Meet The Man Driving His Home From The UK To Australia!

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Meet Bobby, the man driving from the UK all the way to Australia!
In this video, Bobby tells us his story of how things in his life unfolded to this very moment, the weeks prior to setting off on this epic journey he has ahead of him!
He tells us how the lows and hard times in life, are the perfect opportunity for change, as he explains that he would of never left his 'comfortable life' to chase a dream, it was only when a relationship in his life fell apart, followed by months of misserery, propelled him to the point of change, adventure and happiness!
Bobby spent every day working on this dream, converting the truck and planning for the trip ahead!
We definitely know why the truck has the nickname 'Boujee Appartment on wheels' stick around for the tour, where Bobby shows us inside and out, as well all the the cool features and fancy touches that makes this truck feel like a classy home on wheels!
Thanks to Bobby for meeting up with us, sharing his story, and giving us a look around! We wish him and Red all the best on their travels.
To follow along with Bobby's journey, make sure to give him a follow on Instagram:
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@johnwarner4513 11 месяцев назад

Just seen the end of this, and people who say, its not fair on the dog, or whatever they said, know feck all about dogs and the relationship, they have with us. Dogs just want to be with us, its a pack thing, and we are their leader. The best of british luck to you Bobby, you deserve a better life....and that dog loves you👍

@amandab450 11 месяцев назад

Hi from Australia. Coming from someone who has travelled a lot. Just be mindful that countries have their own rules about bringing in animals. If your going through East Asian countries such as Thailand. Unfortunately you will not be able to bring Red into Australia after that. Make sure countries you are travelling through are not on the list that will prohibit you from bringing in Red. Also bringing him into Oz is time consuming and expensive and he will have to be quarantined for 10 days in a facility. Just wanting to make you aware so you are prepared. Good luck. ETA: The process to bring a dog into Oz must start 7 months prior. The main factor is that Australia requires your pet to have a rabies neutralising antibody titre test at least 180 days before travelling to Australia. And this test needs to be done 3-4 weeks after your pet is vaccinated for rabies. He will also need a heap of vaccinations and blood work.

@PhantomMark 11 месяцев назад

damned good shout, great post.

@philliplloyd8336 11 месяцев назад

Top information

@MrSuperG 11 месяцев назад

That was nice but dogs don’t belong in Australia

@Straightshooterx71x 11 месяцев назад

Australia have rules about rules! Awful place.

@NoName-ds5uq 11 месяцев назад

You beat me to it Amanda, and you have the details I didn’t. I have a friend who brought in 2 cats a few years ago from Saudi Arabia when she finished living and working there and it was very expensive(many thousands of au dollars) and time consuming.

@bobby5foot 11 месяцев назад

A prime example of turning a negative into a positive what a top bloke

@carolynthompson6518 11 месяцев назад

There is nothing like freedom and not having to answer to anyone. I’m 72 and honestly I’m living the dream. I have a home in Australia 🇦🇺 and just bought a holiday house in Italy 🇮🇹. I also have my vehicle totally setup for camping. What more can you want 🎉❤

@aaronfryer5086 11 месяцев назад

to be young again probably

@carolynthompson6518 8 месяцев назад

@@aaronfryer5086 No I’m fine being 72. Too much hard work being young

@thandiwechiloane1579 5 месяцев назад

Wow I envy you

@matthewstewart555 5 месяцев назад

Good on ya mate

@olivial3602 4 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing this ❤

@doncoleman4938 10 месяцев назад

I live in Brisbane, Australia and a saw a setup very similar to this in the carpark of a local shopping centre. Owners were from Germany and over the previous two years had driven from their home through Europe, the Middle East, India, Thailand and Malaysia before driving it onto a cargo ship bound for Sydney at Singapore. What a life for the adventurous. I was so impressed, I decided to buy a 12.5m coach and convert it into a motorhome with the aim of travelling Australia. As I write this, the conversion is 95% complete, and we're on our first official holiday in it-albeit 50km from home to see that everything works the way it should.

