Van Tour of a Couple Living Cheap in a Cargo Van

In today's video, I take a tour of my friends Ann and Guy's very nice Ford van that they have turned into their own amazing tiny house on wheels. Why do such young people want to chuck it all and live in a van? Even more puzzling, how can they afford it and isn't it really hard for a couple to live in a van? In this interview, we'll find answers to those questions and more by taking a Tour of their van!
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[@MadnomadM]

Habitat ReStores are gold mines! Nice build. Thanks for sharing.

[@debicaron6046]

I loved it when they said.."We like each other, alot"! What a great van..and, yes you would have to like each other alot to live in a van with 2 people and large dog.. another great video Bob.

[@kathyschaefer2455]

Thanks Bob and yes I did I drink protein all the time never thought of putting ice in them. That was great, I don’t throw them away anyway I use them to store food in. Now I have something else to use them for as well. Great van for 2

[@yusefalabami4178]

Marriage is nothing but a big compromise. If you're stubborn and bullheaded, you might want to save yourself the grief and stay single.

[@thehomeplatespecial597]

the forest service is citing people for not having an address???!! wow. How is that constitutional? That needs to be challenged. Being houseless is not a crime and it shouldnt be prosecuted.

[@debbiepotter6413]

I was homeless. I didn’t have an address. I would do fight that

[@SNAKEPIT359]

The Home Plate Special Folks you need to look up Common law and legislation law. Many of these legislation laws they are imposing on people are not lawful. They go against our common law rights. They are being used to kerb our rights and freedom and penalty taxes. They are only enforceable by consent. If they ask you. Answer with a question. Am I obliged to answer that question?

[@jimsteele2072]

South Dakota. P.O. Box

[@jgjg3848]

You have a driver's license for driving around & living in your auto, so just use that address.

[@getlostwhenwondering393]

You need an address for your drivers license

[@cathyleegrantham-schreifel7269]

Smart and well-planned. No wonder they get along so well. I think they thought of everything. I love it when a plan comes together and seeing 2 people work like a well-oiled machine is refreshing!

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

Thank you!!❤

[@mollygrubber]

Great setup and really nice people. And I love the accent :)

[@jgjg3848]

It just screams east coast doesn't it? lol

[@luvangelmyers2731]

⭐️The creativity these people have in these videos amazes me!! I can't wait til my husband and I are able to hit the road!😀

[@alanandcyndi9335]

Bob, you have created such an amazing legacy by inspiring so many people to take the leap into a nomadic life! Thanks for your service to humanity in your videos, the RTR, WRTR, and Van Build events, the Caravans, and the new Homes on Wheels Alliance. We hope we will meet you someday to thank you in person.

[@ruthlyons54]

Loving the positivity! I long to wake up in the desert, take a walk while drinking morning coffee, check out the tracks from the night before! It would be more awesome to have a partner to share with? Or would it?😂😂

[@lindabonkoski2673]

😆

[@clevernamehere]

OMG!!!! This is my dream life! I bought an RV...it's 32'...WAY TO MUCH!!!! So I'm selling and THIS is the plan!!! Whoo

[@DarylBambic]

I can do that! And I am going to! Departure is slated for November 2019. Maybe I'll be at the RTR...

[@judyabernathy80]

This guy is a brilliant carpenter/electrician/solar man, etc. nice couple!

[@KlingonPrincess]

Seriously brilliant "trash can. " I'm stealing this idea! Thank you!

[@lynneb.r.6176]

Ann and Guy it’s not what you said it’s that Yankee Doodle speech that kept me riveted. I enjoyed a lot of what you spoke about too. 👍

[@chrisreed26]

What I like about Bob's videos and his channel is that it's drama free and he features topics that are actually useful such as other van tours, product reviews and ideas on locations to boondock..btw..Thule is pronounced "Toola" ...the "H" is silent..call them and you will see!!! haha

[@thegoatman62]

I know I have said it 173 times before, but this is my favorite van!

[@leoneranger9348]

Brilliant fit out! Simple, cheap and well thought out. Guy and Anne, you make me see that I CAN DO THAT too 👍🏾🙌🏾✨

[@tybrady64]

Another cool thing about the Instant Pot, is that the pot comes out making it very easy to clean.

