A completely different campervan conversion : Affinity van

Affinity was started by Jacek Jaskot who was formerly in charge at Globe Traveller. He has designed this vehicle which is completely different. It has only two prices - one for the Fiat Ducato and another for the Peugeot Boxer engines - everything else is included. There is a motorhome type layout with the kitchen behind the forward facing bench which also converts into a bunk for two. At the rear there is an electrically elevating side bed.
I am going to name this the best series build campervan that I know - and I think that I have probably seen just about all the camper vans available on the European market.
First, I need to explain what I mean by series. I have borrowed this word from languages such as French and German, where it is mass produced. I don't think campervans are mass produced because their quantity is so small so series seems a suitable word as it does not indicate this in English. Obviously a campervan made exclusively to order will always be better and suit the requirements of the buyer more than one bought 'off the shelf'.
The reasons I think it is the best series produced campervan are because of :
1. the insulation and in particular the double floor,
2. the rear elevating bed which would allow a bicycle to be placed in the garage - the only side bed campervan that I know of that can do this.
3. the ingenious bunk beds at the front
4. overall look and in particular light thanks to the front sloping roof with large panoramic window and second skylight
5. complete : solar included in the price.
6. all inclusive price without costly factory options. : on Fiat Ducato EUR75k, on Peugeot Boxer EUR70k.
I live in a motorhome full time and travel around Europe in it. I spend most of my time in Poland, Germany and Italy. Vanlife is my life.
In my KZbin channel, I present reviews of recreational vehicles. Here you will find camper vans and motorhomes from the cheapest camper vans to the most expensive luxury liners, from various companies including Hobby, Hymer, Carthago, Westfalia, Wingamm, La Strada, Clever Vans, Pössl, Bürstner, Niesmann Bischoff, Action Mobil, Reisemobil Manufaktur, Robeta, Trigano, Challenger, EuraMobil, Laika, Forster, Mobilvetta Design, Affinity, Globe Traveller, Benimar, Roller Team, Adria, Tourne, Megamobil, VW, Mercedes, CS, Renault, Ford, Fiat, Carado, Sunlight, Baileys, Chausson, Balcamp, Knaus, Weinsberg and others.
I cover equipment, including 12v electrical equipment and talk a lot about lithium batteries.
I also show some of the places I have visited in Europe in my own motorhome, as well as the places you can stay at! I try to give as much coverage as I can to official campsites and free places which I use for overnighting. Therefore you can find here the aire or stellplatz that you are possibly looking for.

[@dand5829]

Absolutely love the creativity of the switchblade bench/bed thing. This van overall is nicer (and cheaper) than 90% of the offerings here in the states.

[@liefung6438]

That bunk beds are a really good idea. The shower room is so spacious. And the storages are plenty. I like this van. 👏👏

[@lorrainechircop4411]

Most ingenious with the bunk bed design and the concept of narrow cupboards opens the floor plan, very clean.

[@casekocsk]

Looks nice... It has almost everything... Kitchen, lots of storage, bathroom, huge garage... even three beds.

[@Experterrors]

Very innovative and practical layout. I’m impressed.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Glad you like it!

[@pameaves3170]

I am so impressed with this camper van. This is the very first one I've ever liked. I can't believe all the storage. Sure wish he would have told the MSRP.

[@debvoz]

What an original and innovative design. I love the kitchen and I really like the bed arrangement in the front, simply brilliant

[@MrDavfit]

Great layout ...moving from the past..yeah

[@albertm222]

Almost 60k subscribers!!!!!!!! Alan, thank you so much for your hard work and dedication. You have the best YT RV channel.

[@annic7995]

This feels like my room. I only need the nice kitchenette and that fabulous shower! 😺

[@FORKinFISH]

I like seeing the vans with alternative designs.

[@BrianLovasz]

This was impressive! I really like the layout and the crazy front beds! :)

[@charlessalisbury6083]

Quite like this one,toilet is a lot bigger than expected and generally a good van

[@DEEBEE-ey2xv]

This is the best one Iv seen up to now. Thank you for sharing.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hywel3143]

A motorhome ambiance, high quality of finish and a brilliant double bunk solution :-) So refreshing to see an innovative design such as this, thank you Alan. It makes the EHG solution for a third berth for example in the Carado V132 look half-hearted in comparison. Also the solution in the HYMER Exsis-T 374 is particularly disappointing, given the price point... Please may I request some videos about short wheel base three and four berths when you visit Caravan Salon? I am trying to square the circle trying to find a 6 metre or 6.36 metre campervan/Carado V 337 style coach built van with German style longitudinal beds and also a viable third berth for a large child.

[@daddynugent]

That is an innovative approach that presents the owner with lots of options, I like it and it look like good value.

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

Looks like one of the clever and ingenious DIY conversione seen on YT but made by professionals - and you can see it!

[@Piner5074]

Really like that set up, it’s been really well thought out, and is quite innovative, excellent use of space 👍

[@mjph89]

I love the bunk beds :-) I love the layout.