@keepitreal1547 9 месяцев назад

That's fantastic, I hope all goes well & enjoy every minute. Having been looking at motorhomes & campers this past few months, I'm now ready to buy & go on my own adventure. I'm just undecided on a purpose built modern motorhome by a well known brand, or a self made, older, rough, tough & ready more stealth truckcamper conversion. The modern motorhome being 3x the price with all home comforts, the older robust home on wheels being something I wouldn't need to be too protective of. Decisions, decisions.

@doncoleman4938 9 месяцев назад

@@keepitreal1547 From personal experience, may I put forward the following-many self-made ones aren't constructed that well. If you do decide on a home-made conversion, make sure that the workmanship is top notch. many sell unfinished projects cheap, after being overwhelmed by the real costs. I think we've spent about $500 on sealants alone on ours. Ensure that the fittings will survive a road trip, especially plumbing behind wall. Building a motorhome is not the same always as building a house. You need to compensate for constant vibrations with fittings. However, the advantage is that it's easy enough and cheap enough to modify it to suit your tastes. A purpose-built motorhome will be professional built and might even come with a warranty. We built our own mainly because we needed a larger shower to accommodate my wife's disability, a larger kitchen and didn't need bunks for children etc. Nothing purpose built suited us at the time.

@NoName-ds5uq 11 месяцев назад

I love the fact Bobby is taking Red with him, but Australia has very strict quarantine rules which WILL be an issue. I’d strongly suggest looking into what is required for getting a dog into Australia now rather than just winging it! Red could well end up in quarantine for some time at Bobby’s expense on arrival otherwise. Apart from that, I love the sentiment and the truck!

@dougieranger 11 месяцев назад

Good luck to you Bob. You’re fulfilling your dreams and making memories that’ll last your entire lifetime brother.

@nickpmoody 11 месяцев назад

A sad story with a happy ending. Please Bobby, start your own channel!

@liveration 11 месяцев назад

He's very active on Instagram, definitely give him a follow 😁

@saihaynes 3 месяца назад

He has :) @onelifetruckit

@SlaterLater 11 месяцев назад

What an absolute inspiration. Love his go with it attitude - so refreshing.

@PigeonBotherer 11 месяцев назад

Hello! Just thought i'd offer some help about bringing your dog into australia. A lot of people don't know that all animals entering australia have to go through a 6-month quarantine, but if you're flying from certain SE asian countries (malaysia i know for sure) there is a blanket ban on bringing pets with you. You can get around this by having them quarantine in New Zealand first, and then all animals from New Zealand are allowed automatic access to australia without quarantine. So if you're having trouble getting your dog into australia, you might want to consider doing a trip around new zealand first. There are also a lot of vaccinations and tests that need to be done. It's very hard and expensive but it's doable :) It cost me 18k aud to get my dog from malaysia to perth

@mareef9617 11 месяцев назад

Definitely an option... But the rules to get a dog into NZ are also very very strict and require vet certificates, vaccinations and quarantine on arrival. It is not cheap and your paperwork must be 100% correct. I would recommend talking to an pet import agent if you are serious about this as an option.

@PigeonBotherer 11 месяцев назад

@@mareef9617 Well obviously i know that, since i said i brought my dog in 🤣 i didn't pay 18k and send him to NZ so he could be more cultured and sample the cuisine, maree

@mareef9617 11 месяцев назад

Keep your pants on matey potatey. You kind of implied that it was an easy option, but expensive. It's not. I worked at the border for 15 years, in this field, and have seen it go wrong many many times through lack of knowledge and prep... Hence my advice to the chanel ownerl (not you) to use a pet import agent.

@jujuoliver6959 11 месяцев назад

I was watching this quite interested but then was thinking hang on it's not that easy to take pets to certain countries especially Australia and New Zealand too, I would hate him to get so far and have to leave the poor dog somewhere for months.

