VAN LIFE // How much did our DIY Sprinter Van Conversion cost?

[@jblacken02]

Hundreds of Van conversation company’s out there, and you explain build cost better than anyone else on internet. Thank you.

[@bjbhehir]

Obviously the Van Builders don't want you to know how much they're making!!

[@ballwizz23]

Honestly I thought it was kind of poorly organized/categorized compared to most other similar videos.

[@richardbartholomew9205]

Richard Bartholomew has never used a new coversion van ie home on wheels i am in a wheelchair ♿ what should i do please i live in the great state of Texas 817-899-0189

[@RorysKitchen]

Thank you! As someone who decided in the last 48 hours to live the van life having no idea about it at all, this really helped me understand the costs!

[@paulortiz8063]

If this is about the first thing you saw as per vans--- you really lucked out. These guys are simple and direct yet thorough and not sooo out there that you can't do something similar. Nor so cheap it looks like they are camping in a thrift store for the night. Good, practical style, with current colors, etc. (But i would have installed a much larger sink! And a freezer the same size as the fridge. As well as killer AC! But I'm going to the desert! That spray in foam is the BEST! I might install radiant floor heat--- just for even heating so no fumes or smell or CO2. And a sound system and maybe a tv but i haven't had one in my condo for over 5 years so maybe not!)

[@margiesvanmori]

Did you move into the van? I'm moving into mine this year and came across their video too!

[@BankruptMonkey]

Van Life is much less scary now that you've pointed out I can hire someone you do the solar properly

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@NikZ3r0]

Man this video was really helpful but I can’t hear anymore due to the sub machine gun sample in the intro that burst both of my eardrums simultaneously and also killed my cat, I had to sell the van so I could pay for my medical expenses

[@twitchyleeeks]

F

[@kieronhoswell2722]

Woke my dog up. Please don’t do it again.

[@lazerfocusedstriver9960]

🤣🤣🤣 NOW THAT IS TOO, TOO, FUNNY!! You need to do stand up comedy 🤣

[@NoopNoop]

Dude I read your comment just before the guns fired. I read the "burst both of my eardrums" line and I was like "What?" And then BANGBANGBANGBANGBANG Dead

[@nashgates109]

@@asma1405 $25,000

[@wanttoplae]

Thanks for the transparency

[@JJ.Ritchie]

This is by far the most comprehensive van build cost video I've seen! Thank you both for being so thorough and transparent about the financial part of your lives. For what is generally considered a very private topic, it truly helps the newbies and/or aspiring van lifers that you are willing to share it. New subscriber! Thanks again!

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks for following along, Jen! ☺️ so glad the videos are helping you, too!

[@alanmoley320]

25k sounds a lot for conversion but in a years time you've still got it. Where as rent paid it's gone. Suddenly not so bad eh. And new van good call,second hand Van's need repairing and mb diesel very costly to fix. Extended warranty is also good call.

[@micki777]

Alan Moley two years of rent for me - IDK I wasn’t shocked 😂

[@theippster8891]

Alan Moley Totally agree, they've done a beautiful job that will save money by year two and they have a BATHROOM!

[@randomdude189]

The van being new is why it’s so much

[@dec1slh]

@@randomdude189 the conversation cost has nothing to do with how new the van is

[@jeafninja4187]

What kind job allow u to live in the van?

[@avthateck]

25k shew! The way you were talking at first I was thinking 100k or something ! That’s not bad at all

[@this_one_guy]

@@asma1405 about $67,000

[@nogerboher5266]

I met one guy in a car meet I went to, he bought an old WV T5 for 4,100 EUR, bought a new engine and swapped it all for a total of only 1,200 EUR, spent approx 1,500 EUR on aesthetics and fully converted it into the most amazing, cleanest-looking "stand-in-camper" for only 4,300 EUR and that's with an permanently extended hard top thingy with built in windows. He did all that for less than 12-13k EUR... That's what expired me to buy a van and start with my own build, I even have the similar budget of 15k EUR for this project! Don't let this discourage you guys, you can get away with less than 5,000 EUR and still have a luxury looking camper build!

