FULL TOUR of our 1972 VW Westfalia Camper Van

We are soooo excited to announce this new series that Becky & Austin will be taking y'all through on the vlog channel! A Volkswagen Westfalia Camper Van restoration!
This is definitely different than our usual content so we will be posting it on The Sorry Life, but we are so excited to take you guys along. Let us know what you want the series to be called! Make sure you subscribe and turn on the notifications so you don't miss the next episode coming soon!
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[@lovingmayberry307]

"Austin & Becky's Ad-VAN-ture" 👍🧡😊

[@maddisonk88]

This might also be a cool opportunity to collab with Canadian van lifers (like Eamon & Bec based out of Kingston). They're possibly moving to TO so it might be nice to work with them on bringing their outdoorsy style to city life too!

[@TerriThorns]

sadly they have now sold both vans 😔

[@CaliMel184]

@@TerriThorns Ya but they have rebuilt two vans already and have that info, so they would be a good resource. Same with Max from Max and Occy.

[@TerriThorns]

@@CaliMel184 i missread it 🤭 i thought she ment travel with them! hahaha and aye thats a good one too

[@iriskm239]

Definitely need to reach out to Eamon and Bec. They are two of my favorite KZbinrs and now former van lifers.

[@JudiHodgkin]

And talk to @FunForLouis (who Eamon and Bec are friends with) about his conversion of his VW bus to an Electric Vehicle. If you want more fuel efficient, that’s the way to go!

[@moda78z]

Becky, you have to re paint it the same color. It’s so beautiful 😍

[@TheSorryGirls]

there will definitely be a lot of poll's in this series hahah I need help deciding!!

[@deborahthatsme]

Agreed back to the original color that’s on the inside!

[@agneswyrozebska9489]

I agree. I love the original color.

[@monicamcgahan]

No!! 😊 look up Tiffany Blue for Volkswagen buss’s they’re so cute! I’m not being a butt head just joining the pull y’all will choose what ever you want and it’ll be your style no matter what ❤

[@2-kitties-in-the-city]

Beauty of imagination is that you can paint 🎨 it any color you want. The engine won’t be original, neither does the color. I can see that van/ bus being a dark teal to royal blue flake transition.

[@beckywiz]

Eamon and Bec are my fave vanlifers (now retired vanlifers lol)! They're in Canada too! Can't wait to see the progress

[@hran94]

I second Eamon and Bec! Love them!

[@elisassa6281]

Wanted to say Eamon and Bec as well 😄

[@caitlinw1967]

Vouch this one!

[@MagdalaPorter]

Or Letitia Kiu and her partner Stephan (who's a mechanic).

[@alyyCat]

I LOVE EAMON AND BEC!!!! I third it!!!

[@valevent23]

Hi Becky! I think the name for the series could be "That 70's van" to recall the other one. That's a vibe! I love the color as it is, but I've seen a similar one that has the base brown and two stripes orange and white...amazing! As for KZbin videos, I suggest for inspiration hannahleeduggan who renovate herself her van! =)

[@CaliMel184]

Max and Occy and Eamon and Bec are both great people to hit up for van build info. Max put a full functioning shower in his and also has a dog that traveled with him. Also Max has a link to some stick on flexible solar panels that you could put on the roof. Driving stick shift is not hard! Just practice in a parking lot.

[@pinkapple37]

Honestly, I’m just excited to have more videos with Austin in them! I’ve loved seeing him come out of his video-shell and be featured more recently. He brings such a lighthearted and funny energy to the videos!

[@austindekkema3157]

Thanks pink apple !

[@courtneyc314]

If I've seen any huge tip for these is to put in rotating seats in the front! Also Eamon and Bec! They aren't doing van life anymore, but they've converted 2. And they're in Canada.

[@breannesoto]

I second this!

[@jennafriedrich]

I think for color it would be so fun to do a retro colored stripe made of of like three colors with like a small swoosh so it's not just a straight line. AND/or name the van and paint the name on the outside in a 70s font - SO fun. Maybe also look up all the colors this van originally came in and pick your favorite and then customize it from there! Secretly it would be so fun to do like bright lime green or something, but the current colors really match your vibe too.