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

One pot cooking is the best for cooking and clean up!

[@lovestwolaugh]

Yes, we can do this! After 30 years in the same spot, I'm selling and moving into a Promaster with my disabled daughter! She's 23 and it's time for fun and adventure surrounded by Ma Nature. Thank you Bob, it's because of your channel this is my immediate future

[@valhu5714]

These are very one sided presentations of van living. For every person who enjoys this life style I'm sure there are many others who give it up after a short time due to the many complications that can pop up and the severely restricted living quarters. While it's interesting to watch these people enjoying their lives in the van, it would be very informative to hear about those who did not. People need to know that there can be many complications such as a flat tire, engine problems, sudden illness or injury, car crash, dead battery, etc. What do you do when you're out in the middle of nowhere by yourself and one of these things happen and no cell phone reception? People don't think about the realities of van living, only the pleasure aspect of traveling. A common denominator among the permanent van dwellers is that most are doing it out of necessity due to financial reasons. Even though they say how happy they are living in the van, I think it's because they adjust to the new life style and make the best of it, not because this was their life's aspiration to live in a van. I hope you will make videos of how people dealt with the unexpected problems that arose while living in a van, such as those mentioned, so that others can learn from them, not just the romanticized version of van life.

[@twofacepalmer1212]

I think it would be more accurate to say they live 'out' of a van instead of 'in' a van.

[@cherbear1996]

Pretty decent set up..im a bit more minimalist than that but wouldn't mind using some of those clever ideas..

[@RobandMarvy]

Great information from this couple. It is nice to see a couple living exactly as me, my wife, and our Border Collie will be living starting in Sept 2019!

[@laurascott4217]

Have fun!

[@clarencevandevoort7262]

Hello back in 1969 i lived in a Plymouth valiant station wagon with my girl friend later to be my wife for a year went from Wisconsin to New England from there to Miami from Miami to San Jose California and back to Wisconsin

[@adventurebythemile]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE their van!!! The ceiling is beautiful ,the setup is awesome. Just ingenious how the made it. WOW 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@weekendlovinggypsy1737]

I love that they have a hanging wardrobe. That's awesome.

[@gbarraco8888]

More and more I am thinking it is better to customize myself. This couple is an excellent example of what can be done with ingenuity about what works. Thank you for sharing.

[@experimenteks3974]

Plus you save tons of money.

[@ruinsane100]

I am in love with that embroidered tapestry on the ceiling. Beautiful!

[@debbiblakeslee3995]

Wish I had someone to do it with but I will do it alone ❤️💙💜can't wait planning in the works 🏊🏻‍♀️🚣🏻‍♀️🛴🚲🏜🌋🏕

[@katcankan7129]

Hello Guy & Ann 👋😃. You have a beautiful van build. Clean & practical. I love it 👍😄

[@snooks73]

Very nice. I could live in that.

[@algray2604]

very nice van they made there money go a long way i truly like people who learn to live out side the box thank you Bob,Ann and Guy for a great video.

[@onedaycloser2872]

Very nice....

[@gregdawildmanfast5643]

We have Goal Zero products love them they are the best... and how you get rid of the waste out of the bucket legally....

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

We find a trash can when in the city. If I have to throw the entire container away that's ok. Pick it up cheap at thrift shops. They cost between 10 cents and a quarter.

[@Pack.Leader]

What a great setup! I love the furniture that turned into instant cabinets. The pantry/medicine cabinet is great too. Folding toilet, (that power thing is EXPENSIVE but I guess that charges by solar), and everything else is just perfect. Very impressed. Nice job and great vision for the end product.

[@Bladonna25]

I need a guy like that! In the market actually lol. Have a 5th wheel... need a man and a Dodge 3500 Dually.....not necessarily in that order. 😉

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

Its handy to have a "Guy" like that!!!😁

[@zoommikerobinson3315]

Your bed extension is pretty clever. In my vintage trailer, I kinda did something similar. I need to be wider, and so a small center connection gets the job done. With Rv's etc. etc., it's like Grandpa always said, "You can't program innovation; it's just inside of you".

