They Lost Their Jobs so They Built an Amazing £5k Tiny Home! Ford Transit VAN TOUR
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6 жыл бұрынMeet Matt and Liv: In January 2017 they decided to turn to van life after being made redundant, and since then they have turned a Ford Transit into a wonderful home on wheels, travelled all over Europe and found an ingenious way to make money.
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@timothy790110 6 жыл бұрын
I strongly advise anyone building NOT to have so many potential lethal projectiles right behind the passenger and driver seats. ESPECIALLY cutlery and kitchen knives. The kinetic energy in the event of a crash will be devastating. Its a lovley van and a lovley couple, I want them to stay that way, not perforated like pincushions!
@lotusnuss6056 6 жыл бұрын
ouch
@dr.itishrisarangi3749 5 жыл бұрын
Well you have a point but then everything in this world is unpredictable. So let’s enjoy
@yourbuddykevin 5 жыл бұрын
i've watched like 20 van life videos in a row now.. so addicting. I just think to myself how cool it would be, but then 2 days later I'd be like, yeah I'm over it. lol
@alanhudson8718 6 жыл бұрын
WOW,for a bloke who proclaims he didnt know how to build you have done a brilliant job and your girl has put the beautiful finishing touches to it,may you have many safe and happy journeys,will now watch your other vids,thankyou for sharing,from Australia.
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, nice of you to say! It was very much a team effort, both of us got plenty of splinters cutting and sanding for sure!
@davidpiper3652 6 жыл бұрын
"Vincent Van Go" Wonderful!
@JWAnswers 5 жыл бұрын
Most of us have fallen on hard times, and it's tough. You now have the freedom to live and travel without much bills/mortgage. They seem a really nice couple.
@bodipsypha 6 жыл бұрын
At least they seem to be happy! Which is more than can be said for most that are stuck in one place like she said at the end!
@lindsaygoodwin3140 6 жыл бұрын
Don' give up on your cycling dreams because of your knees! I'm not sure exactly what you knee problems are, so maybe it really is a lost cause, but cycling is low-impact and would likely help strengthen your knees. I've had knee problems (you can feel a dent in my patella from a car accident, among other issues), and by doing simple stabilization exercises and cycling I was able to build up enough strength in my knee joint to take up long distance hiking and running. The exercise was uncomfortable at first, but now my knees rarely bother me. Since my rehabilitation, I've hiked 1600 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail and did a 100 kilometer ultramrathon. The human body is amazing, so don't give up on your knees!
@krisdenton3128 6 жыл бұрын
Picture frame shelf is genius, small ideas can make a big difference.
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
It's the bit people like most about the van when they see it!
@jessH090 5 жыл бұрын
Picture frame/lil shelf blew my mind, stealing that one.
@gracematulovic 5 жыл бұрын
I have a problem I should be asleep but instead I am binge watching van tours.
@1blondied 5 жыл бұрын
Haaaaaaaaaaaaa same
@hirayariego2611 5 жыл бұрын
Sameeeeee
@TheGroovyGuitarDude 6 жыл бұрын
Man, this is so inspiring. I am not far off from starting my van build and LOVE seeing videos like this!
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Good luck on your build!
@DOGakaDefenderOfGems 6 жыл бұрын
I love where they put their kitchen. Normally you see the kitchen along the side of the van...they chose a different layout and it really opened up the space for them to have usable floor space. Love the idea. Great video...and best of luck to them both!
@konanhonim3111 3 жыл бұрын
It's the perfect Way to kill the Passenger and prétend it was an accident! This is so dumb.
@joharmon2148 5 жыл бұрын
WOW For someone who had no building experience at all you have a beautiful build. What a lovely home you both can be proud of for a long time to come.
@Hashterix 5 жыл бұрын
You should replace the cool box with a 12v compressor fridge. Much more efficient and a proper fridge so unlike a cooler you can keep dairy and meat in it.
@vishsharma9166 5 жыл бұрын
He try best to be a good partner for her Its so sweet
@cuhurun 5 жыл бұрын
People used to get trashed for doing this sort of thing or just pressurised off the road by the establishment . Amazing conversion, good luck to you both.
@lizh1988 3 жыл бұрын
Laughed when I saw the picture table! Good luck, I will look at your channel for narrow boat info. Love those curtains, the wood, beautiful.✌️👍
@aralia8162 5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this build, but when he pulled down the picture frame table I lost it laughing. ♥️ Beautiful, amazing can!!
