Class B RVs, Conversion Vans & Campervans for Sale in Reno, NV
"Living in Reno, we wanted a van that could handle both quick trips and longer weekends without feeling like we were packing our whole house. Our Vansmith has plenty of room for our camping gear, and everything has a spot, which makes getting ready to leave much easier."
— Jenna R., Reno, NV
"We spend a lot of time heading out toward the mountains and around Northern Nevada, so having a comfortable place to sleep was important to us. Our Vansmith has made those trips much easier. We can stay out for a few days, keep our gear organized, and not worry about finding a hotel."
— Matt S., Reno, NV
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
Reno sits at 4,500 feet on the edge of the high desert, 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe and a few hours from some of the emptiest country in the lower 48. That combination is why a camper van works so well here, and it is also what makes speccing one properly matter. A 95-degree afternoon can turn into a 45-degree night in the same campsite, and the drive from town to a Sierra trailhead climbs 3,000 feet in under an hour.
The Vansmith builds Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit camper vans in Boulder, Colorado, another mountain-west town with the same problem, and delivers them to buyers across northern Nevada. 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 $145,845 depending on trim. For the statewide picture, see our
campervans for sale in Nevada.
Forty-five minutes southwest and usable in every season. Winter storms bring chain controls on the passes, so plan for AWD or 4x4 with proper tires, or carry chains.
The range rises immediately west of town, with trailheads, forest roads and dispersed camping within an hour. Elevation is the variable that shapes everything about a van here.
Half an hour over Donner Pass, with year-round access to the north Tahoe basin and the Lost Sierra beyond it.
Four to five hours south, or a longer scenic route over Tioga Pass, which closes under snow from roughly November into late spring. Yosemite has used reservation systems during peak periods, so check current entry requirements before you go.
Roughly five hours east, one of the least visited national parks in the country, at 7,000 to 10,000 feet with very limited services. Arrive with full water and a charged battery bank.
Highway 50 and the Black Rock region offer genuine solitude and long stretches with no fuel, water or cell coverage. Self-sufficiency is not optional out here.
US-395 south through Bridgeport, Mono Lake and Bishop is one of the best drives in the West, with hot springs and trailheads the whole way.
Utah, Arizona and California are all within a day or two. See camper vans in Utah and our Sacramento and San Francisco pages.
Reno's high-desert climate, large temperature swings, mountain elevations, winter conditions and long stretches between services all influence how a camper van is used. Insulation, heating, cooling, electrical capacity, water storage and practical gear storage can help support comfortable travel from the Sierra Nevada to remote Nevada routes.
| Reno Challenge | How We Build For It |
|---|---|
| Hot, dry summers | Insulation on all six sides, a powered roof fan, insulated window covers and air conditioning options sized to the battery bank. |
| Cold winter conditions | Four-season insulation and a fuel-fired heater that runs off the vehicle's own fuel tank. |
| Large temperature swings | The same insulation works in both directions. A 50-degree swing between afternoon and night is normal here, and insulation plus controllable heat and ventilation is what makes it comfortable. |
| Mountain and high-elevation travel | Platform, drivetrain, heater capacity and storage chosen around the elevations and seasons you actually travel in. |
| Snow and ice around the Sierra Nevada | AWD or 4x4 with proper winter tires. Chain requirements are enforced on Sierra passes during storms, so carry them regardless of drivetrain. |
| Remote camping areas | Solar, lithium storage, DC-DC alternator charging and shore power, plus water and refrigeration sized for the distance between services. |
| Long distances between services | Fresh and gray water, galley and electrical capacity planned around the longest gap on your usual routes, not an average. |
| Outdoor equipment | A gear garage beneath a raised bed for skis, bikes and packs, plus roof racks for anything bulky. |
| Dust and dirt | Washable flooring, sealed Baltic birch cabinetry and durable surfaces built for frequent desert use. |
| City driving in Reno | A short-wheelbase build around 19.5 feet parks in normal spaces and fits most garages. |
| Limited campground hookups | Four independent charging paths so a site without power is a choice rather than a compromise. |
| Mountain and desert travel | The same van handles both when insulation, heat, cooling and power are specified together rather than added on separately. |
A Class B is a camper built on a van chassis rather than a truck frame. It parks in a standard space, fits most garages, and drives like a tall van, which is what makes it usable as an everyday vehicle instead of something you store and collect. Browse our Class B RVs for sale .
