Couple Turn Old VW Van into A Beautiful Home on Wheels

In this van tour we're checking out Alex and Loz's beautifully converted VW T3 Syncro! Over 6 months they completed a restoration and camper van conversion to turn this old van into their home to travel Australia and run their business Will & Bear from the road. #vanlife
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Kitchen
01:16 - Van restoration
03:14 - Kitchen continued
05:04 - Storage
06:55 - Running an online business
07:39 - Office setup
08:08 - Electrical system
08:54 - Pop-top roof
09:42 - Bed
10:39 - Reflections on van life
12:22 - Outro
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[@JordanOsmond]

Thanks so much for checking out the first episode of Home on the Road! - Be sure to subscribe for more videos like this one: kzbin.info - Watch more van tours: kzbin.infovideos - And you can follow me on Instagram at instagram.com/jordosmond

[@FinnDelMundoTravel]

Thanks Jordan for showcasing these to the world!! Your videography is mind blowing!! Wow!!

[@TresChica88]

Love it. For a split second I thought their "pantry" was going to be that basket!

[@brokenparsnips5185]

🤣🤣🤣 I thought the same

[@seaing_starz]

OMG me too 🤣

[@jolenethellama]

I've seen many, many of these vans, and this one is so clean, well made, stylish and not messy or cluttered, and it's the prettiest I've seen. This couple is also has a very good clothing taste and their style is just good.

[@erikflesko6521]

I just simply love that calm voice he has.

[@allanj7750]

Hers tho drove me nuts.

[@LJW55]

@@allanj7750 It's called "vocal fry"... that crackly sound is more prevelant in the younger generation and not good for the voice box..!

[@Kiwiwanderer]

Simple, zen, exquisitely designed. I love the 1970s - they need one bright orange bowl or item. The 70s was all about brown and orange.

[@MikaelLewisify]

Errr...this van is from the 80’s. That’s literally one of the first thing she says.

[@Plethorality]

@@MikaelLewisify but they did say that they were obsessed with tge seventies. and there is always a blurring of the decades.

[@justinbenscoter2052]

“the adventure begins when everything goes wrong” yvon chouinard The breakdowns really are the best part.

[@ruby055]

OMG I graduated college in 1989 and bought that VW new. I traveled for 9 mo. as a young man before I found a job in the Spring of 1990. That design is just awesome...mine had an after market diesel heater and was cold in the winter...but awesome fun...cheers from Boston. Great life advise from these two as well.

[@imranitos2704]

Wow You can clearly give me some tips

[@normanmazlin6741]

Turning the negatives into positives - one of the coolest secrets to a successful life.

I love the simplicity of this conversion, soo much lighter and brighter then the classic Westfalia furniture design! Big thumbs up!

[@nddragoon]

oh my god i literally just started looking into all the vanlife stuff a few days ago, and just got recommended your first video a few minutes ago right as you uploaded this

[@Estradarp]

nddragoon same

[@JackAcid]

I own a 1984 VWT25, as we call it over here in the UK. I absolutely adore it - I mean, it's like the biggest love in my life. I like sitting in it, parked outside my house, and making a cup of coffee - and not going anywhere. it's my safe place, actually, to gather my thoughts and think about life. She's called Myrtle!

[@anniebird248]

I hope they go into how they shower & toilet in the next part. Absolutely gorgeous renovation! Well done! Beautifully filmed and edited also. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Nice job, look forward to more.

[@raksh9]

"A friend filled our water tank with petrol." Man, I'd be so pissed at that.

[@normalperson6886]

Free oil lol

[@lost_memories]

the uncut version be like " I made sure it was the last time he did that to me or to anyone ...ever "

[@th3s3rv37]

@@normalperson6886 I don't understand the oil part.

[@Ulbre]

but don't forget that at the end they did say "Every little set back was a blessing in disguise"......maybe they they discovered the water tank full of fuel after they ran out of fuel out in the scrub.......(of course though, had the fuel been put into the fuel tank, then they would of never ran out of fuel......ahh, the circle is not always smooth but it always continues)

[@JoseHernandez-he2yc]

happened to my, glad it didnt explode

[@918Boppa]

Nicely told story in an understated way via a thoughtfully produced vid! Good balance between showcasing the van and the owners.They express genuine positive energy!