[@george4658]

@@nogerboher5266 Don’t let this distract you from the fact that Hector is going to be running three Honda civics with spoon engines, and on top of that, he just went into Harry’s and bought three t66 turbos with nos, and a motec exhaust system

[@FreedomStrider]

Rent...$2000 a month...no thank you ;D Even van that you go all out and spend top dollar on to get everything perfect will pay for itself so many times, thanks for sharing guys it will help us with our conversion :)

[@evamaria644]

Seattle is very expensive to live especially to buy. So, it's better to live in alternative housing for a while and save money and as they are traveling throughout the country they will discover places that offer a lot more for less and may decide to settle down there. What I like about this couple and their lifestyle is freedom and convenience because if something happens to either of their parents they can leave and be there for them and have their home with them. They can stay as long as they like because one person isn't stuck back at an over expensive apartment and worrying about rent and other problems. Her school classes are online and so is his work. If they stayed in Seattle she might have chosen more traditional schooling and photography jobs that would have made her tided to that location. This van life puts them in a position that few others have.

[@cindyjordan2539]

You can't touch a one-bedroom apartment in a decent area in San Diego for $2K. lol

[@Nick-bo1uv]

Marie Evans when you live in Los angles and you think Seattle is cheap

[@ujack71]

Holy shit, a male van dweller without a hipster beard

[@StrollingThroughLife]

Thanks for being honest about the cost of it all! Your van looks amazing! :)

[@yourTuBaer]

US prices are so expensive!

[@NoTimeToExplain-]

One of the most beautiful, well though out and comfortable looking vans Ive seen, ever. Definitely worth the money.

[@johnvancamper9581]

This should really help anyone considering doing a conversion. I'd say 80% of anyone's costs can be quantified in advance but it's so easy to just jump in without doing those sums. So many unfinished projects out there when cash ran out. One tactic is to build the basics but allow the needed space for extras later. The Espar D2 is a great example.....run the ancilliaries for it....power cables, fuel line, hot air pipe all for under a £100 ...leave space for the main unit and controller which together cost £1000 and buy it when you have the extra cash. (Check with the dealer that your chosen equipment locations are viable.) You guys did a great job on the van both design and build management. It's really generous of you to share this financial info....can't have been an easy thing to share. So many people who have no clue of what these items cost or what value they bring to the mobile home, will judge you harshly. Not everyone has that kind of money to spend and that can make a person feel jealousy. That's no fault of yours. Happy travels everyone. John

[@Yourhighnessnona]

This video is over 2 years old, but those who are still roaming around in this video: I am new to van conversions and I fell in love with the latest built by Van Land (I think they call it Haven) and the conversion costs 180k! I mean, how can the difference be SOOO big?

[@carolynbaysperfectlyimperf6009]

Thank you so much for sharing your conversion cost! My husband and I are seriously thinking of selling everything and converting a van into our mobile home. Huge favor! Can you do an updated tour of your van with the things you would add or things you would change about your van conversion? It would be nice to see how you set up the water tanks, filter, etc under the cabinets.

[@adamdavanna6229]

Thank you for being so honest with us! A van conversion is something I might do in the future but apart from the cost of a van, I had no real idea how much it would cost. It’s actually a lot cheaper than I thought it’d be! Just realised this doesn’t include the cost of a van 😱

[@allisonnorton5670]

This is a fantastic video idea, I love when people are open about money, so helpful for those of us who are trying to figure out how much to save up for future adventures ❤️

[@72motochef]

I've seen basic Sprinter van conversions starting at $90k. Great job

[@YourMajesty143]

Must've included cost of the van. A low mile Mercedes Sprinter would be $50K to $100K alone.

[@tofupattinson]

love love love that you talk about it but also put up actual numbers for visual purposes!

[@SeattlePaddler]

One thing that I’m sure is on peoples mind (and may of already been asked), what did you do with all your stuff from your apartment? Paying for storage? Also, how often are you having to pay for parking/camping your van? Some of those hidden expenses, ya know? Thanks. Great video! Thanks for being transparent! I’m like him, I don’t want to share my personal info but my wife on the other hand wants to share to help others. Once I’m done with my 2nd van build, I’ll be sharing it on my page. I too am from Seattle but my van has to carry our kids which you don’t see much of in the van-build videos!

[@RTCPhotoWork]

They mentioned in a previous video that they have a storage unit for their things they didn't bring along.

[@SeattlePaddler]

RTC PhotoWork Thanks! I’ve messaged them a few different times they KZbin and Instagram and I can’t get a reply.

