2022 Ram ProMaster 2500 · 159" High Roof
Meet Andi
I named the van Andiamo, Italian for "let's go." Andi for short. Van life was my dream for a few years, and this is where it got to: a low-mile ProMaster with the expensive, hard parts already bought and bolted on.
The roof, solar, bed lift, heat and water are already handled, so the next owner can go straight to the fun part: cabinets, cushions, finishes.
- Vehicle
- 2022 Ram ProMaster 2500
- Body
- 159" wheelbase · high roof
- Mileage
- ~9,600 miles · rarely driven
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 gas · 9-speed auto · FWD
- Power
- 300 Ah lithium · 400 W solar
- Seats
- 5, all with seatbelts
- Sleeps
- 4, as designed (bunk system)
- Title
- Clean · one owner, bought new
- History
- No accidents · smoke & pet free
- Location
- Cornelius, NC
- VIN
- 3C6LRVDG7NE101307Free recall check (NHTSA) ↗Free theft & total-loss check (NICB) ↗
Andiamo. Let's go.
The plan
The vision
Andi was designed as a family camper for campground trips. The layout is inspired by a well-known family Sprinter build: a convertible dinette at the back and a bunk that lifts out of the way.
By day, the Happijac electric bed lift parks the upper bed against the ceiling, and two benches face a pedestal table. At night the table drops level with the benches to make a bed for two adults, and the upper bunk comes down about a foot and a half for the kids.
The benches hide the fresh water tank on one side and the batteries and electrical on the other. Up front: the Nova Kool fridge, a slide-out composting toilet behind a curtain, a shoe cubby by the door, and a small kitchenette with a sink, a 12V oven and a flip-up cutting board. Shower outside between the rear doors; plug into shore power at the campground.
Watch the 13-minute video tour
Concept rendering · the planned layout, not current condition
Concept rendering · the planned layout, not current condition
Concept rendering · the planned layout, not current condition
Build sheet
What's done
The vehicle side of the build is complete: roof, windows, rack, heat and tanks. The living space is insulated, floored and ready for cabinets.
Roof & exterior
- Flatline Van Co. full-length roof rack
- Flatline Van Co. side ladder
- Composite roof deck: sit up top and watch the stars
- 4 solar panels (400 W) around the roof vent fan
- Fiamma F45S roll-out awning
- Arctic Tern tilt-out windows with screens, cut in and sealed
- Flip-up cell/Wi-Fi booster antenna on a ball mount
Power
- Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 solar charge controller
- Two Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30 DC-DC chargers
- Victron shore-power charger
- 3 ReLion RB100-LT 100 Ah self-heating lithium batteries (300 Ah)
- Cell/Wi-Fi range booster
- Factory 220-amp alternator
- No inverter yet: you choose the size when you wire it
- Components are on hand, not yet wired in
Heat & water
- Diesel air heater under the 2nd-row seat, venting through the floor
- Dedicated ~5 gal diesel tank under the van with a dash fuel gauge
- 32 gal wheel-well fresh water tank (Curious Campervans)
- 15 gal undermount gray water tank (Curious Campervans)
- Tank level gauge and tank heater pads
Sleeping & seating
- Happijac electric bed lift (tracks, motor and controller installed)
- Raised rear platform with table pedestal
- Seats 5 with seatbelts: 2 factory front seats plus 3 Ford Transit seats
- The Transit seats bolt to steel floor bars and pop out on quick-release mounts for cleaning or cargo
- Swivel passenger seat
- Driver suspension seat (factory)
Interior & storage
- 3M Thinsulate insulation, walls and ceiling
- Kilmat sound deadening on the wheel wells and panels
- Wood-look vinyl plank floor
- MORryde pull-out cargo drawer under the platform
- Storage pouches over the doors and a factory overhead shelf
- Roof vent fan
Condition & history
- Clean title, bought brand new, one owner, no accidents
- Smoke-free and pet-free
- Oil changed about once a year (Jiffy Lube or the local Ram dealer)
- Original tires (see the tread photo in the gallery)
- NC registration and safety inspection current
- Parked beside the house and rarely driven for the past two years, hence the low miles
- Every part of the build installed by me, the owner
- Known issue: the starter battery is dead from sitting. I'll replace it before you buy, or take $200 off.
