I can't understand why there are people reacting negatively to this video, the van is very well made!

WOW, 5yrs later I find your channel, amazing van and ideology.

That axe. LOL. In case the serial killer doesn't bring his own, you left one outside.

@mysticalmisfit1332

5 жыл бұрын

John B. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@asier8611

5 жыл бұрын

@Nick EPP jajjaajajaja

@Redbullwiemel

5 жыл бұрын

Having it on the outide is absolutely useless imo, it doesn't take up any space and he might've just shoved it under the seat or in the trunk.

@tenminutemiler

5 жыл бұрын

@@mysticalmisfit1332 hahahahahah a bit over kill.. I bet that doesn't get used too much

@terryjp3050

5 жыл бұрын

the axe is cable locked to van. pay attention

this was honestly one of the best van builds I've ever seen. so inspiring.

He should put more stuff on the outside, there isn't enough stuff out there.

@kennethconner90

4 жыл бұрын

true

@jameshargroder7090

4 жыл бұрын

You do realize that the inside of that small van is only so big for everything He needs dont You SMARTASS?? DON'T BE A TOTAL TOOL!!

@paulcook68

4 жыл бұрын

He's decorating it like a Christmas tree! Now who's the smart ass?

@kennethconner90

4 жыл бұрын

he should mount a lifesize jesus on the cross never know when. that'll be needed to clear some brush

@paulcook68

4 жыл бұрын

@tillallareoneluv LOL

Dude this is the sweetest Westy I have ever seen. Genius using carpet for headliner so you can use velcro, and LED lighting is great, great storage solutions. Love all the extras, and customization. Especially the world map and compass. “Not all who wander are lost”

A hundred years ago or so guys like this would go on adventures to fund themselves, now guys like this fund themselves to go on adventures. As an aging guy it's really cool that these vehicles are...

Best build I've ever seen on a Westy.

@throe68

5 жыл бұрын

He's ready for anything!

@lizardywizard

5 жыл бұрын

Threw money at it. Every thing Gowesty sell is how it looks, watching this did make me feel less bad about my high top Perhaps I'm jealous because I can't afford those bits, nor justify spending 700 quid on a rear bumper even before often crazy postage costs and outright lunatic custom fees applied to uk imports from US Still a bit of a lack of imagination to my mind Couldn't help but smile at the shop bought designer logs Did he mention syncro or not?

@carlosz7208

5 жыл бұрын

lizardywizard ‘82 2WD

@thylacinefinder6605

5 жыл бұрын

I don't really like the high tops, prefer just the hard top 1981 model with stock engine and a nice exhaust

This has to be one of the nicest and cleanest looking Westfalia Vanagon’s I’ve ever seen. I’m super impressed that Literally almost every single major component to this Vanagon has been replaced and or modified. I love how you swopped out the original Westfalia refrigerator and added a brand new electric fridge all the while keeping it in it’s original compartment. Most people take the old fridges out and use the the space for storage and then mount a new Mobil refrigerator like a Dometic. I much prefer what you did. All of the mods on this Westfalia are so tastefully done. The reupholstered interior looks fantastic and it definitely makes everything look so comfortable. The only thing I wish you spoke on is the pop top that you replaced with an extended hardtop roof. Do you still have the fold out ceiling bed that the pop tops are known for? You definitely put a lot of time and money into this Vanagon and it shows with all of the beautiful modifications. I would absolutely love to own a vehicle like this! Thank you so much for sharing! Cheers!

The money that was dropped on this unit...! Really smartly done and stylish to boot.

@Noold

6 жыл бұрын

Japhill75 I ways wonder what people that have these do for a living.

@Zhendoz

5 жыл бұрын

not sure for all, but myself, I work offshore. 2 weeks on 2 off. company pays the flights regardless where in Europe i am. this gives me a chance to travel steady for 10 days a month

@nicholaszammit8273

5 жыл бұрын

Morgajev Jevgenij oil rig I'm guessing if I may?

