Self-converted Off-Grid Sprinter Van with Full Office, Bathroom, and Garage
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ABOUT US
Hey y'all! We're Chris + Sara, a husband and wife travel duo currently working and traveling full time with our pup, Kramer. We've always dreamed of traveling full time, and in May of 2018 we took the leap and made it happen! Today we're balancing work and fun everywhere between the Pacific and Atlantic. From hiking and cycling to tacos and coffee, we're trying to see and experience as much of this world as we can! While our home is currently on wheels in our DIY Sprinter van, our travels take us all around the world.
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Watching this during quarantine 2020 and dreaming of van life. Anyone else? 🙂
Angela R omg yess, I’m now planning my future life on a van 😂😂
Yes same
Totally
I have been living 1 year now in my van. One trip to Portugal.
Uncle Freddy And that’s why I am only “dreaming” right now. 🙂
Finally a van converted home that has a bathroom, electrical outlets, and WiFi! Most of the van converted homes I see only have a kitchen and a bed, you made yours really seem like home. I hope to build one of these with my friends so we don’t really need to pay dorm fee’s in university ❤️
Just to lyk don't expect your friends to be down. Most people have too much of an ego to even consider living on the road. But alas, I don't know your friends so of course, chase your dream!
That's what I'm going to do for college! Then, after college, I can keep the camper so that I'm able to use it on road trips :))
I wanna do this too!
SAITAMA you could always go to a friends house once in a while to get a nice shower and sleep and everything like that :)
Uh.. do you know how much this van build costs? It's not worth it unless you have lots of money for something that can break down often, get towed or get into accidents because of other bad drivers. There's a reason most people with vans don't have showers in their van.
"We work full time on the road".
The dog must be an amazing driver.
You have no idea.
OMG I’m crying 😂😂😂
F**k this comment... I threw up the coffee i'm drinking on my keyboard... 😂😂😂
botsok3skelion that’s silly. Use a cup
Lol
your dog is like damn this is the longest walk i've ever been on
We've all seen van builds but this so far has been my favorite layout. Very nice!!
L. Sorton hey I just seen you tell another person the same thing
Some prices would be great. I appreciate people sharing but I’ve seen a few videos where they mention where and how much, even if just approximate costs, really help. Thanks for what you did provide tho
This is perfect! patten this layout!
L. Sorton seriously finally someone appreciates technology
L. Sorton same. It looks really homey
Ugh I just want this so bad, I’m just thinking of my life in this van. I’m one person so I could have so much extra space with half of that desk for more clothes and shoes (my guilty pleasures😭) and if I took the passenger seat out! Ugh I love the build
Heaven Green I wouldn’t recommend taking the passenger seat out - but do what these people did and get a swivel seat! It’s illegal in most countries to a) not wear a seatbelt and b) be in the back of the van fullstop. If you’re travelling with friends or are in a relationship it’s absolutely worth having for the sake of comfort and legality...
Just don't live in a van full time
Honestly... if you collect more than 3-4 pairs of shoes (sneakers, boots, dressy shoes, and sandals), then the limited space of Van life probably is not for you. No offense, I mean I can’t fit all my stuff in a large van (Video games, too many clothes, tons of headphones I review) either, it’s just that with the limited space of a Van you can’t really collect anything. Only stuff you bring INTO a van once you’re set up is restocking food & replacing parts.
A single mountain biker made a home from a van and it wash less polished but built better imo I forget the vid tho he also spent $30 or something so much less then this
EvShrug you can the shoes if you make the storage space for it, its about how the building and SHOES ARE IMPORTANT
I was so curious how those people living on a van take a bath. Finally found one with a shower! And a fridge!!!!
most people get a gym membership
There are some truck stops and camping locations that offer showers. Plus most gyms offer a day pass!
@@marla49 But what happened to all those people during lockdown when all the gyms were closed? Where did they shower?
@@jgjg3848 You can shower outside with a solar/portable shower OR just use your sink for a birdbath. Truck stop showers work too, and are nicer than they sound
Who else is watching a lot of videos like this 😂edit: thanks for so many likes
Elsa’s Creative World me😂
i watched one video and now my recommendations is filled with those
Minja Bitgren same! omg
Me
Minja Bitgren hahahaha
I think this is the best layout for a conversion van.