[@mikebyrd546]

Thanks guys...very helpful, I wish you would have video building it. I have a disabled daughter and my wife and I are purchasing a van so we can take her out of her room where she has spent most of the last 16 years in. This will be life changing for our family. Thank you

[@chrisandsara]

Hey mike! We actually have a good friend who is building out a Skoolie bus for the very same reason. Go give her a follow on Instagram @jordeybug and say hi! She could be a great one to connect with since she is working at figuring out the ins and outs of building a handicap accessible van/bus, too. Hope this helps! ☺️

[@mikebyrd546]

@@chrisandsara TY will do

[@Scrambler85]

Nice job with the information. I haven't started my conversion yet but I estimated about $20,000 doing everything myself. Going with a high roof Transit van so I can stand up in it, the rest are not high enough. I'm looking forward to the next video

[@uncut119]

Doing the same thing! Really wana get the 2020 transit, it's all wheel drive, but I only want to buy a transit van pre 2013. The models after 2013 are poor quality and not Australian made.

[@catllionare]

I think that my right ear fell off at 0:30 👂

[@johannesmasud6307]

Viviane B Thanks for the heads up!

[@dubbreak]

They need to Google "final cut normalize audio".

[@Elizabeth-kc9qw]

So true!

[@leormelendez]

Thanks!

[@journeywithernie]

You guys are the BEST!! I have been researching van conversions for months and you guys are SO helpful!! Thank you for linking everything and being so detailed!!

[@chrisandsara]

Happy to help! If you ever in need of more van life information make sure to check out www.vanlifestarterkit.com

[@journeywithernie]

@@chrisandsara thank you so much!

[@kinderliving1]

I think that price is fair considering that a lot of people will pay that for a brand new car that they just drive to and from work. As you said, you are living in it and working in it and getting to travel. That is much cheaper than a factory-made one. Good on you.

[@AquaRover]

Thank you for your candidness and honesty. You are a great help!

[@MsSoozy]

I say, if you got the $ and it is your home, spare no expense. You gotta live inside every day. Winter in the Pacific Northwest can be very cold and damp. You have done a magnificent job, looks great and serves a purpose, your home and office. You invested in the areas that are crucial when doing what you do. You got the biggest one out there. How is the gas mileage?? Off road? not much clearance under there. Stay safe out there.

[@jenniferaviles2250]

You both are great entertainers. Genuine. Have fun.

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks, Jennifer!

[@leojoseph6385]

Thank you so much for helping all of us out there by doing this video! I will be surprised if more people do not view this much needed video!

[@bea2790]

First time viewer! Thanks for the through breakdown!

[@mimasworld1421]

THANK YOU! This is so helpful to those of us who are considering van life. Your van is lovely and homey and exactly what I would want so knowing how much it cost you helps tremendously with my decision-making. In our culture, we don’t easily disclose financial information like this so I appreciate your honesty and transparency immensely.

[@lizbrashier]

i totally love u two!! seriously great job on video and just being you!

[@chrisandsara]

Aw, thanks, Liz! 😊So glad you found your way to our channel and welcome!

[@WingsandWheelsAlaska]

Good information! That van conversion is beautiful!

[@justinburgan]

Thank you so much for sharing all of this information! I am getting ready to build a van in the next year.. I honestly was not planning on putting a shower/bathroom until I saw how spacious it was for you all to do it! Thanks so much!

[@foxheals]

jesus the bullet sounds from the question post animation!

[@janetlynne4783]

over $9,000 for solar....I had no idea solar was that expensive. This is good to know, very helpful 🙂

[@sbrose3776]

Does not sound right.

[@janetlynne4783]

how much did it cost then?

[@armedjester81]

It shouldn't be that expensive. I feel like they were lied to and are just rolling with it. They have two panels and IDK how many batteries. Panels are usually about $1 a watt. So a 100 watt panel should cost around $100. Give or take a few bucks depending on brand, quality, etc. Then the batteries cost a bit depending on what kind but unless you are buying 10 batteries it shouldn't cost you any where near 9k. That's the most expensive one I have seen so far. But they paid for peace of mind as well. Which for some people is priceless.

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@Whiscay]

Congrats on 18k subs! That’s a lotttttaaaa people

[@juliettablack2000]

Thank you I so needed to hear that. Not a bad price

[@soley3033]

You two deliver information in the way I like to receive it! Thank you

[@chrisandsara]

So glad it's helping!! We love hearing the videos are useful to future van lifers. :)

[@KellW2012]

This was very informative. I also couldnt help but notice their relationship dynamic. She has some very interesting traits....

