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Steven84
Explorer
Dec 02, 2014

Opinions on Stealth Conversion Van Valuation

Hello, It's nice to meet you all here. I've been reading all kinds of threads but didn't really find anything that determines self made conversion vans and their valuating them to determine market value when looking to resell.

I am new here and I did read the rules. I didn't see anything about not being able to ask about what your thoughts were or if what I am asking is aligned with the marketplace. So please forgive me if I am stepping into a grey area.

Basically I have a 2007 Chevy Express 2500 Extended (the long version) that I converted into a stealth camper van.

I'd like to know what is a fair market price that I can get for this.

KBB says value for cargo only is $9,500 for a good condition with 116k miles.

I have viper alarm, remote start along with Kenwood double din 5.5" screen, JL Audio, JL Subwoofer, JL Amp and more.

Security has over $600 from hardware and labor. Audio Video same, about $800 up.

The van has 3 solar panels on top, a solar regulator.

Kitchen has granite top. Bar sink. Faucet that's connected to a 12v pump. Two 10 gallon tanks + 5 gallon black tank.

Custom made mattresses.

I do have a 6 gallon LP gas tank mounted underneath the vehicle. Debating to take it off or leave it as I paid $400 for it.












I was thinking to start off by asking $12k and maybe accept as low as $10k depending is they didn't want a few things.

Any and all thoughts is appreciated.

Any suggestions where to list this? RVtrader wants $20, is it worth it?

Thanks in advance everyone!
  • I'm afraid that your custom conversion is not going to have any additional value than a used Express van. At least not to someone who has to get a loan for it.

    That is because a bank is going to look at the NADA value for a van like this, and that will be the limit on what they'll loan on it, less their down payment guidelines.

    If you can find a cash buyer, then you may be able to get a bit more. But they are also going to look at NADA value to figure out what it's worth too.

    I think your transaction price is going to be $9-10k. I'd post it on Craigslist, as it's free and searchable. Good luck!
  • Your pictures are way too large to view but I would say the extras you add don't add anything close to their value. The 116,000 miles is still the big dark spot to people looking. I know current gas motors are good for 200K easy today but many people are still afraid of the 100K mark.