Custom Camper Van Conversions
Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit conversions built in-house since 2016. Conversion packages from $46,950, turnkey builds from $113,950
Shop by Lifestyle
Pick the starting point that matches how you travel. Every layout below has been built and refined across 300 vans.
3 ways to get into a Vansmith build
Bring us the van you already own, buy one through us, or drive off in a van that is already built. Whichever route you pick, the build itself is yours to shape.
Convert your own
You already own the van. We design and build the interior around how you travel.
- Conversion from$46,950
- Foundation shell$9,970
- Build time12 to 16 weeks
Buy and convert
One purchase, one point of contact. We source the Sprinter or Transit, then build it out to a layout we have already proven, or one you design with us from scratch.
- Turnkey from$113,950
- ChassisSprinter or Transit
- Build time12 to 16 weeks
- LayoutProven or fully custom
Ready-built
Pick a pre-built Bivy, or an in-stock or used van sitting on the lot in Boulder today.
- Bivy from$119,700
- Ready in8 to 10 weeks
- On the lotBoulder, CO
Vans available now in Colorado
Every new model we build, from pre-built Bivy vans ready in 8 to 10 weeks to conversion packages for the van you already own. Filter by how you travel, then open any model to see the full layout and pricing.

Sprinter Bivy Classic
From $119,700
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Bivy Plus
From $145,845
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Bivy Deluxe
From $192,570
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Full shower

Sprinter Bivy XL Classic
From $153,700
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Bivy XL Plus
From $180,845
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Bivy XL Deluxe
From $227,570
Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Sprinter Duo
From $115,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Duo S
From $122,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
Full shower

Sprinter Duo XL
From $129,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Duo XLS
From $136,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Sprinter Family
From $120,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

Sprinter Family XL
From $134,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Sprinter Family XLS
From $141,950
Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Duo
From $46,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Duo S
From $53,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
Full shower

Duo XL
From $56,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Duo XLS
From $63,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Family
From $51,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

Family XL
From $61,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Family XLS
From $68,950
Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Grind - The Office Van
From $64,000
Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

Hustle - The XL Work Van
From $55,000
Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
No interior shower

THE FOUNDATION
From $9,970
Conversion only, you own the van
No models match every filter. Try clearing one.
Why buyers choose The Vansmith
We are a family-owned shop in Boulder, and we have built more than 300 vans since 2016. Every one of them was designed and built in-house, not outsourced to a third-party fabricator.
- Layouts proven across 300 builds, not first attempts
- Electrical designed and installed by our own team, so the people who wired your van can service it later
- Four-season systems tested through Colorado winters and desert summers
- Lifetime cabinet warranty for the original owner, with no mileage or year limits
- NOAH certified, independently inspected against RV industry build standards
Our vans are built to look like a home rather than an RV, and to hold up on Rocky Mountain passes in February. If your trips end where the pavement does, start with our 4x4 and AWD camper vans. If you want a premium interior for long trips, look at the luxury camper van collection.
Explore Our Van Builds & Inventory
We build on both, every week, and neither is the wrong answer. The Sprinter holds value better, the diesel gets more range per tank, and its AWD system has years of proven mountain use. It costs more to buy and more to service. The Transit costs less up front, the gas engine is cheaper to maintain, and any Ford dealer in the country can work on it. The EcoBoost keeps its power at altitude, which we notice here in Colorado.
How can we help
Van Builds
Full conversions on your van or ours, with solar and lithium electrical, plumbing, galley and cabinetry. 12 to 16 weeks.
Installations and Repairs
Heaters, air conditioning, solar, roof vents, windows, suspension and seating, fitted at our Boulder shop whoever built your van.
DIY kits and CNC
Cabinets, galleys and accessories for self-builders, plus custom precision cutting on our CNC.
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What the build process actually looks like
Our camper van conversion process runs in five steps, with payments tied to each one:
- Quote. We scope your needs and give you a fixed, itemised number.
- Design deposit, $2,500. Secures your slot and buys you time with the design team.
- Design approval, 50% due. Colours, materials and layout locked. We order parts.
- Build launches, 25% due. Your van enters the shop. Four to six weeks on the floor.
- Handover, final 25%. Pick up in Boulder or we arrange shipping.
What comes standard
- Electrical. Solar, lithium storage, shore power and an inverter, designed and installed in-house.
- Water. Fresh and grey tanks, pressurised plumbing, deep sink, and an optional interior shower.
- Kitchen. Induction cooktop, refrigeration, and cabinetry sized to the layout rather than bolted in.
- Climate. Diesel or propane heat, roof air conditioning options, insulation and soundproofing rated for Colorado winters.
- Sleeping. Our VersaBed system, fixed or convertible depending on the layout you choose.
- Materials. Sustainable hardwood, marine-grade hardware, aircraft-grade aluminium framing.
Every build except the Foundation shell includes all of the above. Pricing shows clearly whether it covers the conversion only or the van as well.
Plan your van
Planning your layout
We start every build by asking how you actually travel, not how you imagine you might. Remote work setup, gear storage, whether you cook indoors, and how often you move camp. Those four answers shape most of the layout.
The decisions that matter most
- Fixed bed or convertible. Fixed gives you garage storage underneath, while convertible gives you living space by day.
- Interior shower or not. Full-timers and winter athletes almost always want it. Weekend travellers often skip it and never miss it.
- Short or long wheelbase. Sprinter 144 and Transit 148 park easier. Sprinter 170 and Transit 148 Extended give you fixed living zones.
- Pop top or high roof. About 90% of our customers choose high roof for stand-up comfort.
Where people get it wrong
A shower is much harder to add later than to include now. So is a flarespace. Decide based on what a normal Tuesday in the van looks like, not the perfect trip.
Built in Boulder by people who use these vans
We are climbers, skiers, bikers and hikers, and we have been building vans out of the same Boulder shop since 2016. That is not a marketing line. It is why the gear garage dimensions, the heater sizing and the wet-gear storage are the way they are. We build Class B camper vans, mobile office and work vans, and full custom conversions. Come see builds in progress at 7209 Valtec Court, Monday to Friday, by appointment.
Frequently asked questions
The questions we get asked most, answered straight.
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How much does a van conversion cost?
Conversion packages start at $46,950 on a van you own, or $9,970 for a Foundation shell. Turnkey builds with the van included start at $113,950. Pre-built Bivy models start at $119,700.
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How long does a build take?
Pre-built models take 8 to 10 weeks. Tailored and conversion-only builds take 12 to 16 weeks.
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Do you offer financing?
Yes. We can recommend lenders familiar with van builds, including RV and personal loan options. Try our RV loan calculator to sketch out payments.
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What's the best van for conversion?
The high roof Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 144 or 170 and the Ford Transit 148 or 148 extended are the top picks. We'll help you choose based on your travel style and budget.
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How custom can a build actually get?
Every layout we offer is a starting point. Change the galley, bed, seating, electrical and finishes, or design a build from scratch with our team in the van designer.
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Can I customize just the interior of my van?
Absolutely. We offer interior customization on its own, from small upgrades to a full interior redesign.
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What's the difference between a camper van and a conversion van?
A camper van is built for travel and living. A conversion van starts as a standard cargo van and is then customized for those uses.
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Do you sell vans too?
Yes. We keep a rotating selection of new models and inspected used vans. Browse our camper vans for sale.
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What kind of warranty do you offer?
We offer lifetime warranties on our cabinets and assist with manufacturer warranties for the parts and systems we install.
Still deciding? Tell us how you travel and we will point you at the right build.
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Tell us how you travel and we will tell you honestly whether we are the right shop for it. No pressure, we like talking about vans.
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