[@sheriah2077]

Thank you so much for the transparency and information you not only provided but the impeccable detail of explanation you gave everyone here. You guys eliminated so much of my anxiety and stress. I have a couple questions for you both though if you guys can answer them: do you both have medical insurances and how much is your monthly food budget given you guys travel so much? I know this may vary according where you are in the country as store prices goes up or down. Could you give your viewers an estimate for your average food budget per month? Thanks guys!

[@freznostate]

I’m glad you guys did it right. I never thought it would be under $45-50k fr im impressed

[@michellestratford9753]

The thing to remember is that the vast majority of your costs were start up. Now that she's built, your annual outlay will be significantly less than that $25k you would be paying on that seattle-based apartment. Thanks for a great video!

[@inmyopinion651]

People in high rent areas like Seattle or NYC this makes sense to me. You could sell the van more than likely at a profit.

[@ryansulak]

I think this is amazing and really takes out the guessing game behind getting into a sprinter van. I’d love a video where you guys talk about how you saved, thought behind your budget etc. do you have steady income coming in? Did you justify your budget based off of what you would be saving on payments for apartment and car? Stuff like that, thanks!

[@crankyoldbutchbuildsout2013]

Wow! I watched your video on AM Solar but NEVER Imagined it would cost over $9k! That’s more than my Entire build budget! I won’t be calling them!

[@chrisandsara]

You can still call them and they can work with your budget.

[@loulou-ut1gg]

25k is not bad at all! You would may pay that for rent somewhere per year When you were saying it was a lot I thought it would be something like 100k When I’m a bit older I already have life planned out haha I’m going to do a van conversion based of your interior to be honest and then get a little puppy as I wouldn’t want to be adventures on my own! Your van definitely has the best interior Love from the uk 🇬🇧❤️

[@enduringnomad8385]

Excellent especially using 'expert' advice on solar. Thanx And audio was no issue. Experience has taught me to check levels before visiting any YT channel.

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@cliffspicer6555]

This was great. I am just toying with the idea of a van right now but looking at your van I would have thought you spent more. Not that I had a reference of any sort, but if you paid approx. $25K a year to rent and have nothing to show for your money at the end paying $25K seems like a no-brainer. I realize there are operating costs but at least you have an asset that if you wanted to sell if after a year it would be worth something but after a year of renting you have nothing to show for your money. If you work on the road, did you look at creative accounting methods to help write-off some of those costs on your taxes? Great video and very useful.

[@alanmcmahen5238]

Good video. Thanks. Minor correction its a CO detector (carbon monoxide) not CO2 (carbon dioxide).

[@Cassianormourao]

Funny, they didn't liked your correction.... Like wtf?

[@Bnguyen276]

Don’t need it if you go all electric.

[@1helluvawomen]

That’s a pretty good budget. I don’t think people were asking how much it cost you to convert your van to be nosy. They just wanted an idea of what it could cost to do such a thing. Thank You for being transparent ☺️

[@taxi615]

thats not to bad for all high quality parts and products those on a tighter budget could do the same for half or even less, won't look as good or maybe as efficient as you guy's but still get the job done. Many things could be bought second hand also. For your tires look online many sell good used KO2's for half the price as new that would set you up fast. great break down love the set up.

[@nurse.alexis]

thank you for the info & the links!! this has also encouraged me to take detailed notes on my spending as i build!

[@cathietonkin5577]

Very very very helpful!!!! Thank you for letting us ‘in your business’!!!! Happy travels to you both!

[@carolyn6569]

What happens when you have an argument or just want some alone time? How do you maintain your sense of independence while living/traveling in such close quarters?

[@chrisandsara]

Great questions! We will make a video talking about this!

[@karenclaypatch6917]

💚💚💚 absolutely the most informative video on van build out I've seen. Thank you!

[@chrisandsara]

Wow, thank you!

[@Thomas-wp3ik]

This has the most informative analysis i have seen . God Bless

[@Kakarott2023]

Thanks for the honesty! Now I finally know what to expect

[@sharilambeth9062]

Thank you for sharing so many details! This is a very helpful video for getting an honest idea of what costs might look like!

