Awesome build.. I keep watching it over and over..I'm in love.. By chance do you have blueprints for the dimensions of the bed? And or how you made it? Last one, What are the dimensions of the cupboards.. like the entire wall unit? Thank you
This is actually amazing. I think I like it more than the MR2. You should start a custom car shop where you do stuff like this for people. Me being from the US, where these vans weren't sold, I legitimately thought the rear interior was from the factory because of the insane quality and fitment of everything. Amazing quality bro, you have a true passion for cars.
Yeah cheers, it turned out really well. Some look like they just have cupboards thrown in the back, I got mine to look “fitted”. More work but definitely worth it. 👍
I can't believe how good this conversion is 😳. Not just seeing what this Transporter once was to how it looks now but the unbelievable thought and attention to detail you've put in. Truly astonishing and one of the best conversions I've seen👍👍👍
This is actally the cleanest van build i've seen! Everything seems to have been measures precisely, finished to a high standard and meticulously well thought out. Congrats mate!
This is brilliant, you can really tell you put some thought and personality in this. Great job, great tips and I agree with other comments that you should set up a custom conversion business. Well done!!!
That is absolutely awesome. I used to own a 2005 fiat camper, sold it, and now I got a Ford Transit from 1981...needs a lot of work, but this video has given me loads of inspiration. Thank you.
Would like to say well done mate 👌🏽👏🏼👏🏼 I like the van a lot but also your whole attitude, seem like a decent pleasant guy with no hate in him at all. Keep it up
I've always figured the single sliding door was the way to go but you've made a great case for having one on each side. That makes much more sense for accessing water/gas/electrical without having to worry about making everything tidy/accessible from the interior cupboard doors. Smart!
Dude, I hate you....now I gotta have it! LOL Outstanding work. If you ever want to sell I'm in Germany....I'll come get it tomorrow! Thanks for sharing.
What a great looking van. There is no escaping just how much work has gone into making it look so cool, no doubt backed up by a whole load of talent. Really well done and needless to say, I wish it was mine! :)
Man you have smashed it. You are my T5 guru! Im preparing my self to get one of those. Most of them seems to be beaten very much. What you have done is incredible. If you have drawings for the bed railing those shaves and units and also the table and table fixings ect... please pass it over so it can be guide to my future conversion o a T5. Really have no worlds to describe the amazing job you have don to your T5
Cheers thanks very much. Sorry no drawing of anything. I literally made it up as I went along and scribbled on bits of paper. Made the bed to the cushions. Then measured the wardrobe to where the bed finished. Then made the other cupboards to fill the gap left. Making some the correct width for the fridge, portaloo and water containers. For the worktop height I asked a friend to measure his
Phenomenal job! .. unbelievable the way you’ve designed it and taken advantage of every possible space, just things like that slot at the bottom right side in the rear where you keep your chair etc .. Everything done as well to a high standard. Well done mate , amazing job.
Dang dude, that sky in the thumbnail! It's on fire! A bit of luck to get that light perhaps, but that's still a superb photo to take advantage of it so well!
Love everything about the build...except...the wheels. Low pros look good but aren't really practical. JFL : just for looks. Otherwise, a most excellent build.
Tip on you front swivel seat . Drop the hand brake and put it into 5th gear .. loads easier .. struggled with mine till someone gave me the tip ... mint van by the way👌👏😊
Best van I ever saw on youtube for sure!! specially for a small van. that bed is just crazy, great job. all proper done, and the table is just a great idea.
Hello mate, fantastic video and an awesome van! well done! I was wondering if you'd be able to do a video just going over the design of the bed frame as it looks pretty good and could be something I'd like to replicate. Cheers mate!
YOU are a MASTER craftsman! This is amazing. I love the look of these vans. Even Better that it comes in a diesel. Love the Build I can't even begin to tell you just how IMPRESSED I am with the work you did. It is Rolls Royce Build quality here. Back in the day when they use to do everything from hand. Also, LOVE the look of the VAN. I mean I LOVE IT! BRAVO SIR! BRAVO! Now lets see one of these Lifted with a 4x4 setup. This T-5 Van would look so cool as a 6 wheel arrangement and extended. These VW's look so much like what they have rolling around in Japan. Love the Germanness of this thing.
I don’t normally comment on videos but I thought this was well worth a few words. I think this build is pretty amazing and you don’t actually realise how good you are. Keep up the good work !