[@ChiefinGuam]

Nice, simple set up! Thanks for sharing, Bob! And thanks for the tour, Guy & Ann!

[@mouralessable]

GOD'S COUNTRY I appreciate your educational blogs. I’m Santi, age 63 and a disabled veteran. Four months ago, I bought a 2000 Roadtrek from Cowboys RV Mart, Lake Havasu, AZ for $20k. I trusted Sherman, the owner, and the BBB A+ endorsement. I purchased the ‘Trek sight-on-seen as I lived in NV and just had surgery. What was delivered to me was a Dodge Van with a bad engine, bad ecm, non working low beams, bad auxiliary batteries, the battery box metal etched through by battery acid was so extensive the possibility of a battery dropping to the street made immediate repair a necessity. The passenger side axle had worn so thin the new bearing could not be seated. That axle is no longer manufactured. Beware of Cowboys RV Mart, Lake Havasu, AZ.

[@darrin7684]

I luv that 'hidden' cupboard system that Ann insisted upon... will implement it in my own van next year! Tks for sharing.

[@janetkoball44]

I can do that....I'm slower than I thought I would be, but I'm trying not to be so picky so I can hurry up. But...I don't want to have to do somethings over. I've found out during my senior life, to just accept my beginning way and drive away to somewhere. Thanks Bob for another great video. From Central Oklahoma.

[@MrBrianDuga]

He's totally originally from Massachusetts. There's no way that's not a Boston accent.

[@lindylund280]

Nice van, nice couple. Love the fan cover. Clever use of furniture.

[@bingsballyhoo711]

Nat'l Forest fining people for not having an address seems a bit unConstitutional to me. Hmmm. Very nice Rig! Well thought out and organized, and beautiful! And that is truly the best trash can I have ever seen!

[@sunset6010]

They really elevated van life !

[@colleenkaralee2280]

Love the 3qt Instant Pot - made in Canada. Makes the most tender poached chicken thanks to Amy&Jacky recipe. Great idea for the bed fold-out.

[@aprilmayorjune]

Beautiful. Looks like home. Enjoy and kiss the world 😘

[@gettinsumsunmld]

That was a good one. Great setup!

[@thehomeplatespecial597]

Fantastic van build and video. Thank you for sharing.

[@genevievevalle3286]

FYI be careful with Planet Fitness showers one car dweller had his shoes hoodie stole his belongings left the guy shoeless. Another planet Fitness person felt sorry for the guy gave him a hoodie pants and I think also gave him some shoes that fit. He was lucky but just be careful where you leave your belongings and that was in California not sure where but someone is stealing stuff. So just figure give you heads up dont trust the name the people are still doing this.....God Bless

[@Pamela-ro8vh]

Love me some New England folks!

[@kathiwright4849]

I am alarmed by Bob's statement claiming people are being fined for not having an address. Has this always been true? I ask but then realize that it probably has to do with vagrancy laws? Even so, it seems weird, not on Bob's statement, but on the Gov't side...

[@robertmycroft8268]

Due to the Patriot act, you must list 1 State as your domicile. You must be accountable for mail or any other notification by the Government (jury duty, terrorist investigation, ETC...) It is legal to use a mail forwarder business like, but not limited to, Americas Mailbox in Box Elder, SD, Escapees or many other mail forwarder businesses. The Government wants a way to contact you, so, yes, you must have a central, legal site, but you do not have to live there, just accept contacts, mail, subpoena notification, not served, but they want to serve you, notification. You are required, by the Patriot Act, to accept and answer your mail...I know, thank you, big Brother.

[@lindseyvelveeta2156]

Numa Newbern rent a cheap apt for a month or two if you have to renew your license to provide a utility bill and “place of residence” or whatever crap the govt want. When those months are up, re-direct mail to a PO Box or mail forwarding and go about your merry way until the next ten years. Or use a friends address and put the utility in your name for a month. There’s a bunch of ways to get around this Patriot Act BS

[@Chevytravelleruk]

Land of the free?

[@RobandMarvy]

Who carries utilities bills with them? Can you cite where in the Patriot Act you are required to show a utility bill?