@PigeonBotherer 11 месяцев назад

@@jujuoliver6959 Yeah :(( it's a very long and expensive process, and sometimes your doggi can be denied entry altogether. It's upsetting but the ecosystems in australia and new zealand are extremely fragile, so it's necessary. A lot of expats don't realise this when they move overseas temporarily, so they will adopt puppies and kittens and then have to abandon them when they move back home

@BagofRust 11 месяцев назад

Bob & Red Enjoy Your Life Changing Journey. What a Legend 🏝️🏝️

@GeffreyKane 2 месяца назад

When life gives you lemons, make lemon schnapps. He said 'bougie' ironically, but its very bougie. Red is AWESOME. It was a challange with my dog & boat/campervan adventures, but he made it the adventure that its been. He has passed away & the consolidation is; he had a life of adventure.

@Painfullyshy5650 11 месяцев назад

Good for you, mate, what a way to turn your life around after hard times. Live your life, man, be free! Best of luck!

@RichInRibeyes 11 месяцев назад

Wise words from this chap. Good luck on your travels mate, absolutely awesome setup 👍🏻 Again, thank you Liveration for this video. A nice boost ahead of a hard days work chasing my own dream of freedom 😊

@andyh126 11 месяцев назад

A cocktail of exuberant enthusiasm and passion with a truck ready for a nuclear apocalypse. I’d be having sleepless nights over the bbq lid though 😂

@liveration 11 месяцев назад

😂😂

@nickbrown6457 11 месяцев назад

I'm the same! I would have to sort that lid out!

@cmb1972 3 месяца назад

glue a strong magnet to the spot on the truck body the lid touches when fully open.

@graemesaunderson4218 11 месяцев назад

Absolutely fantastic mate .You have just built my dream home on wheels .I wish you all the very best of luck in your coming adventure. I have a very strong feeling that it`s going to be wonderful.

@Kitty_cat2001 11 месяцев назад

I’m From Central Victoria Australia & it’s very difficult to bring a pet to oz. I’ve copied & pasted the requirements below, please read them. Pets travelling from non-approved countries have to spend at least six months in an approved country in Category II or III before moving to Australia. Upon entry in Australia, your pet will spend 10 days in the quarantine facility before you can take him or her home. Also good luck-love your rig & dog!

@QuestionThingsUseLogic 11 месяцев назад

We lived near Maryborough, Central Victoria. Now in SA..

@keltait Месяц назад

i can't believe he did this in 6 weeks! im onto my 4th solo build and even doing 50 hours a week ive never got done faster than 4 months. im bloody impressed!

@RoslynHillLatchHookCrochet 21 день назад

Great man my wife and my self are in our 70s and we are living life at 8yrs ago we bought a boat in Australia and a camper van had amazing time good luck in your future plans and keep us updated on your journey and the dog roz and Phil.

@Therealdeal5698 11 месяцев назад

Good luck and safe travels. 100% agree about the dog, he's absolutely up for an adventure 👍

@MrUnder30seconds 11 месяцев назад

id leave that mutt somewhere

@paranihiaanaru4414 4 месяца назад

Love the truck! I agree with Corrina that you need a ramp for the dog - which sounds quite economical. Have fun build. All the best

@a-framesurfmedia 11 месяцев назад

That's incredible. What an inspiration and what a Truck! Keep on trucking mate, good on you! Safe travels!

@chm1701 11 месяцев назад

I don’t think you need it, Bobby, but I wish you all the luck and I hope you find what your looking for. I think it’s bloody amazing!

@lanodramallama 8 месяцев назад

Mate, I'm inspired. My partner is moving to another continent for a job and we've decided for various reasons not to go out there together. My mortgage will be done and dusted in six months. I converted a minibus into a campervan during COVID and have used it enough to know what needs refining. I'm thinking... a year mooching about maybe? Gonna take a while to save up for it. Maybe a year before I can set off. But you're so right. When you have these big upheavals and you're left wondering what's what... it's time for an adventure!

@Jaya-zn7vr 11 месяцев назад

Absolutely love it! Red would 100% say "I want to come too!" Only thing that's missing is a timber ramp with horizontal dowling strips across at every 20cm so Red can access his own home by himself! One, you can both use then slide somewhere when on the move.... See you in Oz...