[@JordanOsmond]

Cheers Gary, glad you enjoyed it!

[@gailhitson6722]

You two really made this van your own from the inside out. It is beautiful and seems to reflect who you are at your core. If you can achieve this with a lovely hunk of metal, I can't help but say, you two are going to be fabulous parents! Congratulations on your inspiring way of life! Thanks for sharing with the world!

[@elleh3495]

she has a great spirit and sense of design. i love all the attention to detail. good for you!!!! live your best life❤️

[@nkosinathimakatise387]

I can tell by looking at you that you guys are one of the most happiest people I have come across with you may not have much on the road but you definitely have each other, I don't know if it's the background music but I felt something deep in my heart that I cannot explain if only you had your TV show that I can binge watch, i feel so connected to guys and I wish you all the best with your future endeavors and God bless!!!

[@DarleneSterling]

Really filmed beautifully

[@michaelanjali7966]

hmm yeah, agreed! Super peaceful somehow

[@FoodTech101]

Really love the beautiful elegant simplicity of this van design. It doesn't shout but is calmly confident.

[@exploringtheroad8935]

Too good. I travelled in a hired campervan in 2018 across Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory and WA, searching long and hard for a Will & Bear hat for the roadtrip, which I finally found in my final few weeks in the Esperance. Fast forward and these guys really inspired to me buy and convert my own van and live on the road. I'm still in the renovation stage, but these guys were definitely my inspiration. Thanks for the cool hat, and thanks for the inspo. From a POME missing his Aussie adventures.

[@divinecomedy0]

Thanks for sharing your story. All your hard work, the positives that came out of any time the van broke down was so relatable to me, a fellow be camper person. Thank you for sharing your ❤️❤️ with us and with each other. ☮️🌎

[@FinnDelMundoTravel]

Alex and Loz are the nicest couple on earth!! Their conversion is an absolute dream on wheels - I am in total awe, inspired, envious and excited to one day live like them. Incredible episode!!

[@mysticalmisty9772]

Lovely couple & mini home! Looking forward to watching the rest of the series..

[@JordanOsmond]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thelostcompass]

Mystical Misty me too! They have a great thing going on! Do you have a van yourself Misty?

[@mysticalmisty9772]

@@thelostcompass no but I'd love to, for me & my cat in a few yrs maybe when I have the money lol..

[@thelostcompass]

It’s worth it! And so many ways to do it on a budget!! We believe in your dream!

[@mysticalmisty9772]

@@thelostcompass Thank you so much ❤

[@roneilcadayona8446]

Good, Clean, Simple, and I like the idea of the table

[@nicnicolette842]

These two are the cutest couple and what a awesome van guys!

[@choltzapple]

This is my favorite van, I love the way they put this together!

[@mary12rose]

Jordon, you interview such lovely people.

[@JordanOsmond]

I feel very lucky :)

[@arcticdrive2638]

Thanks for subtitles

[@robinmcginnis1580]

My husband and I have a saying that we have learned to be true.....It’s not a really an adventure until at some point during it, you wish you weren’t there! Love the video 🤎🧡💛

[@yuchenwang1225]

most elegant van I’ve ever seen in KZbin

[@Joker-wj6dc]

Just beautiful

[@JohnSahakian]

Loved episode one! What a sweet couple they are!

[@bubbagarcia2626]

I love the layout of the kitchen! Simple and effective!

[@PinkRanger21]

Love this, the pop top roof was a brilliant addition!

[@debrahayes2572]

I'm glad you don't let all those negative comments stop you from making videos and traveling. Good job! Safe travels!😊

[@PinkieOats]

I an very much looking forward to this series to see what people can come up with. So many creative solutions to a tiny space, and they absolutely love the space they're created!

[@JordanOsmond]

Glad you enjoyed the episode! That’s one of the things I love about camper vans. There’s always so much creativity that goes into the design to make the most of the space. And they’re always unique because everyone’s needs are different!

