WHY DID I GET SUCH A SMALL VAN?! #vanlife
WHY DID I GET SUCH A SMALL VAN?! #vanlife
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Hey everyone! I’m Nate. I live the van life full time out of a Nissan NV200 self built camper conversion. In this video I explore Santa Cruz and discuss why I decided to get a compact cargo van for my camper setup. Please like, subscribe, and feel free to ask any questions below!
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And yes, in my experience, instapot, ninja foodie, hell even a Forman Grill is gonna be a way better cooking experience than any kinda gas powered camp stove
John cena??
Can the Nissan NV200 come with windows all around?
hello how did your honda element vs the nissan nv compare to space? which one had more
How tall are you? Can you sleep comfortably in it?
I have a Chevy Astro, kinda for all the same reasons. I was able to get one very cheap with under 90k miles. Even though I only get 20-24 mpg, that’s still pretty good for a camper van.
Way to go!
I like your bed set up!
You made a great point. For urban vanlife dwellers, there are advantages to having a small van. It’s easier to maneuver and park. You don’t always go to wide open spaces. I think I’ll get a small van when I do.
Apparently, Toyotas are much better in quality, from what I’ve heard. No wonder many people live in a Prius. I mean each with their own Prius, not all in the same Prius.
I thought that looked familiar! West cliff!
I like the bed style because i would like purchase a van for my job and to rest , some time i dont find a hotel or similar , the design allow transport things for my duty
Nissans are great (here in New Zealand) – I wouldn’t touch a Honda, and certainly not a European vehicle. I’d do Toyota or Nissan, the parts are easy to get hold of, and they’re really popular where I live 🙂
Good English the one you speak. Thanks for the video.
Looove the murphy bed, really clever!!! Thank you!
I agree with the small van, but wouldn’t want to take away my utility rack on the roof. Having a commercial roof rack is like having a truck.
Great van! How much solar power do you need to run the instant pot?
Standing at the beach he says that video was from when I was in Reno Nevada. I’m not there anymore. 😂 That is the ocean 😂
You have to love these young people
Gas is much better than my silverado pick up truck. Wow!
Great drone shots and editing. You’re so cute and humble, thanks for the insight on the pros. I’m leaning towards a smaller van when I make the leap. Just discovered the pros of pop tops so thanks again.
Have you a crew of cameraman and editor behind ? Lol
Nice review surfer dude! Thanks for insights and thoughts about smaller Van. “Small is Beautiful” concept has always been my Moto! Less is more! Small eco-footprint…etc. And I too wonder about Nissan v.s. Ford for value/performance?
Love the self-build too.!!! Looks like you did a video for it? How long to do? Saved $$? How much? Is bed big enough for 2? Keep on keepin on!!
Peace… Salam… Shalom… Namaste and Thank You so much for All that you are doing to Heal our Mother Earth 🙏🏻 😊 🌈 ✌ 🌷 ❤
that instapot food needed a few glugs of olive oil. Great van video…… I’m sold.
Use the saute function to heat up leftovers🙌
VERY well done video. You did a great job. You’re also a very nice, resourceful guy. You thought through want you wanted to do with the van, and you DID it. And a job well done.
That’s an awfull lot of money for that small pop top
is your van AWD?
Godspeed
Was surprised to hear Nissan has lost the quality it once had??!! I owned a Nissan truck 1993 it lasted until 2018 I sold it for 1,700. I wanted small van never thought Nissan would dive, but the warranty sounds good & the warranty I had in 93 truck was good. I like your videos thank you good 👍jod! I want a pop top also & something small to drive you did a great job on converting your van for camping!
I drive sprinters and promasters for work and they are NOT low budget rigs, promasters burn lots of headlamps and tires are a weird size that cost a fortune. Sprinters will kill you in maintenance costs.
Great video! Isn’t the NV200 a smidge bigger and more boxy than the newer Transit Connects? Anyway yes the smaller vehicles are cool, though the 2013 high top TC lwb would likely be my choice. Thanks for sharing!
I’m actually browsing for tiny van living because I always wonder how can anyone navigate with big vehicles in city streets, very intimidating.
I just bought a Nissan van like yours…looking to get some ideas by watching you.
Ah West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, CA. 😀
I’m glad that I’m 5’1 ft. short HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA
I don’t need large space though
I found a dodge diesel van I should of bought, had 338k or something but it was cheap, I seen a 2017 transit small one like yours for 7k, it had 183k miles.
Did you lift this nv200 for better ground clearance for driving off the paved roads?? Are you able to get spare parts now given the fact that the NV200 is being discontinued?
How did you build that bed? That saves alot of space
Thank you so much for this video! So helpful!! Great information. I love that you’re a minimalist. And I love the idea of low gas mileage, low emissions, easy to repair💗👍🤗
Will it fit in a regular garage.
I think he is so adorable!!! His personality shines thru and he seems so kind and humble❤️
Ive narrowed my van choice down to a NV200.
I was going to get the transit connect, then decided on the Transit. Upgrading never creates a problem down the line. Accepting less usually does.
Compact is better.
How do i get a van like this?
Toyota needs to get in the cargo van business! I’ll buy one in a heartbeat.
Liked the video.
The adds were wild on thissssss…. but cool vid
This is one of the best Set ups I have Seen! Well thought out! 🤷🏻♂️✌️🌈