The best Mercedes Sprinter campervan conversion I have seen

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  • Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
  • This Mercedes Sprinter campervan conversion has been built by friends of mine and will be available for purchase within a few weeks. The campervan is built on the 593cm long Sprinter chassis, it has been extended by a flare on the left side to enable a 190cm long width wise bed. The campervan is fully loaded with napa leather seating, Dometic air conditioning, two way Vitrifrigo fridge, Dometic oven and a horrible Nespresso 'coffee' machine. For such a small campervan the toilet and washroom has been well put together and comes with a roof vent - the electric plugs will be covered inside.
    Those interested are invited to contact : car4rest.com/#/#!/kontakt (Details of the vehicle not yet available on the website,)

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  • @jhare18
    @jhare18 2 года назад +2

    You are not bias, it is truly nice interior design.

  • @dougieranger
    @dougieranger 2 года назад +7

    What a fantastic, tasteful, conversion. All I’d do to that is add more PV panels,uprate the suspension for off-road and add a set of Black Rhino wheels. It’s beautiful. 👍🏼

  • @jodaniel2361
    @jodaniel2361 2 года назад +7

    Lovely van, but personally the lack of headroom to sit up in bed is off-putting. I wish designers would put deeper storage at the foot of the bed, and shallow/short/no lockers at the head end. Sitting up in bed with a book and a drink at the end of the day is an integral part of using our van, and becomes even more important in a layout like this with the small front lounge.

  • @ampersand.
    @ampersand. 2 года назад +5

    That`s really rather nice isn`t it! The banana storage is a particularly novel concept :D

  • @animallover19581
    @animallover19581 2 года назад +10

    Looking at that flair, great idea. Why not put something similar on the roof for extra headroom in the shower.
    Some kit packed in a small van.
    Great presentation as always.

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +3

      In a way there is something for extra headroom in the shower with the skylight which protrudes above the roof!

  • @RobertoMartinez-pr9bd
    @RobertoMartinez-pr9bd 2 года назад +4

    I like the shower and toilet. This is the van for me.

  • @dianabalto
    @dianabalto 2 года назад +2

    I like the step up to the bed and the wood floors. Very smart built !

  • @jasonw3303
    @jasonw3303 2 года назад +2

    Absolutely one of the nicest ones I’ve seen.

  • @amanitamuscaria7500
    @amanitamuscaria7500 2 года назад +3

    That's nifty Alan. Newcastle Brown, lol. Width way bed is sensible. It's hot in the uk too, down South. Not so much in Yorkshire, I'm glad to say. Take care.

  • @AdventureVanExpo
    @AdventureVanExpo 2 года назад +4

    That is some great looking upholstery! Good looking build

  • @sleepycalico
    @sleepycalico 2 года назад +10

    The finishes are gorgeous. I do wonder if the flare interferes with the side-view mirror. Or maybe cameras provide the unobstructed view of traffic nowadays.

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +5

      In my experience there is no problem Dana - it does not stick out that much!

  • @davdonoghue
    @davdonoghue 9 месяцев назад

    "Doesnt have to be water " 🤣😂Excellent presentation - very impressive van.

  • @susankustich1720
    @susankustich1720 2 года назад +2

    Oh yes for sure one of the best conversions! Gorgeous!

  • @DeanPattrick
    @DeanPattrick 2 года назад +3

    Really solid design, very well thought out for a small van.

  • @mohamedfaizalosman6669
    @mohamedfaizalosman6669 2 года назад +3

    very nice interior

  • @djmueller1676
    @djmueller1676 2 года назад +1

    Good video. You showed us how close your head was to the ceiling (in the bathroom), you should tell us how tall you are (for perspective)

  • @andreafisherwriter
    @andreafisherwriter 11 месяцев назад +1

    Gorgeous Alan. I need all the windows offered in Hymer- i know one pays a steep price for thatI! Unfortunately I might be claustrophobic without those . Looking for a long stay sprinter, not just🎉 weekend camping. Otherwise would take this in a heartbeat. It’s lovely! Good job mate.

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  11 месяцев назад

      I sympathise with the problem about light Andrea. The advantage of a Sprinter campervan is the ease of use as it is so narrow. It comes with Mercedes quality but as it is not wide then it is going to be a bit dark inside. Maybe you should try a motorhome which will have more windows and be much brighter inside - but be wider too making it more difficult to drive.

    • @andreafisherwriter
      @andreafisherwriter 11 месяцев назад

      @@VanlifewithAlan Yes- we are concerned about the difficulty driving anything larger than the sprinter van. Thanks for your feedback 🙋🏻‍♀️

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 2 года назад +1

    Cans of Newcastle brown 😂😂😂 haven’t heard anyone mention that drink for years!

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +2

      The very last time I saw a can of Newcastle Brown was a pile of them stacked on a pallet in Santa Barbara, California! But it will do as a commentary for people of my age and my background!

  • @andrealaphilippe5926
    @andrealaphilippe5926 2 года назад +3

    Nice finishes but arguably the most expensive part of a conversion is the electrical system and LiFePo4 is the standard . What happened here? A lead acid varta battery and that’s it? Perhaps there’s another one tucked away but this looks more like a van that’s always going to be at a campsite plugged in rather than by the lake for days..