[@robertmycroft8268]

@@REVNUMANEWBERN Oh, Lord...Insurance companies have their own rules, yes they do...

[@rhodalee1324]

Hi I was born in Frisbie Memorial. Spent a lot of young life visiting Grammie and aunts in East Rochester. AM now since 1959 living in Nashua. Enjoy your trips.

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

Thanks! ❤❤

[@zazubombay]

So nice to hear from east coast folks and how they've made out. Thanks for the video and happy travels to Ann and Guy!

[@doloresrepace2194]

Van is nice but hopefully one day u will get a high top!

[@wannabevan3697]

They are so from Massachusetts I know that accent anywhere

[@mobilehomelife4028]

Accent was a dead giveaway for New England :-) Love the build.

[@juliancrooks3031]

nothing special here, a lot of people living in vehicles cause they can't afford homes

[@tomtomtomtom58]

its called minrulwool insulation

[@bob_atwestmi_fl_us7812]

Piece and serenity comes in many forms, up lifting to see people that have found what works for them. VERY NICE

[@jackrodgersjr]

Love that ‘Don’t hit me!’ Rear bumper... Oops, its a traction mat.

[@jimleininger8963]

More about the USFS fining people for no address please... sounds like a rumor to me. It seems to me that your driver's license address ought to suffice and it would be smart if your vehicle registration address matched. But I've never heard of anyone being fined for not having an address.

[@Maggie-Gardener-Maker]

It was great interview and tour! Bob captioned at 13:46 that Ann and Gary's social media links would be in the video description but it's not there; I've searched for their youtube without any luck. Has anyone else found them? It sounds like this was made at the January 2018 RTR and now it's November 2018, I'm curious to see how Ann and Gary are doing after being on road all this time and if they are going to RTR again in 2019. There are so many fantastic ideas and useful information in this video; buying a used U-Haul van sounds like a smart idea if a person is going to purchase a van. I've had many different vehicles over the years, my favorite everyday driver was my Ford E150.

[@addressunknown9061]

HandCrafter Maggie Hello below is the link to our channel, please come over and take a look around. As of right now (11/22) the plan is to hit the RTR again. We made a lot of new friends there and we are excited to see them again. Please look for us and stop by and say hello. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4TSiICag6d8eJI

[@tim8767]

Nice homey interior of the van. Cool Vid.

[@nancyhoss7067]

They have a great attitude! Lovely people!!

[@DragonHeartTree]

What do you do all day every day tho? I always wonder because it seems like you’d get bored just vacationing all the time. I mean I know I must be wrong about this because everybody who does a video says how much they like it, but it confuses me because I don’t see what there really is to do each and every day that’s interesting that keeps your brain awake

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

We do all the things we always wanted to do when working. We explore the area, we hike, we write, read, I paint and cook. Guy is always building something and we love to go to thrift shops. Its a nice relaxing pace. Plus we have picked up jobs here and there. Plenty to do!!❤

[@brianperry5576]

Very nice but I would have to make it a high top

[@cesalt2408]

This one is especially good for a low cost build. Thanks!

[@Lotuslaful]

beautiful intelltgent design!

[@caseytorres8702]

Hey Bob - I can do that! Building out my van now! Thanks for all the videos. Really like this couples setup

[@leannaestep3066]

One of my favorite of your videos. What wonderful people.

[@cookinginavanwithann7387]

Thank you❤

[@orangeziggy599]

I guess they'd have to follow the cool temperatures because it could get pretty hot in a van with only a fan for ventilation. Love him and they make a cute couple. Great idea to use colorful pattern on ceiling.

[@babak7743]

Hi Bob Im looking for a van to start a new life , couldnt find yet, i hope tomorrow

[@victoriaheatherly2656]

It looks very comfortable and well made.

[@Kingbasspickleball1]

the review I watched for the goal zero said it can only handle 120W Of solar/ was the review incorrect?/ what are the advantages rather than just the "other" way we normally see on your channel/ I see now his is a way bigger model than you linked. so this takes the place of your SOLAR CONTROLLER and inverter ?

