Stealth Nissan NV200 Camper Van Build on a Budget
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- Pagurus now belongs to an adventurous new owner and her pup. We wish them many happy miles.
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I turned this old 2014 Nissan NV200 into a complete stealth camper for about $1500! Her name is "Pagurus," and she's been all over the US and much of Canada.
Complete with:
• Refrigerator
• Toilet
• Sink (Ikea Dogbowl)
• Shower - LINK* amzn.to/2PF9Vir
• Faucet - LINK* amzn.to/31L0kJo
• Heat
• Folding Bed VALLENTUNA www.ikea.com/u...
• Table FLOTTEBO www.ikea.com/u...
Using Ikea cabinets and furniture with four-way stretch carpet kept the the building to a minimum.
•••LOTS of comments on the bed. It's an Ikea Vallentuna sleeper from their sectional. Just the sleeper part, nothing else. www.ikea.com/u...
Leave a comment below if you have any questions.
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The reflective vest is a good idea, but having a bunch of sun faded paperwork all over the dash really makes it look like a work van.
I often leave a fast food bag on the dash or passenger seat. :)
That back vent is pure genius!
Thanks - it’s a bit risky though, as exhaust could come through, but I’m careful to keep it covered when I’m driving.
@@jeffwagg thank you for this detail :)
Dont vehicles already have vents for circulation?
The Uni-Strut or whatever that metal rail is on top…
I put a Thule roof rack on my NV200 and then installed that rail on the cross bars. I did that bc the roof on my 2020 model is curved. Did you just crank down on those bolts and flatten it out? I put 3 solar panels on top of mine and laid width-wise that was 2.2m of roof space, the entire roof so that curvature prevented me from doing this.
Yeah, you should have skipped your electrical system.
This is one of the smartest small van stealth build I have seen! So simple but functional!
Nice job, always good to see how others have converted a NV200 "on the cheap", nothing wrong with using bits and pieces from Ikea :)
Thanks! 👍 Ikea has some good bits - I think custom cabinets would be better, but poorly done custom cabinets would not be. For my next build, I'll give custom a shot, but it's definitely out of my comfort zone.
@@jeffwagg I built my cabinets using Ikea kitchen doors, good and cheap and no major joinery skills needed. When you come to do your next build maybe rope in a friend to give you a hand? Anyway, enjoy your van, safe travels (Y)
@@nv200camper4 This is a GREAT way to go. I redid a home with an Ikea kitchen and it's much better quality than the furniture. Not an allen wrench in sight!
Also, you can find bits and pieces in the As Is section for really cheap. All my bamboo counter top came from there and it was like $15.
I absolutely love Your van! Very cosy and nicely composed!
Best bed... It's keep it clean for bed time... Open it only when ready to sleep & all door is locked 😂
What an awesome build. I've watched a hundred build videos, but this has everything, and well organized. Great video- Thank you!
beautiful and functional NV200 van build
The great part of using IKEA is the amount of spare parts and when there’s smaller changes you want to do through time in the van it’s is affordable and easy to do. It looks like home.
First of all, this is the funniest camper van tour I have seen. The fruit doesn't stick. haha. But secondly, some amazingly clever ideas I have definitely not seen elsewhere. I am gaga for the vanity with mirror, and would love the showerhead on a hook vs handheld so I can wash my hair easily. But also impressed by something as simple but important as a security peephole. And, I can not believe how you hid that toilet in such a small space! Thanks so much for this. Major props to a fellow Chicagoan!
Thanks for the very kind words, Mary! Hoping to do some sort of Chicagoland van meetup after we're done with this pandemic.
Your vans conversion is amazing! I hope your doing great... i can really hear a man heavily breathing.. enjoy your travel and keep safe =) ciao!
Thanks, and yep, I'm a heavy breather. Pulse Ox is good though. :)
Nice thoughtful build! I believe the Ikea brand materials are very appropriate for this type of build due to lighter weight materials and flexible sizes. Easier hauling weight on the vehicle as well. So I don't think that apologies are necessary. Thanks for sharing!
My favorite conversion so far. Great job. You've got many (fans) right here also. Thanks for sharing.
Steeling the back vent idea. So incredibly smart 🤩
Just be sure it seals well and that you have a CO detector. I’ve had no problems, but Caution is warranted.
That bed is just genius-level ingenuity!
