2020 Sportsmobile Classic 4x4 Camper Van Tour - Old School Esthetics With Modern Technology

Growing up, I idolized the 4x4 Ford Sportsmobile. It was awesome to be able to tour the new 4x4 Classic!
Also, just to clear things up, I do not and have not ever made money from manufacturers to feature rigs. I post rigs because I hope you will enjoy them. I hope you enjoy this one.
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[@RandoCommando]

Dude. Clean your camera lens! LOL

[@lopdaniel]

HOW MUCH?

[@markconger8049]

“Camp indefinitely or until you run out of beer.” Best line I’ve heard in a while!

[@realonethreesevens3640]

Y'all have to understand. Folks take out a loan, begin to make payments, live out of this solely as their house until its paid off. Not saying I would do it, but its not unfeasible, it could be done.

[@dadautube]

good idea but by the time it's paid off the vehicle mileage is also probably exhausted off too!

[@WolfgangWilbois]

That‘s a great van, with a great style.For me, this looks perfect for weekend trips. I would miss a toilet and a shower for longer trips and therefore I‘m converting a Skoolie. So thumbs up 👍👍 Best wishes from Germany Wolfgang

[@ronniewatkins6465]

He said it has a porta potty that pulls out (with its own individual water source) and an outside shower (hot and cold water) that pulls out and has a curtain that wraps around...So, you would be covered!

[@shellyskye527]

Fabulous, but way too spendy for many mortals.

[@johnm2482]

Nice but too expensive of a toy for me. This is a rich man's camper.

[@rouka120]

Brad Ley, amen. I can only dream of getting ahold of that much money. I’m struggling to save up to afford a small truck camper right now.

[@michaelkaylor6770]

It if it was a house/car/Tent combo it is cheap, all perspective I guess!

[@musmustafa7900]

For a house it is cheap but for a toy it is expensive..

[@mollywolmuth]

Why have van tour videos become my secret obsession?

[@Raquel6470]

Mine too!!!!! I’m SOOOOOOO obsessed! I want to try this so bad! We’ll see! #gottagethubbyonboard

[@zonacrs]

For those asking about the price, about 180k. Check out We're the Russos.

[@akaricke]

That is frigging nuts

[@knifemaker2472]

Starship Enterprise of vans. Cool...but anybody that can afford that...would just fly or do charter jets for their travels. They’d get out for the hikes, bikes, etc., but they aren’t gonna put up with the nut job eyes glued to a phone while passing in right lane going 90 mph idiots that have made travel so dangerous these days. They’re selling T shirts in Chicago that say “I survived I-57”.....it’s got that bad.

[@maehay4065]

Well thought out rig! It has everything I would want in a part time van build!👍

[@DivineZeal]

I can dig it. Needs some more beer tho

[@bseries8826]

My dream type set up Van😍

[@stevezwemer1262]

Nice camper until you run out of beer .... and you realize how much money you just spent.... lol.

[@kimhorton6109]

Brilliant. Looks very well thought out. Comfy, efficient.

[@uptone12111]

The most awesome toy that I can never justify

[@FieldVan]

Hey! Jonny here - Are you okay if we repost this on our accounts? We will of course tag and give you guys credit. Let us know!

[@engrcumins9809]

Love the concept. Hate the design. Gas engine. No diesel. What does it get; 4 mpg? You folks at SPORTSMOBILE need to hire Andrew St.Pierre-White to design you a rig that will actually work. Look up 4xoverland. Check out his build on his Landcruiser. Much smaller vehicle with much better use of space. The SPORTSMOBILE shown in this video is a joke compared to Andrew's Troopy. As a matter of fact everything coming out of Australia and South Africa, if it were available in the U.S., would put everybody making campers, and touring vehicles in the U.S. out of business overnight. Get with the program, guys.

[@dougc190]

I know this is an old post but what do you want to do Ford doesn't offer a diesel what are they supposed to do EPA ain't going to let them put one in it. And I think they build a fine 4x4 rig. they've been doing it for years I don't think they need any help

[@smallfootprint2961]

Great layout and design. Did I miss the cost?