[@yannanydeira]

Yessss to the retro strip!!!

[@nicolaclements1477]

Yes!!! Absolutely paint the van's name on the outside! Like they do on fighter jets and airplanes with a fun logo!

[@xoxashley44]

Yes! I was thinking the same thing with a 3 color swoosh/stripe

[@erinmoore9681]

👀😯

[@audreyschmitt200]

Austin is such a gem! I'm so stoked for this vlog series...Vanwagon 70s series...retromobile renovlogil...

[@austindekkema3157]

Don’t get too excited I have no idea what I’m doing ;)

[@mtlsuzanne]

What is more 70s than a rust coloured Westfalia 😍 I vote to keep the original colour 😎🤌🏽 Blog names: The Folkswagon, Van Revamp, The History Machine (Scooby Doo ref), Vantastic Voyage, Stick it to the Van! 🚐🎉😂

[@thisisbethm]

Becky and Austin are an adorable couple, and this project seems so fun! I can’t wait!

[@austindekkema3157]

Thank you !

[@stephanieraymoure5886]

If anyone can do this….it’s you guys!!!! Can’t wait to see its metamorphosis!!! And I’m so happy that we’ll see more Austin!!!!!

[@robynwells9691]

I have been trying to renovate a van for a long time and have said OUT LOUD "I wish the sorry girls had a van renovation series" 😂. So excited to see what you do!😁

[@beachydayz]

I don’t know why but it just struck me that you should name it “ Buster “. Love this new adventure you two are heading into. Exciting! 😊

[@SeaTurtle515]

Great name, bc it is a Bus(ter)! 😊

[@Eu-mj6im]

Stoked for you guys and for more content with Austin! Good for you, Becky, learning stick and getting stoked about body work-it is a lot of work and bondo dust but you’ll be all the more proud of knowing every curve of that thing. It could also be cool to look into converting it to electric since its current state leaves a lot of areas accessible. Eamon and Beck seem like an obvious choice as far as KZbinrs go. I converted a cargo van and have been living in it full time for the last four years after doing the weekend-warrior style primitive vanning for almost a decade so if you need any recommendations, call it out! Best of luck on your new adventure and do be prepared for a swear word or two🤘

[@sarahofshalott]

Love your new haircut!! Would keep the van the same color, it's so fun! My favorite van-lifers are Eamon and Bec and Kara and Nate 😊.

[@user-jw8yq2kd4y]

So jealous! Its a beauty of a van but bet its a beast to drive. I'd love to see you call the series The VANity project! Good luck with restoring her back to her former glory! And yes Danny needs his doggy spot in the bus!

[@deepshikhaghosh3106]

Yyyaaaayyyyyyy so happy for this new venture!!! Also, it's always a pleasure getting added surprises in the sorry life channel along with the main channel 💝💝💖💖💖 And yaah, heartiest congratulations to Becky and Austin!!

[@spaceblaster09]

Eamon & Bec are awesome Canadian van life people that have transitioned into a cabin for the past couple years. They've been all over in their van, so probably good people to connect with in terms of where to travel!

[@nikkisweeney9651]

Wow the vans so awesome, it’s giving Scooby Doo vibes, so you Becky and Austin, just love the original colour too. ❤

[@alexandrahavasi6210]

Googled "van puns" and someone wrote "Van Halen" (a name suggestion for the van) as a van name in a Reddit post. Van Halen have a song called "Finish What Ya Started", which could be a good name for the series - the lyrics could (with a little fantasy) be about fixing a van. 😉 Love the existing colour, also love the suggestion in another comment about stripes. And definately a bed for Danny! 🥰

[@thamytalks]

The vanwives are great and they are also renovating a cabin!

[@innatelyindigo]

And Tyler and Todd.

[@viivi4196]

I would definitely paint it like a deep mustard yellow or just a nice orange, I feel like those colors just fit the vibe so well

[@amaiaamaiaa]

that 70's van!

[@mariellenstathopoulos967]

The VanWives are my all time favourite they are pros at converting by now I’d say!

