JonVaughnLife Report Vol. 1 Builder Directory Update – New Features & Enhancements! Vaughn here! I help run our builder side of things at VLT. We’re making it easier than ever for buyers to find the right van builder for their dream adventure rig! The exciting updates to the Vanlife Trader Builder Directory include: 🚐 Improved search functionality – Find builders by van type, certifications, and other specs like financing and warranty offerings. 🚐 Enhanced profiles – More detailed portfolios...
19 days ago • 2 min read
Maddie's Picks of the Week This week's rigs are all about pop-tops! If you're looking for a van where you want tent camping vibes, or just want more room to fit more sleepers, check these out! Shop this week's edit $31,999 2018 Ford Transit Connect San Ramon, CA Custom built modular kitchen slides out of the back, and sleeps 4! View Listing $86,900 2020 Mercedes Sprinter Huntington Beach, CA Electronic murphy bed sleeps 2 + roof pop up sleeps 2 = fam van View Listing $153,000 2023 AWD...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Jon's Picks of the Week We've been working hard on an upgraded version of our professional van builder directory and at long last, it's here! The goal is to make this directory a one stop shop resource for anyone looking to find the right van builder - whether you need a fully custom job, a spec van, or just some electrical work on your DIY build. Filter, save, contact, repeat. Find your dream van $35,000 2002 Chevy (Blue Bird) Nashville, TN Professional build and ready for it's next...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Leah's Picks of the Week Not all vanlife adventures start with a brand new van, some of them begin with a few hundred thousand miles of life already lived. On the site this week I'm seeing some sick Sprinters that are 10 years and older! While they might come with a bit more maintenance and upkeep, it doesn't mean they can't get you across the country and back (and back again). Shop this week's edit $79,000 2014 Freightliner Sprinter Phoenix, AZ 170k miles with a sustainably minded build View...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Jonlife Report Vol. 1 This month I interviewed my pal Liv who recently went on the grand adventure of buying a campervan. My favorite part? She was patient and did it for under $30k! I really wanted to tell the story of the vanlife spark that happened for her four years ago and everything it takes for the pieces (and deals!) to fall into place. We talk through all of the major parts of buying a van and starting vanlife from selling your daily driver to getting insurance to drive it home. If...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Jon's Picks of the Week The site is filling up with hot deals - here are four that caught our ever-shopping eyes. Shop this week's edit $37,500 2003 Dodge Sprinter T1N Chattanooga, TN If only we needed another VLT van View Listing Price 2020 Mercedes Sprinter Tampa, FL Crisp and clean and practically new View Listing $48,000 2016 RAM Promaster Fayetteville, WV Live in ready with three seats + seatbelts View Listing $39,000 2017 RAM Promaster Painesville, OH Brand new conversion and full time...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Leah's Picks of the Week The one thing that can make a huge difference in the enjoyment of a van is the layout - and we love to see creative ones! Give us an L kitchen, a double decker bed, a pop top micro, two bedrooms?! Here are the picks of the week; no layout the same. Shop this week's edit $139,999 2024 Mercedes Sprinter Portland, OR Play on the westy bench seat plus some clean and crisp finishes. View Listing $75,000 2017 RAM Promaster Lexington, SC L kitchen + shower + fixed bed + real...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Maddie's Vans of the Week We are mid way through January and a lot of us are experiencing and/or expecting wintry weather conditions! We've gathered a few nice rigs with heated floors to keep your toes toasty. So get cozy and check em out! Shop this week's edit $110,000 2021 Mercedes Sprinter Denver, CO 4x4 to get you through snowy conditions, state-of-the-art hydronic radiant heat system that maintains a cozy 70°F even in sub-zero temperatures, and a queen size memory foam mattress for a cup...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Winter Deals Winter can be a great time to buy a van - you can find some great deals and then you have ample time to get it ready for that big summer roadtrip (or the start of full time vanlife!). Here are our deals of the week! Shop this week's edit $45,000 2014 Mercedes Sprinter Laguna Beach, CA Who needs 4x4 when you've got these mods! View Listing $76,000 2023 Ford Transit Norton, MA Low miles plus bike storage! View Listing $49,5000 2016 Mercedes Sprinter Murfreesboro, TN Passenger van +...
3 months ago • 1 min read