I Tried MINI Van Life For 24 Hours - Sort Of

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  • Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
  • Ive abandoning my CAR CAMPING setup to try VAN LIFE - well sort of
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Комментарии • 194

  • @wanderingwhere
    @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +14

    Another van and another mis adventure and honestly a quality night out testing it, BIG shout and thanks to Jason for making it happen and have to say having had time to mull it over, i can definitely see how one of these van with a few added windows could be a GREAT move in actual Van Life, seen a few builds on these over the years and some of them have looked great, it might not be happen anytime soon probably not this year but heres to having fun testing things out beforehand, hope you enjoyed it guys and have a top evening ... Stay Stealthy and onto the next :)
    ... oh and if anyone fancies their own sneaky 'onlys feet' sticker or a stay stealthy car tranfers, have a squiz here : www.wanderingwhere.net/shop BIG LOVE

    • @dianekenyon586
      @dianekenyon586 3 месяца назад

      Another great video Adam stunning views and you definitely need to get a van great to see the mini mees again x

    • @jasongoodrich1
      @jasongoodrich1 3 месяца назад

      What about getting this van in an extended roof version?

    • @lewisbarker3325
      @lewisbarker3325 3 месяца назад

      Try a VW Crafter next or a Peugeot boxer there much more squared up inside then the sprinters 👌🏻

  • @TheAnglan
    @TheAnglan 3 месяца назад +11

    Sprinters, transits etc are narrow for a sideways bed.
    You want to look for a Fiat Ducato/Peugeot Boxer/Citreon Relay those are wide enough for a sideways bed. You can get L1H1 or L2H1 if you want the low roof or L2H2 or L3H2 if you want to be able to stand up

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      Brilliant m8 thankyou .... could be a while as yet so plenty of time to look around

  • @Feistywench59
    @Feistywench59 3 месяца назад

    It was great to finally see your ,better half.You have to bring her out with you more often.

  • @elaineseaman8773
    @elaineseaman8773 3 месяца назад +4

    Brilliant you must get a van then you can take sidekick Bob with you over night in comfort. I bet you miss her cooking! Lovely to see her take care 😊of

  • @YosemiteSam23
    @YosemiteSam23 3 месяца назад +2

    Mate your videos are dynamite and you’re the loveliest bloke…hope it grows for you and it should..I’m spreading the word 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😘

  • @russellnewton6660
    @russellnewton6660 3 месяца назад +8

    A pop top is the answer in a van that size Adam 👍

  • @jaynekittycat9252
    @jaynekittycat9252 3 месяца назад +3

    If the bed was the other way Adam, across the van, you would have more space to cook etc. You can buy noise reducing panels, which also makes the van warmer. [ wills whereabouts, a RUclipsr, has brought a old Amazon ford transit to take to Germany to watch the euros, i would recommend you watch his channel and get some tips. He brought the van for £2000 squid. 😂❤

  • @martprice7726
    @martprice7726 3 месяца назад +9

    That’s about the right size for you. You can still get under height restrictions Renault traffic and vauxhall Varo are not to expensive secondhand. 👌

  • @dombud74
    @dombud74 3 месяца назад +8

    Mate you really need to look at Mazda bongo’s. Perfect for one to four people,cooker,sink,pop top. We’ve got one it’s so great to get away in. 4 wheel drive,diesel auto 2.5l. It would be perfect for you brother.

    • @Eljay_19
      @Eljay_19 3 месяца назад +4

      I'll second that !!! Love my bongo Bob!!! Would suit you , all wheel drive, pop top and a pleasure to drive !

    • @dombud74
      @dombud74 3 месяца назад +3

      @@Eljay_19 and an everyday car sized van you can park easy at aldi 💪

    • @014london70
      @014london70 3 месяца назад +3

      Thirded 👍🏼

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +2

      deffo food for thought

    • @asharichards9965
      @asharichards9965 3 месяца назад +1

      I agree Mazda bongos are brilliant, I have a hiace which is the same engine very reliable can't go wrong

  • @mrsm4405
    @mrsm4405 3 месяца назад +3

    The guy parked behind you may of had a tool kit! 😂

  • @RebelVsRebel
    @RebelVsRebel 3 месяца назад +1

    Best wandering camping on RUclips ! Thanks again brother

  • @judywarner539
    @judywarner539 3 месяца назад +11

    Bring back Sidekick Bob! Loved seeing her out & about adventuring with you. Also, really hope you’re going to get your own van soon 😊

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +8

      maybe i should take her on a wild camp 😉im sure she'd love it

    • @jeanettedickson2789
      @jeanettedickson2789 3 месяца назад +1

      Hi another great video I hope you get a van soon it was so lovely seeing your beautiful wife with you