@haichyou2930 11 месяцев назад

Red would absolutely want to go with you. What an amazing adventure you’re going to have with him. Safe travels to you both 🫡

@sn4kes4ndl4dders 11 месяцев назад

Best of luck mate - what a story you will be able to tell in years to come. Good for you.

@TA-hg8qm 11 месяцев назад

Best wishes Bobby! Love the truck and sweet puppy. Life always ebbs and flows, and glad you are finding your joy again.

@karenlee6501 11 месяцев назад

Love it. You've done a great job. You will have the best time. Red will love his time with you. 😊

@marilyngregg3803 11 месяцев назад

Hey you turned your pain into your passion. You sparked it, literally. I wish you great luck. I'm keen to see your adventures. I love your quote: top tune

@estelletennent7132 11 месяцев назад

What an awesome adventure. Go for it and listen to your heart. What alovely name for your dog Red. What an amazing adventure for him too.

@cheryesido364 6 месяцев назад

When you come to Australia and you're in the Broome area. Head up the Manari Rd to Quondang beach. Such a stunning place to camp. You need to take everything in and take it all out again. And explore the rest of the Dampier peninsula. It's amazing country.

@bandit1732 7 месяцев назад

I’ve watched hundreds of overland vehicle videos and this one is, genuinely, the most interesting I have ever seen. Nice truck, too. Sorry about your breakup but, hopefully, your life is more interesting for it. Safe journeys.

@gloriamariadc7757 6 месяцев назад

HE IS SPOT ON!!! ABT LETTING GO OF THE BURDENS OF LIFE!!

@MK-sw8pk 2 месяца назад

Yet again EXCELLENT. Bobby BIG BALLS what a man. And red.

@dodger2104 11 месяцев назад

Came across this video and had to double take! Great to see you doing something great with your life mate! Traveling is the best gift you can give yourself! Take it easy and look forward to keeping up with your journey. Olly

@colleenbrookes-gain6662 6 месяцев назад

I had such a good laugh... Love the bougie tiny house.. It's adorable 🇿🇦

@JD-84 11 месяцев назад

From one Wigan lad to another, good luck mate i absolutely love what your doing! I seen an artical on Wigan Today about you and here you are again 😂 amazing mate, wish you nothing but the best!

@samuelcraig 6 месяцев назад

A friend of mine drove his landrover (modified) from the uk to Thailand in 2013. He definitely had an amazing adventure, which I'm sure you would to. Definitely consider going to other asian countries (like hong kong or Singapore) rather than Thailand if you're taking the dog to Australia. I believe it's 10 days quarantine from Hong Kong to Australia at the moment.

@flemingo7687 11 месяцев назад

Absolutely just do it! Stay Strong mate… 👌🏻🚚💪

@colinstorrier5057 5 месяцев назад

Good fortune favours the brave Bobby and for what you and Red are taking on you deserve it in abundance .Enjoy

@lisahodges8299 2 месяца назад

I wish him a good recovery from his break up, this lorry should help. Sounds like a big learning curve. Birdy

@dawnthomas6955 11 месяцев назад

Good for you my son lives in a van done it for 7 yrs hes is old now but he does hes best to keep it going he was in a band went all over the world but prefers hes van life and get out and about in the summer seeing lovely places walking and hiking it saved him when the band broke up hope you get to Australia x

@gloriamariadc7757 6 месяцев назад

Wow! Just so amazing! This guy is so next level!!! Wow!

@garyhunt278 11 месяцев назад

So looking forward to following your trip - good luck and be safe

@CP-ix8vq 11 месяцев назад

What a genuine bloke. Good on you Bobby! Soak every minute up.

@TheLeatheryman 11 месяцев назад

All the best mate. I frikkin LOVE that truck! Hope to you and Red around in Queensland bruv!

@KNEWLIFEMEDIA 4 месяца назад

What a great interview champ! Life is what you make it & for what I see your making the BEST out of it. The Rig is awesome inside & out & your companion Red is too cool! Blessings to you brother enjoy life you have a new internet friend, they call me KNEWLIFE..

@christinerobinson4163 2 месяца назад

I love this truck. The story here is so familiar to me. Its very inspiring. I feel like I might be able to reach my dreams if doing this.