@maiashaver9272 6 жыл бұрын
Cute couple. So glad that you lost your jobs so that you could start living your real life. What an encouragement for others. 😁
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We agree, always having a plan with the van means we can enjoy what life has to offer
@Onlinesully 4 жыл бұрын
very skilled chap to convert such a lovely van
@swicheroo1 5 жыл бұрын
So, after I got my doctorate, I got hitched. Then, I spent about 4 month as a hitchhiker--backcountry and beach camping through the islands of Hawaii. I lived out of me and my wife's backpacks. I think it's better to have less stuff in the van, even though the van has greater capacity. Otherwise, you're going to end up with a junktrap on wheels. Good luck with your adventures!
@eileenstickney80 6 жыл бұрын
Kudos on creating a functional and beautiful home. Flip down picture frame is GENIUS!
@seseaghito 6 жыл бұрын
It is. I might shamelessly steal that idea. ♡
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Ha! thanks, that's the one thing people love about the van and we only came up with it on a whim and built it in an hour but people seem to like it!
@tinlizzy39 6 жыл бұрын
These Rolling Hills I thought u were going to have a flip down table in front of your sofa/bed when I saw that as well! 😊
@paulinelee9694 3 жыл бұрын
I think what you have done is fantastic.i have got a Toyota high ace camper and I love it.i love all your ideas. Happy travels to you both xx
@kronos0316 5 жыл бұрын
Finally, out of all the videos I seen about van life these are the only people to tell the truth and say they dont want to work. Godspeed on your journey.
@limespider8 6 жыл бұрын
What a great layout! I haven't seen the kitchen behind the driver's seat. Creates more room. Well done, you two! Enjoy.
@annbrewer4437 6 жыл бұрын
Im sorry u lost your jobs, but look what what the 2 of u have accomplished. At first i was sad, now im jealous. Im trying to build my own tiny home in backyard. This has given me alot of good ideas. Thanku . I send u roses from my heart. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
@jamesredgrove6141 6 жыл бұрын
Really nice van, simple and effective! I hope you don't mind, I'm going to pinch the picture frame/coffee mug shelf idea! :) Also, always heart warming to see a Dad behind the scenes of van build. Where would we be without them :)
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Haha pinch away, it's a fun little project! Oh we couldn't have done it without our families, my Dad was amazing help and Olivia's Mum and Gran helped with loads of things we just couldn't fathom ourselves!
@JollyGoode 4 жыл бұрын
Great set up guys. Love the simplicity and especially the picture drop down table haha brilliant. We've just finished our van and look at setting off Aug 2020 👍.
@dipannitabhuyan3440 4 жыл бұрын
wishing you the very best.
@pattimmins3777 3 жыл бұрын
I wish you both a lifetime of happiness together .
@judya.shroads8245 6 жыл бұрын
I love it. I took off and traveled in the USA, when I was younger. All young ppl should travel to see that your country has to offer. The sights and ppl that you meet and see are AMAZING. Do it ALL while you are young. Jobs, marriage, kids and mortgages can wait a while. The memories of traveling will last a life time.
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more, do it while you're young(ish)
@sabina8618 6 жыл бұрын
No! Do it anytime! Age should be no criteria whatsoever - 9-5 etc sucks no matter how old you are
@judya.shroads8245 6 жыл бұрын
Sabina That is true. I thought that I and my dog would do the same traveling after retirement. That didn't work. My lovely dog didn't live that long. When I finally retired of 43 yrs, my mobility was very limited. So even plans have a way of changing. That's why I said to travel before jobs, kids, spouses, and mortgages. That way you get to travel with no encumberances. Go everywhere, it's beautiful. Be open minded, kind and watch your back, nowadays.
@deborahelaine9985 5 жыл бұрын
@@judya.shroads8245 We don't know what will happen in the future, do we?. I say do it when you're able to.
@judya.shroads8245 5 жыл бұрын
@@deborahelaine9985 I agree, totally. If you can (physically) when you retire, travel then too. Kids all gone. Just go and enjoy. I so enjoyed the travel before kids and husband were in my future. Take care.
@catabram8097 5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this couple !! What an inspiration!
@Michael-4 5 жыл бұрын
Good for you guys, taking a negative as a cue to make the jump. I'd love to do the same but too 'comfortable'.
@azamshah6976 6 жыл бұрын
it’s really inspiring to see what you can do with so little! I love the space!! clever!
@666RAmses666 5 жыл бұрын
After watching too many #bullshitvanlife videos, mostly from US, this was sooo refreshing. They seems to be genuine, humble, honest, friendly looking couple. Why those comments on their future?!
@amug3536 5 жыл бұрын
Adorable Lovable couple.... Stay together and happy for life! God bless
@jimmybobbikins 5 жыл бұрын
That's one of the best layouts and use of space I've seen in a van, especially not being the lwb version, superb. Thanks for the tour.
@lt9316 5 жыл бұрын
One of the best I've seen yet. Love the picture frame idea and the door plate back splash. Your colors look rich together, simplistic functional matching colors.
