Micro Camper Van Tour: VW Caddy Maxi Conversion Revealed!
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- Опубликовано: 4 янв 2025
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The moment you've been waiting for is finally here - the van tour of my fully completed micro camper conversion of a VW Caddy Maxi! Join me as I showcase the cosy and functional living space that has been meticulously designed and crafted.
If you want to revisit the transformation journey, don't miss part one of the Caddy conversion: • VW Caddy Maxi Micro Ca...
Please note that the vehicle is not currently for sale, but stay tuned for upcoming details. For any inquiries or questions, feel free to reach out to me at livinginkevlar@gmail.com!
For more van conversion inspiration, check out my Riot Van Re-Conversion series: • Riot Van Conversion: T...
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I've no idea why anyone would want a mansion full of stuff - I'd take a van like this any day! Great job!
We feel exactly the same 🙌🏻 the simple life is better, it's refreshing.
THIS is the type of van I've always said I'd have. Proper minimalist. I can't be dealing with people turning their vans into luxury lounges.
You don’t need a lot in a small van like this just to get away, glad you like it 👍🏼
This is the best and simplest design Iv ever seen it thinking of this set up and using it as a work van also as this is so simple
Glad you like it, I have a few other videos on how I built it to give you more ideas 👍🏼
Wow, Looks simple and clean and not too much. All that's needed is a bed and something to cook on. You've proven that's all that is needed. Keep it up look forward to seeing some more blogs on how it's been going.
18k now!! Well done! Loved watching this series, you're very talented & creative! Looking forward to your adventures on your not so wee piece of Highland heaven!🥰
Thanks so much! 😊
This is the kind of van I am going to DIY... Small, minimalist, functional!
Great build. May be a good idea to have a removable piece that goes over the washing up bowl so you have a prep space next to the hob for chopping and plating up the food.
Thanks Marc! And yes for sure, would be very easy to add in, making the most of the space is everything in little builds!
Finally! A real camper van. I don't understand why people use so much space and so many things. This has all the essentials and more!
Great little camper van, I’ve just raptor painted my motorhome in the same colour if you want to check that out.
I clicked on this video thinking ‘nah, too small’, and expecting it to be cramped and tight but actually that looks spacious and comfortable. I’d try it out for sure. Nice work in such a small vehicle. Great colour choice too! 👍
Thanks for watching Mark, that's about as good of a comment as I could hope for! I'm glad I could do better than your expectations. Micro-campers can be great fun to travel in! 🙌🏻
Congratulations, this is also my dream,for me this is the real campervan, I can live in it comfortably.
Thank you, It was a great little campervan and I had a lot of fun building it.
Okay, this video is 1 year old.. but wowww I just love it! It's simple and minimalistic. With a slightly wider bed or with a pull-out function and it would be perfect for me and the lady 😍
You could definitely incorporate a pull out feature to fit two people 👍🏼 thanks for the nice comment and I’m glad you like it.
You did a fabulous job with the van
This is great. Love how simple it is. Nice job!
Best conversion I’ve seen for a while.simple effective and versatile 👍
Thanks Grant, that really means a lot!
Absolutely spot on mate when I’m older I’m gonna build one
Do it! You won’t regret it mate 👍🏼
I would call that a bunk not a bed... I would have made a pullout bed, but I'm glad it works for you. Love the pullout kitchen though and the camo colour. 🙂
I love it!
Cool setup! nicely done. Enjoy
Glad you like it!
Been wanting to make a campervan, but with storage for tools and stuff and also be able to put a motorbike in there, I like this simplicity this of this build
You might need a bigger van then this to fit all of that. I’m a carpenter and I have a big Mercedes sprinter to fit all my tools and live comfortably full time. Glad you like the build 👍🏼
Absolutely fantastic van build mate, love it from the matte olive green exterior to the uncluttered, functional and still aesthetically pleasing interior. Also the uncomplicated kitchen setup. Planning to buy a T4 or T5 later on this year and I'll keep it minimal inside too.
Really appreciate the comment Simon, it means a lot. It's exactly what I wanted to achieve with this build! Good luck with your T4/T5 conversion when it comes around, I used to have a T4 888, bloody loved that van. Beautiful vehicles!
@@livinginkevlar Thanks for your response. I was looking at Caddys too but for whatever reason they seem to be more expensive. Holding their value is a good thing obviously as it indicates they are reliable and durable, which is characteristic of VW in general. Is it because there were less of them produced, or because in the long run they are cheaper to run from the point of view of fuel consumption?