@janechanning984 11 месяцев назад

Great truck build, enjoy the adventure, tx for the entertainment.

@IceCreamGuerrilla 11 месяцев назад

Fantastic story and positive vibe bro. Good luck, looking forward to seeing your adventures

@matthewboyle2263 11 месяцев назад

Good for you buddy, what a great home you’ve made and the dog is well up for it 👍

@stephenacquah9053 11 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for sharing. My wife and I always talk about "the vanlife" and I am definitely inspired by your courage. All the best on your travels

@tam2083 11 месяцев назад

Good luck mate just go for it and the dog will love it 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@Spinalcell 7 месяцев назад

Almost wish my life was rubbish to go do this, great emotion and wonderful build, ty for sharing this!!

@beardinabus 9 месяцев назад

Good on you! Keep us updated, look forward to following you👍👍👍

@zloinaopako 11 месяцев назад

Very optimistic. Good luck, you’ll need lots of luck on the road.

@LorraineatNomadicRamblings 11 месяцев назад

Safe travels Bobby! Looking forward to hearing more about your adventures! May bump into you along the way.

@kenscrackofdoom599 11 месяцев назад

Good luck to you and Red wherever you go. Enjoy the journey, you never know where you might end up. The beauty of freedom. I'm envious.

@glentomkins8044 3 месяца назад

Great DIY job mate, but if you're planning to drive as far as Australia, do yourself a favour and be a bit better prepared before you leave. It's great that you have two spare tyres, but you definitely need some kind of mechanical lift system for spare to get them down to the ground and back on the vehicle when you need to change them. You don't want to be lifting 100kg+ tyres by hand in places like Mongolia - be ready before you go. Prepare well, enjoy the trip, see you when you get here!

@Erica-wy8zx Месяц назад

That is one handsome pup! 🦴

@TGB-i8j 11 месяцев назад

You are 1000/0 right I only wished I did it 60 years ago but too old now , plus then it was a lot different then god speed and be safe I want to see this come of truck brilliant work man big thumbs 👍

@travelswithwillow3224 11 месяцев назад

Yea!!! Finally someone from Wigan!! Good luck Bobby! Please comment your RU-vid channel so I can follow !!

@liveration 11 месяцев назад

instagram.com/one.life.truck.it 👍

@Boatdogvantraveller 11 месяцев назад

Thanks Bob.

@robsadventures4653 11 месяцев назад

Well done M8 great truck and happy Adventures

@FredRose2001 11 месяцев назад

Hi well I’m a x pommy bastard, i got out in 1973 best thing I ever did, I can understand your situation and the need to go do something with your life, I’m now a full time Gray Nomad travailing this wide brown land and loving it, look forward to going on your adventures with you, just one thing, please check if your importing a car/truck into Australia you need a certificate to say there is no “Asbestos” used in the construction of the motorhome. It’s not the destination but the journey that counts.

@johnblyth9787 11 месяцев назад

Welcome to Ausie Land. Truly looking foward to you arriving in our great country. Certainly a big decision, but an even bigger adventure. Would love to catch up, so you are booked for Brisbane. Enjoy your trip and see you when you arrive. Much love. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@homeyvancam3887 7 месяцев назад

20 years in home made camper, jacked agood job in london, sold our big house in Surrey...down the .ine..never any regrets..you have to be in an adventure....well done.

@Mark-sg2ri 6 месяцев назад

It’s completely impractical, far too big, uses too much fuel and yet I love it! The build is brilliant good job fella follow your dreams, hope you make it to Oz

@RideAnalog-ch2kr 7 месяцев назад

Make a foldable ramp for the dog, treaded, etc. will make everyone happy 👌

@dylanlanham-cook2706 10 месяцев назад

I understand the struggle, I live in a old Bedford lorry which I have too lift my dogs into the side door and the bed which is in the Luton extension, count yourself lucky as I have two Akitas tho, luckily I have ramp at the back for when I'm park up in a secure place :)

@brendaoneill8572 7 месяцев назад

Great truck, gorgeous dog. Hello from Oz 🇦🇺

@agatarosati8570 11 месяцев назад

What an intelligent guy! Bravo!

