HOW MUCH DID OUR DIY SPRINTER VAN CONVERSION COST?

[@isavanweers6737]

I'm only 13 years old which is super young, but I know exactly what I want to do with my life: traveling. I love your channel and you're such an inspiration for me :))

[@mikemanjo2458]

Good for you! Thinking and planning ahead! I taught 8th grade for many years and it is always nice to meet a young person who is planning ahead. Keep up the good work. I see lots of success in your future. Best wishes! Jane in SC❤️🙏🏻

[@isabellajanevska9249]

same, I'm 12 btw

[@menkaagarwal2220]

Same

[@jeannie20001]

You are an awesome young lady you know what you want to do. Go for it. 💓

[@Grace-ir3kl]

Same but I’m 14 I can’t wait to live in a van all I want is a roommate/ bestie who will stay withhhh meee 😭 all my friends think I’m crazy

[@lindabowers2616]

The last build I asked about from a conversion company was $120,000.00…and that DID NOT include the van!!! 😮😮😮 Thanks SO MUCH for revealing the cost: so many “custom” places act like the cost of vans is a dark, ancient secret, which in reality it ought to be shared at the outset, because if you can’t afford it, you can’t afford it. Thanks for sharing!

[@MrDaveB123]

Good job I have only $60 K to work with from my retirement money so gives me hope in building something decent Thanks for all your help and information . I have watched so many builds in several years and this layout seems to be the wisest one for me.

[@beautifulstorm027]

My gosh that total cost was ridiculous! I was expecting it to be in the 70K range. Thanks for the great tips and advice for future van lifers

[@i2ambler2002]

I dont see anyone finding a sprinter for 17 grand, unless it is an absolute pile of shit.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Maybe in 2023, not in 2019/2020. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@i2ambler2002]

@@mariajoseandchase I guess 'Van Converters' have realized that there are a lot of trust fund kids they can fleece by fooling them into thinking that THEY TOO can live the Instagram life.

[@rambunctiousmedia3350]

You two call it a "wild and wierd" adventure. As a romantic who hopes to do something like this with a girlfriend, I call it "fun, cathartic, and truly, TRULY, magical." I envy what you two have.

[@natalieforshee]

This was perfect!! I have been looking to build my own van for a while, and this has helped so much! Love you guys!!

[@mariajoseandchase]

Love to hear that Natalie! 🙌🏻 can’t wait to see you on your own van. ❤️

[@michaelbmw1931]

I want to join u! 🏝️🏝️

[@partiuestradaafora]

Travel and share

[@tj8114]

Your cost breakdown is very helpful for a newbie like me. I love that you have included the needs of your dogs in your build and travel plans. Kudos!

[@ElizabethCar]

I've been thinking about doing vanlife vs. Living in an apartment and have realized that vanlife would be more $$ at the beginning, but less $$ over time than an apartment. So I've been watching several of these videos about the cost of the van build itself. For the most part I've seen a lot of people spend as much on the build as they did on the van itself with like $20,000 -$40,000 for the van alone. Then I've seen the opposite where someone got the cheapest van and the cheapest build possible and spend around $3000. So I've been a little discouraged to see that if I want to live comfortably I'd need an excessive amount of $$, but your video was very encouraging to see something more in the middle and still comfortable to live in.

[@cherylmarie3662]

This is the most generous video I have seen on Vanlife. So many vanlifers are always hustling to make money on information that they acquired for free! Thanks for the honest transparent and informative video! And you are funny and entertaining to boot! You two are my new favourite vanlifers! ❤️

[@jeromeedmonson]

P lol lplppll pop 0

[@i2ambler2002]

LoL.. these people are selling their van build guide for 50 bucks. So generous!

[@YasLoLo7]

Your build is the best I've seen in layout and functionality. Thanks for sharing.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Ohh thank you so much! We worked very hard to get it perfect for us.

[@henryzhang6489]

@@mariajoseandchase is there any layout drawing that can download ? Thanks

[@davidklenk5253]

Have you done a video about the skills and experience you brought to the van conversion? Lots of people have the impression that they don’t need any building experience or technical skills to do a quality van build. The quality of your build is far beyond what most people do. Great job, I love the layout and details.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Hey David! We've mentioned it a few times before, but we had extremely limited experience when converting this van. I "learned" while building the bus we had before buying the van, but it was very basic understandings. Everything done came with additional referencing on forums and on KZbin and a lot of trial and error. Sorry this is a few years late!