[@finntrew9184]

When will you guys do a Garage tour? My partner and I are starting our own van conversion and need garage inspiration ☺️

[@chrisandsara]

Our garage video is finally live! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fny0q4aamrJ8frs

[@nixablaza5482]

ayeee!!! PNW IN THE HOUSE LOL I CAME ACROSS TO THIS FOR A REASON BEEN THKING WHAT TO BUILD MY OWN AND I WANT TO BUY ONE THAT IS CHEAP OR USED ONE. yessss it is EXPENSIVE HERE! (eye rolled)

[@1monagale]

Excellent information, with the expense of rent this is a good option. Thanks for the path and inspiration.

[@chrisandsara]

Glad it was helpful!

[@loril.7470]

Really good content, really nice people (+dog)... Hope to see more of you 😊

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks so much, Lori! Glad to have you following along!

[@Westfaliadigitalnomads]

really a lot of money as I think we bought or VW Westfalia, already equipped with everything for 6000 Euro, and in the last 7 years of fulltime travel we spent additional 5000 euro to rebuild it, engine parts and maintainence, and we're currently still rolling! :)

[@chrisandsara]

You definitely can do it a heck of a lot cheaper. We even mentioned that in the video. We just chose to eliminate a lot of risk since we were in a position where we were able to. We understand everyone’s situations are different, we just chose not to risk it with something like a westy. :)

[@SuperBacDoc]

Let's Be Us , I’ve owned a few Westphalia vans and they are awesome but AC sucks and try to get a Westy fixed or go up steep mountain roads and that is a downer.

[@Westfaliadigitalnomads]

SuperBacDoc AC always work, I just pull down the window hahahaha and sometime going slow is not bad, at least for us

[@mattbrennan8088]

thanks for leaving the links to the products here!

[@vanlife7776]

Hello you two 😁😁 I’m sat on my beach in the UK In a long wheelbase Mercedes sprinter 4x4 with my doggies and we are watching your videos and enjoying them very much indeed 👍👍👍 Best wishes and thank you for sharing 🌟😁😁🌟🚐👌🌎☕️☕️🍰🍰

[@jasperfk]

Vanlife how easy do you find things like water and sewage in this country? Do you pretty much have to go to a campsite?

[@sandiw2364]

Fabulous van. It is great quality for sure. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@hawkiasmrvideos9440]

Thanks guys you made things very clear I am thinking of doing my own van. Looking forward on seeing your adventures.

[@christopherlucas1395]

Oh my goodness!!!! Thank you guys sooooooo much for this breakdown!!! I really want to go van life! And now because of you guys, I have a really good idea of the cost involved! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@chrisandsara]

We're so glad this was helpful to you, best of luck on your van life journey!

[@samkeino6810]

I have watched over three dozen van conversion videos. I learned more from your two videos on conversion than all others combined! It would be great if you ever got into the conversion business!

[@sailorveronika9797]

This was a great summary - thanks a lot for sharing :)

[@flakeyliving8025]

That's just under a year pay for me. Not bad, great investment, rather surprising actually. Well done.

[@willyfilmedit9455]

I understand you wanted it safe professionally done but how did the solar cost so much? All of the main components you used cost less then 2 grand, the other 7.5 grand was used for wires, shrink wraps, misc items, as well as service?

[@roslolian11]

Did you watch the video? There is no "service" AM solar just gave them the materials and diagrams how to install it. Also solar panels and lithium ion batteries cost more than 2k brand new unless you're buying like 10 yr old used junk.

[@regitzecamara36]

You can buy 200 watts solar panels on amazon from $200-300

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@lw3957]

Hes not wrong. You seem like you are using 10 years ago pricing

[@yuminkitano1367]

thank you so much for this.. I was really determine to live in a van and this really gives me the idea how much and for a fact that i still need to buy a van itself 🤣. But i'll get there.. it's mot easy to rent, it cost more and you can't even design it according to your liking..and not insure that the owner won't kick you out or something.. I was in a situation several times that i have to move out and downpaymnt is a pain in the ass. Hopefully soon, i'll get to have my own home. Love your ideas esp. for the bathroom. i hate to go outside and do that like any other van life does, i still want my privacy.. looking forward for more. 🥰👌

[@Qdrophenia]

Awesome video! Is the solar system video still coming? Would be really interested in hearing about it

[@chrisandsara]

We finally uploaded our solar video! Check it out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_WpGeXatiaias&lc=UgwtLvGQAEMvpd9Ammh4AaABAg

[@alfriedar]

Thank you so much for telling all...really needed this..