The most perfect van ever! It’s exactly what I want when I’m a semi retired architect. Good luck for your adventures!
Jackie Sue thanks so much Jackie!
Why is it architects and engineers feel the need to always find away to broadcast what they do for a living...
I just don't get it. Shrug..... I guess I better get back to being a paramedic now
@@ttss5726 Well, if the subject is "van conversion", it's pertinent that an engineer or architect is planning one. IMMEDIATELY, upon reading her comment, I thought how I'd love to see her van conversion when she does one, AND I would hope the video detailed how her training and experience as an architect influenced it.
Why be so petty? ANYONE who has expertise in any field that helps in van conversion is a plus to hear from. So, I also love to hear from carpenters and licensed electrician. Or automotive experts.
@JB : Great answer! lol. Good for you!
This is all so perfect. Including her outfit. The dog. The magnetic everything. This level of perfect imperfect life gives me the willies.
Absolutely top notch home on wheels! Brilliantly laid out, beautifully clean, everything has a place, one of my favourite vans to date. Happy traveling!
Sorry mom.... But if they ask me to get in there van, I would
ItzMehSydney y OMG 😂😂😂
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Loved the picture of the dog smiling into the camera lol. He's so cute😍😍😍
Treasure's Pandora when that picture popped up it scared me
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@@boomin7713 jump scare... 😆😆😆
I thought I was the only one.
@@boomin7713 - especially because he had knives in the background! But he is a cutie nontheless
A PROFESSIONAL quality build, dynamic layout, and....the PRESENTATION is PROFESSIONAL.
Lovely home you’ve made!
The heat from oven will ruin your spices ! You can get metal magnetic strips that you can mount on wall to hold those and will also hold knives, a friend mounted a small baking tray inside cabinet to hold hers …. Lovely y job !you have done and such a cute furbaby !
Thank you!
This is the most practical van build I have seen yet, great tour
Guess you haven't seen much builds then
@@boyinthemirror I have and I agree with Ronda.
This is what we call opinions.
Practical! You must be rich AF. This thing costs at least 80k plus gas and insurance.
@@stimulatemyexistence5669 it cost them 65k. Check out their 2 cost videos.
We answered your question about cost here! th-cam.com/video/6BluRg9nRho/w-d-xo.html
I love how this van has dedicated office space and now that I see the refrigerator under the bed it just makes sense to put it there.
Oh my gosh, I love your van, and you presented so well; informative without overkill on the details 💗
I love it! Probably one of my favorite van builds that I've watched!
BriAnne Holthaus thank you so much!!!
I have searched Campers all over TH-cam but this is the best I have seen so far.
I like this video, she looks like she knows what she’s talking about.
Your van is amazingly awesome I just realized people are critical no matter what so do what's best for you and safest for you and Keep On Truckin Great van up guys Jesus loves you
Would love to see more details on the shower. Heater, Tank size, etc. Love the layout especially the fridge location, and all the touch of modern, awesome job.
With respect, if you are involved in an accident, all those bare knives on a magnetic strip become missiles. Too damned dangerous for my comfort level.
They would be in the driver's and passenger's seats if they were in a collision, not in the living area.
@@Ijusthopeitsquick It's pretty hard to know where they will end up if, God forbid, the van is involved in an accident. If the van rolls or skids on an icy road and has some sort of lateral impact for instance, the forces are moving in other directions. In my conversion the two 300AH lith ion batteries weigh 86 pounds each. My Dometic fridge weights 70 pounds empty, perhaps 100 pounds full. Building frames and cages that keep them from going anywhere in an accident was high priority. I ended up building aluminum frames and bolting each to the chassis of the Sprinter. For me the basic rule is to ask yourself whether anything not stored securely away while in motion could hurt you in an accident. If so, secure it.
@@Ijusthopeitsquick and if you have a front crash the knives goes to....
@ In a front end collision violent enough to detach knives from flat magnets and hurl them through or around 80 lb seats and head restraints - you've got more serious problems than those knives.
ya the knives are the ultimate Final Destination set up hahaha
How the hell your order of amazon
“Bring it to the white van outside the Starbucks
Hahahahajaja
Amazon package stations.