[@EdwinaCL]

We love Austin as much as we love Becky! 🧡🤎🥰Can't wait to see you both tackle this van! It's a lot of work! 💪💪

[@austindekkema3157]

Thanks for the love. It keeps me going

[@BeckieeC]

Soooooo excited for this project!! I vote yellow for the colour! Bold choice, but a deep warm (almost mustard) yellow would make such a statement while feeling authentic to its original era.

[@MamaVee50]

So exciting! In the 1970’s ( my 20’s ) I would have loved one, the ultimate surf wagon. Looking forward to following along. ❤❤❤ And we love Eamon and Bec and all their friends. Max & Occy in Australia, and Ryan Twomey in the US

[@SeaTurtle515]

I think it would be great to collaborate with Trent and Allie. They restored 2 vans, a travel trailer and have a van conversion business. They have lots of good ideas, skills and resources. And they do beautiful work on these vans.

[@gaylefontaine4833]

I totally agree!!

[@veganmeditations]

Definitely Eamon and Bec! They're amazing! And would love to see the van in a tealy-green! Oooo

[@sarahlane3836]

Ya’ll and @levi&leah would be such a fun meetup! Canadian couple from opposite sides of Canada come together over retro camper/ van DIYs! 😍

[@melanie_meanders]

austin’s commentary is freaking hilarious, love silly husband humour

[@tiinakarmala633]

You just said it: van journey, that's a good name for the series :) Maybe even for the van itself? Van Journey!

[@mariahcarlotta5684]

Amen to Austin about the cuss words! Working on cars is a whole another level but amazing skill set to have. Husband worked on a camero, rebuilt his 92 firebird as his first car and then our 03 mustang. Becky, you’ll love welding!! I’ve gotten to dabble in it a few times and super awesome. You can do so much with it! For reals best of luck to both of ya on this!

[@tracyclements3053]

I know this might sound crazy, but canary yellow with white trim could look amazing. And it's a little less expected than orange (which I also like). Very excited for this series, and love seeing Austin on screen. You could call the series 'The VDub Chronicals'?

[@Iamtheartists]

Ahhhhh ! I am SO jealous . A vw van restoration project has been a dream of mine since I was a kid! Can’t wait to follow along and live vicariously through you two 😊

[@jammix9906]

Your home, Danny, your van and the whole aesthetic is sooooo Wes Anderson 🧡🧡

[@KamisKisses]

You have the "That 70s house" tagline, what about "that 70s van?" Either way, I am invested to see the ups and downs of this project, best of luck to you both.

[@dylanalvarado14]

I’m excited for this! My wife and I watch the sorry girls on weekend mornings together. I like when Austin is featured lol he’s funny. I think this will be a fun watch! Can’t wait to watch the Subaru motor swap!

[@TINYCHAVEZ11]

My dream Van 😍 I’ve always wanted a VW van and always imagined it to be light blue with white trim. I think that would look so fresh and beautiful!

[@cindymichaud7111]

Austin & Becky's Super Terrific Van Remodel, with special guest appearances by Danny !

[@user-er4mg5vi7m]

Omgoodness!!!! Eeeeek! I am so happy to follow this series. 😁

[@striketochill]

Definitely Eamon & Bec! Not sure if you're close with Alexandra Gater but Bec's sister works for her so could be a connection point. Can't wait for this series, I looooove old VW vans!

[@CharliGirlMusic]

Excited for this series and I can't wait to see what you name her and watch the video of your first camping trip!

[@alyshakulp2501]

Excited to have more Austin content! He’s a fun bonus sorry girl.

[@StancyNova]

Yyaaaaay! This is SOOO ON BRAND for you!! ❤ looove this new project already! I am sure it will be looking so amazing and it will take you on even more amazing adventures 😅

[@Ddrhl]

"Transponder" would be a great name for your bus. Same year as the one my husband had!

[@kaylabaylabae]

Bangs look so good on you! I’m so glad you brought them back, they fit you so well

[@shilohswensk1]

That 70s van would be so perfect for the name of the series!!!

