Many people fall for the temptation of looking at a nice van, and then purchasing one without thinking about what they need. Don't do this. The process of selecting the best van to convert into a camper starts by knowing what you want from the vehicle.

Budget

What is the maximum amount you can spend/are willing to spend? It's the most important and fundamental issue. Budget is the most important factor when it is about your van's build and without one things could quickly get out of hand. There is no need to have a budget but it will to guide you when it comes to making the right choice between necessities and things you would like to have in your conversion process. ,Website.

There are always deals to be found however, you don't receive what you paying for. It's not logical to invest $30,000 in an SUV with 150,000 miles, or over 10,000 miles.

When it comes to your Van build platform make sure you know what you're signing up for. There isn't a magic formula to determine what percentage of your budget should go towards the actual van cost. It is recommended to budget between $10,000 and $20,000 for the components of the conversion.

Height and Length

These are the main elements that affect the cost of the van. They are also the main determining factors for nearly every aspect of your van including the size of your bed and its direction to other elements such as showers and seating. It also depends on how large a car and your comfort with driving it. Vehicles that are taller than others will handle differently than vehicles that are smaller.

Length

How long your van impacts turning radius. It may be harder to maneuver in tight spaces like campgrounds and parking lots. The length of the vehicle also influences breakover angle. We'll get into this 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, read our guide to camping van bed sizes. The length of your van will determine storage space, capacity and whether you are able to add a shower.

Height

It is crucial to think about the significance of be able to stand tall. Do you feel comfortable crouching when moving around? Ok with cooking sitting down and putting pants on laying on the bed? This is a big one.

Height also has implications for the places you're able to get to. A lot of taller vans are too big to fit through banks, drive-thrus and parking garages. This might seem small but it's hard to realize the extent of how difficult this could be until you must get out at places you're used to.

Off-road capabilities

Are you content to stay on the pavement or in campsites, or do you want to make your own way? Jacked up 4x4 vans are stylish, but they come with hefty price tags. Consider where you'll be driving before jumping into a vehicle that might not be necessary.

With a simple tire change the majority of 2WD vans are able to manage snowy and dirt roads. Certain vans come with better clearance at the factory than others. Read more about this here.

Another factor to think about when thinking about the capabilities of off-road vehicles is the breakover angle. Learn more about approaches, departures and breakover angles here. Wheelbase and overall vehicle length will affect the objects you can go over. Longer vans are more likely to get stuck on hills that are steep or drag the rear of the vehicle.

Gas or diesel

This is a personal choice. Both diesel and gas-powered vans get the job done equally well. Diesel is better for those who plan to frequently tow your campervan however you're not going to go wrong with either. ,Read more.

Although you may be able buy a diesel van with more miles for less money however, you should consider the maintenance costs. Diesels are known to run "forever" however they require regular maintenance.
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