Haven't you ever seen the video where dude buys homless people shoes socks backpacks n all kinds of stuff they need and a couple hours later amazon workers come up to guy sitting on corner n delivered it
I had to repair the front axle of my Mercedes Unimog once, on the side of the road in Poland. I orded the parts from a Mercedes dealer near Warswa ( by cellphone ) and a courier delivered everything to the front of the fish factory where I was ended . I used the forest tables from a parking a bit further to clean and put togheter parts, and I could go on again. I never drink coffee so, did'nt needed a Starbucks. But I think the parking of a Starbucks is better then the side of the road to repair a 7,5 ton truck. ( the problem with the front axle and the why is for Unimog owners not a question; or they had already the same problem, or somebody they know had it and could warn them : keep an eye on the oil level, for sure on the drivers side, even when it's only to controle by unscrewing a bolt... unless you have the custom made oil level and return set mounted . And even better, custom made free-wheels when 4x4 is not needed, at high speed long time on normal roads )
just buy whatever you need in a store
Cooool, 27" Mac's! I'm glad I stumbled across this video! One of the things I have been dreading about Van/RV life is not having my 27" Mac. I can make due with my 15" Macbook Pro but size really does matter with editing...okay, at least in my opinion. Dual 27" Mac is even more tempting! I like the the Simply safe alarm system as well. Simply Safe is very easy to setup and worth the added insurance. Awesome setup guys!
So many decisions lol Now I'm thinking about a moveable TV mount with my Mac. I may have to downsize to a 21-24" but its still better than a 15"/16" macbook.
This looks better than some apartments/houses lol
Wow this is awsome i wish i had this i live in my car homeless right now with holes in my shoes freezing everynight but these videos help me get through it
This is probably the most functional and minimalist living van situation I've seen so far.
Why carbon monoxide (CO) alarms don't need to be installed near the floor. Carbon monoxide (CO) is slightly lighter than air, so carbon monoxide alarms are effective when placed on the ceiling or high up on a wall.
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Best van on TH-cam, crazy awesome, I've hunted for the best design and yours beat most...
Sure, when I build mine it will be different from yours, BUT yours is so cool and complete that even taking it as a base and downgrading it to my own requirements it will still be crazy good.
Well done guys and THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING, MUCH APPRECIATED
Absolutely lovely home! One of my favorite builds. Terrific job guys!
Thank you so much!
I like how the dog kicks back. He just chills out by the window to see whats going on outside. If he needs a snack, he heads over to the door to get some chow.
He's the real start of the show
This is the most ideal setup. I love everything.
Yup, clever. The pup loves it.
You two have an absolutely lovely home. I would choose to live in this, even if I had all the money in the world 👌🏻
Best office space I've seen in a van! Need the same. Can you tell me what was your budget for the van, then the build? Thank you so much! Amazing work!
Those new Sprinter vans are huge! I have an old MK1 Ford Transit, it's much shorter and lower, but I'm getting ideas. I just want it for a weekend away, instead of a tent.
There are endless design options for every van model! Having a van for weekend camping trips will definitely make it easier to get out there more often. Have fun!!
I think this is the quality and the standard a lot of people are looking for... the comfort of a usual home it doesn’t look any different. However I have no idea what the constraints are in experience and the practical side of things.
It's a smart and stunning build. Addicted to these types of videos cuz I just got a Ford Hi Top Transit Connect. What an inspiring build! Love it!
It’s stunning, how do you find having your own privacy, despite being a couple, do you not get under each other’s feet sometimes?
Great presentation. Curious to know: (1) ..is this the extended model Sprinter? (2) ..more about the insulation and the lack of a.c. - - specifically how hot can the temp be outside an yet it is no hotter than say...72 inside? I saw a similar van conversion and the people went to Mexico and sweated their butts off. Sleeping in a small, hot van is NO fun (3) .. where do you two sit to eat? (4) ..how much floor space do you calculate to have (5) ..what was your reasoning for not installing a skylight of some sort? (it looks kind of dark inside).
Thx
a van home is the perfect thing for my dream job that i would want someday it would also function as a work van too with computers or laptops
Two computers and a stove in that tight a space and no AC? Damn girl you must not sweat
I glisten.
Lets Be Us LOL!
How do you survive without Ac? Where do you drive around - is it a cool or warm climate?
