ID Buzz Cargo Camper Conversion - Stripping Out The Back & First Thoughts!

Welcome to our latest campervan conversion project featuring the brand new VW ID Buzz Cargo! In this exciting episode, we dive into the process of stripping out the back of the ID Buzz Cargo to make way for an epic campervan transformation.
Join us as we share our first thoughts, ideas, and plans for this incredible project. From workhorse to wanderlust, we'll show you how we're turning this commercial van into the ultimate adventure machine, perfect for van life enthusiasts and travel junkies alike.
Get ready for an inside look at the journey of converting the ID Buzz Cargo into a dream campervan - from the initial teardown to the thrilling possibilities of the upcoming build. Don't miss out on the excitement and inspiration as we embark on this incredible campervan conversion adventure! Subscribe now and hit that notification bell so you won't miss any updates on this epic DIY project.
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[@stephenstrong8885]

Summed up by your often used word ‘ little’. Even the extra 200mill just takes it up to the length of the SWB T6.1.

[@GailBurton-w4k]

Would probably be ideal size for one but not a couple. Good to see how our van (the red one alongside) is coming along.

[@infamous7676]

I saw one of these on the M1, admittedly it was a left hand drive I think German number plated one. WOW! they look much much better in real life so to speak and are actual bigger than they look. I was expecting a mid sized van but NOPE they are full size and the paintwork look exceptionally shiny lots of depth to the paint work. Very in proportion so to speak.

[@bobrobertson9547]

I’m a big EV fan, I own a Tesla and I’m waiting to see what happens with the ID Buzz. I do like the ID Buzz as a camper, but it needs to be the LWB to make it a viable proposition for me.

[@rhidiandavies1991]

Super keen to see what you do with this. Had a lay down in the back of one today and was immediately aware of how much smaller it is than the transporter. Personally I kind of like the idea of a smaller van as it's easier to place on the road and park, plus it's usually just me sleepihg in it, but for someone that always goes away with the family i think they would seriously miss the space.

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

I’m looking forward to seeing what you make of this vehicle. Heard rumours galore about the future of the Transporter so goodness knows what will be available to convert in the future. Good Luck

[@Backwardlooking]

Far too expensive. VW are taking their customers literally for a ( financial) ride.

[@robertschnobert9090]

Quite the opposite. Driving a car is extremely cheap and should be ten times more expensive. The billions of dollars pushed into car infrastructure are mismanaged and should be put to a better use by supporting public transportation instead 🌈

[@matthewbaynham6286]

The cost of any vehicle is not just the price of buying it, but also the cost of the fuel. You will be saving a lot of money driving electric, but you would need to have some very distant holidays to the south of Italy or south of Spain till the saving on fuel start to add up.

[@edsilvester]

The cost is the depreciation. You still have the asset value.

[@matthewbaynham6286]

@@edsilvester well EV's aren't depreciating as much as petrol or diesel cars, EV's are amazingly good at holding their value. EV's have very little maintenence and the batteries are lasting many many years, so they are extremely good at holding their value.

[@edsilvester]

@@matthewbaynham6286 well yes. This was exactly my point. If you had a zero miles idbuzz on your driveway right now you might flip it for a profit. The op is completely ill informed.

[@billycan8852]

This is going to make a great camper 👍

[@POTThaesslich]

Is there space under the passenger seat to put a fridge drawer under it? I can’t believe how much height/space they are wasting by covering the front part of the cargo space, though I guess they value the flat load space higher. I have looked at VWs guidelines and they state you should leave the roof truss in place but then I’ve seen at least two conversion with pop tops already that clearly removed/moved them. Looking forward to see what you come up with.

[@adiehull]

The ID Buzz is a massive opportunity for converters to be creative. I'm bored of seeing a 3/4 Rock N Roll bed and side kitchen. Mega interesting to see what Jerba can conjure up

[@JerbaCampers]

Absolutely, we’re thinking well outside the box this time!

[@someoneelse7629]

It will probably still be a 3/4 Rock N Roll and sidecabinets, out of nececity... You need the widest fullsize vans to be able to sleep across, and there isn't much length to play with... soo...

[@adiehull]

@Someoneelse I'm guessing more like the Caddy California layout, either way it'll be interesting to see what they come up with

[@someoneelse7629]

@@adiehull Caddy California is even worse, no cupboards at all and a tiny bed, I would choose the Rock N Roll/ side cupboards over that any day

[@adiehull]

@Someoneelse I didn't say it was better, I meant the traditional set up of T4, T5, T6s is usually boring and uncreative

[@Chriswoodworker]

I would love to see a video like this on the Crafter SWB as a comparison.