@caronbevington2721 4 месяца назад

I took my dog to Australia 9 years ago, and it was 10 days quarantine period

@christinaclayden7353 11 месяцев назад

So jealous. Have the best time ever. You will fall in love with Australia 😊

@markwallington1233 8 месяцев назад

Good luck on your travels fella.

@dismaldog 8 месяцев назад

Wow I will keep a look out for this one here in Australia.

@yogiguitar1 21 день назад

wicked truck! its built and looks like a tonka toy man! nice 1 live the dream!

@robertcroft8241 5 месяцев назад

I am a long time truck traveller. You have forgotten the Number One , Must Have . The Diesel Heater. When you leave Europe you will find only Butaine Gas which will freeze Turn your truck side with the gas towards the morning sun. The Gas needs warmth .

@sparkygazza 11 месяцев назад

Brilliant mate looking forward to your Adventures

@garethellison01 10 месяцев назад

Love this guy. Legend! Always wanted to just up sticks and get after some adventure! 💪🏼 how do we follow him and support him?

@garethellison01 10 месяцев назад

My bad! Found it! Show the guy some support. 💪🏼

@sebrickard7356 11 месяцев назад

This resonates big time. Thanks. All the best for your trip!

@deanoboland 8 месяцев назад

I lived in a American motorhome for 10 years driving around Europe lots of fun , nothing like the freedom. Great video truck is amazing buddy

@itsme4693 11 месяцев назад

Wauw..!!! So clean..👍🏼

@Digital_Media_and_Food_Systems 11 месяцев назад

Please get in touch with Maxx and Occy (also here on RU-vid) and find out how he managed travelling with his companion Occy all over the place in a van (mostly north, central and south Americas) before settling back in Australia with Occy. All the best.

@daisydoberman2011 11 месяцев назад

Lovley clever guy and love your beautiful doggy you will find the right lady nice ones wre out here your very clever good luck gorgeous x 😊

@Star-uk1kh 8 месяцев назад

Great rig " May the road rise to meet you "

@ASBO_LUTELY 11 месяцев назад

Once you run out of land to drive towards Australia, do you get the truck onto a ferry, a cargo ship? How on earth does that part work???

@Terry-zs4ir 10 месяцев назад

Smashing video and advice. Im inspired.

@Doc25034103 8 месяцев назад

As a fellow wiganer I'd like to say awesome, good luck to you pal

@127cmore 11 месяцев назад

A beautiful 😍 conversion 😮, I'm so jealous 😫 😊

@CG-99 11 месяцев назад

Big routing issues in this bold goal - Central Asia route is basically closed due to Azerbaijan issues. Thru Russia and into China is frankly very hard and expensive because foreign drivers can't drive in China. Down through India is complicated by big Iran problems and then almost impossible to get beyond India due to the Myanmar access issue. Only option I can see is a ship from India to Malaysia or Thailand. Then what to do with the truck if you get to Australia?? How will you get the dog into Australia.....that is a whole complicated story in itself.

@Harry._.Thompson 11 месяцев назад

yea although its a Nice idea, I don't know if proper research was used when doing this

@kevinrichards8119 11 месяцев назад

Good on you fella,best wishes from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@andreefaniel4500 7 месяцев назад

EXTRAORDINAIRE / MAGNIFIQUE ❤ Québec

@M.Godfrey 11 месяцев назад

Great work man Bobby needs to start a RU-vid channel

@dellovell3711 11 месяцев назад

Wow sounds amazing. I have got that good job nice house and car and happy married. But lm so envious of you to take the plunge. You and red will have the time of your LIFE'S and never look back definitely made the right decision and the truck looks great all the best.

@vtmielfgirl 11 месяцев назад

Love the truck! Definitely think about where you plan to go for Red’s sake - he is a beauty and would hate for things to go sour for him en route. Lots of quarantine time ahead if you go to the wrong places, too! Personally, I would opt for New Zealand vs Australia - more laid back, fewer poisonous critters, and more interesting landscapes.