[@abcdef-qd2rx]

Totally agree

[@okiedoke6373]

She said her friend put petrol into the water tank oh my God would have been one less friend/ Danny know I haven't seen him in months

[@kingkapowable]

Really nice job on the rebuild! Magnet curtains... Genius! Totally doing that in my T3! Love the colour of the van with those Merc rims.

[@cosivantroopy7047]

Any idea what the paint codes are? I want my T3 to look a bit like that on the outside. Hunting everywhere for the paint codes.

[@hazelruddle8639]

Good on ya kids ! You’re doing what many of us ‘oldies’ wish we had done when we were young ! All good wishes from the UK , ‘The Mother Country’ !!! xxx

[@cz4094]

The rotation of the carseat is the best.

[@paulaunger3061]

This van looks so restful! And given that it's an extension of a camping lifestyle, the lack of bathroom facilities doesn't seem so bad. Those curtains are ugly though! If that was my van, I think I'd go for some red, highly patterned, bohemian fabric to make the curtains out of - something to contrast with the rest of it 👍

[@Pliine29]

Favorite van aesthetic so far !

[@parisivana]

Beautiful van and interior, happy for you both

[@jessicamarie8806]

So nice & clean - at first, I was like, what are they going to possibly show us?! Then the home sort of unfolded. Very simple and functional! Nice job.

[@hirakh5405]

Please keep them posting . Great story and great video. 😊

[@juanka1053]

Great story. My wife and I have a 89 westy. It is part of the family. Love your van.

[@ladytradiej8027]

What an amazing job you have done on Marty. Looks incredible. Loz, I absolutely love your jacket!

[@debrahayes2572]

Inspirational couple! Safe travels!

[@afiomai69]

What a great couple. Lucky you have each other. Xxx

[@charlie-ot5ug]

Lovely van. Lovely couple. Happy travels.

[@JensGraikowski]

The use of space in this van is genius and I just love the colour scheme! Also love the hat though it is slightly more than what I'd pay for a hat. 😉👍🏼

[@duncan32158]

As a future vanner id like to see a Vanlife Surf off/ surf series. Everyone rocks up to a choose spot/spots in California. and a Van Surf king is crowned

[@tehseduhtv8190]

Hi! I'm from Indonesia. Thanks for your video! I love so much!

[@v33draft]

Thats awesome they should market that van for sale. Very nostalgic

[@sergduchini7299]

I love you hats and bennies! I recently had chemotherapy and loved how your Bennies kept my head warm! Very cool. Love your van...

[@godhams]

Good job guys!! We done up an old girl too (Gertrude!) A LOT of work also. We travel from here in malta to the UK & back again every summer & it's used as a change of scenery also. I'm all about security though; not putting myself in harms way is my top priority...i don't want a lot of if only's. So just stay safe.

[@emperoromulus3054]

Been waiting a long time for this

[@cynthialowe]

What a lovely couple you make!!!

[@luciannozarate1971]

No freaking way bro! I love you guys’ brand! Didn’t know you guys were vanlifers! ✨

[@RoSario-vb8ge]

Just love it! Wishing you the best!

[@gtripp1985]

Wow lovely! And so nice to see people with out tattoos. Very rare!

[@rodolfohernandez354]

I just love the colors on this video

[@Natalia-jv2bz]

Honestly one of the best vans I've seen, and I've been looking for years. Great work yall! :D

[@BenjaminLatsko]

Jordan, this is beautiful. Beautiful story telling. Beautiful harmony. Lastly, a beautiful van. Really love this video!

[@JordanOsmond]

Thanks Benjamin! Nice to hear you enjoyed the video 👍

[@daveevans8256]

Great practical design, well done. I had a 1972 type2 Devon caravette for 6 years loved it . Happy travels 👍🇬🇧

[@whitaker2452]

This series is so interesting I cant wait till you make a new van

[@owen674]

This vans design is so cool! Thank you for making these videos, they are so interesting to me because I would love to live in a van when I’m older. I love how creative you get to be when designing a van! You filmed it really well by the way.

