Explore the World on Your Own Terms
Built to take you further.
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Four-season freedom, thoughtfully designed.
AWD, Winter Ready, off-grid freedom.
Every square inch built for you.
Keep the good miles coming.
Meet Wanderful Wheels: Campervan Builders in Durango, Colorado
Wanderful Wheels is a family-owned camper van builder in Durango, Colorado, specializing in custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit camper van conversions. We build high-quality, four-season camper vans designed for real life on the road, combining practical layouts, reliable off-grid systems, durable materials, and craftsmanship that holds up over time.
With nearly a decade of experience working on hundreds of vans, we've done everything from small upgrades and complex electrical installations to complete custom camper van builds. Along the way, we've seen just about every challenge a van can present and learned what works, what doesn't, and what holds up over time. We bring that knowledge to every build, taking the time to understand how our customers plan to use their vans and designing around their needs. Our goal is to build vans that are comfortable, functional, and built to last, backed by a team you can count on long after you drive away.
Our Story: Built From Experience
Wanderful Wheels began with owners Patrick Spainhower and Colleen O'Brien, who converted their own campervan in 2015 to explore the American West. What started as a personal project grew into a small Colorado business dedicated to helping others experience the freedom of the open road.
Today, Patrick brings his technical expertise and craftsmanship to our builds, while Colleen oversees business operations. Wanderful Wheels has grown alongside an incredibly talented team of builders, designers, and problem-solvers, many of whom have been with us since the early days. Together, we bring a wealth of experience, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for what we do. We take pride in doing things right and building vans that stand the test of time.
Our Mission: More Than Campervans
We started Wanderful Wheels with a simple belief: life is about the experiences we have, the people we share them with, and how we choose to spend our time.
Camper vans are our vehicle for making more of those experiences possible. We believe a thoughtfully designed, quality-built van creates more opportunities for adventure, connection with nature, and time spent with the people you love. It's about having the freedom to do more of what matters most to you, with your favorite people (and pets) along for the ride and the comforts of home wherever you go.
Our purpose goes beyond the vans we build. We want to create a business that values people, relationships, and quality of life — making a positive difference for our employees, our customers, and the communities we're part of.
A Small Shop That Stands Behind Every Build
Unlike mass-production campervan manufacturers, Wanderful Wheels takes a personal, hands-on approach. Our customers work directly with the people designing and building their vans, from the first conversation to final pickup in Durango.
Our builds are backed by professional standards, independent inspections, a 12-month/12,000-mile build warranty, and lifetime technical support.
Whether you're looking for a ready-to-travel AWD campervan or want to customize a Ford Transit or Mercedes Sprinter conversion, we're here to help you find the right fit.
Built with care in Durango, Colorado. Made for wherever you wander.