Good idea.

[@Simon-dm8zv]

VW does not make SWB Crafters anymore.

[@volvocars5189]

Very interesting build to follow. If VAG would to provide V2L it would be a guaranteed hit!

[@maryt2422]

Glad I got my T6.1 when I did because this just does not seem a good option

[@darkoampem]

Very brave to take this on. I wonder what you will do for heating. Diesel heater might be hard to install as the exhausts normally go through the floor where the battery is! Maybe you can just rely on the cabin electric heater. Can't wait to see what you do either way!

[@robertschnobert9090]

Heat pumps would be the modern alternative, but I don't think this is viable here. Heat pumps have the same concept as a fridge or AC, but instead of keeping a space cold a heat pump is keeping it warm.

[@hughmarcus1]

@@robertschnobert9090 a heat pump probably would work, but only if your plugged in on a campsite. I’ve watched a few videos from a guy who caravans with a Kia EV5 & he says campsites won’t let it be plugged into the normal 16amp outlet. Some have public chargers but not all. That will be a practical problem for the foreseeable future

[@charlesdeakins2546]

Some ev use heat pump technology to manage cabin and battery temperature, any static heating or cooling will be from the drive battery, unless the conversion power supply can support electric heating, Using gas or diesel would be a conflict with the ev ethos,, Innovation comes from challenge, looking forward to the builds,

[@kimekholm7178]

@@hughmarcus1 a heat pump doesn't pull *that*nmich power, 3kW is usually the max pull, but once you're maintaining temp it's closer to 1-2 kW, meaning 30-60 hours of heating from the vehicle's own battery.

[@xxwookey]

@@charlesdeakins2546 The buzz does have a heat pump. Or at least the ID platform has a heat pump, although I gather it's efficiency turned out surprisingly poor in the ID4. There is an updated version in the LWB Buzz which alegedly works way better, and that model is clearly going to be a lot better as a camper anyway due to more space and (a bit) more range. What's currently missing (ridiculously) is a camp mode to keep the van heating on overnight. Also no bidirectional AC charging, which is silly - the vehicle has all the hardware. Come on VW, pull your fingers out (or give us the bloody software so we can fix this stuff ourselves).

[@flashback9966]

Don't rush into this, since the Ford Custom EV is just around the corner. I have driven the Transit EV and that was pretty impressive. Lot of changes coming in the campervan world. Won't be too soon.

[@JerbaCampers]

The transit ev is the new vw too, what we are doing is developing technologies and skill on an ev platform ahead of time so we are ready to go all in when the time is right :).

[@flashback9966]

@@JerbaCampers Good for you. Just subscribed, so I shall follow you closely;)

[@100staked5]

Is there not any chance of getting the multivan without everything in it to convert? You're going to struggle to sell an all electric camper

Not very big, is it? You'll need at least a LWB to get everything in. Day van, perhaps, or a pokey camper. Might be time to be looking at Fiat/Peugeot/Citroen/Toyota.

[@enyaq_gorm]

Bigger than the original VW vans

@@enyaq_gorm But Jerba's business model doesn't rely on the original vans, does it?

[@JerbaCampers]

@ You're right, it won't become a core full size campervan offering from Jerba, there's another van coming that will become just that. The ID Buzz may become a day van or something similar that we can add to our line up!

[@JerbaCampers]

Our lineup will become the Buzz, The T6.1 replacement and the Crafter.

@@JerbaCampers The Crafter will be interesting. Keep up the good work.

[@PeterPanQuails]

Can the driver and passenger seats rotate like those of the California?

[@charlesdeakins2546]

Curious to see the finished version in action, how are you supplying power to the conversion , and how will it be re charged, not seen many ev chargers at camp sites,

[@flyingpanhandle]

I'd say 'it depends'. A 3 pin hook up is quite common, so that could be done albeit slowly. But we don't refuel our cars at campsites, i've yet to see a petrol pump at one....

[@hotpointbrownlover3365]

love to see a video of turning a toyota proace city into a micro camper vans

[@09Quarks]

I think it would suit a Taransay set up, looking forward to see what you do with it.

[@ottothemercedesmarcopoloho1995]

my thoughts exactly!

[@timlowe3081]

Note. A neat “day van”

[@MrDavidcarp]

Please is there any chance you could tell me the length and depth of the wheel arch please??