[@gumbokitchen8279]

Really brilliant. I love the idea of a roof bed like in the Hymer Vision Venture, and then a bed above the passenger seats so you have have the living and kitchen out the back. But i haven't seen anyone else do this, until now. This is great. (id still put a roof bed in and have the back doors where the couch and kitchen is.

[@jeannekim4042]

Your tours are the best! Keep them coming!

[@dantheman321]

I make campervans for a living as you will see through my channel and it's hard to be impressed sometimes when you see the these videos but I have to say this is very impressive. I really like this one, thanks Alan👍

[@Ded-Ede]

Wow. Awesome campervan. So much to love.

[@gregpendrey6711]

Genius plus spontaneous dance music. Got me movin'

[@ON-zx1yj]

Certainly different but I’m not convinced on any level, let alone price (compared to the Malibu you viewed at €48k). Climbing over one another to get out to the washroom, nowhere to store wash things for up to four people. The bed gets used as a dumping ground for the kitchen and the duvet gets caught in the fridge door. The sideboard would not hold nearly enough storage in my opinion. Interesting? Yes but not competitive. My vote is with the Adria but presumably this works for some people who want large shower rooms! Thanks for showing.

[@azeddinenajib]

You are completly right mate absolutely a massive price for a van like those To buy a similar brand new van and convert it to a camper it won't cost that price Ridiculous and rip off Thank you for your videos God bless

[@TheJamesJones]

Wish we had some floor plans like that in the US. Very nice and innovative layout.

[@wideawake8190]

very smart design...especially the unk beds. Tons of storage. My favorite.

[@LaurinGarcia]

OK... I was doing fine just watching and thinking that yeah, the layout is indeed very different for a campervan. But then... MY JAW DROPPED WHEN I SAW THE... BUNK BEDS!!!! Holy Cow! I am seeing it but I still can't believe it! How the heck? WOW! Mind blown! Game changer!!! 😲🚐🛌🤯

[@annic7995]

Nice bunk beds! 👍👍👍

[@aurematic]

Wowrrible Idea with those folding beds!!!

[@landy660]

Not only is that clever, it's actually very well thought out. It makes such a change. Add an underslung LPG tank, (I don't like the idea of gas bottles in the living area, although it does keep them warm on a winters day) it would make it perfect.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Good point!

[@tonykirk1966]

Definitely! And an oven. Great van conversion though.

[@voyageadventurevans]

The kitchen area and front bed system remind me very much of the Nugget - I think it was westfalia , but its a while ago now. It had a similar lower bed that pulled out and tucked under the kitchen. Quite clever , but does kill your kitchen space....But as with mot things in a panel van conversion, you cant have it all. Compromise is the name of the game. This one is definitely different with some innovative features.

[@robertcoren7318]

Looks solidly built and I like the layout. The bunk beds for kids look great but I hope no one falls from the top bunk.

[@stardust1113]

Original and nice wood details!

[@vanessamacdonald9153]

Very clever design! Thanks for posting

[@shawngehred6946]

Way cool layout. Great touring van

[@mortenthenorwegian2875]

Very good layout!

[@tanagreiner6906]

What a great idea on the extra beds. 🙌🏼 well done

[@brandonwalksto3560]

Love the layout of that van a family of 4 could go on holiday in it

[@basecamper7504]

What a clever design, I really like this van, refreshingly different.

[@alcatraz3603]

So basically it’s an European version ofWinnebago travato. Very nice and unique

[@frankhughes7135]

Hi Alan I really like the layout.Hard to believe you can get so much equipment in a Campervan.

[@phillipjknight]

Really nice to see something new.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Glad you like it!

[@Denverman1]

Really brilliant design, I love it.

[@unclej3423]

Great engineering 👍

[@grumpygrandpa3640]

Now that’s a thing of beauty wish I had €80,000 knocking about for one

[@philippaclarke3735]

Really clever use of limited space! Great for a family with a couple of children.

[@CrypticConversions]

Great surprises there! Now, just allow the bed in back to turn into a couch electronically, making the last half of the bed become slightly less than vertical.

[@CrypticConversions]

Wait. At about 8:41 it looks like the bed can be put in a reclining position.

[@Mandofour]

Yes, it can

[@clementeyanez3307]

Buen video Alan, gracias por subirlo, cordial saludo desde GDL jal Mex.

[@KILLER_BEAN_UNLEASHED_FOREVER]

Nice Layout 👌👍

[@milesgentry850]

THANK YOU ALAN..NICE FLOORPLAN WITH BUNKS!❤SKYLIGHTS..ALMOST FORGOT!

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@subrimedzoafin2927]

Crazy cool beds

[@amerruru2443]

Thank you so much 🌻

[@VanlifewithAlan]

You are so welcome

[@malcolmrowe5031]

Very clever, I'm impressed!

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@antglu123]

Stunning

[@VanlifewithAlan]

It really is!

