Daily Location Change: The Gun Van moves to a new, random spot across Los Santos every real-world day. Its inventory also refreshes weekly
No Map Icon (Initially): Unlike Ammu-Nation, the Gun Van doesn't appear on your map until you are relatively close, typically within 500 meters
Visual Identification: Look for a black Vapid Speedo van with its back doors open, revealing a vendor inside selling weapons. It's usually parked in unassuming locations
Online Resources: Many dedicated GTA Online community websites and social media accounts track the daily Gun Van location and stock. These are often the quickest way
GTA+ Advantage: If you are a GTA+ subscriber, the Gun Van's icon will always be visible on your map, regardless of your proximity, making it much easier to find
Common Spawn Points: While random daily, the van has a pool of about 30 possible spawn locations. Learning these common spots can help you narrow down your search
Check High-Traffic Areas: Sometimes it appears in more populated zones like downtown Los Santos, sandy shores, or industrial districts
Server Hopping: If you can't find it in your current session, try joining a new online session. The van's location might differ in a different instance of the game
Reload Game: If you're at a known location and it's not there, try restarting your game or switching your spawn point to your last location and entering an invite-only session; this can sometimes resolve spawning issues