@joshuayoung6448

5 жыл бұрын

now way this dude only paid 4500 for it. rolling shells go for more than that.

@klubstompers

5 жыл бұрын

@@joshuayoung6448 just found one locally for $4000 and one for $3200, both run.

Oh wow, of all the Van life.....this has got to be the "geekiest" of all of them and almost everything was done with purpose and style of such a car lovers and they are done very nicely.

"I wanted to do it as cheaply as possible" $200,000 later ...

@losingshape

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

@pietpietersen6070

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@femto505

3 жыл бұрын

If you crash your "Vintage" van I am sure the insurance company will give you $1k for it. A lot liability.

...the last statement, best statement!

@user-os5sd7sz4v

4 жыл бұрын

Seems like he bought lots of shit for his van... 🤔

@sammy45654565

4 жыл бұрын

@@user-os5sd7sz4v this ^ capitalism allowed him to accumulate wealth and buy/spend money on one very expensive silly trinket. i don't fall for his hippie buddha impression. this van is a monument to ego

What a fantastic build!! He seriously thought through it all. My wife and I (@joeandmadee) lived in an '82 Westfalia after we got married, built out a Sprinter van, and now we're back to an '85 Westfalia! :) you just can't beat em! Love his build, very inspiring build.

OMG you drive passt a hotdog stand twice!!!! I could not do that.... LOL. Great video. Thanks. I wish I had the strenght to do what you do.... You should be so proud and happy

I've seen hundreds of vanlife tiny homes, but nothing compares and it's a Westfalia! You have quite the mind and eye for detail and design. Enjoy every moment.

More important than all of your van modifications, good as they are, is what this vehicle allows you to do. I hope all your adventures in it are memorable. My most valuable possession, apart from my van , are all the photos I've taken of the times and places I've been in it. I believe it's called honouring life.

You've truly built the Swiss Army knife of vans and this video is extremely beautiful to watch!

@losingshape

3 жыл бұрын

Swiss Army knife but not

This is the most awesome Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia I have ever seen. I had a blue1981 westfalia aircooled. I bought it in 1997 for 7 grand. It had tons of problems. I since rebuilt the engine and repainted it and sold it for 12grand in 2016

Favourite van build I’ve seen

Safe travels brother! Loved this build and your story.

This is a great interview and coverage of the van's exterior and interior. I really enjoyed seeing all the exceptional mods and upgrades you have done to the van. Very well thought out. Awesome job! Hope to see you around SD and check out those mods in person.

Great looking van. We just did our first long-term overland trip. Drove to Panama and back over the last 20 months. Maybe we will see you in South America in a couple years.

Jesus, that interior is so cool, like the brown!

@walkerskii

6 жыл бұрын

Jesus probably likes the color of his interior too, but God is sad you used his name in vain. I don't think you want to make God sad Lol!

@Swordie100

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your concern, but that does not really affect me. Have a nice day, though.

One of the nicest rebuilds I've seen! Enjoy

Great job Shane, its clear you've put a lot of love into that van. Love the peace flags!

Big up to you mate,living your life as you want to. The part about selling off your House to be able to live your dream really moved me. Not many of us in the modern world we are living in would want to get off their comfort zones and venture of into the unknown.

I'm so in love with the color..wow!

Why is it not a million views. This deserve a million view man

First class build in quality, design, and functionality.

This video, his words, are SO right on. Love it.

Loved your video and your conclusion that memorable experiences are more important than buying trinkets! Your Westy van is the business - so organised!

I will own a van done this well soon. Thank you universe!

Awesome Van build !! Thank you

I have optimized every square inch of this van and here we have a giant subwoofer! Love it, nice Van, I'm a "new " Westy owner

what a beautiful​ conversion

Right on man!! Excellent philosophy

Really cool rebuilt van! You feel welcomed at once!