Wow ! I'm quite impressed with your fit and finish of your van you did a very professional looking job with the interior cabinetry and kitchenette i am a retired commercial Woodworker That has had a lifelong passion for Wood, boating , and Antique Automobiles years ago i got discouraged by the craftsmanship and high costs of upohlsery. So i bought a industrial walking foot sewing machine to do my own interiors and boat cushions i found that with my basic knowledge in how things go together some practice and patience Sewing was actually enjoyable and rewarding to do btw the machine is a Chinese clone from Ebay and was reasonably priced and has held up remarkably well without any issues other than normal maintenance etc. with your skills and creativity I'm guessing it would be something you may enjoy also the drawback you may encounter is you need a pretty large space to work in as often the fabrics are in wide widths in a perfect world i hope to one day actually be able of dedicating a large area of a home or shop to doing more upholstery and carpet work id like to try working in leather As well and try some fancier stitching found in high end Automobiles to expand my horizons and possibly. Make wood furniture I personally hit. A large obstacle along the way in my 40s i wound up suffering from some traumatic brain injuries that created som paralysis in my limbs and forced me to retire from my previously mentioned career earlier than planned through lots of physical therapy. And hard work i am slowly getting back to the hobbies i love
Keep at it dude. And love the positive attitude. It’s the drive for those passions what we live for. I enjoy creating things, whatever they are. Its the reason I started the UA-cam videos. I enjoy the editing.
Very impressive job mate . I am just about to start my 3rd van conversion but i have learned that you can overdesign vans and well over spend and end up losing lots of money. Once you factor in the material costs and the working hours you are better off negotiating very hard on a coachbuild and save yourself time money and effort. The only reason i am doing my own conversion again is because i want to carry a motorbike, mountainbike, inflatables and climbing gear and the weight is too much for a custom built campervan. An important concideration for anyone thinking about a coachbuilt is Weight limit in the garage area. I had an Adria last year and it could only hold 100kg max . Well dont on the finish and quality of all your work.....its a real professional job . I am currious to find out what it all costs. The only thing i would have done diferent is not to lower a transporter and defo not put a front skirt on because it will not last long when you get on rough tracks as i found out by putting a Barabus front on my last VW Crafter , after getting it sprayed and fitted with cool spotlights it stood me at a grand and in the first month i cracked it :(. Well done
Great video! Im only 14 but my dream is to live like this. I’ve been watching videos like these for inspiration and this is the best one I’ve watched yet. You have done a great job. :D
Bloody well done, the interior looks like it was made on a factory, it looks mass produced, and this is high praise for something hand built. Excelent.
Don’t forget to check out my Instagram @spyder.lee for regular updates on the vehicles
Awesome build.. I keep watching it over and over..I'm in love.. By chance do you have blueprints for the dimensions of the bed? And or how you made it? Last one, What are the dimensions of the cupboards.. like the entire wall unit?
Thank you
Ian Gichohi I made it up as I went along. I didn’t write down any measurements
Scrap Life you look funny
Hello bud would you be able to give me a price to do the same work in the back of the van ( camper bits) if I supply the van?
This just looks so cool.
"And I'm quite fat." Nice to see people can still have a chuckle at their own expense these days.
Awesome build, everything looks amazing. Good work!
That's the moment I realized I had to like this video and love this guy.
hands down best van build on youtube!!!
That’s a bold statement 👍😀
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Dude. It's good...very good. I'm enamored with it!
Far from the best.
Definitely one of the best IMHO.
@@vegasvampire66648 sho' 'nuff...one of the tightest, crispest and the best.
ROCK out with your thing out. No shade. ONE OF...the best.
This is actually amazing. I think I like it more than the MR2. You should start a custom car shop where you do stuff like this for people. Me being from the US, where these vans weren't sold, I legitimately thought the rear interior was from the factory because of the insane quality and fitment of everything. Amazing quality bro, you have a true passion for cars.
Yeah cheers, it turned out really well. Some look like they just have cupboards thrown in the back, I got mine to look “fitted”. More work but definitely worth it. 👍
@@SpyderLEE any chance you could do a video on how you made up the units or a guide to planning them out mate
Im 2 years late, but these VW T5 vans are sold in the Us ..
One of the coolest conversion vans I’ve seen.
That interior looks superb! As a mountain biker ive always wanted one of these. Hats off to you mate, superb bit of work.
I can't believe how good this conversion is 😳. Not just seeing what this Transporter once was to how it looks now but the unbelievable thought and attention to detail you've put in.
Truly astonishing and one of the best conversions I've seen👍👍👍
Thanks 👍
Bloody impressive, what a talented guy👍👍👍
This is actally the cleanest van build i've seen! Everything seems to have been measures precisely, finished to a high standard and meticulously well thought out. Congrats mate!