[@addressunknown9061]

I think perhaps the 120w max is for the Yeti 400? We have the larger Yeti 1250 and it handles our 2-100w panels easily. The advantage for is is it is a all in one unit. It contains the solar charge controller, pure Sine inverter, battery. It has AC/DC and USB outputs. The only thing the owner has to do is plug in the solar panels.

[@just__celia]

Must be from Boston with that accent!

[@bigtomsvan4817]

Bob: thanks for sharing Ann and Guy. I also have a Ford and many of the same things they have. its just fun to see other peoples houses(on rubber) thanks Bob for all you do.

[@katadair8783]

Great video but I can't find them on KZbin???? Can someone help a blonde out ? ;)

[@addressunknown9061]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4TSiICag6d8eJI

[@marka7519]

Does anybody know what brand of insulation he is talking about at 0:40? On further thought, he's probably talking about Rockwool Roxul

[@addressunknown9061]

Yes those are two brand names for basically the same product.

[@MsChristyMarie]

Wonderful home and couple! 👏🏼

[@cgaileys1]

This setup is amazing. This is doable for me. I love the pantry and wardrobe! Lovely.

[@mdsju2mia]

so soon, I'm on the road, in the contiguous 48 by end of next July (2019) it's all coming together! YAY! Hope to meet you all on the Road and at RTR, Van Build and all other exciting gatherings. And sites of the US along the way. And I've found another friend here on USVI-STX that's got the same plan about the same time! We're on! Thank you Bob, you've been an inspiration. I write notes all the time about the products that each interviewee uses... got some good tips from Ann and Guy here too. Thanks!

[@FreeRV]

Hi! Wow 2 videos in 2 hours! Impressive hard work ethics! Love the tour: very simple and practical minimalist dream on wheels! Cute dog as well! Thank you for sharing

[@BrokerBarbara119]

A Sportsmobile pop top giving nearly 8' of headroom would be lovely on this beautiful van!

[@gbmarie836]

He should change his You Tube name to Forever Lost to match his sign.

[@SarahTree]

I love their bed! It looks like it works great :-D

[@dwohio6398]

Excellent tour.

[@anitawhittington130]

Bob for president!

[@shakesbits5220]

THANK YOU! Finally someone not just throwing eis directly into the chest. I really never understood why people would do that instead of using containers and then use the meltwater for dishes or washing (or even drinking if the container is clean...)

[@gingersnapjudy]

When using my Coleman Electric Cooler I've put ice inside a container. That way leakage doesn't get in the electric fan! But hadn't thought of doing it in a regular cooler.

[@lucklynnday2807]

Exactly, and getting a bunch of water in the food. To each their own, but I never understood putting the ice straight in with the food and whatnot.

[@mokeebear]

Once again a great video. It always amazes me of the builds people have done

[@samuraikitty18]

Do you worry about the stuff on the back getting stolen? I'm looking at a similar setup but that concerns me. I absolutely love your set up, btw.

[@addressunknown9061]

samuraikitty7 we did and do worry but honestly we haven't had any issues yet. The gas cans are locked in by their holders and there is a cable lock around the black tool box. The only time we worry is when we are in the cities and exploring them. We have stayed in streets and Walmart with sketchy people around us. Out in the desert. Or boondocking in general we have never had a concern.

[@debrahayes2572]

Very nice!!!😊❤

[@cathyann1601]

Beautiful van! I love what he did in there.

[@stacyhackney6100]

Lovely

[@rebeccatreeseed410]

Thank you Guy and Ann and Bob.

[@rhondam5079]

I can do this...

[@itsno1duh]

Wow ! great energy ideas, bedding adaptation!! real furniture! magnetic fan cover to match the lovely ceiling design. Such humble folks living simply! Thx Bob and the address unknown couple!

[@itsno1duh]

Just showed this to the hubby and the bed adaptation made it so no one has to crawl over the other to get out of bed... plus a firm bench set! wtg!

[@ljones6767]

Does anyone know exactly what the insulation he put in the van was called? Wool and stone?

[@melissawilson1044]

I will do it.want to be full timer. Looking for the right van .😂😂😂