Greetings ! I’m beginning to look seriously for a “camper van” or Class B. I like the conversion style better than the ritzy Itascas and their ilk. One of the options I am considering is buying a cargo van and designing my own conversion (and then, of course, finding someone to build it). What’s th…

It really comes down to how much you plan to spend, you could start with a new Nissan NV cargo with the high roof for around $30K or maybe a little more.The Ford Transit starts at around the same price with various roof options. I suspect you’d want the high roof but you’d have to check a few out. I…

thanks, @wolyrobb ! I’ve been distracted by real life for a week or so. I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed by all the possibilities. Best thing I can do is rent something for a weekend or a week and know what I want. Buying something already converted seems like it would be the best bet; finding one is t…

Take your time and figure out exactly what you wnat/need from an RV. Any RV shows coming up in your area? Rent a few and see what works for you and what doesn’t. A widowed friend of mine has been enjoying her Class C motorhome (Ford Van Chassis) since buying it used in immaculate shape from a couple…

Just get a used Roadtrek. Those are some of the nicest class-B’s out there. They somehow manage to cram most of the amenities of a Class-A into an extended van chassis. You can either spend a metric crap-ton of time and money designing your own or you can let a company that’s been doing it for deca…

Hey @Dr Ducky, You mention local availability. Have you considered looking for a used RV across the country? You may find more examples and lower prices in one area of the country than yours. Long distance buys are usually safer from a dealer but may be worth the airfare and gas to drive home. I wo…

I like that idea Whitey, I actually have a small teardrop trailer, it’s great! golittleguy.com/model?id=47&model=5x10-Silver-Shadow

I’m not seeing any mention of budget. Even vans can reach the size and complete features (and high price) of a Mercedes Sprinter conversion with full height roof (like Roadtrek sells). The new Ford Transit van (the big one, not the Transit Connect) comes in similar roof heights and wheelbases. …

I’d stay away from the Mercedes/Freightliner/Chrysler Sprinter. I don’t know if it’s still sold under all three brands, but I do know they have a bad reputation for reliability. Personally, I’d rather have a Chevy cargo van and convert it by adding a higher roof. The Ford Transit might be okay, but …

The Sprinter is mostly sold by Mercedes dealers these days although apparently you can still get one from a Freightliner dealer, The Transit might be new to the US market but it’s had a long history in the UK and the rest of europe. We don’t know how many of these new vans will fare including the Ni…

The Sprinter is a contemporar Mercedes diesel, which unfortunately is nothing like the indestructible, old Merc diesels. I would expect it to not be very cheap to operate. That doesn’t seem to have scared off fleets. It has had no effective competition until recently, as a shuttle bus, delivery v…

What's a good cargo van to convert to Class B motorhome?

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wolyrobb December 13, 2014, 6:47am 42

Roadtrek uses the Chevy Express as a basis for 4 models with the Sprinter (at least for now) being the basis for the rest of the line. Ranger RT up to the 210 Popular. Looks like Winnebago/Itasca are offering one class c based on the Ram Promaster.

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What's a good cargo van to convert to Class B motorhome?

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