[@mattisixx1699]

Nope. It's like a 200k van, I wouldn't say the price either. It's a really cool van but a huge waste of money

[@kntwing23]

I RATHER HAVE A SMALL REAL SHOWER INSIDE THE MONSTER TRUCK...THE BED TOOK MOST SPACE.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Sweet ! I knew Sportsmobile was going to come up with some new ideas. After they stopped making the iconic Econoline in reality the fiberglass shell may be a better idea than the old factory metal vans ? I guess there are always pros and cons to it all I know that there are a couple of companies online that specialize in selling cutaways 4wd Ambulances with out the box is that something Sportsmobile would Work on or are they like Quigley. Who only does new vehicles just curious my Uncle did a Ford Quigley conversion to haul a camper back and forth to Alaska I actually like yours better as far as Stance and over all appearance as in reality my Uncle never really finished his as far as accessories etc in his defense he kept it simple for hauling Deer or whatever else he would hunt he had Quigley install their carpeted liners on the walls and head liner with insulation and a rubber floor mat then he did install a bench seat with seat belts for passengers but your couch/bed is a better idea IMO

[@stuartfischbach9420]

I had the 2003 4x4 model for a while ... the SMB has 10' smaller turning radius than the Quigley setup; even less than the standard E350 had.

[@Harlem139Convent1]

This is perfect, more practical and homely than those huge earth roamers!

[@ChessDiagnostic]

What about air conditioning? I would think in this van you'd be going into the desert etc. I saw a heater but no air conditioner.

[@lily91109]

Looks amazing... But double check your lens.

[@ediekoller1144]

Nice camper if your rich but then I am not a camper.

[@TheBiggerDavo]

Seems unnecessarily expensive for what it is. Really nice tho. The off road aspect is where all that money goes if its important or no object.

[@พัทธะพลปานกล่ํา-ค9ฟ]

ซ่อมรถและเก็บปืน👍

[@NewAgeDIY]

The camper does have some features but for the size it’s not really though out that good. The toilet appears to be lacking a real home. Overall I would give this a Doug score of 35 out 100. But for beer storage you get a 10 out of 10.

[@JonathanLong]

Some?. Whens the last time your camper was optioned with dynatrac axles, a transfer with quick disconnect to either axle, be able to climb moab and still fit in a garage

[@RicardoRoams]

@@JonathanLong , Even with the pop top down I think it might be a little too tall to fit in a standard garage.

[@asteiner9181]

Most of these start $175K ! Wowza

[@gungfuriceboy]

Sportsmobile...Many years of 'Overland' experience..That Van is Amazing!!! i Realize the Sprinter has become quite 'popular' as well! Just a question though ..would The Company consider doing a 'PoP-Up'...configuration for the Smaller Metris 136WB Cargo Van in the Future ( would be Nice to Stand Up 'Straight' in the Van...)!???... Would be nice if they had a 4x4 'Option' on the Metris as well!.....I'm just the occasional 'Weekend Warrior'...& i believe the Metris would be 'Perfect' for a lot of 'Campers'. ( use it for their 'Daily Driver' too...). Cheers Canada.

[@Viajero69]

Dude, close the beer fridge door!

[@ginielvillacote2372]

How long is this vehicle?, according to fords website the cutaway E350 has a total length of 241.9 Inches which is way higher than on the Sportsmobile website it says its only 211.9 to 231.9 inches, which is the correct length?, cant find any info on this.

[@urmeurme918]

I liked the video very much,

[@thesanctuary225]

Sportsmobile is the best of the best of the best overland vehicle ever have existed on the planet Earth. My dream car...

[@eclectictomboy6873]

Does it get better than 12 mpg. with all the heavy stuff? Induction is nice for inside for sure.

[@Tasha_Russia]

Hello from Russia, we also love to travel. I liked the video very much, a lot of useful ideas. Many thanks.

[@Veganrv]

Haha, one of our viewers spotted us in your shot at around 10:14. Sorry! :D

[@RowynDaily]

How much is the van cost?

[@lingdatang669]

ltcomment outside shower

[@garychristison5773]

I'm looking at a Sportsmobile build and this only hits on three of my top five must haves, 60%. A grade of D. It's ok.

[@brad4908]

You have 450amp hours of lithium and you can only run your fridge for 5 days without charging? How inefficient is that fridge?

[@carrdoug99]

I LOVE THIS VAN! Really sucks they aren't making them at this time.😣 Found out about them a year too late.😢

[@efrendotillos457]

HOW TO ORDERED IT THE CONTACT

[@Mr.Ramirez95]

I enjoy DIY van builds way more. They are more inspirational and unique and most importantly, they don't require an arm and a leg from the average Joe.

[@jerbiusha8207]

This is a rich man's camper.

[@socal_la4080]

I am putting in a turbocharger & decatting the exhaust & I am sending it😂😎 #hooligan #sentit #nitrocircus

[@richardp.4250]

Asthetics !!!