[@ShugAveri]

Turquoise with Flower Power Daisies!!! Also The Endless Adventure renovated an old camper van back during pandemic times and it turned out pretty cool!

[@yannanydeira]

Going just a little bit more orange on that brown spectrum with the same mustard interior would be soooo 🔥🔥

[@jackandlill]

I think you should name her.....and then call the series by her name: How Stella Got Her Groove Back or something to that effect....you get the idea . Congratulations on your find! She's awesome - just like you Becky! ....And of course you too Austin...oh & Danny! Love Danny!! Best of Luck you guys - can't wait to watch the evolution❣

[@82xmas-j7w]

i agree 😊

[@lougreene-winters2172]

What an exciting project! I cannot wait to see the next episode! I would love to see your mood board/style inspo. And I think repaint the same classic colour, its beautiful 🤩

[@debra2415db]

I'm excited to see this series. You two are adorable together. I look forward to the next episode.

[@katietatey]

Paint it like the Scooby Doo van the Mystery Machine!!! I am so excited for this series because I love your relationship with Austin. He is so funny and enjoyable when he is in the videos. :)

[@kebert2thumbsup]

😂 that's what I said!

[@chelseadoll6269]

Yassss! I've always wanted to restore a VW Bus so I'm super stoked! Enjoy your guys' awesome new project!

[@stephaniemarson5904]

My 8 year old grandson is absolutely obsessed with all things VW... our classroom is decorated with VW vans this year. I can't wait to share this with him! This series is sure to become one of our routines!

[@maryoconnor2228]

Ah 1972 - I was 16! A brilliant year - looking forward to following you on this journey!

[@deborahoneill5302]

Congratulations!! I love this so much!! I will watch anything with you and Austin!! You two make me so happy.....

[@Miniermotte]

You should call it "The Sorry Van"

[@user-fp3lf8jz8y]

Kristen and Siya! Fellow Canadians, plus they posted up in Costa Rica.. great trip goal once she's finished!

[@camillecrestani3499]

Ladi & Margaret ! They can really help you figure out the best layout ! Although I love Eamon and Bec and watch all their videos... Ladi & Margaret are way more skilled and have a lot of expertise in the van build

[@ericluebbers4415]

Not sure how many people have put Subaru motors in an air cooled bus. Problem is with a radiator being fitted, most do motor swaps with the vanagon which was water cooled. Vw’s are slow keep the stock motor and you will save fabrication time. When done right the air cooled motor will last, make sure all cooling tin is in place. Do you have all the camping cabinets from westfalia? Parts will be easy to get for most things. A Weber carburetor conversion will make tuning easier than the dual carbs. Good luck with the project they can be fun or utter nightmares.

[@clairemonnier3936]

Really enjoy the content of Eva Zu Beck and think she'd have great advice and input as a van lifer living in a country she isnt from.

[@LaMelu]

OMG I am so excited to see the progress! 🙌🏽You should definitely watch “wild we roam”and their van build series! :)

[@erinmoore9681]

Yes it was my quarantine go-to content

[@gozosa1980]

That 70’s Van Van Vibes Retro Roadshow Retro Reno

[@LollyB1963]

Oh Becky love the bangs.. More Austin woohoo.. I hope Danni will make an appearance too..

[@nataliep1528]

As soo as i sae thr van I said yup im here for thus. Van Wives, Tyler and Todd and DualEx have done some amazing work both in Vans/RVs and on homesteads

[@nutz13_]

oh my goodness this brings me so much joy! I’m currently working on getting my 1989 Jeep Wrangler back on the road. so excited for this journey with you!!

[@martajimenezjimenez]

location setting and light are perfect in this video for this van!

[@karan_karan_karan]

WE LOVE IT BEING ON THE VLOG CHANNEL YAYYYYY

[@bootsncatss]

the hidden compartment in the door was probably for cigs/joints 🤙 also ! The Endless Adventure is great, they have very good vibes and a lot of knowledge on building anything, especially van/bus related.

[@monicamcgahan]

Ahhhh Love Danny also and Becky I love everything you do, so I have confidence y’all will make this bus be amazing!