[@matthewbaynham6286]

It might be worth considering the recharge time of the traction battery. All EV's of any brand will either have a 400 volt or a 800 volt traction battery. If an EV has a 400 volt traction battery the 10-80% recharge time is about 40-45 minutes, depending on the make and model. If an EV has a 800 volt traction battery the 10-80% recharge time is about 20-25 minutes, depending on the make and model. All Volkswagen's that are currently on sale have a 10-80% recharge time of 40-45 minutes. However Volkswagen has announced that in 2024 they will start producing the ID.7 which will have a 10-80% recharge time of 25 minutes. And Volkswagen has announced that in 2025 they will start producing the ID.2 which will have a 10-80% recharge time of 25 minutes. The ID.2 is a much more budget focused car and will probably cost about 25,000 Euro's. So it looks like Volkswagen will be rolling out faster batteries in the coming years, probably for their entire range. I don't know when Volkswagen is going to give the ID Buzz a battery upgrade, but it won't be any time soon, they have only just released the ID.Buzz. But give it a few years and you'll be having the 25 minute recharge time which if you have to recharge about 10-15 times between the UK and the south of Italy, will be a very important metric to look at.

[@xxwookey]

The LWB has the option of a slightly larger battery (82kWh vs 77 kWh) but it's still a 400V architecture. The Buzz charges pretty fast at 170kW peak, and good fast curve past 60%. So it's 28 mins 10-80%. Not as good as the 15 mins of the eGMP vehicles, but good enough for most people. I'll take that. Manufacturers should publish charge curves. It's really important info and it's hard to find.

[@colinmartin9147]

How much extra height do you achieve by taking out the floor? Enough to cancel out that 80mm deficit compared to the T6?

[@grast961]

Will you be able to add a solar panel and 12v leisure battery system & EHU separate to the traction battery system?

[@bluepawn]

No 4WD drive! Too expensive for such small batteries and slow charge... Maybe Sodium-ion batteries would change something?

[@jobmanshanden4447]

L2 version of the cargo isn’t going to happen… only the normal version will be getting a longer version

[@janarkolemees]

cant wait

[@cloggsy1971]

The Maxus eDeliver 9 would be a much better donor van 👍🏻

[@write2nick]

How about a roof top tent

[@steves5382]

Such a shame we dont get all the Variants like Germany.

[@daviddring8692]

How you can think it looks impressive?? I think it looks very unattractive. They're obviously going to lose there domination of the Campervan market. As you kept saying. Day van. Its obviously in your interests to play it up. But I think it's absolutely useless for Campervan conversion. But e8more than that. The work van sales will dramatically drop. I'm certain that 8x4 size will be standard in many other manufactures

[@marks-0-0]

I don't like it either. I'm not a fan of reimagining old models, its seems more of a gimmick and a promotional exercise. Also its not replacing the Transporter, the new Ford/VW van platform is out this year

[@POTThaesslich]

Any news on this?

[@granddadmark7639]

Mmm... a van that doesn't take standard size building sheet materials 👷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@RedBatteryHead]

I think it's too small. I'm converting my electric Peugeot L3 (XL) E-expert. That's not the largest yet practical to get comfortable with 2. I think the new Transit Custom and T7? Shared platform will do better for an EV camper.

[@JerbaCampers]

The shared platform will become our primary focus once it’s launched! We’re building new technologies on the buzz ahead of time that we can transfer over when it’s time. Thanks

[@andrewmillerphotography]

256miles with no weight. Not going to work other than for those willing to use it for a long weekend close to an EV charger.

[@Chriswoodworker]

The infrastructure for electric cars and the range is simply not there at the moment and will be many, many years before it's worth going down the electric route. By then, hydrogen vehicles will have taken over like what GCB is doing. Or, there will be a conversion kit for your current vehicle to have an electric system fitted. If you look on KZbin now, there are companies taking VW Transported engines out and fitting electric systems to them so it's only a matter of time.

[@Muppetkeeper]

If you think that it’s difficult to build an electric charging station, I’ve got news about hydrogen…. Most of the very few hydrogen filling stations in the UK have closed. The “fuel cycle” for hydrogen vehicles means it’s about 20% efficient, compared to 80% for an EV, so hydrogen is never going to happen for transport or home heating.

[@Simon-dm8zv]

@@Muppetkeeper exactly.

[@Buy-n-large]

256 miles....? That's an oddly computer-y number.

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

200mm is nothing. even a shoe size can be covered.