Man, the BEST NISSAN NV200 I ve ever seen!!!!! Congrats! The most beautiful minicamper! I love your hooks, the details and you are very practical. Exactly like I am. You've done this wonderfully, really. I bought one in red and soon I go in tour. Still in progress, 😄
Thank you for your inspiration! 🍀 🍄 🌈
Nice to finally see you and your van build! Your podcast has been inspirational. I might just go out and buy a fire extinguisher as a symbolic token of my future van.
Do! And I hope you never need it. Thanks for the kind words.
That's why I'm gonna do this weekend! Buy a cute red fire extinguisher for the van I will hopefully get in ,2021!
i absolutely love the chair/bed combo
Loved the setup but Loved your sense of humor even more. So Great! 🤣🤣👏🏼👏🏼💜 Nice job and Happy Travels!! 😁🙏🏼💜💖🎶🌞🌈🚙💨
That's a fantastic build. I love the fact that you used readily available IKEA stuff and that all was so well thought through.
So many things I love about this build. Hot hands brings back memories, that's how I stayed warm in a tent.
Hot Hands are like little packets of comfort. There are nights I just have one in the sleeping bag with me, kind of like a tiny little kitten.
I'm amazed! I just bought the same van in Cayenne Red 3 days ago, and didn't know how much stuff would be possible to get in there.
I love the bed and the sink/shower deal especially. Great job!
It looks like Ikea has what smaller campers need. The cabinet and bed system look like they work GREAT with the size.
I've got to say your build has got to be the best I've seen in a nissan nv200 well done. You've thought of everything.
Orangey red lights are more conducive to a human's eye sight as it allows more to be seen than a glaring white/yellowish lighting effect, so good on you for choosing it.
Having the red light option is great. Easier on the eyes, and if you’re stealth camping, much less noticeable to people on the outside.
I attend astronomy events sometimes, so it’s a must.
you have the most efficient awesome made van I have ever seen and I have watched for 2 years
BEST VIDEOS EVER!!✌
Thanks😊👍
I like the vent behind license plate idea!
Hi you, it’s MJ! I like your #vanconversion and your channel so much, I’m now a subscriber! Awesome!!!!🌺
Added 'Velcro Wall' to my van build must-haves. I might be biased as someone who just bought an e-NV200, but small van builds are the most satisfying to watch as they're often so inventive and smart with how space is used. Thanks for sharing.
i gotta nv200 too - i'm gonna copy a loooootta your stuff - thanks dude !
You are living the dream! NV200 is probably something I'd buy if I did van life. Your setup is very similar to what I would consider doing, but I'd do composting toilet probably. It would be nice to be able to run of just solar power and live on BLM land or something like it for an extended period, keeping cost lower (in theory).
Tough to fit a composting toilet in a small van as they're so large, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. :)
@@jeffwagg Ah, thanks for the info.
one of the best small van designs I've seen. congrats!
Brilliant, what a great build. I got so many ideas and inspiration. Would like to see videos on your build itself, the walls and carpeted compartments are so well done. Great job 👍
Sadly, I did not record as I built. :(
I like that you used ikea cabinets because I can’t customize my sienna as I’m a disabled 67 year old. Great ideas and organization. Love all of it. Your emergency food ideas too.
Beautiful! Can't believe there is an ideal system that will fit this 200 nv
Like the hidden loo...& backdoor peep hole...& swivel tap u can attach shower hose. This is well designed - & u've thought of everything.
Right? All those things! Plus a budget dog bowl sink.
Yeah, the hidden toilet is lux!
She's pretty darn nice!
I liked the bed, table & mini flower pots. That rear peephole was a simple solution towards your peace of mind. From what I've seen it's only going to get better. Good job. Happy Trails!
Excellent . Clever . Lots of common sense !
Great all over! Have a good time in your little home!
Watched HUNDREDS and this is the BEST build!
You are AMAZING! I've never seen a license plate vent or PEEPHOLE!
Pure genius! Thank you for sharing! xoxo
I have the same bed in my van. Mine is a Renault Kangoo so even smaller than the NV200 but the bed is fantastic at giving me space back and so easy to set up and put away. I also find it really comfy compared to a lot of the camping beds I’ve tried in the past. IKEA stuff is great for inexpensive van builds.
Is this sofa bed still available at IKEA?
That build and van tour was wonderful!! Enjoy and happy travels!
Hi. Am really impressed by your built, and i’m currently building a carbon copy for my NV 200. I find the Eket solution just perfect, given my limited skills. I will make a video linking yours to give you full credit.
