How much does it cost to convert a VW Transporter T5 T6 into a camper van?
Conversion costs can vary drastically, in a future video I will explain why. Today I talk about the main items for a conversion, some of the options available and approximate costs.

How much does it cost to build a camper van?
These costs are starting points, taken from various sources

Sound deadening, insulation, carpet
Dodo Mat Hex (4.7Sqm) £79.99
Dodo Thermo Liner 12mm £79.99
Thermo Fleece 50mm £34.99
Carpet £10 per metre
High temp glue will also be required

Diesel Heater
Chinese £79.99 Not for me
Planar £700.00
Webasto £1,050.00
Eberspacher £850.00
Various options are in addition to these prices. (coming soon)

Electrical System
12v System £550.00
240v Hookup and 12v £1,100
Solar System £550
AGM 110AH Battery £120
LiFePO4 110AH Battery £700.00

Pop Top Roof
Austops From £3,000
Westdubs From £3,000
Alititude From £2,595
SCA From £5,600
Reimo From £4,750

Rear Seat / Bed
Rock and Roll £1,500
RIB £2,600
Sliding Smart Bed £3,700
RIB on Rails £5,200

Kitchen
Standard layout £1,500
Hob/Sink £400
Dometic fridge £600
Top loader fridge £700
Portable Fridge Alpicool 35L £275 https://amzn.to/3OuBSCy

There are so many choices, decisions to make. The costs can escalate as there are so many cool things to do with vans.

Conversion cost budget is different for everyone, whether a small budget or large budget, you will have fun in your van.

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Whether you have a T5, VW T5.1, T6, T6.1 or even an older T2, T2.5, T4, the VW Vanlife scene is amazing, with so much help and assistance available for whatever project you wish to attempt. Panel van, Kombi, Converted Camper or VW California Beach or Ocean, enjoy the freedom van life brings.

The @Staycation Lifestyle van conversion is coming along nicely.

I bought a VW Transporter T6 Kombi Highline van 140bhp diesel SWB with tailgate.

Slowly turning it into a camper van / day van with bed. I will also need something for cooking, cooling, sleeping, drinking ?? Choices to be made.

I have lots more to do though, I have a new electrical system, using Victron components and a Lithium LIFEPO4 battery, so I obviously need to install some power devices. I have a new sound system, with Focal speakers and ibus 2.1 amp, Playstation PS4, which will be removable, TV's on headrests.

Lots for me to look forward too and it would be nice to take you on the journey.

Please do let me know if you have any ideas or suggestions.
Vanlife for me is just beginning, it's a great adventure and I'm loving it.

There are many great camper adventures to come

Thanks must go to the following:
https://titantransporters.co.uk Sourcing my van, providing advice and soon a paint correction and detail
https://tamarcaravancentre.co.uk Advising me with many of my leisure equipment purchases, including my Thetford toilet
https://www.dreamice.co.uk Quality advise on my sound system upgrade
https://plyworxuk.co.uk Suppliers of my Halo roof and ply products
https://www.batteriesandsolar.co.uk 1st class advice and guidance on my electrical system install
https://stitchesandsteel.com Seat covers, carpet, roof straps, changing mat
Transporter HQ for my tailgate struts
Kiravans for my Swivel Seats

If your looking for some free places to stay, have a look at the Britstops book https://www.britstops.com
Many choices of places to park up overnight and stay in their carparks including pubs, restaurants, adventure centres and even vineyards and breweries.

Im a member of Devon & Cornwall Transporters. Have a look at the Facebook group and come along to meet the other friendly members

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