[@Animewrld177]

Best compact living van I’ve seen has all u possibly need in

[@ballisticdan9135]

Sleeping mode with 4 beds and you can still make a cuppa. Nice.

[@mauro6826]

Hi Alan, I like this van. Bed is not large, but my wife will sleep alone... and I can close her in the bath. Mauro

[@bosvigos9165]

Neat! I love this, something a little different.

[@Neolithika]

Wow. This is very new! I like it, very refreshing.

[@gezb99]

I do like this one - Cheers Alan - ;O)

[@MAN-113]

Очень продуманно. Спасибо за обзор. Напоминает польскую компанию globe-traveller.

[@famous3318]

So good

[@SueElliott1]

Can’t get enthusiastic about the French bed. Good video though, thanks Alan.

[@SueElliott1]

Fabulous for a couple though!

[@SueElliott1]

Actually if I was to travel alone this would be perfect and those single bunk beds are ingenious!

[@kelmscot21237]

WOW!!! I want this!

[@rs666sathan666pk]

Similar approach but I prefer how Globe Traveller does this.

[@lilianvieira7615]

i loved

[@BWanderers]

Nice review! Interesting design. R.

[@marissaalfaro3648]

Wow i love it beautiful

[@kittecat963]

That's a beautiful bunk bed set up. I was just wondering if there are bunk bed set ups for campers and this was uploaded.

[@user-wo4zd4ii1s]

I think horizontal murphy bunk beds would be a great way to keep floor space open when not in use.

[@shelleymcdaniel42]

This was amazing

[@Le_Corse_Belge]

that's so practical !!!

[@lifeslight980]

I love it... I want it! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@marygaelen5678]

Genius

[@colorsrainbow7306]

How I wish I can make my own Camper can .

[@christianlewisphotography6910]

A campervan to me is one with a pop top. This is a motorhome to me.

[@susannahleggatt939]

Ooo yes, I love this one.

[@brendenellasfunadventures4186]

Wow that seat turn into 2 beds I’ve never seen that in my entire life . Always looking for something that’s sleeps four

[@mferrarorace]

I like the floor plan. The 2 front skylights in the same place is goofy and the window in your bed right where your head is not very private. The quality is better and price is half of what we pay for cheap crap in the states. You must go to a pro builder to get anything nice.

[@brentanderson1130]

I like it

[@ohduana6746]

That bathroom 😍

[@michaelhalstead7532]

If you dont mind your bedding smelling like bacon its perfect haha

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Why should it smell of bacon?

[@jsanders240782]

Love love love 💓

[@carolynhaywood7701]

Very nice

[@neitzp]

I'm in love!

[@andrewgrenville5330]

This is clever, maybe too clever. The locker above the wardrobe looks like it would obstruct the opening of the wetroom 06:15 if left open and your partner exited the shower. Or does the door open underneath it when fully open?

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Andrew, one tends not to leave lockers open in vans!

[@colorsrainbow7306]

How I wish I can make my own Camper van

[@ianfurqueron5850]

Wow. Impressive. Not quite what I personally need, but otherwise I like it. Too bad it's not available on this side of the pond.

[@bitsandbobs6329]

Very nice..sadly I would never be able to have it in my life unless I buy a lotto and get a jockpot.

[@Brenda-gv3cc]

Love this

[@amanitamuscaria7500]

Love it

[@interspeciesfamily8043]

Sooo, now that something different HAS come up, I do wonder: has anyone ventured removing the front Passenger Seat/s and all cabinets or cubbyhole systems that're usually at the front, all-together. Then customizing that into a full-blown office with all Media that is to say printer, scanner, filing system etc, with a swivel driver seat to be seated as though in an office. Why are we constantly adding seats instead of taking them away and making the space more efficient for full-time lone-vanners. A sort of SURROUND office. Covid times and whole social distancing, working remotely etc, lends to SO VERY MANY possibilities and approaches.

[@wildgeese5707]

The camper vans available in Europe are far superior in finish and design to those available in the states. Wish American manufacturers would look eastward for creativity and innovation!

[@robertking5618]

Love it!

[@CYCJTELEVISION08]

😍

[@chrisneedham5803]

Beautiful campervan 👍🇬🇧🍺🍷🇬🇧👍🔙🔜

[@gasgas2689]

It still has this peculiar European idea that in the washroom basin the water drains away as soon as you turn on the tap. Unless as you say you add a bowl, but why don't they just make the basin the shape of a bowl with a drain plug in the first place? With this, you have to keep a bowl somewhere, taking up valuable space. I do like the wood grain pattern and it is continuous where doors and drawers join. Presumably it isn't real veneer, just vinyl wrap?

[@btbcc12859]

If it has a drain then you have to remember to drain it and dry the bowl before folding.

[@loveu2222]

I'm not sure about this floorplan,I don't like my bed next to the kitchen

[@daviddredge1178]

I always like to see different approaches and this seems very good. But where do you put the bedding for the front beds during the day?