By Cheri Sicard
Ever dreamed of van life without the obvious camper look? The team from Love Sundays offers a unique approach with their stealth camper van, disguised as a typical construction vehicle. This video explores the ingenious conversion, taking a detailed tour of the van’s interior and highlighting its many space-saving features.
The exterior of the Love Sundays van is all about blending in. The goal is simple: to park in more places without drawing unwanted attention or facing restrictions. Several modifications help achieve this disguise.
• Construction company signage is magnetically attached, making it easily removable when needed.
• A ladder adds to the builder’s van aesthetic.
• Cameras are strategically hidden.
• The dashboard features “stuff,” including a high-vis jacket and hard hat.
• The van has no windows.
• Even the wheel trims have been removed to give it a more rundown appearance.
• A 200W solar panel is installed, but it is carefully positioned to remain hidden from view, maintaining the stealthy look.
Unlike most camper vans, the entry point is through the front. This leads directly into the cab, and then through a partition door. The partition door is key. It completely separates the living space from the front cab and the outside world. This adds an extra layer of security and privacy. Once inside, it’s easy to forget that you’re in a stealth camper van.
The van is equipped with a BLUETTI AC240 power station. It is located behind the partition and powers the diesel heater, 240V sockets, and 12V sockets.
Inside the van
The kitchen setup is compact but functional. A sink with a cold water tap is provided, and a kettle is available for hot water. The pull-out cooker uses gas. A 12V fridge is compact and efficient. Creative storage solutions maximize every inch of space. Chopping boards, plates, bowls, and even a dustpan have dedicated spots. Wedges keep items from sliding while driving, and trays hold food items. There is also a spot for bin bags. Grill plates can be put on top of the cooker. An air fryer was initially included, but it might be removed due to its high power consumption.
The TV uses a personal hotspot from a mobile phone for internet access, allowing viewing of Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube. Internet connectivity can vary depending on the location. A PlayStation 4 is hidden away for entertainment in areas with no internet. The reading light has a convenient switch for nighttime use.
The cushions double as pillows, and they also have sleeping bags in them. Both single and double bed configurations are possible.
More storage is hidden beneath the seating area. You can access it through the side door or from the top by lifting the bench.
The storage for outdoor equipment is accessible from the back doors. Mesh netting holds storage bags. Gear includes a sleeping bag, a camp chair, a two-man tent, towels, a collapsible table, an air bed, and a camp pillow. A portable shower can be used.
The goal is to park in more places without restrictions. The stealth camper van offers the ability to blend in. I think they certainly accomplished this.
Be sure to leave your thoughts in the comments below. Would you camp out of a “construction van?”
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What is the definition of “Stealth”? Parking where no one cares that you are there. Someone always knows you are there. Especially the local police.
wrong – I’ve done it for years, never had a problem.
Pretty sad people are reduced to hiding in vans under the bridges in our cities then using some kitschy term like stealth camping to rationalize the fact they’re homeless and trying to hide from law enforcement. I hope things improve soon.
What? A ridiculous comment. Some of us would rather stealth camp than park next to a behemoth RV with loud generator for $75!!
Thank you for sharing the video and summarizing it, Cheri! Interesting, but seemed a bit of a novelty in that it had no bathroom, wet or dry. I have become far too self-indulgent to think of this as more than a kid’s clubhouse. Have a great day and safe travels!