  • @sharonbarlow2262
    @sharonbarlow2262 3 месяца назад

    The rocks are actually called Ramshaw Rocks and are the rock formation that give the wink to the winking man with the pub stopover the winking man pub. Heavy rock night on a Friday night too

  • @STEALTH_CAR_CAMPER
    @STEALTH_CAR_CAMPER 3 месяца назад +4

    that van would have seemed a lot bigger if that bulkhead was removed though 👍

  • @peepresc8002
    @peepresc8002 3 месяца назад

    Great video, a tip about cooking meat is if the plastic cover on the wrapping is swollen Don't Eat It. I was told this by a butcher.

  • @maxineredfern3380
    @maxineredfern3380 3 месяца назад +2

    Iv got a Citroen dispatch it’s ideal for one person, it’s not to big so easy to park and on narrow roads, get yrself a van you will love having the space 👍. Maxx

  • @paulg8524
    @paulg8524 3 месяца назад +8

    a shower in a van is pointless, unless you are living in it full time. so many alternatives like camping site, gyms etc and also you do not want all that moisture and potential leaks in van. had one in a motorhome and used it twice in 10 years lol

    • @Shifytee123
      @Shifytee123 3 месяца назад +1

      💯

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +5

      ive always thought i could use it as a drying room, had many probs not being able to dry clothes on trips

    • @stevem7250
      @stevem7250 3 месяца назад

      The sea ⛵🌊🌊🌊

  • @grahambeadle9067
    @grahambeadle9067 3 месяца назад +1

    Have a look at a Fiat Ducato, Citroen relay or peugeot boxer mate, you will get the bed across the width of those.

  • @garyhillman4993
    @garyhillman4993 3 месяца назад +1

    Get a Bongo mate. With pop up top I’ve had one 5 years no probs

  • @carolinefrench7820
    @carolinefrench7820 3 месяца назад +3

    That sky looked amazing!

  • @Vantastic-times
    @Vantastic-times 3 месяца назад +5

    Get yourself to vanlife festival at Stratford upon Avon racecourse this weekend

  • @craigswaddle2509
    @craigswaddle2509 3 месяца назад +2

    Class as always! You should share some of your driving playlists 👍👍

  • @Campingwilder
    @Campingwilder 3 месяца назад

    This Vid is explosive for someone wanting to get into van life...Nevertheless, brilliant little clip here. (I've just got a thing how English evolves) the English language in the UK...(Not you personally). So. I Love the way that you are doing things. I love the way that you stuck a bed in there and a transportable fridge/cooler. A box with stuff and parked up somewhere in a fantastic spot. This really is greatness with all the rain and the comparison of being in acar and enjoying a brew. Classic stuff! The fatalities! This is Exactly the vid for someone that has to get into a van and try how it is without deckin' it out and making loads of expensive mistakes. Quick tip. When you serve your meal, throw in a quarter cup of water, swill it around, pour it into your meal, pot clean. Put your bed on the other side. (A Berlingo has the door on the right) Less a chance of noise and being hit by a passing vehicle's noise and thump...Another point. You could actually hang up emmmm (What are they) not boxes but bags or something to stash your stuff/clothes in. So many people fall for the trap of installing drawers and stuff. That's really heavy wood! You are bringing your home life into a van. You are not (Letting go) of your (Not my words|) comfort zones...

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад

      Thankyou so much and thankyou for the tips 🙏

  • @graemesaunderson4218
    @graemesaunderson4218 3 месяца назад +5

    If there is a poundland shop near you you can purchase cheap little lights which work really well if you buy more than one .They are white lights which are battery powered and are remarkably bright.

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      u know what theres is about the only shop i didnt go in lol ill have to have a look

    • @graemesaunderson4218
      @graemesaunderson4218 3 месяца назад

      @@wanderingwhere You will not regret it. Best of luck.

  • @JazzFunkNobby1964
    @JazzFunkNobby1964 3 месяца назад

    So funny watching you try to get that screw out.

  • @Dave64track
    @Dave64track 3 месяца назад +1

    Great video you will get a van sooner or later. That was one epic location with that view the main thing is getting out and about and enjoying the outdoor life with what ever you have. Have a great weekend and stay stealthy.

