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

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300+ Vans Built
NOAH Certified
Lifetime Cabinet Warranty
Boulder Built Since 2016

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.

1

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
2

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
3

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.

The Vansmith Sprinter Bivy Classic camper van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Bivy Classic

From $119,700

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith Sprinter Bivy Plus camper van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Bivy Plus

From $145,845

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Cutaway view of Sprinter Bivy Deluxe camper van interior with rear bed and kitchen galley - The Vansmith

Sprinter Bivy Deluxe

From $192,570

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Short wheelbase
Full shower

Bivy XL Classic render 3

Sprinter Bivy XL Classic

From $153,700

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Bivy XL Plus render 1

Sprinter Bivy XL Plus

From $180,845

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

Bivy XL Deluxe render 1

Sprinter Bivy XL Deluxe

From $227,570

Pre-built, ready in 8 to 10 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith DUO Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Duo

From $115,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

Exterior of the Sprinter Duo S - a tailored model built by The Vansmith

Sprinter Duo S

From $122,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith DUO XL Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Duo XL

From $129,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith DUO XLS Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Duo XLS

From $136,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith FAMILY Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Family

From $120,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

The Vansmith FAMILY XL Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Family XL

From $134,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith FAMILY XLS Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Sprinter Family XLS

From $141,950

Van and build, 12 to 16 weeks
Long wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith DUO Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Duo

From $46,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith DUO S Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Duo S

From $53,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith DUO XL Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Duo XL

From $56,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith DUO XLS Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Duo XLS

From $63,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Full shower

The Vansmith FAMILY Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Family

From $51,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

The Vansmith FAMILY XL Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Family XL

From $61,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Bench shower

The Vansmith FAMILY XLS Sprinter van conversion interior cutaway view

Family XLS

From $68,950

Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
Full shower

Office desk and chair inside the Grind - The Office Van looking out the open side door - The Vansmith

Grind - The Office Van

From $64,000

Conversion only, you own the van
Short wheelbase
No interior shower

Two people working at facing desks inside the Hustle - The XL Work Van mobile office conversion - The Vansmith

Hustle - The XL Work Van

From $55,000

Conversion only, you own the van
Long wheelbase
No interior shower

THE FOUNDATION empty camper van shell interior with curved wood ceiling and bench seat - The Vansmith

THE FOUNDATION

From $9,970

Conversion only, you own the van

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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.

Adventure van driving through Colorado with upgraded suspension

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.

Design your van

Installations and Repairs

Heaters, air conditioning, solar, roof vents, windows, suspension and seating, fitted at our Boulder shop whoever built your van.

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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:

  1. Quote. We scope your needs and give you a fixed, itemised number.
  2. Design deposit, $2,500. Secures your slot and buys you time with the design team.
  3. Design approval, 50% due. Colours, materials and layout locked. We order parts.
  4. Build launches, 25% due. Your van enters the shop. Four to six weeks on the floor.
  5. 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.

Sprinter camper van on desert trail

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.

Van interior customization by The Vansmith

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.

  • 01

    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.

  • 02

    How long does a build take?

    Pre-built models take 8 to 10 weeks. Tailored and conversion-only builds take 12 to 16 weeks.

  • 03

    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.

  • 04

    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.

  • 05

    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.

  • 06

    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.

  • 07

    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.

  • 08

    Do you sell vans too?

    Yes. We keep a rotating selection of new models and inspected used vans. Browse our camper vans for sale.

  • 09

    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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Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★ 4.8 · 150+ Google Reviews
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"The Vansmith team exceeded every expectation. Our Sprinter build is absolutely stunning, the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and communication throughout were all top notch. Best money we've ever spent."

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"We drove our completed van from Boulder to Patagonia, zero issues. The electrical, insulation, and cabinetry have held up perfectly through two years of full-time van life. Couldn't recommend The Vansmith more highly."

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"From the initial design consultation to picking up our finished van, every step was smooth and professional. The team listened to exactly what we wanted and delivered something even better than we imagined."

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"Incredible work. They converted our Transit into a rolling home that's both beautiful and incredibly functional. The bamboo cabinetry, galley kitchen, and electrical system are all flawless. Worth every penny."

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"We've had our van for 18 months and taken it across 30 states. Not a single thing has come loose, warped, or broken. The build quality is genuinely on another level compared to what we saw elsewhere."

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"The team was transparent about timelines, kept us updated throughout the build, and delivered on every promise. Our van is exactly what we dreamed of, functional, beautiful, and built to last."

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"I visited three different van builders before choosing The Vansmith. The difference in quality, expertise, and professionalism was immediately obvious. Our build came out perfect and on time."

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"Our solar + lithium setup has run perfectly through Colorado winters, desert summers, and everything in between. The Vansmith knows electrical systems for van life better than anyone we spoke with."

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"The Vansmith turned our vision into reality. We had very specific requests, custom flare space, roof rack, and a crosswise bed, and they executed everything perfectly. It's the van we always wanted."

Sprinter camper van conversion by The Vansmith

Start your build

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.

Boulder, CO. In person or virtual consults, by appointment.

Or call (303) 414-6834

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