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About us

You should be able to design your campervan exactly how you want

We strive to provide unique custom layouts for each of our clients. We include you on the design process and put the “custom” in customer.

You will drive off our lot in the van of your dreams ready to take on any adventure you want. 

Our
Mission

Our purpose at Papago Vans is to enrich lives by delivering custom adventure vans that fuel exploration and embrace the richness of existence. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, we believe in the vital role of dependable vehicles in unlocking unforgettable adventures.

Meet The
Team

OWNERS

TIm

Owner

Ian

Owner

Jesse

Owner

BUILDERS

Service
Department

Daniel

Service Manager

CHUCK

Service Technician

ANDREW

Service Technician

PAINTERS

MANNY

Painter

CNC SPECIALISTS

SKYLER

CNC Manager

RAY

CNC Operator

ADMINISTRATION

Katie

Office Manager

SARAH

Director of First Impressions

sales

Jeremy

Sales Manager

INVENTORY

sam

Parts Manager

MARKETING

alec

Marketing Manager

NICOLE

Social Media Manager

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Team

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Team

Papago Vans
Journey

2020 • March

Papago Vans
Begins

Tim, Ian, and Jesse launch Papago Vans in Jesse’s single car garage, kickstarting their journey with an E350 van conversion. This successful venture paved the way for their future growth..

2020 • August

Expansion and Custom Builds

The team outgrew their initial space and upgraded to a 1650 sq. ft. garage. Here, they built around 10 vans, catering to custom orders from clients. Papago Vans also welcomed their first employees during this exciting phase.

2021 • August

Thriving in Downtown Phoenix

Papago Vans relocates to a 4800 Sq. Ft. building in the heart of downtown Phoenix. This move enables further expansion, with additional staff joining the team and the introduction of skilled build team managers for enhanced organization.

2022 • November

Scaling New
Heights in Mesa

In a remarkable milestone, Papago Vans settles into a massive 22,400 Sq. Ft. facility in Mesa. The new location boasts a cutting-edge CNC machine, enabling faster and precise cutting techniques. The company also launches a dedicated service department, implements a top-of-the-line paint booth, and expands the team to over 38 highly skilled employees.