[@dadautube]

one of the best van > camper conversions ever! great job! me wanteth one of these in white exterior color! :-)

[@1Troutguy]

what are the prices.

[@tomposti6361]

That means this body is also available without the 4x4 system ?

[@MarvFitBikesKicks]

this is so perfect

[@TheBullgang]

Where to store dry wood?

[@shijanzia2469]

” Best line I’ve heard in a while!

[@concreteart101]

Do you sell do it yourself suspension brackets...?

[@Vipenstrike]

Quite the beast. Not affordable in the least though.

[@Sig721Tau]

How much for this campervan setup?

[@xpez9694]

I want one of these before I get too old to drive anywhere..LOL

[@wosufvai5321]

The most awesome

[@haronmia1447]

The most awesome

[@rocksteady13]

Excellent

[@allensbbqrotisserie5989]

Anyone do these in Hawaii? Like Hawaii kai area

[@tylerofviolence]

Too expensive as far as a place to drink beer off road is concerned

[@Tejah]

Hell ya baby!

[@maverick4080]

What would a 2WD version cost?

[@momimnokla5157]

nice car

[@raniohidul4174]

so nice

[@shakiln39]

It was awesome to be able to tour the new 4x4

[@nokiacoling9871]

perfect

[@peterkahapea8536]

Well, nothing was said about the engine and if it's still the V-10 gas or if you can get diesel as an option. So one would have to check out the Sportsmoble web page.

[@zonacrs]

They build them on the ford E series cutaway. Check out the ford web site for specs. www.ford.com/commercial-trucks/e-series-cutaway/?gnav=header-all-vehicles

[@jerbear2199]

I want one!!! can I buy this one lol

[@aloezbaki9881]

nice

[@alofarbi312]

nice

[@nilagazi7935]

fine

[@alommia7871]

fine

[@moklessvai303]

nice

[@frariyaurme9930]

fine

[@nicholaszimmerman922]

What does a van like that cost?

[@dougg1075]

Bad arse

[@NoProGoPronto]

Hi Chris, Do you think you could ever go back to living in a smaller vehicle like this full time after living in such larger rigs over the years? Just curious. Thanks :-)

[@TinyHomeTours]

Absolutely, that is one of the reasons I got an Element. To make a smaller camper to travel in.

[@neaumusic]

this is the best build ive ever seen

[@jonhubbard5787]

Dont forget.. it has seatbelts.

[@rydstallion75]

It's very nice. I looked into these types of Vans because I assumed they should be cheaper than class b full camper vans. Ford econoline cargo van......around 30k or 40k dollars brand new........this thing, around 90k?!!! Doesn't make sense. It doesn't cost 50 thousand dollars to make a countertop, some cupboards and a bed!

[@YoDude874]

Send me one!! I’ll review it😉

[@Raquel6470]

This is nice! I missed the price! But I can tell this is up there! At least 60K. But it’s so bad a*#!!! Thanks for sharing

[@JonathanLong]

60k would be just the interior my guy

[@RicardoRoams]

@Solitary Man More like 180K , plus tax and license of course.

[@breakerone9r]

How much do they cost?

[@thebeardedgorilla8596]

That's a badass rig...

[@Desertvanlife]

Not a good fulltime rig Cf80 would have been a better fridge No stove No indoor shower ? And how much...... ahhhhhh no I'll pass Take that kind of money build my own rig with way better components And have money to live on for 5+ years

[@jackiew6521]

How much is it?

[@christianharnisch3936]

Lagunitas ftw!

[@faconakter5741]

It was awesome

[@luckylucy12lucky]

Damn nice camper!

[@richardp.4250]

Esthetics ???

[@agoneeee4802]

Cool

[@blippacg]

Love it!

[@rod22lt]

I won’t own a ford...do u still do pop tops on the gm?

[@DavidHuffTexas]

The Sportsmobile website specifically mentions that they build on the GM platform as well.

[@geebav1]

On a quiet night you can hear a chevy rust

[@ozobianwadibia]

How much does it cost?

[@fordilac]

3 yrs wages (before taxes) and your first born child.

[@StellarFella]

I do not want to store a port-o-potty just underneath the microwave and just next to the refrigerator. Way too unsanitary. Yeck!

[@region4243]

Yeah they try, but nothing beats a homemade van build. I just don't like how factory made it looks

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Nice but way to small inside.

[@mechanicsteve2320]

It needs more aggressive tires on it to truly be off road capable.