.

  • 1986 - 1981

    In 1981, the production facilities on Rudolf-Diesel-Straße in Sassenberg were extended. Followed by the establishment of a new company, LMC Lord Münsterland Caravan GmbH and the involvement of new shareholders. 1985 saw widespread success with the Münsterland, Luxus, Münsterland-Dominant, Lord and Lord Exquisit model ranges. Exports increased. From 1986, the first motorhomes of the "Liberty" series roll off the production line.

  • 1976

    Due to the rapid growth in orders until 1974, much of the production was handled in cooperation with Karmann in Rheine. Model ranges: Lord, Münsterland. In 1976, the 10,000th caravan leaves production. In 1978, additional facilities were built in Warendorf in order to produce motorhomes.

  • 1966

    In 1966, Wilhelm Saure from Herdecke acquired Austermann in Sassenberg, which had since enjoyed success with its legendary Knospe. “Wilhelm Saure KG” was founded. Until 1970, the expansion of operations on Drostenstraße in Sassenberg resulted in further growth.

  • 1955

    The question of who would own the rights to the design was resolved randomly by playing a game. After the game, the Falter I was renamed the Hartmann. That was in 1952. As Mr Austermann wanted to have his own motorhome, however, he quickly built one for himself. Which led to the creation of the legendary "Knospe" in 1955. Due to the strong demand, he started production of the "Knospe" and manufactured it in various designs with 15 employees until the mid-1960s.

  • 1950

    Back in the 1950s, the “Sauerland" was already a popular holiday destination. Including for two men from Warendorf who regularly spent their holidays there, motor biking, paddle boating and camping. One exceptionally rainy night as the water streamed through their tent, Austermann the designer and Hartmann the coachbuilder had an idea: they devised, designed, drew – and finally developed – their first caravan: the Falter I..
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Our Highlights for Our Anniversary Year

The LMC 70 Years Editions

453D & 493K

LMC Style

Our Style series has been given a special upgrade for the 70th-anniversary models. The floor plans 453D and 493K are presented in an elegant gray instead of sage green and shine on the outside with their stylish special decals. A true highlight is the illuminated awning rail, which adds unique accents.

603 (Fiat)

LMC Innovan

Our Innovan 603 on a Fiat base stays true to itself – yet feels completely new! New upholstery with fine embroidery, fresh anniversary decals, and practical features make it a standout highlight among the 70th-anniversary special models. Perfect for anyone looking to combine functionality with style.

Lift 663 G & T 663 G

LMC Tourer

The 70th-anniversary edition of our Tourer series is available as a semi-integrated model or with a lift bed option – suitable for two or four people. The floor plans T 663 G and H 663 G combine compact functionality with modern comfort, offering travelers maximum flexibility.

V 643 G

LMC Cruiser 

The Cruiser Van V 643 G impresses with its spacious bathroom, comfortable single beds, and the dynamic spirit of the Cruiser series. The 70th-anniversary edition stands out with exclusive design details and delivers an unparalleled driving experience.

We’re celebrating, and you’re celebrating with us!

Learn more about our exclusive 70th-anniversary special models and discover innovation in retro design.
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