Class B RVs, Conversion Vans & Campervans for Sale in Boise, ID
"We spend a lot of weekends exploring outside Boise, so we needed a van that could carry our camping gear without feeling crowded. Our Vansmith has plenty of storage, and the comfortable setup makes it easy to stay out for a few days at a time."
Emily S., Boise, ID
"We wanted more freedom to take last-minute trips without worrying about hotels or finding a place to sleep. Our Vansmith has made that so much easier. We can load up our gear, head out of Boise, and have a comfortable place to come back to at the end of the day."
Jake M., Boise, ID
Mercedes Sprinter 144
OR
Ford Transit 148
Perfect for solo travelers or couples who want a compact adventure-ready van.
Seat & Sleeps
2Length
19'Shower
Exterior * * Optional Add-Ons
Mercedes Sprinter 144
OR
Ford Transit 148
Includes a shower setup for longer trips without compromising comfort or space.
Seat & Sleeps
2Length
19'Shower
Bench * * Optional Add-Ons
Mercedes Sprinter 170
OR
Ford Transit 148 E
Ideal for those who want extra living space and more storage for extended adventures.
Seat & Sleeps
2Length
22'Shower
Full
Mercedes Sprinter 170
OR
Ford Transit 148 E
Luxury model with full amenities, extended power systems, and interior bathroom.
Seat & Sleeps
2Length
22'Shower
Full
Mercedes Sprinter 144
OR
Ford Transit 148
Perfect for families who want space, comfort, and functionality in a compact build.
Seat & Sleeps
4Length
19'Shower
Exterior * * Optional Add-Ons
Mercedes Sprinter 170
OR
Ford Transit 148 E
A larger build for families who love extended adventures and more storage.
Seat & Sleeps
4Length
22'Shower
Bench * * Optional Add-Ons
Mercedes Sprinter 170
OR
Ford Transit 148 E
The luxury upgrade with interior shower and full power systems for long trips.
Seat & Sleeps
4Length
22'Shower
Full
Boise sits at 2,700 feet with the Boise National Forest starting about 30 minutes north and the Sawtooths roughly three hours away. Few cities put that much public land that close. What a camper van for sale in Boise has to handle is the range: 100-degree valley afternoons in July, sub-freezing winter nights, and forest roads that turn to washboard gravel the moment you leave pavement.
The Vansmith builds Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit camper vans in Boulder, Colorado, another mountain-west town with the same seasonal spread, and delivers them to buyers across southwest Idaho. We have built more than 300 vans since 2016. Conversion packages on a van you already own start at $46,950, complete vans with the chassis included start at $115,950, and pre-built Bivy models run from $119,700 to $192,570 depending on trim. For the statewide picture, see our guide to
camper vans in Idaho.
| Technical Specification | Boise Requirement | Why It Matters | What We Build |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insulation | Thermal performance for hot and cold | Boise has 100-degree summers and freezing winters | Insulation on all six sides, Havelock wool in pre-built Bivy models |
| Heating system | Reliable interior heat | Winter camping and cold nights at elevation | Fuel-fired air heater running off the vehicle's own fuel tank |
| Ventilation | Effective controlled airflow | Manages summer heat and winter condensation | Powered roof fan with variable speed and direction |
| Solar capacity | Adequate off-grid generation | Idaho sun is strong through summer, weaker in winter | Roof array sized to your layout and daily draw |
| House battery capacity | Sufficient off-grid storage | Supports refrigeration, lighting and the heater overnight | Lithium bank sized around your largest overnight load |
| Alternator charging | Reliable charging while driving | The primary winter source when solar contributes little | DC-DC charger fitted on every build |
| Shore power | External charging capability | Useful at powered campgrounds and at home | Onboard charger and shore connection on every build |
| Fresh water capacity | Adequate for longer trips | Southern Idaho has long gaps between services | Tanks sized to your realistic trip length |
| Wastewater capacity | Matched gray tank | Determines waste management at dispersed sites | Gray tank sized to match fresh capacity |
| Ground clearance | Suitable for gravel access | Much of the best camping is down forest roads | Suspension and tire upgrades available where routes justify them |
| Drivetrain | Appropriate for terrain | Mountain passes and winter travel | RWD, AWD or 4x4 depending on platform |
| Tire specification | Highway, winter or mixed surface | Snow and gravel both need the right tire | Chosen around your routes; confirm sizing for your chassis |
| Payload capacity | Capacity for passengers and gear | Bikes, skis, water and equipment add up fast | Confirm GVWR against final build weight for your chassis |
| Vehicle length | Manageable for parking and trailheads | Narrow forest roads and city parking | Approx. 19.5 ft short wheelbase or 22.5 ft extended |
| Vehicle height | Adequate parking clearance | Garages and covered parking | Roughly 9 to 10 ft in high roof form |
| Storage capacity | Space for seasonal equipment | Skis, bikes and camping gear are bulky | Gear garage under a raised bed, cabinets and roof racks |
| Sleeping capacity | Appropriate to traveler count | Seatbelt count decides family suitability | 2 in DUO layouts, 4 in FAMILY layouts |
| Water system winterization | Protection during freezing | Freeze damage is the costliest cold-weather failure | Routing and drain access that allow full winterizing |
Exact figures for payload, ground clearance, tire sizing and vehicle dimensions depend on the chassis, trim and drivetrain you choose. We confirm each against your build during the design call.
