I've just bought a Peugeot Boxer 16 seat minibus for this purpose. It's longer and higher inside than a Transit, all in it should cost me about £3000/£3500 including the £1100 purchase price of the bus. I have a mate who is a boat builder by trade and he is doing most of the work ;) . Ours will be a 4 berth set up with the lounge area directly behind the driver seat converting into a double bed and the other double bed made from the dining area at the back doors with toilet/cooker between
Basically like we used to do in our Dodge, Chevy, and Ford vans back in the mid 1970's, except fancier, and without shag carpeting. LOL! Thank you for posting this! The first time I saw the Transit van I knew it would make a good conversion project. Well done, Sir!
@Soundgarden8497 I'm not sure why you would say that. I think it's a great idea - in fact it is essential for the way we use the camper.
We do not generally stay on campsites and like to wild camp completely self sufficiently. A toilet is essential and is not a hygiene/smell hazard as it is kept clean and closed when not in use.
Awesome work! Wish I had the skills/tools/time/space to do such a thing..but alas..I'm opting for the next best thing..buying a Class B Motorhome by Roadtrek!
@Principalies Thanks for your comment. The back is about 7' 10" long and 5' 8" wide. The cabinets are made with a specialist lightweight ply board which is made by a company called Vohringer. It is designed for motorhomes and similar applications and the veneer is very hard wearing. I'm very pleased with it, although it is more expensive than standard plywood. Different finishes are available.
@motorhomeplanet thank you for the quick reply! I am very impressed and inspired. I will be using your great work as reference for when I will convert my van. Thank you so much and cheers to your home!
@sweetypie000 Thanks for the comment! I've only got the one at the moment and we're still using it, so it's not for sale (yet). Will probably sell on eBay when the time comes.
I've just bought a Peugeot Boxer 16 seat minibus for this purpose. It's longer and higher inside than a Transit, all in it should cost me about £3000/£3500 including the £1100 purchase price of the bus. I have a mate who is a boat builder by trade and he is doing most of the work ;) . Ours will be a 4 berth set up with the lounge area directly behind the driver seat converting into a double bed and the other double bed made from the dining area at the back doors with toilet/cooker between
samninetysix 2 weeks ago
@samninetysix Sounds good, good luck with the conversion.
motorhomeplanet 2 weeks ago
Basically like we used to do in our Dodge, Chevy, and Ford vans back in the mid 1970's, except fancier, and without shag carpeting. LOL! Thank you for posting this! The first time I saw the Transit van I knew it would make a good conversion project. Well done, Sir!
Mosparx78 2 weeks ago
you put a toilet in that tiny little camper? seriously bad idea
Soundgarden8497 1 month ago
@Soundgarden8497 I'm not sure why you would say that. I think it's a great idea - in fact it is essential for the way we use the camper.
We do not generally stay on campsites and like to wild camp completely self sufficiently. A toilet is essential and is not a hygiene/smell hazard as it is kept clean and closed when not in use.
Cheers, Roland
motorhomeplanet 1 month ago
@motorhomeplanet each to their own lol
Soundgarden8497 1 month ago
Awesome work! Wish I had the skills/tools/time/space to do such a thing..but alas..I'm opting for the next best thing..buying a Class B Motorhome by Roadtrek!
RogueRVer 3 months ago
How big is the back (not including diver's compartment) in feets? and what is your cabinet material? Because the surface looks very nice.
Principalies 4 months ago
@Principalies Thanks for your comment. The back is about 7' 10" long and 5' 8" wide. The cabinets are made with a specialist lightweight ply board which is made by a company called Vohringer. It is designed for motorhomes and similar applications and the veneer is very hard wearing. I'm very pleased with it, although it is more expensive than standard plywood. Different finishes are available.
motorhomeplanet 4 months ago
@motorhomeplanet thank you for the quick reply! I am very impressed and inspired. I will be using your great work as reference for when I will convert my van. Thank you so much and cheers to your home!
Principalies 4 months ago
what would you say it cost in USD? it looks really good you guys did a good job or whoever did it
josh198869 6 months ago
How long is the bed?
bradspad 6 months ago
@bradspad It's 6'2" (1.88m). It's just long enough for me to stretch out comfortably and I'm 5'11". Cheers, Roland
motorhomeplanet 6 months ago
i want it i want it ! GIVEAWAY ???
:D :D
but seriousy..... got any for sale done up ? i don't have a driveway or garage to fit one out
sweetypie000 7 months ago
@sweetypie000 Thanks for the comment! I've only got the one at the moment and we're still using it, so it's not for sale (yet). Will probably sell on eBay when the time comes.
Maybe there's a business idea there :)
motorhomeplanet 7 months ago
@motorhomeplanet you'd sell them all day long dude, no kidding !
especially mazda, friendee and transit connect conversions !
sweetypie000 7 months ago
Inspiring! Thanks!
dsiepman2000 8 months ago
Nice clean Job !
makeyafamous1972 9 months ago
nice van job well done looks great
leeanddean 1 year ago
Nice work! Good example of a side unit layout. I've done some vids on my channel of a fixed rear bed with half dinette panel van conversion.
MakeYourOwnMotorhome 1 year ago
Fantastic job! Looks really great.
Hope to see more like this.
:)
Texture2000 1 year ago