[@tiamaat2387]

You have a wonderful van, I love it. But dang, I know i could severely cut that down for my own project. Thanks for these videos, great job and I learned a lot of new info already. Pays to research and plan ahead of time. Happy trails!

[@YilmazArdaSingh]

Thank you. My partner and I are planning to be van dwellers in 4 years after our baby goes to college. We're pretty much average income and planning to do a year at least on the road to figure out where we want to "end up". I was thinking i'd need to save 20k a year just to do the build out in 4 years. This puts me way more at ease with the financial reality. I wish more van lifer's would share some some of that spread sheet magic.

[@valerieleuba]

I would put in a EMF blocker since you both are so close to the computers!! Shungite is decorative and blocks EMFs. Karelian Heritage is a honest company. but do the research. oh course

[@michelleparks4582]

Thanks for the transparency guys! It was very helpful!

[@chrisandsara]

So glad it helped! ☺️

[@veganfromvenus]

How are you liking the max fan??.the reviews were not good. Wondering if you have any problems with it and does it keep you cool? Thank you

[@Itsmeandmyadhd]

If they any other way to get electric in my van with getting solo planner as I know I couldn’t efford 9000 for now

[@mem5922]

How much did you pay for the van to start? Now that you are living in the van full-time, what is your total monthly living expense?

[@nikolaosstamos420]

Why spray foam insulation as opposed to Rockwool type of insulation?

[@carmelinarosinski8953]

My husband uses these plans from Stodoys and is very happy with them. However. I love yours!

[@chrisandsara]

Thank you!

[@carmelinarosinski8953]

@@chrisandsara 👍👍

[@ShananigansDownunder]

Do you have a spreadsheet you could share for when I build my van? Just to ke4ep track of all the expenses. :)

[@Firestarter078]

Please tell us more about your security! I would really love to add it to my wish list!

[@sofiaoropesa]

middle class are now living in a van

[@RedElectric3]

Literally

[@shelots]

let em live

[@crazycarl00]

That's the way of western America

[@carllubrin8518]

And rent free don’t for get bout that lol so not really middle class

[@clickclack7451]

@@shelots damn u look god

[@twighere]

that’s amazing!!! i 100% thought after watching the van tour video it would be way more than that!!

[@HayleyandJake]

We just rewatched this video to sanity check our budget for our van 😂🙈 thanks for sharing your numbers! 👍

[@chrisandsara]

It can get so expensive so fast!! Best of luck y’all! Can’t wait to see what you do with your new van. ☺️

[@HayleyandJake]

@@chrisandsara it can!! Thank you 😊 best of luck with yours too!

[@juliewigner6549]

Cool! I feel better about what I've spent on mine now. That's really good for a complete home!

[@nixablaza5482]

so the climate control the 1,352 is that included to $3.3660.61?

[@CheeseOnEverything]

I find it so funny that when I was watching this video, a Bentley commercial came up. As if anyone watching this was thinking, hmm how to save money living in a van, maybe I should buy a Bentley instead 🤔😂🤣

[@norezenable]

Now you can buy both apparently (cuz the money saved on rent)

[@nalaqueenofthejungle]

Honestly these van videos are super addictive and has me saying “screw it. I’m selling my 9500 sq ft house, my Ferrari, Audi R8, Porsche , Mercedes AMG and doing a van conversion so I can park next to a beautiful beach and lay in my van, on my mattress with the back doors open so I can smell the fresh air while my husband is taking a poop in our composting toilet next to the coffee maker. Aaahhh, Van Life.”

[@independentthinker9113]

You are an adorable--and smart--young couple! Wishing you much happiness in your life and adventures! And thanks for the great information.

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks so much! Glad the info helped, too. :)

[@Tonys_Podium]

How many Kw of batteries and solar panels do you have?

[@alfriedar]

You are way under budget... you own the van. And all in it... the apt...was money out the window.. good job..and that is year one....year two will be cash in your pocket. Thank you for doing this!1

[@kennb.4169]

Thanks for your review style!

[@chrisandsara]

Glad you liked it!

[@imahick5723]

Thanks for breaking down the expenses by area/ There is a lot to getting a van ready for living in

Nice van and good video! We just got in to the van life recently and we watch your channel all the time ❤️ you have inspired us to start making our own videos and they are slowly taking off so thanks for your videos and keep them coming 👍