[@karenparle5219]

Yay, I have a 2016 sprinter extended van. So far I have spent a total of $42k including van and build. I bought the van brand new in 2017. It only had 20 miles on it and had been sitting on the lot for a year. I've done all the work myself but I don't live in it. So, my needs are different than a full timer. I'm glad to see people using common sense with the money when building a van. good for you!

[@danielstevens8765]

I was expecting 100k that is what I have budgeted for my build I need to seriously make a spread sheet and start shopping. 30k was way less than I thought was possible.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Ohhh that’s great news!! 🙌🏻 what type of van are you thinking of building?

[@danielstevens8765]

@@mariajoseandchase I am used to driving box trucks so I am going with a Mercedes 170 extended. Needs internal storage for my bikes. So will probably make a fixed bed. Thinking I might make the back lift so it can function like a really wide chase lounge. Shower mid driver side. Seating area with table at the front of the van. Seating for 4. Two lagoon tables. one for driver other for front passenger. Skinny kitchen across from shower/toilet and passenger bench.

[@lilymurfitt6187]

Loki? norseman? wait.....

[@0xaliciaaa]

people convert their vans for less than $10,000. anything is possible.

[@VvDiverDownvV]

I've been able to work an entire 26ft box truck into about $40k dollars which includes the truck and full build. I don't think it's a horrible price to pay to be honest.

[@crystalsharadin9772]

Wow, the final total of everything was a lot less than I thought it would be. Y'all did a lot of research and hard work. I'm impressed!

[@michaelbmw1931]

🏝️

[@fanniep3286]

Amazing job on the build and thrift shopping! Obviously all of your hard work paid off in many ways including financial!! $35,859 all-in is absolutely incredible!

[@DaveM-FFB]

That's a beautiful van. Looks better than many commercially built vans, at a fraction of the price. Safe travels to you, and thanks for sharing such an informative video.

[@SonnyKnutson]

I guess you should factor in the cost of workhours as well. Even if you build it yourself. It is time spent. Either by not working during the period or building every hours you are not working which can be quite stressful. So even if you don't pay for the hours. It's worth factoring in to see the value of the hours compared to others.

[@marksstudio]

Great video and a wonderful cost analysis. The overall cost came in far lower than I expected. Plus, you guys did a terrific job. Very encouraging and thank you.

[@rontalley]

I absolutely LOVE this video! So informative and an easy watch. The format of explaining things helps me to plan my "our" near future build. Thank you so much for sharing your journey!

[@RainaTeachings]

I’ve seen Sprinter builds up to $120k so you did such a great job!

[@TheHiveDrive]

It's the Red Bull expense for me! Haha. Your build cost is AMAZING and your van itself is THE most beautiful. Absolutely amazing you guys. Totally a 6 figure-worthy van!

[@mariajoseandchase]

Arguably the most important line item. 😅 Thanks friends! Love and adore you both.

[@SunshineMix101]

It's a great achievement for you guys. It's a testimony to your own hard-work and creative prowess. Well done. :)

[@mariajoseandchase]

Thank you so so much

[@angelady6725]

Thanks so much for the cost detail is very helpful. I been watching lots of van conversion videos. Love your layout great job .I haven’t been travel since my husband had brain injury from accident.he lots his memory and eyesight .Try to travel the same places again. to helping him to bring back memories. your cost detail support me to go forward thanks again and wishing you all the best and safe travels.

[@fegusu]

I've been watching van builds and this one is the best! And the price is great, I thought it was at least a $50.000 build, good job guys... BTW I'm from Venezuela also 🇻🇪

[@jeannie20001]

I love your van/home because this is just what it is your home. I love how you broke everything down if I had the money I really would own one. Seriously. Thanks for sharing. I have subscribed. ✌❤🙏

[@1doublem]

I love you guys! You have just confirmed that I can convert a Sprinter and not be looking at a six figure price to get it done. Yes it's 2 years ago this video and price will be a bit higher. I'm just in research, planning, shopping for van stage but I'm ready!!! Thanks! ❤️❤️

[@mariajoseandchase]