Oh wow! Thanks for posting this video and thanks for being so thorough. You guys really put a lot of thought into everything. Really like the safety stuff and w-ifi ideas.
Glad it was helpful!
I love it🥰
First one I’ve seen w an office
Perfect for homeschool and office
Where do you park it
On top of a tower
It's a van ! You can park anywhere you want. That's why they have "blackout curtains" so people can't see that they are living there.
Wow! Sweetest van set-up ever! I think I may be more of a tiny house or travel trailer type of girl, but I would definitely not scoff at a set-up like what you guys have put together. 💜
Thank you!
Who couldn’t stop watching Kramer the whole time?
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Kramer is the goodest boy!
That outro is over the bridge in sugar loaf key I love that bike ride :)
"Some toiletries, a water filtration systeRm" loll🤓 Great interior!!
hello may i have this
Kamrin Song yes sir
By far one of my favoriote builds.
Thank you!!
I do have one question. How much did you invest into this conversion?
How it looks..... Alot
I'd say ~60k including the van
@@smirnoffvodka2618 Easily.
@@smirnoffvodka2618 Its a mercedes van, so new $50k two years used 4300$ lol
Brian Fisher 6 hundred thousand
Finally saw one that has a decent shower.
Wow, this is great. We are in the process of requisitioning a brand new government surveillance van. This gives me so many ideas.
I need the money they had for that but i would use a old military truck
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your home with us. You have inspired me. I dream of traveling in a van as a nomadic explorer. How much did this customization cost? And where do you store your clothes?
We store the clothes in the cabinet above. We created a more in depth van tour video as well.
th-cam.com/video/HKQzSdeMIHY/w-d-xo.html
Here’s a link to how much our van cost
th-cam.com/video/6BluRg9nRho/w-d-xo.html
That has to be the best conversion of this type of van I’ve seen!
How much did this all cost, the van and the installation? It’s so beautiful and practical. Love the IMAC’s
Hey! We actually made a video about that! VAN LIFE // How much did our DIY Sprinter Van Conversion cost? th-cam.com/video/6BluRg9nRho/w-d-xo.html
I love this van build. I always come back to it.
I'm considering buying a van to convert into a camper with a garage (I go mountain biking) this van of yours is awesome, I came on TH-cam for a bit of inspiration, but now I think I may end up spending way more than I initially thought 😂
Would you reccomend this for a first car for someone who is about to start college, or would a dorm/apartment be better?
Honestly, this would be better. Because they could easily park on campus. Better investment.
For college? You realize a build like this would cost $100k, right?
Definitely loving this one!!💎
two imac in the van, great conception !! love the shower!
We love having the iMacs, so much easier to do work on them :)
Best Van I have seen!!! Love it!
The overhead storage cabinets make the van feel much smaller than it really is.
that van looks HEAVY
Love the van design, one quick safety note though, with your knives have the blade facing downward. If you ever slip or trip you naturally reach out and downwards to steady yourself. With the knives pointing up you take a huge risk of seriously hurting yourself. Which when you are in a limited space with a dog is probably quite possible.
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Первый раз вижу такую планировку фургона, шикарно👍🤘
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Nice van, nice video. Why the horrible music in the background though? It's stressful and disturbing.
But, Im old.
There's music in the background? I must be older than you. I couldn't hear it for looking.
I think it's just the air conditioner. The only music I heard was during the transitions in between the scenes.
-- BR
Great video but yes music mix is too high. Music should “flavor” the video, not dominate. But i’m old too!😂
Martin Westerstrand there’s music?
In all tiny home videos its like “lets go show you the kitchen” *turns around* we are here
A super cool, ultra-intelligent woman who happens to be beautiful as well. Cool!
Yeah but imagine her taking a massive dump with only a shower curtain for privacy
I love your design !!! Great van I will make one like yours :)
Where the hell do you get stuff from amazon
best build ive ever seen
Kramer is adorable!
He know's it too. He's got everyone wrapped. hahaha
OMG that doggo! 🤗
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I really like your build it seems a great meeting of the practical needs and compromises for size. . I would love to see how the electrical and propane actually work and how long all that lasts. Looks great!
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Awesome van conversion. Elegant!
Thanks Krishna!
Lovely conversion but I don't think I could live in such a small space. Beautiful van though. I would love it for weekend getaways!
