Derek loved traveling and was tired of being tied to leases, so he got a short-top Chevy van and converted it. After a handful of months on the road, however, he discovered he missed the stability of having a home base, so he plans to move back into a city and keep the van for roadtrips.
He did a nice job on his budget conversion, including learning how to do epoxy/resin to make some really fun beach-themed cabinets/countertops. In the back, he has a fixed bed set-up — and just wait until you see his really gorgeous sink! Tell us about your favorite feature in the comments.
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Transitioning into Part-Time Van Life in Budget Van

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He has a cat and a dog that travel with him.

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Part of his bed flips up so he can enjoy the view out the back doors.

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What a very pretty space. Clearly he is an artist — with very interesting perspective & attractive lighting. — aa
All nice including the little cutout space for the cat’s litter box & the cat stole the show for me!!!