What you have done (and ultimately achieved) is truly remarkable. You are a very talented man. The van is a magnificent modification.
Amazing!!! I didn't think this could be done to a van this size...Outstanding work. The best I've seen for a standard this size
Thanks
Fair play to you, hell if I had the money I'd buy one of these and pay you to do it up like that. well done 👏
That heckin thingie 🤟
Was only thinking that myself..👍👍🍻
Absolutely no wasted space. Amazing work!
The solar panel and charging system vid would be very helpful😁 looks sweet mate😎
Very talented! The fact that most things, including the van itself was bought within a budget, is very impressive!!
should start his own company
Cheers
Wow, impressive, most impressive. Probably the most methodical builds I have seen.
This is brilliant, you can really tell you put some thought and personality in this. Great job, great tips and I agree with other comments that you should set up a custom conversion business. Well done!!!
Thanks 😀
The seats to bed transformation is mind-blowing. Neat and very detailed. Beautiful job!
Extra 10 break off those stripes haha quality, credit were it’s due pal, belting job.
That is absolutely awesome. I used to own a 2005 fiat camper, sold it, and now I got a Ford Transit from 1981...needs a lot of work, but this video has given me loads of inspiration. Thank you.
Good one. Glad to hear it 😁
Wow love your van. It's amazing. Brilliant work
Great stuff, I used to watch your MR2 stuff when I had one. I had a T5 for six years and still regret selling it.
This van is amazing. Would love to have this set up in the states. Good work
pimnmike cheers 👊
Mate. Wow. You need a dedicated shop and relocate somewhere that touring is hugely popular. We'll have you in AUS. You'll be bloody successful.
This is the van build I never knew I needed. Your attention to detail is brilliant. Great video.
Fantastic work. Really impressive work mate.
Would like to say well done mate 👌🏽👏🏼👏🏼 I like the van a lot but also your whole attitude, seem like a decent pleasant guy with no hate in him at all. Keep it up
That’s a Belgian flag you’ve put on the grill! 😂
Seems to be a really popular German car mod! All looks great though 🤙🏼
never have I been more mad we can't get the T5 in North America. That's an amazing build. love all the built in electronics!
I’ve just done a video looking into all the electrics 👍
wow, you've done an awesome work
love the interior, such a nice design
I've always figured the single sliding door was the way to go but you've made a great case for having one on each side. That makes much more sense for accessing water/gas/electrical without having to worry about making everything tidy/accessible from the interior cupboard doors. Smart!
Yeah worked out really well.
Dude, I hate you....now I gotta have it! LOL Outstanding work. If you ever want to sell I'm in Germany....I'll come get it tomorrow! Thanks for sharing.
Note that this is a right-hand steering wheel vehicle hence it wouldn't work that well in Germany.
@@C_R_O_M________ I can deal with it! :-)
did he sell it boss? I envy this guy (SALUTE
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@@C_R_O_M________ Driving a UK car in Europe isn't too tricky really, I take my little Eunos Roadster over to Belgium fairly often :)
C_R_O_M__________ around 1k - 2k to return it to left hand drive, all vag vehicles have the ability to go left/right drive .
Genuinely impressed. Fantastic job.
Also very cool thst the solar panel provides you with pretty much all the electricity you need.
great clean mods. Young at heart. Sick ride. #cheers
What a great looking van. There is no escaping just how much work has gone into making it look so cool, no doubt backed up by a whole load of talent. Really well done and needless to say, I wish it was mine! :)
Very nice build! Would love to see you build a bigger Sprinter or Crafter! Well done!
Yeah could do some fun stuff to one of those.
Man you have smashed it. You are my T5 guru! Im preparing my self to get one of those. Most of them seems to be beaten very much. What you have done is incredible. If you have drawings for the bed railing those shaves and units and also the table and table fixings ect... please pass it over so it can be guide to my future conversion o a T5. Really have no worlds to describe the amazing job you have don to your T5
Cheers thanks very much. Sorry no drawing of anything. I literally made it up as I went along and scribbled on bits of paper. Made the bed to the cushions. Then measured the wardrobe to where the bed finished. Then made the other cupboards to fill the gap left. Making some the correct width for the fridge, portaloo and water containers. For the worktop height I asked a friend to measure his
@@SpyderLEE thank you man. Im going to do it step by step as you did.
extremely well done, great work
Phenomenal job! .. unbelievable the way you’ve designed it and taken advantage of every possible space, just things like that slot at the bottom right side in the rear where you keep your chair etc .. Everything done as well to a high standard. Well done mate , amazing job.