This nice and clean VW build

Possibly one of the best conversions ive seen for these vans. Love it.

love what you said at the end there...lot of wisdom there.

12 inch sub? by far the best item!

This van is so beautiful.

Yes, this is my favorite van build I've seen so far.

The Westfalias were very well thought through campers anyway, but your van is an exceptional example! What a beauty! Well done! 👍🏼😉

Agree what you thought.. go be fun.. I wanna see more video stay safe😘😘

I love how you’re parked in NYC with all that stuff on the outside of the van. Good luck.

@losingshape

3 жыл бұрын

It's so stressful

My friend visions of my 67 vw split window camper. I am 55 I have owned a multitude of vehicles in my life. That's the one I wish I never sold. You my friend are living the dream.

Very nice thx for sharing

super car, very thoughtful and practical ... Greetings from Germany

@user-vq6ef3xg7d

4 жыл бұрын

i admire german technology from S korea.

Your Van is stunning, I love the small customisations you’ve done which make it very unique and fit for purpose. Thanks for sharing.

Beautiful build. Love the shape and color of yout clasic RV

His Van is amazing. I want it :D

Amazing amount of detail, together with great ideas - thank you!

my dude.... i own a '81 vanagon westafalia. took it on a road trip from Boise,Id down to Southern California with the mates. Ran like a champ the entire way... until i was on the home stretch and she broke down in front of the neighborhood hahahahahah. so thankful she didnt shit out somewhere in the middle of goddamn no where in nevada. cheers brotha

@rtarek32

5 жыл бұрын

feels like a victory though hahaha had the same experience ..

This is by far the coolest Westfalia I have ever seen!!! Almost too nice to be used 👌

That's it you have made my mind up to buy one of these rigs, cracking job the talk through and just a great all round vehicle 📣

@matthewgalea8824

2 жыл бұрын

You

That is one great rig! there is a lot of hours in it :D Great vid!! Thanks for sharing. Now ill have do some wrenching on my own VW :D

Love this system.

20:41 this really gave me a boost of courage and excitement to live my life the way i dreamed about it... thanks for this amazing video ... am in love with the mini van...

Awesome X 3!

The axe comes in handy while you're sleeping, when somebody wants to chop their way into the van to get to you!?! I had a 1971 Westfalia and that is the same exact thing that impressed me the German engineering - everything opened like a Swiss Army knife.

@shanegjordan

6 жыл бұрын

Funny, people love to point that out, but yet its never happened. Also its locked down as is everything else on the exterior. So while your busy trying to pry it off the side of the van, ive already popped out with my Machete, Pepper Spray, and other defense measures and cut you down.

@trioultimo

5 жыл бұрын

There goes the anti theft wire.

So inspirational! Love your work Shane. Keep up the adventure.

So badass! Just got my westy and transitioning into van life. Best decision of my life!

Volkswagens love to breakdown in your driveway. My Eurovan did that 3 times. Never broke down on the road though.

“Everything has got to be small... except my goofy subwoofer.”

Is THE BEST VW ORGANIZED i HAVE EVER SEEN & READY FOR FUN ! G8 job!!

legit this is pretty cool!!

Awesome equipements very handy and minimalist!

@danielsal5442

Ай бұрын

Haha! So minimalistic. More gadget and stuff than in a normal apartment

One of the best camper build i've seen so far!! thanks for sharing!

Felt so Nostalgic while watching this Video. i Love the concept of your car like a switzer army knife. awesome, i want one too!!

Awesome!

Fab Westie the best I have seen on you tube.

@Speedhut

6 жыл бұрын

Isn't it rad? We were super excited to see it in person.

Hands down the best Westfal build I have ever seen. Bravo! I really like this guys philosophy too.