OMG this is exactly what i was looking for, i am a system's developer and i work remotely and i am trying to design a van build for me, but i do need to have my ultra wide curved monitor with me because .... just because hahahaha also because i have a mini gaming rig pc that i want to place inside the van with a TON of security, like you guys did. I just think i would want to hide it for when i am opening the side door? it really screams like ROB ME the way you guys did it, i don't know, perhaps a curtain? i don't know. But beautiful, nice work.
A well thought-out van, rare to find... You planned it smart, congrats... 👍🏻
Waqas Hasan thank you!
and i'm over here being so proud of myself for putting my ikea bookshelf together
😂 ikea bookshelves are the equivalent of building this.
Best van ever! Great set up, really roomy.😄
The true definition of bundling home and auto insurance
Lmao..Progressive better jump on this. 🤣🤣
Lmao..Progressive better jump on this before the Gecko does..🤣🤣
LeZI0N 😂😂😂
Stolen comments are fun huh?
LeZI0N lmao
Richest van I’ve seen some would call it a mansion of all vans
you might call it a...vansion. :D
Charles Norvell good one bob!
Hahahahhaha
Who needs to spend $1000 a month on apartments when you would save money to pay someone to customize your van :)
True
Me: I’m gunna do this
Also me: has no $ and no idea how to build anything
Gee! For a second I thought I sent this to myself!
Mood
DJ Wafflez me too
Likewise. So I started by drawing it on paper. Typing a list of specs on my Google Docs. Telling friends and praying. Watching more of these vids and taking notes on that Google Docs file with my ideal specs on it. They are my ideal specs as if I had unlimited funds instead of no funds at all. When you do it that way you can always go cheaper when you're actually doing it, like when your supermarket run is more expensive than the money you brought and you have to decide which items to put back. The ideal specs list is the ideal starting point and if you have to cut it down to a lower budget (likely) you can cross off whatever you were able to do and the rest of it becomes your wish list. You can make upgrades when you come into more money. That's what I'm planning to do. have no idea how, but I'm going to do this. Say that to yourselves in a confident tone even if you have to fake it at first and see what happens!
This's the first step man go to the next one!!! piece by piece it turns easy!
This van is better than my actual home
UNLESS... they break up! 😊
Ray D Ology oh my, that’s so mean to think about 😂
@@butterbean5943 I'm sorry... It was a worst case scenario brain flash! 😁
@@raydology9584 Grow up.
@@Noa...... your so original... Did you ever think my comment was tongue in cheek! Or is that you feel superior by judging everyone!??
Wow this one actually has a shower.
I doubt you'd use it
Indigo Uchiha we do all the time! 🚿
@@indigouchiha2333 You are an odd fish.
@@AH17293 weebs in general are odd
@@indigouchiha2333 fuck u sucker if you don't like let's be us... Then DON'T COMMENT ON THIS VIDEO FOOL
first van i've seen that i could deal with
@Patriot Jefferson where's the toilet dummy?
Bag Em Kush in the shower
@@leonm.goldsteinhighschoolf8254 you forgot "dummy"
Fr bro it's ok it looks pro
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Your Security system is the best I’ve ever seen in van life so far.
Wow! Maybe you guys should start a business converting vans.
Perfect for all the kidnappers. No thanks.
@@indigouchiha2333 such a narrow-mind you have.
@@indigouchiha2333 ok
Ooh! I’d love to be a customer! 😊
No kidding they are missing their calling.
I like the security parameters you took to protect yourself never can be too careful on the road great job you have a lovely home
How does a motion detector stop someone from robbing you?
Too many electronics is bad
Ian9toes 🤣😂 exactly what I was thinking, how about just get a gun, book problem solved. What the hell is an alarm gonna do? No crap, maybe if if were a house it would scare someone off but not when it comes to cars . People know an alarm will go off more than half the time if you’re going to break into a car. Guns mean less crime. Chicago strictest guns laws high crime rate, texas has good guns laws less crime. Turns out people generally don’t rob areas where the know people have guns who would thought 🤷♂️... libtards will swear up and down it’s the opposite yet every statistic proves my statement.
Mike Rose go to jerryrigeverhthings Video about simpli Safe it’s crap
Cool
who else got this recommended after watching a lovely girl with a snake pet ‘s video?
