Many people fall for the temptation of looking at a nice van and then buying one without thinking about the things they require. Don't do this. You must first evaluate your needs before you can select the vehicle that you will convert to the camper.

Budget

How much money are you willing to spend? This is the first and most crucial question. Budget rules all when it is about your van's build and without one things could quickly spiral out of control. While you don't have to own one, it will help guide you in deciding what is essential and what is optional. ,Get more info.

There are always bargains available however, you don't receive what you pay for. Pouring $30,000 into a $10,000 van with over 150,000 miles on it isn't making any sense, does it?

Be sure to know what you are getting into when it comes to the van's construction platform. There's no formula that can tell you how much of your total budget should go towards the actual van cost. Make sure to have between $10,000 and $20,000 for the conversion components.

Length & Height

These two elements are usually the primary factors that determine the price of a van. These two aspects are the most important determinants of nearly every aspect of the van's construction, from its size and orientation to features like showers and seating. It also depends on how big of a vehicle and how comfortable you are driving it. Vehicles that are taller than others may be more difficult to handle than those that are shorter.

Length

How long your van impacts turning radius. It may be harder to maneuver through tight spaces like campgrounds and parking areas. Vehicle length also affects breakover angle. We'll discuss this in the section on off-roads below.

On the interior, length will determine the bed's direction or type. To learn more about how to plan your sleeping space, check out our guide to camper van beds. The overall length of the van will determine the the amount of storage space available, capacity, and whether or not you'll be able to add showers.

Height

It's crucial to consider how crucial standing up in a straight line is for you. Do you feel comfortable standing up and crouching? Ok with cooking sitting down and putting pants on laying down on your bed? Take a moment to think about this.

Height also has implications for where you can travel. Most tall vans can't fit through banks, drive-thrus, car washes parking garages, and numerous other places. 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

Off-road capabilities

Are you going to stick to campgrounds and pavements or are you planning to explore your own paths? While 4x4 vans that look amazing are costly however, they can be a a nuisance. Really think about the location you'll be driving prior to hopping into a mountain machine that might not be necessary.

By a simple tire swap, most 2WD vans can handle dirt and snowy roads. There are some vans that do come with higher clearance from the factory than other vans. Further details on that are below.

Another consideration when thinking about the off-road capabilities is the breakover angle. Find out more about approaches, departures and breakover angles here. The length of your vehicle's wheelbase and its overall length will affect the objects you can go over. Longer vans are at possibility of being stuck in the middle when climbing steep hills, and they could drag the rear of the vehicle.

Gas or diesel

This is a personal choice. Both gas and diesel vans get the job done similarly. If you are planning on towing frequently using your campervan, diesel is the better option, but aside from that there's no reason to not choose either. ,More info.

Although you may be able buy a diesel van with more miles at cheaper, it is worth considering the costs of maintaining it. Diesel engines are known to last "forever" however, they need regular maintenance.
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