Long before #vanlife or tiny living were Instagram-worthy pursuits, Mike was in Africa living out of an overlander. He has converted 3 separate rigs of his own since then, using them to travel all over — and he loves waking up in his own bed with his own things no matter where he goes.
This rig was a military vehicle with only 5,000 miles on it when he purchased it. He spent $18,000 on the vehicle, and another $75k or so converting into the ultimate overlander. You’d never guess from the bright orange exterior that the inside has a cozy farmhouse vibe! Enjoy the tour below.
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He’s Been Driving the Globe in Overlanders for Years!
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Look at this adorable farmhouse kitchen!
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He has a luxurious residential-sized shower.
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VIDEO: Army truck to tiny home overlander
Highlights:
- On a 5 year, 220,000 mile trip overland around the world
- Military vehicle with 5,000 miles on it
- Bought it for $18k, put $75K+ into it
- Amazing exterior storage
- Homey interior
- Oven, full kitchen
- Flip-up table
- Residential-sized shower
- Large queen-sized bedroom
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This is honestly the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. What a dream set-up!
This clip was such fun to see. I never cease to be amazed as to how inventive people can be!
Who would have thought a large and not too pretty military truck could be converted to a very cool living space. Lots I liked here: the kitchen — of course!! — The computer set-up — small stools that have storage and of course a cooler/fridge in the cab and more! Lots to like here!!!
Look at this adorable farmhouse kitchen!
Uh, I don’t think so. I will agree that its compact. I will agree its functional. I will agree that it utilises space to the Nth degree. But adorable! Nah, I don’t think so. My opinion may not be yours.
THIS TRUCK IS AWESOME HE COULD BUILD ME ONE ANY DAY THIS GUY HAS REAL TALANT
Is the truck diesel and what kind of mpg does it get? I could totally live in this. So classy and well thought out.
Yup, it’s quote:
“1994 Stewart & Stevenson
M1079 van
6.6 Caterpillar turbo diesel engine
Allison 7 speed automatic transmission
Full time 4×4, CTIS, air ride cab, air brakes & more!”
Like most of these types of vehicles it gets 8-10 MPG… Fully loaded he’s usually around 22,640 lbs and it’s about 19,000 empty…