Boho Camper Vans

What Boho Camper Vans does

Boho Camper Vans is a privately held custom camper van builder, rental operator, and pre-loved van retailer headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. The company was founded by David Sodemann and Brett Ellenson in 2018 and converts factory cargo vans—primarily Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit, and Ram ProMaster chassis—into fully bespoke camper vans with custom cabinetry, off-grid electrical systems, climate control, plumbing, and Starlink-based connectivity. Build prices range from approximately $39,000 for entry-level conversions to $90,000+ for premium 48V-equipped layouts, with most clients investing $60,000-$80,000; build lead times are typically 5-6 weeks once production begins.

The underlying technology is centered on integrated off-grid power and climate: Battle Born lithium battery banks (up to 13KWH at 48V), Victron Multiplus-II inverter/chargers, Rich Solar panels (250W-1000W), Cruise N Comfort VES air conditioning, Eberspacher gasoline heaters, Hempwool insulation, and MaxxAir ventilation. Boho has standardized these component choices into a documented bill-of-materials and supports them with a 2-year warranty and nationwide service program.

The business generates revenue through four streams: one-time custom build fees (the primary stream), short-term rentals of a named van fleet with a 3-night minimum (used as a try-before-you-buy funnel), pre-loved van sales from inventory, and third-party-arranged financing with up to 20-year terms. Go-to-market is consultative direct sales driven by an online Van Builder configurator, a 100+ build portfolio gallery, and earned media from the company's October 2023 appearance on Shark Tank, where Barbara Corcoran invested $300K ($150K cash + $150K line of credit) for 10% equity at a $3M post-money valuation. Boho has since reported over $10M in cumulative sales and operates with 11-50 employees serving customers across the United States from its single Arizona facility.

Name

Boho Camper Vans

Legal name

Boho Camper Vans LLC

Website

https://boho.life

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Boho Camper Vans is an Arizona-based custom camper van builder, rental operator, and pre-loved van retailer. Founded in 2018 by David Sodemann and Brett Ellenson, the company converts Sprinter, Transit, and ProMaster chassis into $39K-$90K+ off-grid-capable vans for individual van-life enthusiasts across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Camper Van Conversions

NAICS

Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (532120), Motor Home Manufacturing (336213), Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing (336214)

SIC

Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510), Motor Homes (3716)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHADAIAA

Campervan Rentals (Class B / Converted Vans)

Travel & Hospitality/Car Rental & Mobility Services/Campervan / RV / Motorhome Rentals

SECONDARYTHADAIAH

Off-Road / 4x4 Camper Rentals (Overland Rigs)

Travel & Hospitality/Car Rental & Mobility Services/Campervan / RV / Motorhome Rentals

SECONDARYFSAKADAF

Recreational Vehicle (RV) Finance

Financial & Insurance/Lending & Consumer Finance/Auto Lending & Vehicle Finance

Keywords

• Custom camper vans
• Van conversions
• Camper van rentals
• Pre-owned camper vans
• Off-grid van systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Tempe

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Camper Van Builds: Design and build custom camper van conversions on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit, and Ram ProMaster platforms. Customers can customize layout, finishes, and key systems. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees ranging from $39,000 to $90,000+ depending on platform and feature complexity.
2. Camper Van Rentals: Rental fleet of named camper vans available for booking with a 3-night minimum and age requirement of 25+. Provides try-before-you-buy experience for prospective buyers.
3. Pre-Owned Van Sales: Sale of completed camper vans from inventory when available, offering customers option to purchase without custom build wait time.
4. Financing Services: Partnership with lenders to provide campervan financing with terms up to 20 years, enabling customers to finance both new custom builds and used vans.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Boho Camper Vans designs, builds, and sells custom camper van conversions on Ram ProMaster, Ford Transit, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis. The company also operates a camper van rental program and retails pre-loved (used) camper vans from its Tempe, Arizona facility, offering off-grid electrical, climate, plumbing, and interior systems tailored to van-life customers.