I am really impressed with what you have done! Very inspiring! Thank you .
Thanks 🙏
Dang dude, that sky in the thumbnail! It's on fire! A bit of luck to get that light perhaps, but that's still a superb photo to take advantage of it so well!
Yeah just lucky timing. I saw it after parking up and snapped a shot on my phone. Made for a good pic.
nice conversion, well thought out
well done what a beautiful van you must be really proud of yourself .
Love everything about the build...except...the wheels.
Low pros look good but aren't really practical. JFL : just for looks.
Otherwise, a most excellent build.
Mate! THIS IS RIGHT BRILLIANT! Best home conversion yet.
Thanks 😀
I'd have lifted it up if I built it since I guess its purpose is to go camping on dirt roads and shit but otherwise sick build man
You beat me to it. Looks lovely slammed. But good luck getting in and out camp sites, especially here in Europe
Cracking build, really like the use of space. Hands down the best bed set up I've seen. Done well fella.Two thumbs up.
Cheers 😀
Only 10 horsepower from the stripes? Worth at least 20 😎🤣
Liked and subscribed, awesome video. I was 50/50 about getting a camper and now I really want one. Great craftsmanship!
Spot on conversion. Not only mechanically efficient, but decor was very good. You should work for a van conversion company.
Man that must be the rolls royce of vw camper vans cant even grasp all what you showed man.
Amazing work. Wish VW would bring this van to the states, I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
Amazing job !!!
Cheers 👍
not even got a car or van but found this after watching another vid just wanna say thats amazing work u done there bud :)
Lovely conversion...
Your very talented.
I to want to do a conversion like this, how much did it cost in total inc van purchase??
Thx
Aamir
Cheers. Cost me about 10k inc the van
Thanks for sharing, cool camper build. I dont even go camping but cant help all these van life videos. One of the best builds.
These rims just doesn't match this car. Suspension way too low.
If everyone had the same taste, life would be boring
@@SpyderLEE I suppose 😋👍
For when I get a van to convert next year, I think I might raise it with off road tyres on eventually lol. I like higher ground ;p
I think it looks cool af but admittedly not very practical Haha
Tip on you front swivel seat . Drop the hand brake and put it into 5th gear .. loads easier .. struggled with mine till someone gave me the tip ... mint van by the way👌👏😊
WoW! Your conversion looks so high-end, like a top-of-the-line factory conversion. May I ask, How much money did you soend on materials? -Thanks!
It was around 10k uk including the van
Best van I ever saw on youtube for sure!! specially for a small van. that bed is just crazy, great job. all proper done, and the table is just a great idea.
Comment if there is anything specific anyone wants to know about 😁
What year is it?
Where did you get the Headlights from ? and how rough is the ride after lowering ?
Hello mate, fantastic video and an awesome van! well done! I was wondering if you'd be able to do a video just going over the design of the bed frame as it looks pretty good and could be something I'd like to replicate. Cheers mate!
David S 2005
fabioflash got them off eBay. Ride is ok now I’m on 35 profile tyres. 30’s were too low
Gratulacje. Fajny pomysł. Po prostu świetnie. Świetnie Ci to wyszło.
Always amazed by those people able to create gold out of their bare hand !
YOU are a MASTER craftsman! This is amazing. I love the look of these vans. Even Better that it comes in a diesel. Love the Build I can't even begin to tell you just how IMPRESSED I am with the work you did. It is Rolls Royce Build quality here. Back in the day when they use to do everything from hand.
Also, LOVE the look of the VAN. I mean I LOVE IT! BRAVO SIR! BRAVO!
Now lets see one of these Lifted with a 4x4 setup. This T-5 Van would look so cool as a 6 wheel arrangement and extended. These VW's look so much like what they have rolling around in Japan. Love the Germanness of this thing.
very well done man! this is how people should passion about their life and spirit for driving
I don’t normally comment on videos but I thought this was well worth a few words. I think this build is pretty amazing and you don’t actually realise how good you are. Keep up the good work !
Thanks for the kind words 👍
Genius conversion. Beautifully done. Thanks for sharing it.
One observation, your gas bottle should be in a sealed no-leak cupboard with drop vent(s).
