Many people fall into the mistake of looking at a beautiful van, then purchasing it without considering the requirements they'll need. Avoid this. The process of selecting the best van to convert into a camper starts by knowing what you want from the vehicle.

Budget

How much can you spend/are willing to spend? This is the primary and most important question. Budgets are the most important thing to consider when it is about your van's build and if you don't have one things will quickly spiral out of control. You absolutely don't have to set a budget, but it can really help to guide you when it comes to deciding on the necessities vs things you would like to have in your conversion process. ,Homepage.

You'll always find bargains however as the saying goes, "you get what you pay for." Skimping out of your platform can cause maintenance and reliability headaches later down the road. It's not logical to spend $30,000 on a van with 150,000 miles or more than 10,000 miles.

When it comes to your van build platform, be sure you know what you're signing up for. There's no single formula that can tell you how much money should be allocated to the van cost. Make sure to leave yourself between $10,000 - $20,000 for the conversion components.

Height & Length

These two aspects are often the most important factors in determining the cost of a van. These two aspects are the primary determinants for the majority of aspects of your van's build, from the size and location to amenities such as seating and showers. A large part of it depends on how large of a vehicle you're comfortable driving. Larger taller vehicles operate differently than some of the smaller vans.

Length

How long your van impacts turning radius. It may be more difficult to maneuver through small spaces such as campgrounds or parking spaces. Vehicle length also affects breakover angle. This will be discussed in the off-road section later.

On the inside, length will ultimately determine the bed's direction or type. For more information about planning your sleeping space, check out our guide to camper van beds. The overall length of the van will determine things like storage area capacity, seating capacity and whether you are able to include showers or not.

Height

It's really important to think about the importance of being able to stand tall is for you. Do you feel comfortable crouching while moving? Do you feel comfortable being seated while cooking, and later putting on your clothes at the time you wake up? This is a big one.

Height also has implications for where you're able to go. A lot of taller vans are too large to pass through drive-thrus, banks, as well as parking garages. It may seem like a small thing, but it's not really clear how restrictive this can be until you must leave the places you're used to.

The ability to drive off-road

Are you content to stay on the road or in campsites or are you looking to forge your own path? Although 4x4 vehicles that look great are expensive, they can be a an issue. Consider the location you'll be driving prior to hopping into a mountain machine that might not be necessary.

By a simple tire swap the majority of 2WD vans are able to manage snowy and dirt roads. Certain vans have higher factory clearance than others. Further details on that are below.

Breakover angle is a different factor when considering off-road capabilities. Learn more about approach as well as departure and breakover angles. The area you're allowed to cross is affected by the wheelbase of your vehicle and the overall length. Longer vehicles tend to be more likely to get stuck on hills that are steep or drag the rear of the vehicle.

Gas or diesel

It's a personal preference. Both gas and diesel vans can do the job effectively. If you plan on towing regularly with your campervan then diesel is the best choice but other than that you won't be disappointed with either. ,Web site.

You may be able to buy a diesel vehicle with a lot of miles for cheaper but always think about the cost of maintenance. Diesels are able to run "forever", but they require maintenance on a regular basis.
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