The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Advanced RV has unveiled the Asteroid of Happiness camper van RV, which is based on its "B Box” concept.
Advanced has seen an increase in sales.
You can see inside the tiny house on wheels that can sleep four people.
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Advanced RV, a popular camper van manufacturer, has transformed a 170-inch Mercedes Sprinter cab from a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cab to a tiny home within a box on wheels called "Asteroid Of Happiness."
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
The Asteroid of Happiness was not built in a Sprinter body, unlike many other Sprinter camper vans on the market.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
It's instead based on Advanced's "B Box", which was revealed last year. This "box", which completely replaces the Sprinter body, is now available.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV's kitchen. Advanced
"When we found a box that would enable us to meet the clients' objectives on a chassis cab, we pursued building prototypes because we knew the spatial, insulation and off-grid advances a box would provide," Mike Neundorfer (president of Advanced RV) told Insider at the time.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
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According to the team, creating more interior space by using an in-house-constructed "box" rather than the traditional curved walls of a Mercedes Sprinter van Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van creates greater interior space.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV's kitchen. Advanced
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It's also well insulated, so the camper van can be used in all four seasons.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
Although Advanced RV did not provide an exact price, Neundorfer stated in an email interview with Insider about the cost of the build. However, Neundorfer said that the prices for the three previous B Box vans ranged between $425,000 to $490,000.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
The company has already made plans to purchase 13 additional B Box vans in the future, which is a testament of the success of its in-house production.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Advanced has also seen an increase in its sales.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
These RV and campervan manufacturers throughout COVID-19 have enjoyed a steady increase in popularity and business.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Neundorfer thinks Advanced RV's success may be "somewhat affected by" the rise in road travel during the COVID pandemic.
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The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
He said, "Most of our customers have been in touch for years. So we conclude that our growth has more to do with our reputation and abilities than market trends."
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Let's now take a look at the Asteroid of Happiness.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
According to a YouTube video tour, the van was built for Willy, a professional designer and artist who often travels with his family. The van was also designed by Willy.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
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Advanced RV began discussing the Asteroid Of Happiness with the client more than a year ago. The van took six months to construct.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Willy stated in the YouTube video that "to generate these kinds of ideas, you're bringing together many other influences [like] how your experience in an older RV was and how it might improve or be enhanced."
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The tiny home on wheels measures 24.5 feet in length and stands about 6.7 feet high.
Construction of the Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced RV
This small space has two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and a living and dining area.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Neundorfer says that the Asteroid of Happiness can seat and sleep up to four people. This is a challenge because it's small and agile.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
Two adults and two children can be accommodated in the van by using the permanent bed at the back.
The bedroom in the Asteroid Of Happiness B Box RV. Advanced
A pop-top roof with bright LED lights and that can accommodate two children's sleeping bags.
The pop-top in the Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The ladder can be used to access this smaller sleeping area.
The pop-top in the Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
A small curtain is included on the permanent bed for privacy. There are also under-bed drawers that can serve as a closet.
The bedroom in the Asteroid Of Happiness B Box RV. Advanced
A curtain can be used to divide the bedroom in the upstairs, which gives the children more privacy.
The pop-top in the Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The bathroom is also divided into two areas. The shower is located in one room.
The shower in the Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The other features a medicine cabinet, toilet and sink. The typical features of a bathroom.
Bathroom in the Asteroid of Happiness RV. Advanced
Both spaces can also be vented.
Bathroom in the Asteroid of Happiness RV. Advanced
The kitchen is located directly across from the two bathrooms.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV's kitchen. Advanced
This space includes a single induction stovetop, cabinets, and a microwave.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV's kitchen. Advanced
A coffee maker, refrigerator, freezer, and a water faucet are all available in addition to the standard sink.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The kitchen also has a washer/dryer.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV's washer and dryer. Advanced
The van's kitchen is mounted and supported so that it can be used as a secure cooking area when the van is on the road.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The Asteroid of Happiness has everything you need for safety and stability.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The tiny table that is the home on wheels' is located in front the rear passenger seats.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
The table can be secured but folded to make more space.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
You can also swivel the front passenger and driver seats to face the table, making it a convenient family dining area.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
Let's move on to the exterior. There is a garage that can hold four bikes.
The garage in the Asteroid of Happiness RV. Advanced
An awning with an attached light that can be used outdoors for relaxing afternoons in the shade.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
The alternator and a 830-amp-hour lithium-ion battery power all of these amenities.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
The kitchen and bathroom are connected to the 50-gallon freshwater tank and two 27.5-gallon grey water tanks.
Bathroom in the Asteroid of Happiness RV. Advanced
You're not the only one who has enjoyed looking at the van's design.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box. Advanced
Neundorfer said that the company has received deposits from clients interested in certain design aspects of Asteroid.
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
Neundorfer stated that the company does not build duplicates of tiny homes on wheels because it "considers the design to be the property of its client."
The Asteroid of Happiness RV Box Advanced
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