Nine tailored layouts across the two-person DUO Series and the four-person FAMILY Series, plus three pre-built Bivy trims. Browse all tailored models .
A Class B is a camper built on a van chassis rather than a truck frame. It parks in a standard space, fits most home garages, and drives like a tall van, which is what makes it usable as a daily vehicle rather than something you store and collect. Browse our Class B RVs for sale .
The Sprinter holds its value, its diesel engine gets more range per tank across the long empty stretches of southern Idaho, and its AWD and 4x4 options have years of proven use on mountain and forest roads. It costs more to buy and service, and there are fewer Mercedes van service centers in Idaho, which is worth factoring in if the van is your daily vehicle. Browse our Sprinter van conversion lineup or each Sprinter camper for sale we list.
Current stock, including inspected used vans, is listed on our camper vans for sale page.
Every layout is available as a camper van for sale in Boise, either built to order or shipped from current stock. For a build, use our van designer or call (303) 414-6834 for a fixed, itemized quote.
Insulation on all six sides, a powered roof fan that pulls hot air out through the ceiling where it collects, insulated window covers, and air conditioning options sized to the battery bank. See our guide on keeping an RV cool in summer and our A/C installation page.
A fuel-fired air heater runs off the vehicle's own fuel tank, draws very little electricity, and dries the air while it warms it. Read our Sprinter van heater guide , and for an existing van see Heater Service .
AWD or 4x4 with proper winter tires, plus a water system you can either keep heated or drain completely. Lithium batteries cannot safely accept a charge below freezing, so we mount them inside the heated living space or specify self-heating batteries. Our guide to cold-weather battery charging covers the detail.
The same insulation works in both directions. Paired with controllable heating and ventilation, it is what makes a 50-degree swing comfortable rather than miserable.
Platform, drivetrain, heater capacity and storage chosen around the elevations and seasons you actually travel in, with appropriate tires for the roads you drive.
A raised bed creates a gear garage underneath for skis, bikes, packs and fishing equipment, with roof racks for anything too long or too dirty to bring inside.
Sealed Baltic birch cabinetry, washable flooring and durable surfaces built for dust, plus suspension and tire choices matched to your routes. See our guide to suspension upgrades for adventure vans .
Fresh and gray water, refrigeration, galley and electrical capacity sized to the distance between services, plus a layout that stays secure on washboard roads.
Two-person layout on a Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, about 19.5 feet, with a convertible VersaBed, full galley and gear storage. From $46,950 as a conversion. Explore the DUO .
The same short footprint with a bench shower inside, useful after a dusty day on forest roads. From $53,950 as a conversion. Explore the DUO S .
Extended platform around 22.5 feet, with more storage and a flexible sleeping system for longer Idaho trips. Explore the DUO XL .
The most complete two-person layout, with a full interior bathroom and extended power. From $63,950 as a conversion. Explore the DUO XLS .
Four seatbelts and four berths on the short wheelbase, about 19.5 feet. From $51,950 as a conversion. Explore the FAMILY .
Extended family layout with a bench shower and extra storage. From $61,950 as a conversion. Explore the FAMILY XL .
Full interior shower and full power systems for longer trips without hookups. From $68,950 as a conversion. Explore the FAMILY XLS .
Pre-built on a Sprinter 144 AWD with a pop-top and four-season Havelock wool insulation, ready in 8 to 10 weeks. Classic from $119,700 with 5 kWh lithium, Plus from $145,845 with 10 kWh and a diesel cabin heater, Deluxe from $192,570 with 15 kWh, air conditioning and a hydronic heater. See our Bivy comparison .
| Model | Platform | Sleeps | Shower | Best For | From (conversion) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUO | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | 2 | Optional exterior | Weekend trips and easy garage storage | $46,950 |
| DUO S | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | 2 | Bench shower | A shower without the extra length | $53,950 |
| DUO XL | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | 2 | Full interior available | Longer Idaho and Montana trips | Confirm current |
| DUO XLS | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | 2 | Full interior | Four-season travel with a full bathroom | $63,950 |
| FAMILY | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | 4 | Optional exterior | Family weekends in a compact van | $51,950 |
| FAMILY XL | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | 4 | Bench shower | Week-long family trips | $61,950 |
| FAMILY XLS | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | 4 | Full interior | Off-grid family travel | $68,950 |
| Bivy | Sprinter 144 AWD, pre-built | 2 | Exterior | A finished four-season van in 8 to 10 weeks | $119,700 van included |
Complete tailored vans with the chassis included start at $115,950.
