A Guide to The Vanlife
Some Resources We Love
There’s a wealth of information on-line and on social media when starting your van build journey. Where do you start? To help narrow down the search, here are some of...
Do you really need 4x4?
One of the most frequent questions we receive is: “Do I need 4x4?” The answer to this question isn’t always easy to answer as the answer is always dependent on...
Your van. Your home.
We, at The Vansmith, have been traveling in, living in, and building out vans for many years. In all that time, one thing is certain: every van we build becomes a home. The best van-homes are equipped with the essentials that make living effortless and comfortable.
Guest Post- How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home
How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home Originally posted on Porch.com Evan Dunn If you’ve ever dreamed of quitting your job and hitting the open road,...
Real Talk about Vans and Bathrooms
There are myriad answers to the eternal vans + bathrooms debate. Here’s our guidance, which has been formed from years of experience, traveling, living, working, and building hundreds of vans.
Vansmith’s Guide to Buying a New Mercedes Sprinter
Vansmith’s Guide to Buying a New Mercedes Sprinter With several years of experimentation and owning various brands and models ourselves, the Mercedes Sprinter really has proven to be the best...
Comparison Guide for Selecting a Van
When you live in a van, it’s never about the actual van. It’s about everything you gain from the change in lifestyle: freedom from the monotony of 9 to 5s...
Buying New vs. Used Vans
You’ve figured out your budget and are ready to start looking for the perfect vehicle to begin your shiny new #VanLife in. Similar to purchasing a home, finding the...
The Official Checklist for Buying a Used Van
So you think you’ve found the used van you’re going to live out your #VanLife dreams in. Excellent. You’ve read our blog post “Buying New vs. Used Vans” (LINK) and...
Nobody Talks About What It’s Like to Poop in a Coffee Can
Fewer things. More experiences. #VanLife gives you so much more control over your time and attention so you can focus on a simplified life with maximum adventure. There are some...