  • @annrice2405
    @annrice2405 3 месяца назад +1

    Yayyy, I've got a pop top lwb renault trafic !
    Awesome to drive and get under height barriers, plus big enough inside too 😊

  • @stanleymoore8084
    @stanleymoore8084 3 месяца назад +6

    Citroen berlingo with a pop top

  • @viv-i-vangoesforth
    @viv-i-vangoesforth 3 месяца назад

    I have the Vauxhall version of the van with complete conversion. They are great vans to drive, can get under height barriers and are economical, Adam. I love Viv-i-van and the conversion I did in her.You can see the conversion on my channel. If you get one after 2017 reg they are ulez exempt! you'd love one! respect- Kenny

  • @SuperLewis05
    @SuperLewis05 3 месяца назад +1

    My advice to you on a van that size. I did one transit swb. If you are doing any converting or diy in it to make it into a campervan get one you can stand up in or every single job takes twice as long. Trust me i completely converted mine into a proper campervan

  • @darrenj3267
    @darrenj3267 3 месяца назад +1

    Lovely park up.
    You should try and take out a Ducato, Relay or Boxer, all three are essentially the same shell. The massive win with these are you can fit a full length bed across the van side to side, so it feels much bigger. Also they are factory galvanised so just is much less of an issue than some vans

  • @welshman64
    @welshman64 3 месяца назад

    Enjoy van life🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🚙⛺️👍🏻

  • @DaznEm525
    @DaznEm525 3 месяца назад

    Great vid ❤ defo need a van 😊. A big van is all good for the inside space but u got to think of all the places u go, would a big van be OK to drive down little lanes and park up. Anyways van life is the way to go 👍❤😊

  • @DaveCarlisle
    @DaveCarlisle 3 месяца назад

    Hi Adam you need a Peugeot boxer or citreon relay loads of room in them

  • @Lexi20255
    @Lexi20255 3 месяца назад +1

    Lovely video ❤👍

  • @wiyoadventures
    @wiyoadventures 3 месяца назад +1

    Get a Sprinter SWB high roof, that would be perfect. Youll have the head room but will fit in most areas if youre worried about length like idla car parking spaces 🤙

  • @excemptfrombs2124
    @excemptfrombs2124 3 месяца назад +1

    My local spot ,you were very close in a previous video,the other side off the hill,titesworth resivour in the distance 👍

  • @stephenhowlett6345
    @stephenhowlett6345 3 месяца назад +1

    Haven't laughed so much in weeks with those lights, frikin hilarious. Reminded me of that song, blinded by the light by manfred mann.

  • @paulkirkman734
    @paulkirkman734 3 месяца назад +1

    Your light fails had me in stitches!

  • @beacee
    @beacee 3 месяца назад +1

    Glad to see the kids helping you out! You must feel like you have a ton of room in that! I’d need a back window though.

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      thanks, need to get them on a trip

  • @bennycrypto3428
    @bennycrypto3428 3 месяца назад +1

    Same van but high top and long wheel base would be perfect for you I think, wouldn’t be a nightmare to park either

  • @neilgirling1798
    @neilgirling1798 3 месяца назад

    Have a serious think about van size, proper organisation inside the van could make the difference ,

  • @petersutherland2075
    @petersutherland2075 3 месяца назад +1

    for me I think a van that size properly fitted out would be better than a long cumbersome sprinter. RONCAMPING channel has the perfect sized transit

  • @RebelVsRebel
    @RebelVsRebel 3 месяца назад

    👍 Thumbs up Before Watching 👀 😅 You Already know... Get your sneaky Adventure on mate's !!!

  • @matthewsteedman3871
    @matthewsteedman3871 3 месяца назад +5

    Get a van! Cheers for video 👌👍

  • @danhadfield6275
    @danhadfield6275 3 месяца назад +1

    Shortest high top for the best of parking but long wheel base for comfort and space

  • @Chester1975
    @Chester1975 3 месяца назад +1

    Literally 5 mins from my house 😁there are some cracking spots round there, even better than that one👍😎

  • @bunstertravels4738
    @bunstertravels4738 3 месяца назад +1

    Great size van they get into most height barriered car parks 👍

  • @richardsracingmad
    @richardsracingmad 3 месяца назад +1

    Maybe try and get a L2 Ducato/Relay/Boxer…maybe the right size and you can stand in it, and sleep widthways in all sizes of these vans

  • @Chobz96
    @Chobz96 3 месяца назад +1

    I recon you need a fiat ducato or ford transit. Possible aim for euro 6 engines for the ulez.

  • @briankirkup
    @briankirkup 3 месяца назад

    Good one Adam nice van but needs to be a little bit bigger. But everyone to them selves. Take Care Cheers. B. K

  • @michaelmccafferty4861
    @michaelmccafferty4861 3 месяца назад

    Get yourself a transit custom 2.2 tdci high roof,I just converted a 66 plate into a camper and I am 5'10 in height and can still stand up straight inside.
    But don't buy one with the wet belt get one with a timing chain.