Hey Mitch! What an awesome comment and compliment for us to be starting our day with. We’re sending love right back your way. Also, just saw your email come through, we’ll get back to you there today. Absolutely! The cost of materials is a bit more now, but not TOO much more. We always strive for beauty and function on a budget. There’s no reason to spend 6 figures on a van build or a bus build and we cringe every time we hear people pushing that limit or beyond. Even with a brand new 80k van I’m confident we could still come in under 100k. So it’s just wild to us. Haha

[@robbelle3707]

Looks totally doable ,I have almost every tool known to man and I have and still do work in the trades (IBEW electrician)but finding a sprinter van even used for under 45k is tough,those built out sprinters around here are 150-200k.

[@steadmanuhlich6734]

WOW! Amazing build and amazing how you kept the costs low. I subscribed to your channel when you were in the big bus. Now I see you have transferred your skills to the Sprinter. And I am again impressed by what you built AND by the very nice styling inside too (love the light color interior and use of wood and cane, details, shower, etc.). Thanks for sharing the costs and your examples of how you saved money too. Very useful info to have and inspiring example!

[@bitminerbob6731]

Think yous did really great for the van and build at that price. It would be worth much more than that now too, given the huge demand for vans.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Aww thank you so much! ❤️ we appreciate it so much.

[@jordanlong872]

I learned a lot from this video. I quite literally took notes. Thank you for this great content.

[@64maxpower]

Of all van I like yours best. All 4 of you did amazing on it

[@charlieandkimberlyhaire8299]

This is the best layout I have seen. I have been researching different design Plans, layouts and ideas not for a van but for a tiny houseboat/shanty boat build. I believe this will work perfectly with what I'm wanting to do. Thanks!

[@eduardoaguero5856]

Excellent description and well done video.. thank you....

[@HOPEbus]

That price for ur home on wheels is amazing ! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 well done guys. Ur home is stunning 😍 🤩, great video thanks for sharing ur journey 💫

[@joannfroman4976]

Thank you for sharing your van build expenses and the type of items you chose for your van. Enjoy your journey! I will keep watching and learning.

[@bee-anca236]

Omg this is a steal and so beautiful! And yeah - a pro-build would easily be 3 times (if not more) than that!

[@rongiannusa9284]

Excellent video..first one I watched that showed exact costs of each thing...thank you ...

[@carolsloan352]

Wow! Never got to hear the entire cost of doing a van over! You kept great records!

[@cathietonkin5577]

Great build!!! 👏👏👏👏. Congratulations…. It’s totally awesome!!!!

[@christinebrand5433]

The perfect Van! Thank you for these facts, very interesting. Greetings from Berlin, Germany

[@alexanderlepelch4530]

How many miles did your van have at purchase time? $18,000 seems really low...

[@forkyleandabby]

WOW! You guys are great - not only is your presentation charmingly informative but I also appreciate your experience in this whole process. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

[@sophiemarcaurele]

Wow! What resourcefulness, good taste and an eye for deals can accomplish. I’m sure you could sell this van as is for twice as much, at least! Thank you two so much for your generosity: you invest so much time and creativity into well-edited, informative and entertaining videos. Dream team all around! 🙏🤗🚐😍

[@michaelbmw1931]

Ig? 🏝️

[@dopakojones8464]

Omg!! I love this. Great explanations. Thank you so much.

[@Zakarayas]

Great video, well explained going through all the details and different cost areas.

[@ExploreTravelTV]

wow, not bad at all for a nice build out! I am seeing people trying to sell used ones for $100-$150K on FB marketplace. You could def make a profit if you decide to sell

[@debracottrill7989]

The character purchased are going to be a great return if you decide to sell. Both of you have obviously brought mad skills to this build. Great advertisement for hiring yourself out for consulting or building. It's aesthetically pleasing, nice job!

[@linamimeault7191]

Hi there :) I bought your van’s floor plan a year ago. I still think it’s beautiful!! :).

[@justgigi9545]

That's not a bad cost at all! I'm pleasantly surprised.

[@vantelontheroad1750]

That is amazing. Our van was $38,000 just for the van.

[@bettyvanwhite6745]

Great video. Thank you. So helpful as Im just beginning my build next week.

[@mariajoseandchase]

Congratulations Nancy! How fun, what type of van are you doing?