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 short-wheelbase build around 19.5 feet covers Tahoe weekends and stays easy to park at home. Extended layouts around 22.5 feet add an interior shower, larger tanks and more storage for longer runs into the Great Basin or the Eastern Sierra.
New builds are designed around your travel and carry a lifetime cabinet warranty. We also keep a rotating selection of inspected used camper vans that ship from Boulder.
Every layout is available as a camper van for sale in Reno, either built to order or from current stock. Current stock is listed on our camper vans for sale page. For a build, use our van designer or call (303) 414-6834 for a fixed, itemized quote.
| Model | Platform | Best For | Sleeping | Key Features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUO | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | Couples and solo travelers | 2 | Convertible VersaBed, full galley, gear storage, optional exterior shower | From $46,950 conversion |
| DUO S | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | Couples wanting a shower in a short van | 2 | Bench shower, galley, expandable bed, water systems | From $53,950 conversion |
| DUO XL | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | Couples needing more interior space | 2 | Extended layout, flexible sleeping, added storage | Confirm current |
| FAMILY | Sprinter 144 or Transit 148, approx. 19.5 ft | Families in a compact footprint | 4 | Four seatbelts and four berths, family galley | From $51,950 conversion |
| FAMILY XL | Sprinter 170 or Transit 148 ext., approx. 22.5 ft | Families needing more space | 4 | Extended layout, bench shower, more storage | From $61,950 conversion |
| Bivy | Sprinter 144 AWD, pre-built | A finished four-season van in 8 to 10 weeks | 2 | Pop-top, Havelock wool insulation, 5 to 15 kWh lithium by trim | From $119,700 van included |
Complete tailored vans with the chassis included start at $115,950. Compare Bivy trims on our Bivy comparison page.
Summer afternoons regularly pass 95 degrees with very low humidity. Dry heat is easier to manage than humid heat, and a powered roof fan does much of the work before air conditioning has to run at all.
Reno nights drop below freezing through winter, and Tahoe is colder still. A fuel-fired heater and full insulation are what turn a summer van into a year-round one.
This is the detail that surprises people moving here from a coastal climate. A 40 to 50 degree swing between afternoon and pre-dawn is routine at elevation in the high desert. It means you need real cooling capacity and real heating capacity in the same vehicle, often on the same trip.
Passes west of town see heavy snow and enforced chain controls. Drivetrain, tires and driving preparation matter here separately from anything in the camper build.
Desert dust gets into everything. Sealed cabinetry, washable floors and a gear garage that keeps dirty equipment out of the living space make a real difference over years of use.
Insulation first, ventilation second, then heating and cooling. Specified in that order, the systems do less work and your battery bank lasts longer.
Northern Nevada gets a lot of sun, which makes roof solar unusually effective here. We size the array to your roof and daily use, paired with lithium storage that offers more usable capacity per pound than lead-acid. See Solar Installation and our solar sizing guide .
A powered roof fan pulls hot air out through the ceiling where it collects. Paired with insulated window covers, it can lower interior temperature noticeably before the air conditioning ever switches on. See roof vent installation .
A fuel-fired air heater warms the interior on cold nights, runs off the vehicle's own fuel tank and uses very little electricity. For an existing van, see Heater Service .
Fresh and gray tanks sized to trip length, plus a 12V compressor fridge that keeps food cold for days without ice.
A raised bed creates a gear garage underneath for skis, bikes, climbing gear and paddles, with roof racks for anything too long or too dirty to bring inside.