Lovely van! ....and @18:10 ohhh yesss!

very much a modded van, cool stuff man, super well done video

Best van ever

I love the color and shape of this van

Amazing video man that was hands down the coolest VW build I’ve ever seen.. im sure you are really proud! Thanks for the share!!!

random guitar chord every minute and a half l ol

@Speedhut

5 жыл бұрын

We decided a couple guitar chords was less annoying than the constant sound of background music while he went into detail on the Westy. :D

@orangefan044

5 жыл бұрын

@@GallivantA to funny, lol

@Speedhut

5 жыл бұрын

@@GallivantA Those beautiful Speedhut gauges with the dramatic sounds make us super emotional too! 😂😂😂

@paulcook68

4 жыл бұрын

@@GallivantA Hahaha! That's hilarious!

@978times

4 жыл бұрын

@@Speedhut its like sleep meditation. IMO it doesn't work, its distracting. no music would have been fine.

My Westy was totaled back in 1980 wish I would have replaced then! Looking for a clean one now to build out and spend my last years traveling.

@DanTheManIOM

5 жыл бұрын

they are out there...I've found way too many VW's on Craigslist, Facebook, and the Samba... my westy found me and then it was lonely and my 71 found a 85 sunroof...like that guy in Cali said, get one and get working on it, who cares what it looks like ?....

I like the layout. Will be putting a few of those ideas into my 81.

Awesome and now I want one! Subaru mod was great. You have done everything I would have. Very impressed also inspired!

he is living my dream, why i could not reach it jet? i have no base to get it started, no house, no really valuable stuff to sell and i have hardly enough monney to buy food supplys. but one day, i am sure, i will acomplish my dream of van life and see the world outside of the box i am currently trapped in.i failed so manny times, but you need to fail to sucsess

@basedaudio1

5 жыл бұрын

I can relate man, it's tough but I'm gonna make the dream happen. Good luck to you.

@kyleerickson6857

5 жыл бұрын

Start with learning how to spell and you’ll be well on your way bud.

@jackleripper3482

5 жыл бұрын

Lucky DK ) buy clothes from charity shops and sell em online 😉

@todayfeelz5050

5 жыл бұрын

get a job and save up a few years, even if it sucks ... i have been saving up for the past year and a half and am going to start my adventure next month! finally !!

@liyahlang4909

5 жыл бұрын

Today Feelz I’m doing the same good luck to u hun 💗

#983 Love your Westfalia!

I loveeeee your van, we have also one old van and im in Love with the freedom life in the van.

That thing is a BEAST!

Nice setup .I have to install my speedhut gauges soon as the stock gauges are inaccurate with the Subaru 3.3L and reverse drive Subarugears WRX 5 speed

NICE BUT I STILL LIKE MY OLD 1970 VW BUS N I LIVED N IT FOR 3 YEARS LOTS OF MEMORIES

@paulcook68

4 жыл бұрын

I had one back in the day also, should of kept it. But who knew? Now if you can find one, big bucks.

this guys set up is STUPID nice. I am so impressed.

i have no words for your westy! stunning.... regards from germany!

Nice review and intro if you don't know much about T25 and Westfailures. Be nice to see you using it. We've had our T25/T3 for over a decade now but we couldn't stand being with all those other van owners in one place! Too many people. Everybody's different

@shanegjordan

6 жыл бұрын

Ian Grimshaw you can see my using it via my Instagram @livethevanlife

@scottkursch3169

5 жыл бұрын

@@shanegjordan Have you considered starting a KZread channel ? I'm guessing you obviously have thought about it, but thought I'd ask anyway and maybe learn what your reservations are. I suspect the commentary could be problematic at times. Though it appears the good tends to outweigh the negative..

He says it's all about experiences and living simply instead of about buying stuff, then showcases his car where he has spend more money buying stuff than many of us have done in our homes.

So cool, great job and thanks for sharing

Seriously... I've ever seen like this van... Really really awesome

Great informative video. I am using solar panels for micro cottage ive built and wondering what you used to make the adjustable rack for yours? Thansk

I'm your 1000th subscriber :) nice video

this van look amazing!

GREAT build. Love it - Peter V.

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