Product overview

Boho Camper Vans is a custom camper van builder, rental operator, and pre-loved van retailer based in Tempe, Arizona. Its core product portfolio consists of three interconnected offerings: custom-built camper van conversions (the primary product, with builds ranging from $39,000 to over $90,000 depending on platform and features), a fleet of named rental vans available through the booking platform, and pre-loved/completed vans for sale. Conversions are performed on three vehicle platforms — Ram ProMaster, Ford Transit, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter — with individual builds carrying distinct names (e.g., Spitfire, Buttercup, Andromeda, Beluga 2.0, Voyager III, Celeste, Claus, Marjorie) that represent specific customer commissions with unique layouts, electrical systems, and feature sets. The business also offers financing (up to 20-year terms), a 2-year warranty with nationwide service, an online Van Builder configurator tool, and a gallery of past builds. The company appeared on Shark Tank in October 2023, securing a $300,000 investment from Barbara Corcoran.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Camper Van Conversions Custom-designed and -built camper van conversions offered on Ram ProMaster, Ford Transit, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis at tiered price points from approximately $39,000 to $90,000+, with off-grid electrical, climate, plumbing, and interior systems. Targeted at individual consumers pursuing van life.
• Camper Van Rentals Short-term rental of fully built Boho camper vans for travelers and prospective buyers who want to experience van life before commissioning a custom build.
• Pre-Loved (Used) Camper Vans Sale of previously built Boho camper van conversions from the company's inventory, providing a lower-priced entry point to the brand for budget-conscious consumers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $10 million in sales achieved since founding, demonstrating market traction and business growth
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Advanced RV: Ohio-based custom Sprinter and Transit builder focused on premium off-grid builds with advanced electrical systems. Targets a similar high-end buyer with comparable technology stack and price points.
• Sportsmobile: Long-standing custom Sprinter, Ford, and GM van upfitter with multiple U.S. locations and a 60+ year track record. Closest direct peer on multi-platform custom conversions and nationwide service.
• Outside Van: Oregon-based custom Sprinter, Transit, and ProMaster conversion builder offering similarly premium off-grid electrical, climate, and layout systems. Direct competitor in the high-end custom van conversion market with comparable price points and national customer base.
• Midwest Automotive Designs: Elkhart, Indiana-based upfitter of Sprinter and Transit Class B camper vans with premium finishes and off-grid packages. Comparable product positioning, dealership-style distribution, and pricing tier.
• Vanlife Customs: Colorado-based custom van conversion shop offering builds on Sprinter, Transit, and ProMaster with off-grid electrical and lithium systems. Directly competes for the same adventure-travel buyer segment.
• Storyteller Overland: Birmingham, Alabama-based Class B RV manufacturer and rental operator on the Mercedes Sprinter platform with the MODE 4x4 and other adventure-focused builds. Directly comparable product, customer, and rental-plus-sales model.

Emerging players

• Tourig: Custom Sprinter conversion specialist focused on lightweight, modular builds with premium off-grid power systems. Comparable buyer profile and price tier though more limited geographic footprint than Boho.
• Adventure Wagon: Modular conversion kit and full-build company focused on the Ford Transit with proprietary interior systems. Overlaps with Boho on Transit platform but sells more standardized kits than fully bespoke builds.

Broad incumbents

• Winnebago (Revel, Travato): Major RV OEM with Class B adventure van offerings (Revel 4x4, Travato) competing in the same end-customer category. Broader portfolio and dealer network but less customization depth than Boho's bespoke build model.
• Thor Motor Coach (Sequence, Tellaro): Large diversified RV manufacturer offering Class B camper vans on Mercedes and Ram chassis through the Sequence and Tellaro lines. Competitor at the OEM-finished end of the market rather than fully custom builds.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bohovans
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/boho-camper-vans

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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