Currently working on my Shuttle, yours look well impressive. Wow
Wow ! I'm quite impressed with your fit and finish of your van you did a very professional looking job with the interior cabinetry and kitchenette i am a retired commercial Woodworker That has had a lifelong passion for Wood, boating , and Antique Automobiles years ago i got discouraged by the craftsmanship and high costs of upohlsery. So i bought a industrial walking foot sewing machine to do my own interiors and boat cushions i found that with my basic knowledge in how things go together some practice and patience Sewing was actually enjoyable and rewarding to do btw the machine is a Chinese clone from Ebay and was reasonably priced and has held up remarkably well without any issues other than normal maintenance etc. with your skills and creativity I'm guessing it would be something you may enjoy also the drawback you may encounter is you need a pretty large space to work in as often the fabrics are in wide widths in a perfect world i hope to one day actually be able of dedicating a large area of a home or shop to doing more upholstery and carpet work id like to try working in leather As well and try some fancier stitching found in high end Automobiles to expand my horizons and possibly. Make wood furniture I personally hit. A large obstacle along the way in my 40s i wound up suffering from some traumatic brain injuries that created som paralysis in my limbs and forced me to retire from my previously mentioned career earlier than planned through lots of physical therapy. And hard work i am slowly getting back to the hobbies i love
Keep at it dude. And love the positive attitude. It’s the drive for those passions what we live for. I enjoy creating things, whatever they are. Its the reason I started the UA-cam videos. I enjoy the editing.
I don't say this often - I'm seriously impressed.
👍
He is actually th4 best van diy builder
100% best custom van I’ve seen. I’d move into that n sell my house 😂😂💪🏼💪🏼
Very impressive conversion. Looking at something similar for myself. Thanks.
Very nice bed design. I like that idea.
I work on these everyday.one of the nicest ive seen.well done.
Thanks 😀
Mate you are bloody good at this, best conversion I've seen so far.
That seat / bed is the best I have seen. Wonderful.
Cheers, anyone interested in one, check out these guys and mention me they’ll know what you mean. www.vwrustylee.com
When I first saw it from the outside I thought another t5 video like the rest. But this one really beats them all. Very very nice t5 bus! Congrats!
One of, if not THE best camper type van I've seen. You might not be an upholsterer, but it looks like you're pretty much everything else!
Thanks 😎
That is some impressive work you did on your van m8. Thx for sharing
Very impressive job mate . I am just about to start my 3rd van conversion but i have learned that you can overdesign vans and well over spend and end up losing lots of money.
Once you factor in the material costs and the working hours you are better off negotiating very hard on a coachbuild and save yourself time money and effort.
The only reason i am doing my own conversion again is because i want to carry a motorbike, mountainbike, inflatables and climbing gear and the weight is too much for a custom built campervan. An important concideration for anyone thinking about a coachbuilt is Weight limit in the garage area. I had an Adria last year and it could only hold 100kg max .
Well dont on the finish and quality of all your work.....its a real professional job . I am currious to find out what it all costs.
The only thing i would have done diferent is not to lower a transporter and defo not put a front skirt on because it will not last long when you get on rough tracks as i found out by putting a Barabus front on my last VW Crafter , after getting it sprayed and fitted with cool spotlights it stood me at a grand and in the first month i cracked it :(.
Well done
I have a T5, technically a T25 similar model (SWB) and I really like what you've done here dude!
Well done so simple so much room. Front and rear facing seat at back is genius. Love it.
Excellent build Beautiful craftsmanship is spot on
Build hours and effort well paid off there! Brilliant conversion
This is bloody brilliant. I think you should make these commercially! Absolutely the best...
The nicest build I've ever seen in my life. Wish I had something like that too. Nice work, wish u good luck and lots of milage with this🙂
Golden buzzer for you mate... properly talented
Very well done!. Impressed with the thought that went into it..That bed setup is slick.
Great looking and functional camper,looks like a pro conversion mate,lovely interior with a real stylish look.Love it.!
wow wow wow such genius use of every square inch sir ...love the fold down couch ..you did a awesome job
This guy and his work is awesome great vid my friend
Very impressive build. You've got talent.
I'm actually quite impress. You have skills and did very nice job.
Very nice setup. Amazing use of space and craftsman. Several cool features I've never seen done before like the bed, table, etc. I love it.
Best ive seen for this van.
Professional job.11out 10
You’ve made a brilliant job of that. Well done you
Great video! Im only 14 but my dream is to live like this. I’ve been watching videos like these for inspiration and this is the best one I’ve watched yet. You have done a great job. :D
Nice one 🤘😀
You’ve done a phenomenal job on this. Absolutely stunning van.
Bloody well done, the interior looks like it was made on a factory, it looks mass produced, and this is high praise for something hand built. Excelent.
Thanks. It’s a bit wonky close up but my hands will never be as good as a cnc machine