You want a camper van but aren’t sure whether you should buy a completed van or build it yourself. Deciding this requires valuing trade-offs involving time, cost, and user experience. Most DIY builders are attracted to doing the work themselves to save money. While it’s true that doing your own labor will save you cash, … Read more
5,000 – 225,000 That’s a big range but there are many factors to consider here and it all adds up. And some money. The van itself (Ford and Mercedes are the most popular choices) generally costs between 12,000 and 85,000 dollars depending on size (high top, extended, etc), engine choices (diesel vs gas), drivetrain (AWD/4WD, … Read more
If you have decided against purchasing a completed van (either new or used) and prefer to build it yourself you shouldn’t try to reinvent the wheel. There are many resources (like this website and others) that provide inspiration, education, and products meant to help. You do not need to have any specific skills (you can … Read more