[@outoftheburrough]

Congrats & good luck. The seat filling is either coconut coir fibre (more orangey), or wood wool/Excelsior which is pale like wood shavings.

[@rebrox21]

I vote avocado green! (Like the inside of an avocado!) That shade of green is so very on vibe with the 70s! You could call the series something playing off the current popular slang term "bussin"- Like "It's Bussin'" or "Bussin' with Becky and Austin". Can't wait to see this project come along, its a dream of mine too! I believe in you guys!!!!

[@kiriaioulia]

Ooohhhh a Camper! Can't wait to see what camper capers you get into!

[@Littlestephy92]

One of the sorry girls mixed with vehicle restoration ❤❤ love the idea of this series!!

[@TeeVeeZed123]

Here in Australia we call that a Kombi van, because the indicators are down near the bumper it is called a lowlight model, the ‘secret storage’ area in the door is a vent, the louvred windows are quite rare, and the engine should be accessible through a hatch from the top as well.

[@starbrite526]

I love driving a manual transmission. I learned on my first car in 2003 and for the most part that's all I've driven, welcome to the club to learn!

[@kylieholman3877]

The series should be called the transponder transformation. I love the colour that it already is, and of course Danny needs a dog bed.

[@deebradley2976]

Eamon and Bec, Van wives, Max and Occy, and also Trent and Allie. Can't wait to watch this series.

[@lorimariegrace614]

Definitely collab with Eamon & Bec. They’re such great people, and I’m sure they could guide you well with with all their experiences! I think restoring it to as much of the original finishes as possible would do the bus the most justice. But, I’m sure whatever you choose to do it’ll look and function great - cause that’s just how you are. Best of luck on your exciting journey!!!

[@ajh0198]

Absolutely build Danny a bed! 11:12

[@ChlorineBee]

Those vans always reminded me of little cute bugs! So name for the series: The June Bug, The Gold Bug , The Bug Life, The Bee 🐝 🤷‍♀️Love it ❤

[@SuperTinaFaye]

Vanwives are in canada, they still do the van life, but are also renovating and building an off grid paradise.. Curiosity Incorporated is another channel, he lives in canada too.. He restores old cars, and has an old camper van too, also he often buys homes full of retro furniture.. He's into antiques and all sorts of things.. great guy and family too! Def check these out!

[@ExpatNatt]

Omg this is the most exciting update I could imagine! ❤❤

[@AmyB-vg6ty]

So exciting! Me and my husband are a Vdub family. We have a 91 Vanagon and absolutely love it! It’s our camp van. The guys at GoWesty are awesome! We get a lot of stuff from them.

[@Gabrielle499]

Omg you are living my dream!! 🧡 Can’t wait to follow this series! 🙌

[@silarydoveface]

I love Becky & Austin together, this might be my new fav thing y'all are doing/ever have done :)

[@lisefernstrom636]

I just bought a 1973 westefelia high top camper van .mines an automatic and I'm in process of getting road ready for spring or summer . Look forward to watching you restore this van and learn from you as well cheers and nice van . ❤❤

[@karenkjohnston5221]

I love watching you and Austin together, so keep them coming! ❤

[@sierrareyelts1481]

Hurray! Congrats! I'm so happy for you! I remember you've been talking about wanting to make over a van since the podcast days!

[@charlottewilliams1414]

Eamon and Beck & Kinging It is definitely my favorite VanLifers 💛 Please make it the same color 👌🏼

[@SunnivaMyrseth]

Omg this is my dream! 😭😍 Can’t wait for the rest of this series! It will give me so much inspiration for when I will get my own 70’s Volkswagen to renovate and turn into a camper😍

[@SorayaAZ]

That 70's Van??? 😂❤❤❤ I already love this project

[@kitgresham11]

Eamon and Bec Ultimate van life Canadian duo!!! Collab with them would be so awesome and cute! They’ve built out a few vans

[@deboramestieri]

You guys are so fun and cute 🥹 I can't wait for this new series to start!

[@Melissa_______]

What a cool project! Can't wait to see how it all goes

[@natashafreeman6286]

Yes I agree I love this colour I'm so excited for this new chapter