Custom Built Camper Vans

INTRO CALL - It’s important that we take a few minutes to get to know each other and what you want in your van. After you contact us one of our staff will reach out to set up an introduction call. During the call we’re able to get a general scope of your conversion and provide a ballpark estimate of the work to be done. If everyone is in agreement that the ballpark and the scope are set then we move onto a detailed estimate.

DESIGN ESTIMATE MEETING- Our next call or meeting will be a one to two hour call where we go through every part and detail of your project. From this call we will be able to provide you with the price of your build. Pricing out a custom camper van is no small feat and requires several hours of work to capture all the details, therefore we charge $150 for a detailed estimate. Ultimately, this payment will be deducted from the cost of your project.

DEPOSIT - We require a $5000 deposit to hold your spot in our schedule. This payment will be applied to the balance of your build.

This is where the process gets really fun. 90 Days before the start of your build we will meet with you to have the final design meeting. In this meeting we will decide the colors and finishes in your van, finalize the layout and cabinetry, and add or remove components that you’ve dreamed up since our last chat. After this meeting we will be able to provide you with a floor plan and 3D renderings of your build. We will then finalize the estimate and invoice for parts and materials. (typically 50% of the total estimate)

On average it takes us 8-12 weeks to build a custom van. We ask that you have the van delivered to us a week before your build start date. We like to maintain close communication throughout your build with weekly updates and photos to keep you involved in the project. Four to six weeks into your project we will invoice for 50% of the remaining balance. As we get closer to completion of your project we will work with you to schedule your van pickup.

It’s Here! New-Van Day! Please plan to spend a couple hours with us to walk through your new van and the systems installed. Our intention is to send you off prepared and educated. Along with this demonstration you will receive a user guide and and manuals provided by component manufacturers.

Any remaining balance will need to be paid in full before heading out.

A custom build ranges from 60k - 180k. This cost does not include the chassis.

We offer financing with terms up to 20 years for qualified buyers.

We are currently booked 1-2 months out. We do our best to be flexible with this but fill our schedule on a fist come basis. Our spring through fall schedule fills up quickly.

A full build takes 10-14 weeks from when your van arrives at our facility.

We build on Sprinter, Transit and ProMaster. All lengths, all heights.

Have something different? We’re always open to exploring other platforms.

Vanlife Customs does not currently sell the chassis with the build.

However, we often have chassis on hold with local dealerships to help make your purchase and conversion experience smoother. You can see what we have available here.

We also have many resources to hep you find the perfect van for you build.

We offer a 3 year 36,000 mile warranty on our craftsmanship and materials. Components such as fans, fridges and electrical items are subject to the manufacturer's warranty restrictions. In the event that you have a problem with any of these items, we are here to help you get it sorted out.

Please be aware that we may not honor warranty claims if you are renting your vehicle on platforms such as Outdoorsy or GoCamp.

Yes. We work with a Marine and RV financial institution which can offer terms up to 20 years on a Vanlife Customs Build for qualified applicants.