Some great ideas. Tha van is perfect for a guy to get away for a break. Perfect size too.
Thanks for watching David, that's exactly the intention! I'm glad it comes across, I'm really happy with how it turned out. 🙌🏻
Absolutely brilliant well done to you 👏
Thank you, really enjoyed this conversion.
The word that comes to me watching this build is "spartan". Simple, efficient, to the point. Well done.
Really appreciate that mate, couldn't really ask for a better compliment on the build. It's exactly the style I like. 👍🏻
I have a short wheelbase. I'm doing my bed the same as yours for simplicity and space. Looks good. Cheers
Good luck with your build! How's it going so far? I'm sure the bed will work well for you, great way to maximise the storage in a small space. 🙌🏻
It turned out well. I used a gate for the bedbase and my draws are the same size as yours. I Haven't done the cabinet yet next to the sliding door
You made a very efficient work on this car, great !!
Thank you!!
Best and most practical solurion I have seen. Thx
Wow. This van is awesome, I love it. Good on you man 👍
Thank you 😊
Lovely little simple set up . Sure you will have no trouble selling it
Thanks Mark! She's a great van, almost sad to be passing her on to someone.
Nice job. Love the simplicity of it. Well done.
Appreciate it, thanks for watching mate. 👍🏻
I’m torn with the caddy swb and maxi, I’m 5ft 6 and will be using it as a 1 or two nighter maybe once a month
That is the cleanest van conversion I've seen, just the basics, nothing more. Good job👍
Thank you, that means a lot! I've been living in my van for a few years now and have absolutely learned that a simple but highly functional set up will always serve you best on the road. 🙌🏻
@@livinginkevlar when I'll be in my 60's and my kids are grown and gone, I'll sell everything and travel with my wife everywhere in a campervan. That would be genuine joy.
My other half and I don't have kids, and are doing it now, it's lovely! I know many people who've done it in retirement too, honestly what better way to spend it than being out in the world and soaking it up. All the power to you. 🙌🏻
Best van build I have seen!
Thank you very much! It was a fun build to do.
So glad I came across this video...very enjoyable, dude.
I’m glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the nice comment 👍🏼
Enjoyed that. Thank you.
Glad to hear it! 👍🏼
Love how simple and sleek it is. Great job.
Thank you mate!
She looks so good! Such a good video too. I love the desk/storage!
Thanks Rach x
Great build. So simple, but so efficient.
Thanks for watching! I really do think that the "simple but effective" is key for micro-campers, makes for great adventure vehicles 🙌🏻
Sweet little van, it’s something I want to do in the near future.
Thanks Jon, appreciate the comment. I hope you enjoy the project when you get round to it!
Love this van build. Excellent job. 💚
Thank you Terry! Appreciate you watching.
Is your van still for sale?
Just about to list her again today - put her in the garage for a final service 🥳
nice set up, just needs a few fishing rods!
Im french, thank u because i Know i want the same van of u, simple and minimalist with my dog xl lol
You and the dog will have a great time exploring in a van like this 👍🏼
I like the your design, might be i will copy soon
That's really good, I'm sold on a "car sized" van even if it's not a Caddy, tho I am a VW addict.
Me too, I’ve had 4 so far 😄 vw caddy or transporter is a good option 👍🏼
I always feel cooking should be possible inside and outside; best when midges, flies, wind, rain and privacy issues are present.
Nice work cam it's looking great!
Thanks mate!! Really enjoying following along with your build/travels at the moment. ✌🏻
As near perfect a conversion as I’ve seen 👏🏼
Woah, what a comment. Thank you so much mate, appreciate you watching. 🙌🏻
My Caddy is setup similar but it's only a short wheel base. I don't need much.
I like it’s simplicity. This is mini camper van that I would love to have. My only limitation is I can’t drive manual transmission cars.
It was a excellent little van, keep your eye out and you will find a automatic one. 👍🏼
Thanks for the walk around and an interesting take on using a folding solar panel, something i may consider for my nissan nv200.
Like your vehicle its a simple build and i think very functional. Maybe you might consider some grommets where you have strung your
shock cord in lieu of cupboard doors ? Thanks Mike in County Durham
Thanks for watching Mike! Appreciate the comments on the build, and yeah the folding solar panel is a real winner for convenience in a little van like this one. Personally didn't want to jeopardise the space on the roof rack to get one on the roof!
Could definitely put grommets on the cabinet with the shock cord, but personally I really like the counter sunk finish with the ply exposed - personal taste here I guess. 😅
I need a micro camper like tis😍😍
Glad you like it 😄 sadly I sold it but you can always build your own 👍🏼
Amazing Upgrade 🤙🚐
Thank you 👍🏼
Super clean bro
Thanks mate!