Larry stylinson me!!!
Alfredo 💕
Me lol
Me bruh 😂
Larry stylinson Meee! She has more personality!
I feel like everyone who has been binging van life stuff is seriously considering living in a van including me, vans are literally so adorable and look so functional and easy + cheap.
Dont look at it with only rose tinted glasses. There are serious drawbacks that probabkly arent talked about enough. Depending on your climate, do not skimp on insulation (really dont skimp on it no matter what) and make sure it is done right. Also be prepared to slum it really hard and not look so glamorous as so many of these vanlife youtubers. I camp and bush it a lot so compared to my time in a tent on the hard ground with nothing to eat but trail mix and jerky, van life would probably be easier on someone like me than on someone who hasnt experienced that sort of thing (not saying you havent, maybe youre way more into the bush than I am, just didnt want people to go into this thinking itll be just like an apartment but mobile with amazing views all the time). Also if your van shits the bed/breaks down you gotta have somewhere to stay. Need a dependable income source still! unless youre rich
I'm looking into doing a schoolie instead of a van (old school bus converted into a home) but watching van life videos give me a lot more space saving tips, and watching schoolie/buslife videos gives me a more realistic sense of what I can actually fit into a bus.
Yeah, I dunno. You start looking at the prices and "cheap" doesn't come to mind.
Even used, for a nice one you're looking at $20k . Then another $10k customizing.
Yes, much cheaper than my home. But, not cheap. And if I hear one more TH-camr say "...and I got this van for just five thousand dollars ." I'm gonna LOSE IT!🤬😁😆
@@blindspotspotter.2352 i think if you build yourself, it can be done with $10,000, unfortunately though i have no idea how to build anything so i'm gonna have to spend anywhere from $50,000-$100,000
@@chantrvll I think I could do it but by the time I was finished I'd probably have lost interest in using it. Plus, I'd constantly be looking at imperfections and things I could have done better, ya know? But hey, if one of those $5k deals of a lifetime falls in my lap, I'd give it a shot!
*watches tour of a van of this girl with her snake*
TH-cam recommendations :
*edit* : woah thanks for the likes ! 🤩
Its_juss_aly ! SAME
Lol same
Same lol
SAME! I ain’t mad tho.😂😂
Too
Finally, a setup with two computers instead of a stupid TV and bluray
I love how secure your van is! ive always been scared about how dangerous van life can be, but this is really amazing
Lexi Cook 14:55 I see what you mean
its not that bad unless u park in the middle of the damn ghetto....i travel alot as well and most of the time i sleep at wamart parking lot rest areas or in or around national parks and forests...
Most of the time van life is totally safe! The security features are more for monitoring JUST in case some one breaks in while we're away. It's also primarily there so we can keep an eye on the dog via the camera and thermometer. We actually just made a video about safety in a van that should be up in the next couple of weeks. :)
@(ChildrenOfBlueMoon) Everyone feels comfortable with different deterrents such as guns, bear spray, etc., so we just didn't touch on that.
@(ChildrenOfBlueMoon) "nothing especially secure" the first thing they show is simply safe and their glass break sensor, two things many people dont even have in their houses, but yeah no guns will make this better...
Janelle and Alfredo brought me here lol. Now i think im in love with this lifestyle 😬🤭
People only show the good side of this "lifestyle". this isn't realistic for someone who just can't afford rent
Mahogony's Lifestyle! Clearly. I know what I said and I know the meaning behind why I said it. Never did I say that this lifestyle was ideal living there for the rest of your life. Its just a good idea for people who want to travel without the hassle for paying for unnecessary things.
I KNOW RIGHT!!!!! SHCWJWBKSVSJSNS
Mahogony's Lifestyle! That’s just the main point of this lifestyle (or at least a certain period of your life) not having to pay any rent !
yes me too i want to live like this when im 18 im moving into. a van
Don't let me drive that van : I'd take a left turn too fast and a couple of knives would fly straight into the imacs :D
😂 I’m sure you’d just fine driving it! This thing is a tank!
McRon FPV 😂😂😂😂
you actually have to make a hard RIGHT turn to get the knives into the iMacs :))
Lol, watch the curves, we don’t want the tiles to crack... 🐶
This is some Final Destination stuff right there. Looks nice tho :)