[@ojobee]

Put the panels back. This is not a camper van. 😂😂

[@tonyhayden3385]

Vw really has missed an opportunity with this van? Who in the trade is going buy an van you can't fit a sheet of ply in🤔 Over priced people carrier🙄

[@timlowe3081]

Hopeless

[@garyjones6438]

Great Video, but sadly T C Conversions have pipped you to the post ,they have already converted this van, quite well, lets see if Jerba can beat their Conversion, also you said the long wheel version is 200mm longer ,thats only 8inches , not worth bothering ! 2 foot longer sounds a lot better, Good Luck

[@JerbaCampers]

For us it’s about quality, safety and innovation. We’re happy not to be the first, we’re aiming to be the best! Thanks 😊

[@garyjones6438]

@@JerbaCampers Love your videos, Love your Presenter , but eagerly awaiting to see if you can top T C Conversions, they seem to have got quality, safety and innovation

[@jamesroberts4433]

No range. No room. No future as a camper I'm afraid to say.

[@Simon-dm8zv]

You can easily do long distances using fast chargers.

[@jamesroberts4433]

Yes there are plenty of those in the Highlands of Scotland, Wales etc.......not.

[@Simon-dm8zv]

@@jamesroberts4433 I am sure there will be many in the near future. Large parts of Europe are already covered.

[@MoThomson]

Here's hoping they add a bigger battery option for LWB along with a 240v V2L option for use with induction hob / fridge / kettles / etc

[@richardcope3850]

OMG! It's tiny. Might as well get a Nissan NV200!

[@hamishwilkinsonhw]

Just a thought will you be converting a Ford e-transit?

[@JerbaCampers]

This is actually the new VW too, they have built this together and will use the shared platform. VW have yet to announce but theirs will come with a different look and interior, and only as a hybrid and diesel option, despite being made in the same factory. This is actually good news for us, because we will be able to convert both the VW's and Ford's as they are the same vans. We think VW will launch a fully electric version later. Perhaps when the technology improves. Maybe the mk2 etc.

[@hamishwilkinsonhw]

Thanks for your reply. Keep up the great work 👍

[@matthewbaynham6286]

I'm guessing the Mercedes EQV 300 Extra-Long with 305 km range would probably make a better base for an electric camper conversion. Although this Mercedes is not available in the UK and the price in Germany is €72,519 before you do anything to it.

[@caeciliusmetellus3038]

Pseudo Eco-Crap for a gigantic price. Are we all crazy??? Traveling does not mean for mit 100 km.

[@wernerljosufjoll]

good news if you think you can make it a camper van, fucking good news...

[@davidernest7226]

Significantly smaller than the 6.1 and will cost alot more...not for me as the basis for a campervan. On a commercial side, the trades wont go for it so I imagine that other van manufacturers will take a significant market share

[@Muppetkeeper]

It will be very good for last mile deliveries, especially if it can be leased. I can’t see Bob the plasterer buying one just yet, unless he hates 8 x 4 😂

[@susanmurchie]

Hi, any update on replacement for T6.1? thanks.

[@marks-0-0]

Its the new Ford VW shared platform but biased towards electric I'm guessing

[@anoshya]

Love the design but unfortunately I -prefer my low mileage VWT6 DSG. The Buzz would require several ( possibly 7)charges from London to Spain ..far too limited charging..would buy one if they did a 500 mile charge..always worried that if the battery fails out of warranty it would cost a fortune..not too sure about electric vehicles at present

[@hmsagbakken]

I got to have a good look at one of the first ID Buzz Cargo's in Norway, as the first "customer", in the basement of Norways bigest VAG dealer (and may be the biggest VAG EV dealer in the world) 2 days before it was to get its license plates, in september. My conclution is that, at least the short wersion is a little bit to smaal to make a good camper (Well, people in the US lives in their Prius). At that time the messurements of the LWB was not known, but it will be 30cm longer, not 20cm and it will be awaylable with 2 bigger sets of batteries, and also as a 4wd and for the passenger version, it will be possible to take the back seats in and out. (it is not, at the moment) I think we should consider the Buzz to be the EV version of the Caddy, not the T6,1

[@TheMilford99]

Have just completed a trip to Northern Spain, from London via Newhaven/Dieppe in my small diesel camper. 4 fuel stops over a total of 1900 miles, it`ll be a while off before electric is any good to me. The rear of that ID Buzz is about the same as my Peugeot Partner Teepee.

[@edwardnind4702]

When the floor is removed and that step down is revealed, what is the height between the tops of those bulkheads and the roof of the van? Looks like an extra 15cm? Also, how deep are those three floor compartments that are outlined by the bulkheads?

[@markstevenson7884]

So in essence & you say it yourself, just a Day van.

[@robertturner4225]

can't wait

[@13126sarahando]

There won't be a lwb cargo available in the UK only the ID Buzz

[@JerbaCampers]

We don’t think so no, there will be the new shared platform which hopefully comes soon.

[@californiamicke9527]

👍👍👍