Bogus Basin is 45 minutes from downtown and Sun Valley about three hours. A gear garage beneath a raised bed keeps wet skis and boots out of the living space.
Boise's foothills trail network starts at the edge of town. Bikes travel either in the gear garage or on a rear or roof rack depending on layout.
Packs, boots and poles fit in overhead cabinets and drawers, with the gear garage for anything muddy.
Chairs, tables, stoves and water containers all live in the gear garage, leaving the interior clear.
Bulky layers take more room than people expect. Plan cabinet volume around your coldest trip, not your average one.
Rods, waders and tackle store along the side walls or in the gear garage, which is washable after a day on the river.
A raised bed creates the single most useful storage area in the van, accessible from inside and through the rear doors.
Roof racks, rear racks and exterior boxes handle anything too long, too dirty or too wet to bring inside.
Starts about 30 minutes north, with dispersed camping, forest roads and reservoir access close enough for a Friday evening departure.
About three hours northeast via Highway 21, which is one of the best scenic drives in the state. Nights are cold at elevation even in July.
Alpine lakes, trailheads and campgrounds around Stanley, with limited services and genuinely dark skies.
McCall is two hours north on Payette Lake, and Ketchum and Sun Valley about three hours east.
Idaho has more soakable hot springs than any other state. Many sit down gravel forest roads, which is where ground clearance and an exterior shower both earn their keep.
The Oregon coast is about eight hours west and Bend around five. See camper vans in Oregon and our Eugene page .
Spokane is about seven hours north and Seattle eight to nine. See our Spokane and Seattle pages.
Yellowstone is around eight hours east, with Glacier a long day north. See camper vans in Montana and Wyoming .
Salt Lake City is about five hours southeast, which puts southern Utah within a long weekend. See our Salt Lake City page and camper vans in Utah .
For most Boise buyers who stay on pavement and graded forest roads, the Transit is the better value: lower purchase price, cheaper routine maintenance, and Ford dealers throughout Idaho including the small towns you pass through heading north. The EcoBoost engine also holds its power well at elevation, which matters on Highway 21.
The Sprinter earns its premium on long trips where diesel range between fill-ups matters, on rougher forest roads where the 4x4 option helps, and at resale. Both platforms take every layout and system we build, so the decision is about cost and service access rather than capability. Read our Sprinter vs. Transit guide .
A new build gives you a layout designed around your travel, systems you understand and a lifetime cabinet warranty for the original owner. A used van costs less and is available sooner, but you inherit someone else's layout and wiring.
In Idaho specifically, check whether the water system was properly winterized each year, test the heater before you buy, and look closely at the underbody if the van has seen winter road treatment. We keep a rotating selection of inspected used camper vans that ship from Boulder, and our used van buying checklist and guide to buying new vs. used both cover private listings.
Conversion packages on a van you already own start at $46,950 for the DUO, $53,950 for the DUO S, $63,950 for the DUO XLS, $51,950 for the FAMILY, $61,950 for the FAMILY XL and $68,950 for the FAMILY XLS. Complete vans with the chassis included start at $115,950. Pre-built Bivy models run $119,700 for the Classic, $145,845 for the Plus and $192,570 for the Deluxe, all ready in 8 to 10 weeks. A Foundation shell starts at $9,970 for self-builders.
Our van conversion cost breakdown shows how these numbers come together on real builds, and our Financing calculator estimates monthly payments.
Sprinter or Transit, your van or one we source for you.
DUO, FAMILY, pre-built Bivy or a fully custom design.
Side by side in our van designer .
Heater capacity, battery size, solar, ground clearance, tires and storage.
Vans ready now are listed on our camper vans for sale page.
A fixed, itemized quote before any build work starts.
$2,500 design deposit, 50% at design approval, 25% at build launch, 25% at handover. Tailored builds take 12 to 16 weeks; pre-built models take 8 to 10. See our process .
Fly into Denver and drive roughly 820 miles home across Wyoming and Utah, or have us arrange transport.
Every tailored layout on the Sprinter 144 or 170, plus the pre-built Bivy on a Sprinter 144 AWD.
The DUO and FAMILY layouts on the Transit 148 and 148 extended, including AWD.
Nine tailored layouts, three pre-built Bivy trims and a Foundation shell for self-builders.
Battery, solar, charging and monitoring specified as one system. See our Electrical System work and Solar Installation page.
A gear garage beneath a raised bed, built for skis, bikes and camping equipment.
Every system installed by our own team, which means the people who wired your van can service it later. See Repairs, installations, and services .
Design, approve and pay from Boise over video and email.
Pickup in Boulder or transport to your door. We deliver across all 50 states .
Ready to find the right camper van for sale in Boise? Design your van , browse vans available now , or call (303) 414-6834 to talk with a builder. See camper vans in Idaho , or our Salt Lake City and Spokane pages.
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