Our Story
And what happened next?
Well, let’s just say people fell in love with that little Honda Element build. Like, deeply in love. So when Steve returned, he and Martin teamed up to create Camp N Car! Now it’s your turn for a grand adventure!
Your Story
You have the spirit, and we have the tools. So let’s build something as fun as you are!
HERE AT CAMP N CAR WE AIM...
To Be Eco-Friendly
We take environmental stewardship seriously...
To offer versatility
We can convert almost any vehicle to include a sleeping area and living space. With infinite custom possibilities and a wide variety of easily assembled DIY kits, there’s bound to be a path forward for your needs.
To build local, handcrafted products
Our products and custom builds are handmade in Washington State, and we hope our craftsmanship inspires more mindful and enjoyable travel.
To provide an excellent work environment
Here at Camp N Car, we are committed to living the vanlife code. That means offering a work environment that is nurturing, sustainable, and welcoming. We’re proud to say we offer health benefits, competitive pay, spa days, company bonuses, after-hours shop access, and four-day work-weeks, so we all have time for adventure!
MEET THE TEAM
Steve Bonnell
Product Supervisor
Steve keeps Camp N Car’s product operations running smoothly. He oversees the product team, manages shipping logistics, and ensures every kit leaves the shop up to standard. Steve also supports supports CNC production and is a great source of humor and puns around the shop. Outside of work, he’s a talented musician and plays bass in the up and coming rock band Suzzallo.
Evelyn Fernandez
Custom Director
Evelyn brings her passion for vanlife and engineering know-how to every project at Camp N Car. Before settling in Port Townsend, she traveled the country in a self-built Ford Transit with her partner Tom and their two dogs. With her background in professional van conversions and knack for organization, Evelyn keeps our busy shop running smoothly, all while bringing warmth and good humor to the team.
Kallisti Kilmer
Product Tech
Kallisti is Camp N Car’s go-to maker for all things CNC and DIY. As the primary operator behind our car camping kits, she ensures every Trunk Bunk and Frontier Futon ships out with precision and care. Her craftsmanship doesn’t stop there, Kallisti also supports our custom shop, helping prepare the beautiful cabinetry and furniture that make each van uniquely Camp N Car.
Steve Moore
Director of Sales & Marketing
Steve is one of Camp N Car’s co-founders and leads its sales and marketing efforts. A Washington native and UW graduate, he once spent six months exploring Alaska in a converted Honda Element, an adventure that inspired Camp N Car. When he’s not growing the business, Steve can be found climbing mountains, cooking gourmet meals, or playing guitar.
Martin Nerbovig
President
Martin is one of Camp N Car’s co-founders and our fearless leader. Raised on a farm in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains, he now calls Port Townsend home. As lead designer and head of daily operations, Martin keeps the shop running smoothly and brings deep expertise in engineering and manufacturing. Outside of work, he’s an inventor at heart who enjoys good books, creative projects, and the lively company of his family.
Em Perkins
Van Conversion Tech
Em hails from Florida but has called the beautiful Olympic Peninsula home for several years. A graduate of the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding’s Marine Systems program, Em brings extensive expertise in electrical, plumbing, and other technical systems to our conversions. Their meticulous craftsmanship ensures every van’s utilities are reliable, intuitive, and built to power life on the road safely and comfortably.
Jason VanCamp
Custom Manager
Jason brings decades of hands-on experience and craftsmanship to the Camp N Car team. Before joining us, he spent twenty years as an ironworker in Seattle, helping build bridges, so he knows his way around complex projects. From carpentry and plumbing to electrical and glass work, Jason does it all and provides thoughtful management and guidance to our team of skilled craftspeople to ensure every van conversion is beautifully executed.
Micah Van Lelyveld
Owner-Operator
Micah is a Camp N Car co-owner whose craftsmanship shines in our custom conversion shop. With years of carpentry experience and plenty of vanlife adventures under his belt, he brings skill and creativity to every build. After living in beautiful places like Hawaii, Micah returned to the charm of Port Townsend, where he now helps turn vans into works of art. Outside the shop, he’s a talented DJ and an avid surfer.