I do have a question about the drawer unit next to your bed. Is it built on IKEA legs? How did you attach it to the driver-side wall? Love that Ikea mini table. Could you show me how you installed it? And finally, the pole for the curtains. I wanted to do something similar but noticed it’s in the way of side air-bags. How did you get around? Thanks so much. My name is Stephane and i come from Montreal, Canada.
The drawer unit is on Ikea legs. I cut them down to be exactly the right height. The cabinets are only attached to the wall in one place: in the top left corner of the large drawer unit. I shaved off the sharp corner so it would fit the wall better, and then put a screw into the van's wall there.
The curtain rod is just a shower rod (the kind you twist to tighten) and it's inserted into two Xs cut in the headliner. I made sure that they missed the air bag - it's easy to see and feel if you mess around up there.
I love Montreal, and hope to be able to visit again as soon as it's safe. :) Feel free to write me directly at jeff@builttogo.com with any questions.
@@jeffwagg Much respect Jeff. I’m down to installing water and power. I can’t wait to share my project with you
Awesome! Thanks for sharing man. I’m looking to convert a NV200 myself come spring, and being Swedish a soft spot for IKEA kinda comes with the birth certificate.. 😊 This video was loads of inspiration for my build. 👍🏼👍🏼 Tanks again!
im a trucker and the make a strainer for coffee you put it right over your cup with grounds and pour hot water on top and you have your drink! it is a reusable strainer and very small. better than carrying a coffee maker and gas stations usally have free hot water if you dont want to boil
Your build is actually really cool I wish you did a tutorial on everything in there I love how the bed is the roof the floor the whole shebang
Yeah - I should have filmed as I was building. I'm happy to answer any questions about anything. I'll be doing a new build next year that will document everything.
@@jeffwagg please show how you secured your furniture to the van
I love your build ... great ideas, great tour!
In the UK, Nissan used to sell electric version eNV200. About £26K for 40 kWh battery. No more. Factory moved from Spain to France.
Omg! Thanks for sharing! I wonder if I can fit the bed into my hatchback!! This would be perfect because idk how to build anything lol. Thanks for posting the links! I’m going to visit ikea this week to take a look
Measurements are on Ikea's site! You'll need 75" of length extend fully, but you may not need to.
That is incredible.
Nice build. I really like the way you have set her up. Plus you have everything you need inside. Now you have me checking out the IKEA beds.
You’re so blessed..!
Amazing van.. Have a safe and happy drive!
Fantasticly inspirational build mate. Brilliant 👍👍👍
I like it. I'm also in an NV200 camper. Let's enjoy each other!
Looks. GREST. YOU SEEM TO HAVE IT ALL.
Great ikea implementation efficient
Build to go :: this is great when ur working away from home, will save a bit on hotels. Wow u have a toilet, ace plus a cold shower, till u get home. Great van tour....thanq
Come on let’s face it there is absolutely nothing wrong with IKEA stuff you have done an amazing job I would be very proud to own this Van BIG thumbs up from the 🇬🇧 uk 👍🏼 & the sneaky toilet is genius!
IKEA stuff is what it is. It can absolutely be used in vans if you know its limitations. I love the UK! Cheers....
Excellent job top to bottom. Great ideas everywhere in this little van. Safe travels.
Well, people know about your secret compartment now... I think that using IKEA products is brilliant! And your hidden toilet is great. Back up systems are great, especially when you need them. That's why I have two power stations, numerous power banks, battery lanterns, A weather radio, an alcohol stove etc. I think your build is one of the best builds I've seen. You have everything! And your keeping yourself safe with the detectors and the fire extinguisher. Those are so very important! All of the hooks are great, good thinking and organized. The flowers are a nice touch. I have known men who raised orchids as a hobby and they were definitely manly men!😉 So you having a few plants and flowers is just fine. The hand warmers are so useful. When my friend was taking the bus to work every day, she used them all the time. I even bought a box of them from Costco for her.
Yes, I love your little van. I think you did a brilliant job putting it together. You've done such a good job, I have no suggestions to improve it! I know you have a shovel, duct/gorilla tape, scissors, sewing repair kit, rope, zip ties, etc. I didn't need to see them. The shower is clever, even if cold. That has reminded me of something I saw on another build: A water tank on the roof. The guy had a PVC water tank attached to his roof rack. It held 5 gallons of water and it looked like one of those PVC pipes that workmen have on top of their vans to hold pipes and other long things. But my thought is, you could use that for your showers and have sun warmed showers instead of cold. Maybe on your next van. Oh, bug screens too. I've seen the curtains and the custom DIY window screens. I hate mosquitoes as much as they love my blood.
