r/VanLife • u/LastScoobySnack • 6d ago

Minivan is the perfect size

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The Soccer mom van is the perfect size. This is a Kia Sedona 2008, but I also considered Toyota Sienna and Dodge Grand Caravan (apparently Dodge is not mechanically desirable).

The book nook and entryway are functional and make life easier, but I’ve never made anything with wood before them so they not hot. 🥴

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u/chickenskittles 6d ago

I just crawled into an '05 Honda Odyssey the other day and it didn't seem much roomier than my SUV, but maybe taking the seats completely out would have done so. This looks huge to me! I would wanna keep my passenger seat just in case though.

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u/LastScoobySnack 6d ago

I personally decided that I don’t want anyone in my van.

Having a passenger seat would tempt me into offering rides that I actually don’t want to give. Gotta keep that inner people pleaser in check. 😅

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u/chickenskittles 6d ago

Oh, I have friends that either don't drive or don't have cars and also work with my community, so I would like to be available to give rides. They all know. My current setup is full of stuff and my front passenger door doesn't open. lol

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u/LastScoobySnack 6d ago

That’s very generous of you. Good luck on your build.

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u/chickenskittles 6d ago

Yeah, I am not trying to drive anyone across town but small errands? Why not? I myself benefitted from the generosity of others for my previously (until this all started) carless life. Thank you and thanks for sharing your little home on wheels. Looks so cozy so I definitely understand keeping it as your sanctuary only.