@erikasantoshafitness348 5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate more the British version of the tiny house diy vids because living in France the same stuff is available to us here...
@edwardcharles9764 6 жыл бұрын
Tip to keep the dirt off the van floor. Take your boots off!
@amberdewolf2681 5 жыл бұрын
I really love their kitchen ! :) all the magnet spices, and shelves. Very beautiful
@Michael-4 3 жыл бұрын
It has a lot of charm. I have a L2 H2 Mk7 and I really want to turn the seats round but you have some more space by building against the bulkhead. Also you guys must be under 5'7" or you have minimal insulation. LOL.
@markbriers1734 5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations. Far from letting your heads drop after redundancy, you've turned it around and become inspirations to other young people. It's just the way you look at at a situation that dictates in which direction you want to go, negatively or positively. Since you've done this, you've probably learned more about life than you ever did before.
@franklinpayero8382 5 жыл бұрын
Freedom is priceless
@ThomasDoubting5 5 жыл бұрын
I'd have you running the country
@carried9130 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I love the cozy feel of your interior, and you have given us some inspiration with our van conversion. 👍🏻😁
@sybilyap7949 5 жыл бұрын
I wish them all the best, safe travels and blessings upon them.
@iancampbell582 4 жыл бұрын
Great result for your first build attempt. There's a few safety issues though.Water above your main electrics and sharp loose objects directly behind your head.Sudden impact will have a steak knife poking out of your cranium. Best of luck guys and save travels.
@petrofilmeurope 5 жыл бұрын
Great result and two lovely people, thanks.
@kskitchen-fw7uy 5 жыл бұрын
He has learned so much and did a great job. Congrats
@MortenHilmer 6 жыл бұрын
What an awesome and inspiring video. I totally respect the fact that Matt and Liv took a chance and followed their dream. This video just made the morning coffee much much better. Sitting here with a big smile on my face:)
@merrymary501 5 жыл бұрын
Travelling wherever/whenever you want (in great STYLE I might add; LOVE how much you've both managed to fit within your space) And REALLY, "The Horizon changes every single day, new sunsets and sunrises every single day from the comfort of our own home" just about says it all XD How WONDERFUL--Congratulations and a happy thumbs UP to you guys!
@tiesdevos6897 3 жыл бұрын
Damn 5 k well done
@Donna-Jayne 5 жыл бұрын
Super cosy! The toilet in under the back bench and you have a solar powered shower, as well as mains for charging and lights... Super cool little set up! You can't beat the views you guys must wake up to... priceless. Happy traveling guys and stay safe xx
@YabadabadooMrMagoo 5 жыл бұрын
Love you guys ! Such a wonderful adventure awaits you two, it you have love you have everything.
@NJSMKMMS 6 жыл бұрын
Good for you, you made the best out of a bad situation, and for complete novises I think it turned out very well. Do it while you are young.
@janetseager4069 5 жыл бұрын
I have looked at so many, Your ideas are some of the best I have seen. I have a van with all the basics but I want to refurbish it to suit myself and you have given me heaps of ideas. Safe travels x
@balidancer 6 жыл бұрын
they are went way and beyond... to be independent... respect!
@debracrider3348 6 жыл бұрын
I was just wondering because you didn't mention it in the video. Your van is the best one by far I like where you put your kitchen instead of putting it the side because it makes more room doing it that way.
@yippee8570 5 жыл бұрын
Love the magnetic stuff to attach implements and the storage is good.
@sanguinelynx 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job! It looks comfortable which is hard to pull of many times.
@LFH02 6 жыл бұрын
Great story well done bouncing back and enjoying life. thanks for sharing.
@eveyluvvs 6 жыл бұрын
What a lovely conversion!
@googlebarbaralernerspectre2581 6 жыл бұрын
Extremely clever and cosy!
@T4TipsGuides 6 жыл бұрын
Nice, the best bit about doing a self build is having the ability to fix certain things when they break. Learning the basics of 12v wiring, such as using the correct fuses, and also the correct gauge of wire is essential. Great video, they seem like a very nice couple.
@theindieprojects 6 жыл бұрын
True! They are a wonderful pair 😊
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more, it's a great feeling to know that I can fix anything in the van because I put it all there!
@Michael-lg4wz 5 жыл бұрын
People who live the van life are almost always cool people
@darlenehopper2141 6 жыл бұрын
Y’all done a good job on your van so cute
@gailjohnston9683 6 жыл бұрын
Great set up! Thanks for the video.
@annbrewer4437 6 жыл бұрын
U know what? Just looking at the caption made my heart so sad . Liv and Matt, such a beautiful young couple. Theres something very sweet about u two. I hope u r happy. Love the idea of magnets. I think u two r geniuses. Maybe u could make more of these incredible tiny homes to sale. This is amazing.