I really love your van and I can't wait to see the next one you build!
they have the cruise control kit for the S model, just have to unscrew and pull back the steering while along the air bag (carefull not to pull that too hard/off otherwise it will set off), there should be a small PCB already installed with the correct pinout and connections to install that kit, the way you can tell vehicles have this feature is the check for small right behind the while attached to the steering column right where you would think the cruise control would be on most vehicles
Wow this is a very well done wan, everything in there built is very functional. Well done my friend. U r hell of a smart man.
DANKE = THANK YOU for a such a interesting & informativ video.
Best regards from Southern Germany, Stuttgart - the city of Mercedes 🙂
Thank you!
Very clever!
Your van is very cool. I love how you have used IKEA furniture, especially the bed.
Loved!
I have a 2019 NV200. No build build for now, but want to do something more like you in the some day
Really clever build!
It's simple build,, I like it,, ❤
this is the best stealth van build i'have seen thus far
Great build ideas! Thanks for sharing.
Lots of good ideas. Thanks.
Very nice set up my man! And I like those complete meals as well, they taste pretty good and are not too expensive
I saw a new trick - you leave the meal on the dashboard for a few hours, and it's hot when you want to eat it!
i am just converting my NV200, got a lot of great ideas.thank you!
Best of luck in your project! They're great vans.
Did your fix the eket to the ground, Wall? did you put an extra floor into the car?
@@jeffwagg
I did screw it into the support pillars on the side of the van, and I screwed the cubes into each other. I also put a couple of screws into the floor. I did NOT have a subfloor in this vehicle because ceiling height was critical - the floor was just a bit of masonite with vinyl tiles over it. This furniture if fairly fragile, so when you screw it in to things, use good washers because the screw heads will pull out. @@heinrichstreintz2852
Wow!!! Ingenious 👍💯🥰
I'm surprise with back vent , nice 👍
Your build is awesome.
Watch the whole vdo. Love it make me wants to go get a van now lol
I’m a no build guy myself but I really like the way you put your van together. You should become an ikea ambassador.
I wish IKEA would figure out that they could be making van furniture on purpose. :)
@@jeffwagg maybe you should go into business, designing IKEA van builds and selling the blueprints online.
I think for camping and traveling that would be awesome. For full timing it might be a tad cramped. Brilliantly designed.
Thanks, and I think it would be too small for me to full time in, but the person I sold it to IS full timing in it. With a dog!
i love the ikea table sir ...
It was a bit tricky to install as it's meant to be attached SPECIFICALLY to IKEA's Vallentuna sectional system, but I made it work with a big 'ol chunk of wood. It's not very strong, but it's strong enough to hold my laptop and that's all I need. I have another table for heavier things.
The peep hole you have on the back door is a great idea! thanks for sharing!
I love how you adapted the old-school VW Westfalia's approach and applied it to the NV and it works really well. Awesome vid.
That's awesome dude. I hid my solar panels behind roof bars to make it even more stealthy. You can even add a ladder and pop some magnetic business logos on the side to blend in
I had always intended to put something over the angle iron. But now the new owner will do something cool with it.
Very good information..I have the van only UK version and was looking for ideas to make this small area into a camper..And now I have hope to move forward.✅
OK, I had to look up "Pagura" - hermit crab. Funny! Nice build & especially love the peephole & hi-viz decoy vest.
Thanks! Both come in handy. I figure I’ll wear the vest if I ever break down or go hiking during hunting season. ;)
I love this build! Especially cuz it used the Nissan.
One of my favorite builds! Thanks for sharing
Nice job
Very nice build! Thanks for sharing
Love that bed and they don’t sell it anymore. Genius
Brilliant! My fav part is the drone holder
And there it sat - not a very good drone. :)
Excellent space planning. Love this stealthy build!
That's a pretty smart build. 👌
Lots of good tips. Thanks!
Wish i had the skills to do something like this. Very nice. Plus you have a Teriffic voice! Radio broadcasting quality👍
Ha, thank you. I do have a vanlife podcast called Built to GO! if you want to hear more of my voice. :)
As for skills, I don't really have that many. Just a lot of determination.