When you’re doing a build on a budget, Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace are amazing resources, as Courtney and Sawyer will tell you. They relied heavily on deals for reclaimed materials that created their awesome box truck home.
This adorable couple wanted to get into vanlife as soon as they were done with college and had saved up enough money to get started on a build. They were used to tiny spaces from their college days, so the transition has gone smoothly. What do you think of Elfie?
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2003 Isuzu with Elevator Bed & Cat Condo

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They used reclaimed materials that give this a cozy vibe.

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Courtney painted the mural to give Elfie a face.

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VIDEO: Incredible 2003 DIY Isuzu Box Truck w/ Bedlift
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