  • @Vantastic-times
    @Vantastic-times 3 месяца назад +6

    You'll soon be a real camper vanner😂

  • @train8459
    @train8459 3 месяца назад

    Take a look at the Vauxhall Movano (its a Renault Master) LWB van they are perfect for campers I have had a Movano for 5 yrs now love it I recently bought a Renault Master XLWB to convert over winter great vans Nissan also use the Renault as their van just badged different but all Renault

  • @JasonBrown-f9b
    @JasonBrown-f9b 3 месяца назад

    Was great to see you spending the night at a spot that's a 5 min drive from my house. I have a challenge? Maybe Halloween. But there are myths and legends around that area that NO-ONE local will spend the night. 😵. Cannibals, execution spot, murders in the 80's, witches and even mermaids, etc. I have a cheeky little book I can gift you by a local historian?
    Love your youtube channel mate.

  • @welshwanderer8052
    @welshwanderer8052 3 месяца назад +2

    you are a proper legend man!!

  • @RobnDob
    @RobnDob 3 месяца назад +1

    I converted my doblo van. Looks small but is Crazy big inside.

  • @alanslade2319
    @alanslade2319 3 месяца назад +1

    Great show again ADAM you'll have to decide what van you want, but at least you get to try a few out, love the video and please take care of yourself and yours, Alan 💯🍻👍

  • @carolinefrench7820
    @carolinefrench7820 3 месяца назад +2

    What no bob! Side kick we love you!

  • @nigelclarkson998
    @nigelclarkson998 3 месяца назад

    Ever thought of a pop top version, look at dubventures set up in a vow t6 pop top, loads room and a bedroom up in pop top too

  • @karenchapman2561
    @karenchapman2561 2 месяца назад

    Great vid Adam uno uno stay stealthy 😁☔😁☔😁

  • @katj84
    @katj84 3 месяца назад

    Love your videos x proper good chuckle 😂

  • @chrisbentley4116
    @chrisbentley4116 3 месяца назад +1

    Can do alot with that van..looks good...

  • @FATMOUTH-zm5zo
    @FATMOUTH-zm5zo 3 месяца назад

    LoL those lights

  • @davidlewis2331
    @davidlewis2331 3 месяца назад

    💯 m8 pick your choice of van you prefer everyone a flavor

  • @MrTAGMAN07
    @MrTAGMAN07 3 месяца назад +1

    Buy a Leatherman Wave multitool perfect for camping.

  • @seantreacy6000
    @seantreacy6000 3 месяца назад

    Definitely time for a van bud and kit it out yourself

  • @bennycrypto3428
    @bennycrypto3428 3 месяца назад +2

    Great video 👍🙏

  • @jonny2r
    @jonny2r 3 месяца назад

    Love your enthusiasm mate. Great stuff.

  • @leehudson296
    @leehudson296 3 месяца назад

    You can pick them up at a really good price you good with ford transit

  • @haydenbarr8265
    @haydenbarr8265 3 месяца назад +1

    Adam try a volkswagen crafter! They're wide and long

  • @thecountryman7028
    @thecountryman7028 3 месяца назад

    Always do the veg first.Then as its nearly cooked add the meat sauce last.

  • @NeilHorner
    @NeilHorner 3 месяца назад

    Great video again , fantastic spot and loving the disco lights 😂😂

  • @ThePaul464
    @ThePaul464 3 месяца назад

    Cool episode Adam 👌🏻.
    Idyllic place to camp for the night mate love it. The van does suit you.
    I love mine and an absolute pleasure to drive without all the hight and length to worry about or restrictions to enter the low barriers in car parks. etc.
    A lovely little bumble up into the rocks and the other views through the other side above and beyond with the drone too.
    A nice little cook up mate 👌🏻.
    Till the next one mate look after yourself and the family
    🤜🏻🤛🏻

  • @ConkerKing
    @ConkerKing 3 месяца назад

    The van has more scope for clever storage devices because of the shape.. fold away work surfaces, beds, washing facilitys etc.... Depends how much you want to spend.

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад

      yeh can deffo see how it could be made comfy and compact

  • @SteveHan-ii1us
    @SteveHan-ii1us 3 месяца назад +1

    get yourself a used U Haul box truck for camping. you can pimp it up!

  • @markwhite190
    @markwhite190 3 месяца назад

    Ive just got a vauxhall movano lwb high top 2 month ago love it built kitchen in with running water and bed tv for the wife lol..