@JohnSmith-zv8km 5 жыл бұрын
inspirational. One of my sons wants to do this and I have been saying no to doing it on my drive way not least as he has no skills. But as you say you can develop the skills so maybe it is doable. Thanks.
@jacksorsky343 5 жыл бұрын
awesome! cheers guys xx love from the UK
@roycemunday8977 6 жыл бұрын
So useful in so many ways. Thank you both x
@nooranitahajimohdtahir2128 5 жыл бұрын
Hah Liv, never thought that YT recommended me your video. I've been watching campervans idea and what a surprise to see this. 😊
@amymiller6854 3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Lovely build! Especially love the fabrics you used.
@bosse641 6 жыл бұрын
Nice and cozy little home on wheels. Well done.
@BeAmbitiousNotContent 5 жыл бұрын
out standing build! and relaxing way to travel
@masoumehlashgari7570 5 жыл бұрын
Your van looks really cool and I loved it. I do love to join to the club but I need to send my kids to uni first this is my plan within three years hopefully . Good luck!
@gloriapeel6887 4 жыл бұрын
I love the way you did the van !
@masterphotog4131 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, keep up the good work!
@kharahJay 6 жыл бұрын
I would live like this. So simple, goes to show alot of this 12 million house is all sin Man just feel they need. I do understand they work hard for their own money so they do what they want. But reality is we dont need half the things we think we need. Love this van.
@funguy4900 6 жыл бұрын
Very cute setup. I’m in the process of converting my transit into a camper. Getting some ideas from yours. Enjoy your life.
@amandabradley6256 5 жыл бұрын
How fantastic.....good on you both
@rehabilitacionencasa 5 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Congrats👏👏👏
@camperbuildingandtraveling9749 6 жыл бұрын
Nice built and have many safe miles..
@theindieprojects 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it 😊
@WildSheGoes 6 жыл бұрын
Love the picture frame / coffee table, such a cleaver idea! The kitchen looks super neat, really nice job. See you on the road!
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Haha it's the one thing people seem to love about our van and it was a little joke project so I didn't have to sit up to get my coffee in bed! Looking forward to crossing paths on the road my friend!
@mariaemilianegron 5 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, I totally enjoy watching you as a couple it's good to see two young guys in the same wavelength God bless you
@48Ana48 6 жыл бұрын
Very cozy! … love ❤️ it
@bexdarl6576 6 жыл бұрын
Amazing!! Such courage you both have to just think fuck it and do it!! Hope you continue to have an amazing time!
@nneizmen 5 жыл бұрын
LOVE THE PICTURE FRAME TABLE
@thedudethescottishbarbaria3977 5 жыл бұрын
I am also planning on doing this hopefully within the next year. Sick of paying rents and taxes money is better off in my pocket after initial costs. Always good to see different layouts. Lovely van happy trails and you never know we might cross paths someday. Best of luck to you both.
@godhams 5 жыл бұрын
Hello from malta😎 nice build well done! We have a 1975 sprinter (changed engine as wasn't keeping up with the heavy good truck's on motorways!) She was originally from Germany where it had been converted to the basics..we put in the solar panels & generater in & kitted it out to make it look like home. We traval back & forth from Malta to the UK & back again every year & use it here as well for a change of scenery. The beauty of her being a small van is that we can park her anywhere!! If u ever think about visiting Malta check out goats on the road visiting Malta.
@Timmysminivanventures 5 жыл бұрын
Looks fantastic. Beats Sheffield eyy.. brilliant vid.
@MaryAmesMitchell 3 жыл бұрын
Three years into van life and this is still one of my favorite van builds.
@IvonaFlakus 6 жыл бұрын
Wow, thats a neatly organized home! Lovely! x
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Got to try and keep small spaces as organised as you can!
@peggychapman7835 6 жыл бұрын
You both are very kind and loving loving your home many blessings
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@0HARE 6 жыл бұрын
That’s a super sweet van. Thanks for showing us around. Happy Camping
@theserollinghills5151 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rene29200 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing 👍❤️👍
@chenoah7963 6 жыл бұрын
good on you guys! great travels!
@travel-van-world6312 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent 😎 what a fantastic interior 😍👍🏻
@jamesroberts9192 3 жыл бұрын
Ok. Here's the deal. Yea you could have done this or that. But the learning is part of it. And there will always be the should have no matter how you did it. Frist I now you learned alot you said almost all of it was new to you. So I'll give you a 10 👍And keep it up you guys are doing great.👍😎
@rmkpilates 4 жыл бұрын
happy days, enjoy! peace love
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