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Chevrolet’s Express – and its GMC Savana mechanical twin – are great starting bases for an RV conversion. The relatively modern GMT600 platform, the design cues from the even newer GMT800 models (Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon), or the tried and tested LS3 V8 engines are all highly regarded features. Then it’s up to the companies doing the actual build to make it a comfortable mobile home – sometimes ready for even the wildest adventures.
One such case is this 2010 Chevrolet Express listed for sale in Boynton Beach, Florida, for $64,995. While it might seem like a truckload of money for an example produced a decade ago and its 95,337 miles seen on the odometer, it’s the Wild Vans conversion that actually does the trick by featuring virtually anything one would need for an off-grid excursion.
And when we say everything, we literally mean that, as the Class C RV (with a GVW of 12,300 lbs. / 5,579 kg) only has room for the sleeping accommodations of two adults. The rest of the available space is jam-packed with features, from the fully equipped kitchen and lavatory area with shower to the mini wood stove.
Allegedly, this unique build was created for the daughter of the owner and founder of the Wild Vans company, who shared their vision of adventure and decided to put that into a business that caters to converting “high-roof vans into mobile homes, workstations and personal spaces suited to explore even off-grid locations.”
The Express was owned and operated by the company, but it’s now looking for another prospective fully self-sufficient thrill seeker. The latter will be enticed not just by the wild-at-heart wrap depicting the great outdoors in various gray tones, but most of all by the accessories and equipment found inside.
As mentioned before, the full queen bed is great for a pair, just like the two forward seats. They’re not going to miss any of the creature comforts found inside a standard apartment – especially since the RV is capable of sustaining off-grid adventures for up to a week.
Inside there’s a fully equipped kitchenette, with electric induction stove top, refrigerator, lots of storage areas and even a wooden Mini stove for colder days. Other forms of energy delivery are also present, thanks to the Propex HS 2000 heater, as well as the rooftop solar panel with power inverter and on-board storage energy system.
And when we say everything, we literally mean that, as the Class C RV (with a GVW of 12,300 lbs. / 5,579 kg) only has room for the sleeping accommodations of two adults. The rest of the available space is jam-packed with features, from the fully equipped kitchen and lavatory area with shower to the mini wood stove.
Allegedly, this unique build was created for the daughter of the owner and founder of the Wild Vans company, who shared their vision of adventure and decided to put that into a business that caters to converting “high-roof vans into mobile homes, workstations and personal spaces suited to explore even off-grid locations.”
The Express was owned and operated by the company, but it’s now looking for another prospective fully self-sufficient thrill seeker. The latter will be enticed not just by the wild-at-heart wrap depicting the great outdoors in various gray tones, but most of all by the accessories and equipment found inside.
As mentioned before, the full queen bed is great for a pair, just like the two forward seats. They’re not going to miss any of the creature comforts found inside a standard apartment – especially since the RV is capable of sustaining off-grid adventures for up to a week.
Inside there’s a fully equipped kitchenette, with electric induction stove top, refrigerator, lots of storage areas and even a wooden Mini stove for colder days. Other forms of energy delivery are also present, thanks to the Propex HS 2000 heater, as well as the rooftop solar panel with power inverter and on-board storage energy system.
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