Battery, inverter, charging and monitoring designed and installed as one system by our own team, which means the people who wired your van can service it later. See our Electrical System work.
Sealed Baltic birch cabinetry cut on our own CNC, plus washable flooring built for dust, snowmelt and years of use.
A DUO gives one person a full galley, a fixed bed and a gear garage in a van that still parks anywhere in town.
The DUO Series in four versions, from the short-wheelbase DUO to the DUO XLS with a full interior bathroom. See camper vans for couples .
The FAMILY Series seats and sleeps four, with four seatbelts and four berths, in short and extended wheelbase versions. See family van conversions .
A convertible VersaBed frees floor space during the day, while fixed-bed layouts keep the bed made and create a permanent gear garage below.
Every layout includes a galley with a sink, fresh and gray water, and a 12V compressor fridge, with cooking and counter arrangements varying by model.
Overhead cabinets, drawers, a gear garage and roof racks, planned around what you actually carry rather than a generic spec.
An exterior rinse shower on the base DUO and FAMILY, a bench shower on the S and XL layouts, and a full interior bathroom on the XLS layouts.
In Reno this matters more than in most places, because the same van needs to handle a 95-degree valley afternoon and a 20-degree Tahoe night. Insulation, a properly sized heater, a roof fan and a battery bank that can run cooling are all part of the same decision. Read our guide to building a four-season camper van .
Start with how many people travel and how long your trips run. Two on weekend trips are well served by a DUO. Four need the FAMILY Series for the seatbelts and berths.
A high-roof van stands roughly 9 to 10 feet tall and a short-wheelbase build runs about 19.5 feet. Measure your garage door opening, not just the ceiling.
AWD or 4x4 with proper tires for Sierra passes, ground clearance for forest roads, and enough water capacity for stretches where there are no services at all.
Size the battery bank around your largest overnight draw, which is the heater in winter and air conditioning in summer. Our 12V air conditioning guide covers the cooling side.
Decide what lives in the gear garage, what goes on the roof and what needs to stay inside. Storage is usually the real constraint, not floor space.
Chassis service goes to a Mercedes or Ford dealer. Systems work, including solar, heaters, air conditioning and electrical, comes back to us at our Boulder shop, whether or not we built the van. See Repairs, installations, and services .
Our cabinets carry a lifetime warranty for the original owner, with no mileage or year limits. We also assist with manufacturer warranties on the parts and systems we install.
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.
Compare layouts side by side in our van designer .
You receive a fixed, itemized quote before any build work starts.
How high you camp and how cold it gets matter here more than almost anywhere, because they drive heater sizing, insulation and battery placement.
A $2,500 design deposit reserves your slot, 50% is due at design approval, 25% at build launch and 25% at handover. See our process .
Fly into Denver and drive roughly 1,000 miles home across Wyoming and Nevada, or have us arrange transport.
Compare layouts and finishes over video with the design team before committing to anything.
Video design calls, digital build updates and clear payment milestones from quote to handover.
Collect the van in Boulder or have it transported to Reno.
We walk you through every system at handover, including how to winterize the water system before the first hard freeze, and we handle service and upgrades at our Boulder shop afterward.
A family-owned Boulder shop with more than 300 vans built since 2016, all designed, wired and finished in-house. Boulder sits at 5,400 feet, so our four-season systems were developed for the same conditions you drive in.
Both platforms every week, with honest guidance on which fits your budget and your routes.
Nine tailored layouts, three pre-built Bivy trims, a Foundation shell for self-builders, and a rotating selection of inspected used vans.
Refined across hundreds of builds rather than designed once and repeated.
Battery, solar, charging and monitoring specified as one system and serviceable by the team that installed it.
Covered for the original owner, with no mileage or year limits.
Design, approve and pay without leaving Reno.
Pickup in Boulder or transport to your door. We deliver across all 50 states .
Ready to find the right camper van for sale in Reno, NV? Design your van , browse vans available now , or call (303) 414-6834 to talk with a builder. See our Salt Lake City page.
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