That gets a solid NICE.
Thanks mate!
Looks fab! 🎉
Great conversion. Love it. Had a big camper just downsizing and simplifying. What are your bed/storage units / where from they look an amazing solution to everything I need for weekend ! Thanks dude great vid
Thanks for the nice comment, I built the bed/storage units myself. If you have a look on my channel you will find the full build series 👍🏼
Great work they look fantastic and solve the space puzzle really well. My transporter just died on me on the side of road turbo injectors failed new engine needed so going smaller for solo wildlife photo trips/ stealth street photo sessions. Looking at a 2015 caddy 1.6 120k on clock so space is paramount. Gonna be using roof box for additional gear just need to solve the cooking sleeping puzzle first. Thanks again man.
Hi mate, I love what you’ve done with the van, I especially love that bed, what are the dimensions of the bed if you don’t mind me asking 🙌 😁
Fabulous van build Cam. Looks wonderful. Yeah that powerbank and solar is perfect for the van. Shame these small vans are going out of fashion haha cuz the March Hare is getting a bigger one 🚛
Hi mate!! Thanks, she's a great van. Looking forward to seeing what you go for, what are you thinking at the moment?!
Great build my man
Thank you mate, really appreciate it. Redoing the riot van at the moment, so plenty more to come. 🙌🏻
Nice colour!
Thanks!!
Very nice video, mate. Cheers ✌
Thanks, glad you like it 👍🏼
nice clean build bro!
Thanks mate!
Have you considered removing the passenger seat? I’m just about to embark on my own conversion and i’m considering it!
Nice, i like your ideas
I love the work! What length and width of bed do you have left? I'm sure you said it in the video, but I don't understand the language. I have translated the question on Google. thank you!!

I sold it a while ago but I think it was 2.1m by 0.6m, I hope this helps ☺️
@@livinginkevlar gracias!
You're lovely! Well done it's brilliant! *x
Thank you so much!!
Nicely done, Sir. You deserve a celebratory V-Doobie 🕶🚬
😂😂🕶
Hey, do you absoletely need a kitchen? Just a bed and storage
Bel aménagement simple, efficace
Thank you 😁
Hi could I ask what colour is the finish , great comtent
It was olive green military paint from eBay 👍🏼
Nice little van and you now have one more subscriber
Hi Neil! Thanks mate, she's a great little van. Plenty more good stuff to come over the next few weeks - reconnecting the big riot van (again) next!
What kind of insurance did you get on this? Before and after conversion as I’m not sure if standard panel van insurance will cover it or will be be classed as a camper van?
Fair play! You've done a marvellous job! I'm currently converting mine! A year older than yours :) x x
Thank you and good luck with the conversion 😊
@@livinginkevlar Thank you :) Are you on IG too? x x
Hey!! Yes there on the same handle (@livinginkevlar) are you?
@@livinginkevlar Yes :) I'll look you up now and drop you a follow x x
Great build, question. How long can the bed potentially be? I am 215cm long when sleeping.
Thanks. I built it a while ago and sold the vehicle but I think it was about 2.1m long.
Wow... very nice man.
Thanks man 👍🏼
Hiii!! Awesome vaaan, i love the kitchen, do you know something about your tires?. Maybe the model, I would like put the same in my caddy van.
Thanks!!
Hi!! Thanks mate, have you converted your Caddy too? They're fun projects. The tyres are Michelin Cross Climates ✌🏻
Hey man great vid. Where are the seat covers from love the urban camo I’ve gone grey interior/ altro contrax floor just looking at bed designs inspired by yours!
I got them off eBay, here’s the link.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255166278220?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=FrZP6-OHQLm&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=htR2vhyIRmC&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Glad the hear the video has inspired you, best of luck man 👍🏼
Brilliant build mate, what width is the bed?
Thanks mate! The bed is 2100mm in length and 600mm width. 👍🏻
Hi new to ur channel I'm looking to do something similar currently have a 2002 Citroen Berlingo micro camper hope u never sold that van u could have turned it in2 a fishing 🎣 van that's my aim just finding D right 👍 petrol ulez vehicle
Welcome to the channel, I did sell the van as I had no use for it but wanted a new project and thought it would be a awesome camper for someone els to use. Hope you find the right van and good luck with the conversion 👍🏼
Did you do the paint yourself? Looks awesome
I did, I have a video on painting the van if you want to watch it 👍🏼
@@livinginkevlar I'll take a look thank you
Awesome man woooow!!!!!