[@bettyvanwhite6745]

@@mariajoseandchase a Sprinter

[@kathleenhuber8421]

your van build is one of the best that I've seen. Its beautifiul. thank you for sharing your cost and showing us your van. I love it. kathleen

[@Scrambler85]

I watched all the van build series and it was impressive and entertaining 👏. It's good to see you enjoying your team efforts 👏 And a thumbs up for the video 👍

[@jheighten7568]

You guys are awesome! Great job!

[@Robinaa26]

I just subscribed. You two are amazing and thank you for every detail. We are in the process of buying and building our van and we watch all your videos.

[@joeynieves7677]

That’s way less than I thought! I wanna do this so bad it’s my goal this year to buy a van I’m looking for something used but I know I want a Mercedes sprinter van this video helped a lot thank you ! Buenos noches

[@jimwlouavl]

Thanks so much for this detail. I really enjoyed this and am totally impressed with your skills. I’d love to see a video about preventive maintenance and other costs of being on the road. I would have expected around $70k.

[@mid-shoreraceway5557]

Awesome job and build. This is the best build out I have seen to date and love the looks.

[@entry0131]

Perfect for those who love traveling. God Bless you guys.

[@robertwarren4248]

Very affordable prices everything considered but, it's more important to me to stay in my community and help those suffering and in need. So, you guys enjoy your roadtripping and I'll enjoy helping the children in my area who are thrilled just to be able to travel to a state park or a Saturday afternoon movie. Happy motoring!

[@ianhumphry1]

That's awesome, unfortunately for me, I dont have the skillset to do it myself so I will have to have it built. Are there any quality, fair priced builders you know of in the USA?

[@angiehernandez7671]

Awesome job. Can't believe you only spend that much. Thank you for the info...

[@gene_in_real_life]

Definitely cost less than I thought. Gorgeous build. 👍🏿

[@kellyk3933]

No doubt you saved a ton of money by doing everything yourself, but I know it was worth every penny you spent. The problem is that I'm not handy in the least. I'm much better at writing checks :(

[@mildredwebster2822]

Honestly you both are adorable. I like how you both explain pricing!!!

[@sentientbeingslove]

I have serious plans to purchase and use your build, it's by far the smartest and most fitting that I've seen... But now that I am starting to look at vans, I have to ask - how ON EARTH did you find such a great deal??? I would greatly appreciate resource tips, I've no clue where to shop. You're both so inspiring, thank you!

[@machambers00]

Great video! I bought your build guide yesterday! 😊

[@mrmotofy]

Solar/batteries- 200w panels made in the US with a 25yr warranty from ContinuousResources for $185/shipped For Lithium batteries Ampere Time and Chins have 100ah for $500 on Amazon. Will Prowse has done awesome tear down vids on em

[@BeYouSpa1]

Thanks

[@monabouknight5134]

Enjoyed your video! First I’ve seen to break it down the way you both did. Very informative. When the day comes that you’ve had enough of the road life, you could easily start your own custom conversion van business!

[@edwinalu1943]

Thank you for sharing! You did a good job on building a nice van house as well as cost control!

[@luizsantos2041]

congratulations, your project is very beautiful. I wish you great moments.

[@yolandagrajales-sutter6481]

Gracias por los detalles. Muy detallado , espero que sigan disfrutando la vida viajando y produciendo maravillosos videos .

[@Thumper7818]

You did a good job on the cost. I would have expected more.love the build.

[@ingridr.269]

What an amazing and cost-effective build! I would have never guessed that it was 35k. Congrats on the amazing job and thank you for the great, informative video! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I only have one question: how long did it take you guys the build everything? Thanks!

[@stefdrieskens2905]

Spoiler alert😅

[@skylinemusik1]

Awesome build and thanks for the info. I really want to do something like this

[@shawndawhite9631]

Wow that’s so inspiring I was over here thinking I needed to sell some body parts to have something like this! Thank you for sharing

[@Green.Fingers.420]

Great tip on using display items at reduced costs and free materials! 👌🏼

[@solzan5128]

Amazing 🤩 love your built and your journey 🙌🏼

[@mariajoseandchase]

We are so happy to have you here. ❤️

[@solzan5128]

Also I am Originally From Venezuela and 4 pups own me so if you ever come up to Massachusetts please let me know and you can take a break in my driveway you will be welcome !

