Full Cost Breakdown How Much Did It Cost? - VW T5 Camper Project

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A video that you have been asking for, How much has it cost to build the van? In this one we go through in depth and discuss the costs involved with the conversion breaking it down episode by episode.

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[kingcal]

Van is brilliant, thanks for putting the costings together. Just goes to show how much all the hidden bits and pieces cost. Like you say, you build a van to suit your wallet. Some people might just throw a mattress in the back whilst others spec it to the max. Main thing is you've built something that does exactly what you want it to do, and looks great.

[vauxhallmechanic]

This is why I went and brought and California 8 years ago, it was cheaper to buy a factory built one than it was built it, also everything inside the van fell into the 3 year warranty, not like buy non gen equipment and wish for the best. My California is still reforming perfectly even after 8 years of fun on the road, I will say you can't take away the fun of building your own dream as you wish it to, Quote this post is not to dis your own dream and it's been fun watching you forfill that dream, I wish all the best and enjoyment with what you have created, but for some it maybe easier to make other choices. Thanks for creative content.

[adamlangwell]

That’s a little less than I thought it would have cost. You’ve done a great job on it Dan, I especially like the units you made 👌

[wagonman]

As nice as your van is, camping for me is about having fun outdoors for a little as possible. A basically insulated and carpet lined van with a mattress slung in the back, a cheap little gas cooker and a few folding chairs, and you will have just as much fun if not more with a bit of cash left in the bank lol. But credit where credits due cracking job mate 👍

[robertmclaren]

Great build series Dan you have inspired me to get my finger out and get serious about my conversion, cheers

[hst_d]

Big total but a very well spec'd build for an 'older' van, love your approach tho I don't understand having a van your then scared to use 👌

[jammydodger]

6K for a VW transporter second hand is wild. I might have missed it but I imagine the amount of miles on it was 150+? These days a 100k miles transporter is 15k

[xekx]

Open and honest as ever! Absolutely smashing it mate super big chunk of money when you Inc your time but hey! WHAT A BUILD and worth every penny can’t put a price on freedom and happiness
Fair play.
Looking forward to the “boat build😊” 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼keep the content coming and the merch is 👌🏼

[mikefandango]

One thing for sure, any car you bought for the 30k will be worth a fraction of what the camper will be worth in 5yrs time and you’ll have so much fun in it. Cracking job Dan!

[mikeevans]

The van looks class Dan you have done a fantastic job well done 👏

[downnoutmotors]

Great build mate and enjoyed it start to finish.. looking forward to whats next 👍

[vinideno]

That’s the price of small house in Mediterranean somewhere 😮

[mattog]

Great job mate. We never get back what we spend on these vans, but I don’t think that’s the point. You build it so you can create memories in something you are proud of, and you’ve definitely done that! Keep up
The good work!

[griffogriff]

Great project, but top quality materials done right

[IronMountainx]

Decided against VW myself due to cost and converted my imported Nissan Elgrand van with 37800 miles, 3.5L V6 250bhp, selectable 4x4 with electronic Diff locks and electronic 4x4 modes. Comes with Full leather interior, surround cameras with birds eye view for security, swivel captains chairs, BOSE surround sound system, electric drop down TV screens etc.
Purchase price + import costs + conversion (built myself) came to about £13000.
Its also alot of fun at the lights to unsuspecting boy racers..

[maverick]

Camper is superb Dan, 30k is reasonable for a bespoke van with everything you wanted, it’s also very saleable to others despite its uniqueness

A friend recently bought a late model camper from camper kings, lovely looking and spec camper but……70k 😬

[trevorwoods]

I'd say if you were to put labour costs into that you'd be talking at least £5000 so it's a great saving been able to do the work yourself. Thanks for sharing all that with us Dan so are we back on the polo for the next one.

[BrunoDeroberto]

Wouldn't the world be a better place if Honda Toyota BMW and Audi made these vans too. Then people wouldn't have to pay silly money for the VW badge that's often got tons of mileage. What a rip off they are . But the sheep keep following!

[philcorp]

Where are you based. I'm interested in having a tailgate to replace my barn doors

[Gmh]

Cheaper to buy an actual motorhome on a t5 chassis and have lots more space, nicer bigger bed a proper toilet, shower, kitchen etc etc. converted van prices are laughable tbh.