Dimensions (factory)
- 159" wheelbase, high roof
- About 6'4" standing height inside (before flooring)
- About 12 ft of cargo floor behind the front seats
- 420 cu ft of cargo space
- Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) class 2G: 8,001–9,000 lb
Plans & paperwork
- Electrical system planned with Stoke Loaf Van, a van-build consultancy (parts list and wire sizing)
- 3D layout model of the planned build
- Framing and wall-paneling plans for the 159" ProMaster
- Receipts for the major build parts
- Original window sticker
Included, ready to install
- Nova Kool R4500 fridge/freezer, 4.3 cu ft, AC/DC (still in its wrap)
- Composting toilet
- Dash camera / navigation unit
Factory options
- 360° surround-view camera, front and rear park assist
- Remote start, keyless proximity entry, push-button start
- Uconnect 5 with 10.1" touchscreen and navigation
- Blind-spot and cross-path detection
- Digital rearview mirror and fog lamps
- Automatic high beams, rain-sensing wipers, cruise control
- Wide power-heated mirrors (fold in)
- Ambient LED interior lighting
- 16" aluminum wheels
- Spray-on floor liner by Mopar
- Rear doors with glass; driver-side 2nd-row window
Next owner
What's left to build
An honest list. This is the fun part, and it's where you make it your own.
- Wire and mount the electrical (all the main components are here)
- Bench cabinets, bed frames and cushions
- Fridge and toilet cabinet
- Kitchenette: sink, counter, small 12V oven
- Wall and ceiling paneling
- Lighting, outlets and shore-power inlet
- Plumbing for the sink and an outdoor shower
30 photos
Gallery
Exterior
Roof & Solar
Cab & Seating
Interior & Build
Systems
Mechanical
Asking
Price
$39,900 OBO
A comparable stock 2022 159" high roof sells in the high $20s. Andi comes with the roof, solar, bed lift, heater, awning and the rest already done, at a fraction of what they cost.
Make an offer- Original MSRP $52,900, plus $17,500+ in build parts with receipts
- Serious offers welcome
- Clean title, one owner, about 9,600 miles
- Payment by cashier's check, bank check or wire. There's a loan, so we close at the bank and the title transfers cleanly
- Viewings by appointment in Cornelius, NC (Lake Norman)
Also available
The domain is for sale too
vn.life: two letters, one big idea. Keep the name with the van, or buy the domain on its own for your own van-life brand.
Ask about the domainInquire
Come meet Andi
Questions, a viewing, an offer on the van or the domain: send a note and I'll get back to you personally. I'd love to find Andi a really great home.
Bryan
Cornelius, North Carolina
Questions
Can I see it and take it for a test drive?
Yes. Andi is in Cornelius, NC, just north of Charlotte on Lake Norman. Test drives are welcome once the new starter battery is in. Send a note through the form below and we'll set up a time.
Can I bring my own mechanic?
Absolutely. Bring your mechanic, or we can meet at a shop for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the history? Can I run a Carfax?
Clean title, bought brand new, one owner, no accidents, smoke-free and pet-free. The VIN is 3C6LRVDG7NE101307. Run it on Carfax or AutoCheck, check open recalls free at NHTSA, or check theft and total-loss records free with NICB VINCheck.
Why so few miles?
Life got busy. Andi has mostly been parked beside the house for the past two years, outside, and rarely driven. The engine runs great, and the oil has been changed about once a year.
Anything wrong with it?
One thing: the starter battery died from sitting. I'll put in a new one before you buy, or knock $200 off the price, your choice.
How does payment work with the loan?
It works the standard way: cashier's check, bank check or wire transfer. There's a loan on the van, so part of the payment goes straight to the lender to pay it off, the lender releases the title, and the title is signed over to you. Meeting at the lender or your bank keeps it simple and safe for both of us.
How many people can ride in it?
Five, all with seatbelts: the two factory front seats plus three Ford Transit seats bolted to steel floor bars. The rear seats pop out for cleaning or when you need the cargo space.
Who did the build work?
I did, all of it: the roof rack, solar, windows, heater, tanks and bed lift. I planned the electrical system with Stoke Loaf Van, a van-build consultancy, and the parts list comes with the van.
Is there a video walkthrough?
Yes, a full 13-minute tour of the van and the planned layout at vn.life/tour. It's password-protected; ask through the form and I'll send you the password.
What about warranty?
The factory 5-year / 60,000-mile powertrain warranty runs from the original 2022 in-service date, into 2027. The 3-year basic warranty has ended.
Does the VNLIFE license plate come with it?
In North Carolina, plates stay with the owner rather than the vehicle. If you want VNLIFE, ask. I'm happy to release it so you can try to request it from the NC DMV.
Can I buy the van and the domain separately?
Yes. Buy either one, or both together. Pick the option on the form.
Can I rename it?
Of course, though Andi might be offended.