[@JordanOsmond]

Thanks! Glad you liked it 🙂

[@barneymovie1]

Wow what a great job. Colours are great and go with the hat. Very best wishes.Beautifully made film

[@amberamber100]

Its stunning guys

[@sabejreid2072]

So nice, a great couple and a wonderful enterprise. Well done from Melbourne Australia!

[@cdlady54_95]

Fabulous job! Wishing you continued success and happiness.

[@abcdef-qd2rx]

I love how compact van-homes are creative solutions amazing, I still think that a house is better tho ,nice vid man

[@nata6025]

Way better - I mean, plumbing!

[@designtime3469]

Very cool couple.

[@carr2929]

Lovely!

[@kalenagy]

VW vans are neat vehicles glad they r being restored by young people.

[@tombulli1236]

Wow! VW T3 syncro is awesome in good condition! Here in Germany you see so seldom and the biggest enemy is rust. A friend of mine from Berlin has converted a VW T3 Bundeswehr (ex military vehicle) and be careful with a camper because of stupid Tüv (Technike Monitoring Association). He was cleverly converted into a military optic camper inside: D. I have Suzuki Jimny FJ Camper. I used to drive VW t4 but they are so expensive and buying used VW T3s are really expensive and difficult to find because they are quite expensive here. At the moment I have a brand new camper to put on. It's a Citröen Jumper: D-nice big! BUT VW t3 Syncro is number one for me and remains a dream! Greetings from Germany, I wish you a nice trip with the T3 syncro :)

[@xoxoh0tgrl]

there have been so many conversations about that fish ;] I love seeing the items that people can't part ways with. the passion for surfing is strong.

[@mangosmooothiee]

I love their sink!💛

[@bobfalkon9304]

lOVE THE VAN AND WHAT A GREAT JOB THEY DID. Beautiful couple.

[@howardtowler6146]

Van looks awesome

[@defendero7]

Nice camper. Love the colour theme 👍

[@vancamerawoman7399]

Be proud It’s a fantastic job you’ve done with your van. It’s perfect indeed. Happy travels 🙂

[@daniel_8181]

Nice van, lovely couple, all the best guys! ❤️

[@richard63]

All the best in the future to them both. Great video Jordan.

[@debmary2999]

Just lovely - well done!! 🥰

[@Nae641]

Good couple, fitting well like everything fitting in that van!

[@rubengarciajr]

Amazing video, GREAT edits, shots + music! i love them !!

[@UrduTulip]

Lovely Couple and the Camera man too.. ❤️🤣 Really enjoyed this episode.

[@fabvisunature]

Video very well done. This couple seems really in tune with their art of living. Very inspiring for us French people sometimes too closed in on ourselves. I'll even order them a hat who knows? :)

[@evaadams8298]

Fabien DAL VECCHIO I think Australians have a huge sense of adventure and are quite friendly.... Don’t get me wrong, we do have our fair share of idiots.... anyway Bon Jour and please stay safe! 😀🇦🇺

[@Tomas-cb4gc]

Bardzo fajny pomysł, jesteście pozytywnie nastawieni do życia Serdecznie pozdrawiam😚

[@ShazWag]

Wow, impressed. He did a fantastic job! 🚐 🌻

[@stephenrobinson52]

Really enjoyed this!

[@madisonhewish]

I loved this! Really looking forward to the next episode too :) Hope fully we meet on the road next year when I finish my build. Best of luck!

[@donaldswink6259]

Amazing body work and paint job. Beautiful van/home.

[@leoimr7321]

Nice video thanks god it has subtitles

[@caziko48]

It’s beautiful. What a fabulous makeover. 👍🏼👍🏼😀

[@margaretmumford147]

You people are so lucky, what a life. X

[@lifeofpandhers1638]

so cute couple👫💜 amazing family 💕💕

[@wbacardi3719]

How i love Australia, such a beautiful country with just so little time to adventure :c

[@zuseyeaston8854]

Looks awesome have a old van at the start of Reno which has come to a halt due to health you guys have done a amazing job!

[@marlongutierrez952]

Beautiful video 👍🏼👍🏼