  • @redneckrich7215
    @redneckrich7215 3 месяца назад

    Nice one bud, great video!👍. Loved the Renault, would be great for the U.K, but for Europe?, definitely bigger is better! Brilliant view with a brew from the van👍. Keep living the dream bud, U Know U Know.👍🌲🚙🌲

  • @danhadfield6275
    @danhadfield6275 3 месяца назад

    My bruv got 3 seat recliner sette wer your sitting and sideways Murphy bed at back works great and it gotta be the most comfy camper out there my many many thousand pound motorhome is no were near so comfortable

  • @nathansandiford5930
    @nathansandiford5930 3 месяца назад

    Is that somewhere near Leicester dude? Those moors look delish! When u gonna try West Yorkshire. Lovely moors too. xxx ❤️❤️❤️ you could meet up with Grizzly Gaz and his dog Fendl.

  • @keithhenley3982
    @keithhenley3982 3 месяца назад +2

    do you wana borrow my high top nissan navstar with cooker shower sink bed etc

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад

      oh my goodness what a fantastic offer, i honestly might actually be up for that 😀 ..... not sure how to contact you away from here m8, my email wanderingwhere75@gmail.com if you want to get in touch

  • @dannybowden5296
    @dannybowden5296 3 месяца назад

    If you're ever stuck for light, the torch on your phone is half decent brightness.

  • @welshman64
    @welshman64 3 месяца назад

    Did you enjoy it buddy , ready to watch.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🚙⛺️👍🏻

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад

      yeh i could see how you could make it comfy and nice seen a few but just a giggle and night out for now

  • @markb1971
    @markb1971 3 месяца назад +1

    Swiss army knife and bogroll van life essentials 😂

  • @freeby44
    @freeby44 3 месяца назад

    Hi Adam, a mwb hi top sprinter is the way to go. You can stand up in one & there not to big for every day driving. The van you got in this video is the same body shape as a Vauxhall Vivaro but id stay clear of the Vivaro as they are prone to gearbox problems. Cheers Dave.

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      thanks, i deffo need to have a proper look at a number of vans before i make a decision, wont be this year though

  • @Justjad007
    @Justjad007 3 месяца назад +1

    Perfect...

  • @danbruka
    @danbruka 3 месяца назад +2

    12:21 always carry a pen knife my man 😊

  • @robertmulvihill8868
    @robertmulvihill8868 3 месяца назад

    Ramshaw rocks, just up road from me,should of gone over the road and had a look for the sherman tank

  • @kimallen8521
    @kimallen8521 3 месяца назад

    Currently on a misadventure of my own, car camping in the Brecons, absolutely amazing, loving life 😁. Great video as always, really interesting to see the difference in vans, the only thing that puts me off is that vans get broken into quite a lot as thieves thinks there's tools in them, any experience of this?

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      oh wow m8 enjoy not been down there in an age epic area

  • @72bbgirl
    @72bbgirl 3 месяца назад +1

    Would you put a link for the fridge an cooker you use.

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад +1

      i will try to if i can find them yes, hope to have some amazon links soon for all the bits i use

  • @Ricnorast
    @Ricnorast 3 месяца назад

    Back of the rocks is mint 👌

  • @_fin_
    @_fin_ 3 месяца назад

    Will's whereabouts has his bed sideways so i think you could fit yours

  • @BIGTAYLORNI
    @BIGTAYLORNI 3 месяца назад

    Can someone send Adam some lights??. Lol

  • @jackreid6461
    @jackreid6461 3 месяца назад +1

    Side kick bob trying to kill you so her and her kids can have your house/money 😂

    • @wanderingwhere
      @wanderingwhere  3 месяца назад

      o😉r more prob just some long time peace and quiet

  • @andytaylor1562
    @andytaylor1562 Месяц назад

    F me mate them lights,i cant stop laughing,,sry

  • @leecunningham1303
    @leecunningham1303 3 месяца назад +1

    Told ya ! Begging for a van ! Watch this space

  • @antpeet676
    @antpeet676 3 месяца назад

    Have a chat with wills whereabouts he’s doing one up for the football to drive to Germany with his brother??

  • @Paula-he7qe
    @Paula-he7qe 3 месяца назад

    That size van is fine dude,easy on the single tracks and cheaper on the ferries.

  • @stanleymoore8084
    @stanleymoore8084 3 месяца назад +2

    Chuckle chuckle bro

  • @Deliquescentinsight
    @Deliquescentinsight 3 месяца назад

    Call me stubborn but I prefer your cars, might be a little squashed but everything works for you! Bumble on & carry on