[@stevio4228]

Do you have a Murphy bed? There was no mention of the bed or cost for that. What about the front seats? Do they swivel?

[@camilorios7821]

18:52, you're welcome

[@rachelgreen4686]

Hey loved your Video! I‘m quite new in van building and I just wanted to know where you got your Murphy bed from and how much it cost? Unfortunately I couldn’t find it on your van built list on your website :(

[@Luna_Kayk]

Wow 🤩 you guys did an awesome 👏 job on that Mercedes!!! I definitely was thinking 50,000 plus! I hope 🤞 I can do the same! I think my biggest problem will be finding a Mercedes Sprinter for a low price.

[@charlesbutcher9810]

Awesome thanks for the update on your build

[@JustTravels]

Beautiful built!

[@ashleyvanheyningen5685]

Did you guys notice that when MJ introduces you guys she says “We’re Chase and MJ” and when Chase does it he says “We’re MJ and Chase”? It’s the cutest thing I’ve noticed in past videos, haha.

[@fishroro9719]

Wow, you are really easy to impress.

[@ashleyvanheyningen5685]

@@fishroro9719 and you’re clearly bitter. Let people enjoy the small things in life that make us happy, scrooge.

[@Dazak]

@@fishroro9719 impressed by basic English language rules, 😀. When we are speaking in English, it is always “others and I”. So any person who has a basic understanding of English would always bring self reference in after mentioning the other person.

[@clarapeckinpaugh]

Do you have videos about how you do life with your dogs? How you store you clothes and stuff etc?

[@jimlinn9974]

Our build is $43,988.00 plus ext length, with High Roof. Our new Mercedes DELUXE was $87,629.00

[@baskinginhisbeauty374]

Ive been watching videos to learn which is better for conversion. Why did you choose the Sprinter van? Forgot the company's name, I think begins with a "V" and builder rated the Ford #1, Sprinter #2, and Ram Promaster #3. What do you think? New subbie!

[@erome1488]

Excellent video and I love your personal touches. I was wondering how many miles did your van have on it when you made your purchase?

[@irenecastillocasale5414]

¡Me encantó el vídeo! Yo pensé en una cifra bastante más alta ya que se ve tan linda 😂😂 me hizo pensar mucho y quizás el sueño de vivir en una furgoneta no está tan lejos :D sobre qué cosas me gustaría saber más en detalle: no entendí muy bien sobre el aparato bajo el asiento del copiloto para calentar la van hehe y también me gustaría saber más sobre los paneles solares y como lo gestionáis porque veo a mucha gente usando gas para la cocina y claro, pensaba que era imposible abastecerse solo con la energía solar que consigues en la furgoneta 😅 gracias por el vídeo! Lo disfruté un montón y me animó mucho

[@kylefurukawa2491]

Your Murphy bed is the best feature

[@JakeandHeather]

Amazing build guys! excellent job on keeping costs down! We spent about the same on our build!! 😎😁 This should be very encouraging for couples looking to build a van themselves!

[@captainm316]

Great vid guys, I’m looking into a build like yours soon and would love to see a step by step video. Beginning to end even in a time laps would do wonders for me. Thanks again

[@Gypsie1963]

Will you guys build for other ppl?

[@haikucommunitymedia9833]

Hola! I missed more information on how your did your sleeping arrangement. Mahalo, Tim from Maui

[@vickiesweitzer8625]

Wow! That was a surprise! Shopping on van trader, so many of the vans are $80-10k. How many hours of labor did you put into the build?

[@kkvanpelt6768]

you did a fabulous job

[@FelipeRoehe]

Parabéns pela iniciativa de compartilhar conhecimento e experiências aqui.

[@sarajean1954]

I loved this, not only is your build very cute and aesthetic, you did it within a reasonable price. I'm just wondering how you found your van for such a good deal, im currently on the hunt and I'm seeling 2005 sprinters for 17k with high miles.

[@semimba]

You are both very talented. What is your background in construction or did you just learn OTJ?

[@kellygeraghty6830]

Wow, I expected the price to be much higher. Thanks for sharing.

[@benanderson3667]

Are you willing to share how many miles you had on it at purchase? Price seems crazy low but I know the market is hard now. Thanks!