I’ve Owned 7 Vans — Here’s What I’d Actually Choose

After owning 7 different camper vans over the last 5 years, I have a clear idea of what actually works in van life and what doesn’t. In this video, I break down every van I’ve owned, including a DIY Ford Econoline, Wayfarer build, Winnebago Solis models, Thor Scope, and my current custom GeoTrek Flatiron Sprinter van. I share the real pros and cons of each setup, what became frustrating over time, and which vans are actually the best fit for different types of travelers. If you’re trying to decide between a Sprinter, Promaster, DIY van build, factory camper van, or custom van conversion, I hope this helps you avoid some of the friction points I experienced along the way. 🛒 My Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kristiroams 🚐 Vans Covered: • DIY Ford Econoline Camper Van • Wayfarer Vans Modular Build • Winnebago Solis 59P • Winnebago Solis 36A • Thor Scope • GeoTrek Flatiron Sprinter Van ⚡ Topics Covered: • DIY vs custom camper vans • Sprinter vs Promaster • Van life for remote work • Camper van layouts • Van life electrical systems • Van life with a dog • Best vans for couples, solo travelers, and families • Factory camper vans vs DIY builds • Full-time van life comfort and usability 🐶 Featuring Sammy WATCH NEXT: 🎥 Full Van Tour: https://youtu.be/7jvuHADoKjU 🎥 Van Life Upgrades That Actually Matter: https://youtu.be/lbAQ-sYjwYc 🎥 Van Life Mistakes I Didn’t See Coming: https://youtu.be/_2Ce6Hg4J7k ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 — 7 Vans. Here’s the Truth 0:52 — Van 1: DIY Ford Econoline 3:23 — Van 2: Wayfarer Build 6:29 — Vans 3 & 4: Winnebago Solis 59P 9:51 — Vans 5 & 6: Compact Factory Vans 11:53 — Van 7: GeoTrek Flatiron 15:17 — Which Van Is Right for You? 17:16 — Final Thoughts ✔️ AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER: This video is not sponsored and I am not affiliated with GeoTrek. Opinions shared are based entirely on my personal experience. Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to use them. I only share products I would genuinely use for myself or Sammy in van life. 📩 Business inquiries: [email protected] Kristi Roams — Realistic van life with Sammy 🐾 #VanLife #CamperVan #SprinterVan #Promaster #Winnebago #WinnebagoSolis #ThorScope #WayfarerVans #VanConversion #Campervan #FullTimeVanLife #GeoTrek