Thank you!
Really good job, like the burnt wood look on the units. How did you paint it?
Hey! Thank you, really appreciate it. The burnt wood isn't painted, it's actually burnt, good ol' blow torch job. It's in one of the earlier videos! 😊 thanks for watching!
This looks exactly how I’d like to set mine up when I get one. Do you have the plans for the bed unit?
Hey mate! Thanks for watching, and glad you like what I did with it. Good luck with yours. 👏🏻 I have no plans for the bed unit I'm afraid, I just make it up as I go along!
Ideal
Thanks mate!
Did you insulate the van?, did you sell it
Finally, a NATO green van that doesn't stand out like a fridge on a hillside...
😂 cheers, glad you like it!
Fantastic 👌
Thanks mate!
Was that a custom build storage unit or have you for a link? Will get one for my caddy
I built it all myself, the build videos are on my channel if that helps 👍🏼
@@livinginkevlar halfway through the video as we speak! Thank you for the speedy response
Nice
how do you get the rear doors to open so far mate? mine only open to around 90 degrees
So on mine there are some catches at the bottom of the doors, if you open the doors to just shy of 90 degrees you can pull the arm out which let's you open the door fully. Maybe it's the same on yours?
hey, lovely van man. do you know if the jigsaw flooring is suitable to prevent condensation? or do you think lining and insulating the floor before laying ply or vinyl is a better call? cheers!
Thanks mate! Ultimately, the level of insulation you put in will help with the prevention of condensation - in my other van (the riot van) we layed insulation under the floor. I think a lot of it comes down to how often you're going to be using the van to what extent you need to go to - but for sure maximising your insulation all round will help you out with condensation issues! 🙌🏻
a hi from a new subscriber :)
Hi Esra! Thanks for subscribing. There's plenty more to come and I appreciate you being here 🙌🏻
Hello, thank you for this nice video. Can i ask you what is the dimension of you bed ?
I m looking for this too
Hey both! Sorry for the delayed answer here. The bed is 600mm wide by 2100mm length. 😊
@@livinginkevlar Thank you and no problem, already did the bed, exactly 600mm wide
Aha amazing! How's your build coming along?
@@livinginkevlar it's going great, i almost finished it. First time when i do something like this, i made the furniture (kitchen with sink and a stove) and the bed with storage. i just need to install the solar panel (200W) and connect it to the Powerstation (eco flow river 2 512W) and i'm waiting for the fridge and it's done.
your video really inspired me with the build
You have 754 now, I just sub'd great little vid and nice van.
Thanks for being here mate! Have a few videos coming out soon with my riot van being reconverted ahead of us travelling again, so I hope you enjoy those!
@@livinginkevlar Yep sure do, just watching your bmx folding bike
How long is the bed?
I think about 2.1m, I don’t have the van anymore so can’t check I’m afraid.
@@livinginkevlar well that's cool then they ask you how tall you are?
You can sleep very comfortably in the bed, I’m 5,10 and had no problems 👍🏼
I'm thinking of doing something similar with my caddy what thickness ply did you use?
I used 12mm ply on the cabinets but reused the existing ply on the walls which are 9mm I believe, good luck with your build 👍🏻
Great van and colour
So you don’t live in the van ?
Not in this one, I live in the riot van - another build series on here! 😊
and thanks, I love the colour too!
So you can only use the sink and the stove in good weather eh...?
There's a desk inside that could absolutely be used for either in bad weather, but in a small van build cooking inside isn't often safe or recommend anyway - a tarp could be put up over the back too. But people who are used to travelling will make it work mate. ✌🏻
I think it's a bit mistake having an outdoor kitchen. It means that when the weather is awful or you're in certain places (middle of city, right next to a busy road) you simply can't cook. I can understand the pressure of space but it's perfectly possible to get a cooker/sink unit in a van the size of a Caddy.
Hi! I totally understand your point, in my larger van obviously the kitchen is inside. With the smaller builds it always comes down to a toss up of intended use, definitely can't have everything in a space like that! This one prioritises desk/storage space as it's built to be more of a weekend/short trips van. In the case of un-ideal park ups the inside desk could totally be used to cook on instead with a little single burner. 👍🏻
Do you have a van yourself? Like hearing about other people's builds.
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Color exterior?
Hey! There's another video on the painting of the outside, pretty sure the paint is mentioned there. Hope that helps 👍🏻
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Thanks for commenting, apologies I don't speak Italian and Google Translate didn't help too much.