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +1

      One can take a LiFePO4 battery - that is a minor point. This is a prototype and batteries can easily be switched.

  • @whereveraway
    @whereveraway 2 года назад +4

    Same length as our Eriba but 3 x the cost and a lot less space. The thought of sitting on a car seat as your main relaxing seat just doesn't do it. In winter, if you open that side door you would freeze. Nice van though.

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +2

      I think it worth pointing out that an Eriba does not come with an engine!

  • @arnelenecorcuera8507
    @arnelenecorcuera8507 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful van 😊😊😊 I find the side comments funny 😁😁😁

  • @janiktinny
    @janiktinny 2 года назад +2

    Great floor. From Zgierz. And its nice to learn language here too. :))

  • @peterclose9073
    @peterclose9073 Год назад

    We have Hymer free S600. Same base van, similar layout but in my opinion much better use of space. What do you think?

  • @shermainecraigwell2492
    @shermainecraigwell2492 2 года назад +2

    love the interior, please tell who made what.

  • @tanyaashby9599
    @tanyaashby9599 Год назад +1

    So I agree that its a beautiful conversion but for the money I'd rather get a van and build my own rather than get one I almost love. Conversion kits are readily available if you're not too skilled these days but it's all about having a go and enjoying the process lol.

  • @brighton_dude
    @brighton_dude 2 года назад +9

    It is a very nice van conversion, but personally I would prefer a small motorhome. For €85-90,000 you are in Wingamm territory and I would prefer a Wingamm to that myself. There are other small motorhomes as well of course. With the small motorhome you have vertical sides which brings a lot more space compared to the Sprinter with its very sloping sides. The body of the small motorhome has been designed to be a motorhome so you have sensible doors with openings the right size and shape for their purpose.

    • @Timeculture
      @Timeculture 2 года назад +2

      Obviously they appeal very much to you. I don’t think you’re wrong at all. The rest of us however like to know that we can convert the motor home to a totally different use in the future, hence the sprinter conversion.
      Also, it doesn’t stick out as a home on first impressions

  • @ianhearn9655
    @ianhearn9655 2 года назад +1

    Good to hear you like a drop of Broon Ale

  • @pwlw185
    @pwlw185 2 года назад +2

    If that’s the best one you need to get out a bit more. AC power in the shower, cooking gas stored where? 12v outlet above the sink, battery with numerous dodgy connections and possibly undersized cables, and no bus on cabling, did not see any safety switch, external flair obstructs rear view mirror view which is a great advantage of the Sprinter.

  • @bettyboohadapoo
    @bettyboohadapoo 2 года назад

    I always want to watch your vids but they never show a clear, full length view of the interior. Could you show a few stills or one long shot?

  • @happyglampers9053
    @happyglampers9053 2 года назад +4

    Great features. We’ve similar flares on our self build. What’s the name of the sliding mosquito screen please? 👍

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +3

      There are a number of manufacturers now including Horrex, Remis, Dometic and others!

    • @happyglampers9053
      @happyglampers9053 2 года назад +2

      @@VanlifewithAlan Thank you. We’re in the uk and ive only seen the Remis version for a ducato. Haven’t been able to find something this tidy. All of the ones that I’ve seen are ok, but very diy looking. This sliding door looks very smart👍

  • @JayJay-sg7zl
    @JayJay-sg7zl 2 года назад +5

    Beautiful I would of added solar panels

  • @alantracy6757
    @alantracy6757 2 года назад +3

    You get to a certain age and you need a proper bed that means a 7 metre fan. imho these small vans are for the kids

  • @jasonosullivan8068
    @jasonosullivan8068 2 года назад +3

    I think it's all over the place small ...small storage over priced not a practical motorhome..... in my opinion....thanks for posting Alan this 1 just has no spark for me .....take care

  • @duncancameron9734
    @duncancameron9734 Год назад +1

    Lovely van but for that price you could get a 6 berth motorhome.

  • @StanRapp
    @StanRapp 2 года назад +2

    Alan, what is that flooring? How is it called? Do you mind sharing a link? Thanks! Interior is really amazing, great job!

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +1

      Unfortunately I can't give a link to the flooring as I don't know where to find it! But if I find out, I will publish it!

    • @StanRapp
      @StanRapp 2 года назад

      @@VanlifewithAlan Thanks, I really want to get the same for my van. Do you think it is marine vinyl flooring?

  • @mrcarl5481
    @mrcarl5481 2 года назад +3

    Yes nicely built van and good layout. I'd spec it without AC for more solar on top and the lithium like you mentioned. Would look extremely smart with some black alloys and AT tyres and giving the Hymer X-over a run for its money 👍

  • @stunnagoldknakis5918
    @stunnagoldknakis5918 2 года назад +2

    Bro u not afraid the coffee beans burn u in the comment section??🤣🤣

  • @nehemiahvalerio9861
    @nehemiahvalerio9861 2 года назад +1

    “Im somewhat BAAIYYAASED!”

  • @sdferh
    @sdferh 2 года назад +1

    Ok for a day van 👍

  • @BrokenBackMountains
    @BrokenBackMountains 2 года назад +3

    Bottles of Newcastle, not cans :)
    Nice van. Like the way they got a transverse bed in and good use of space.
    Have a sudden craving for a bottle of broon now.

  • @SH-pg1wo
    @SH-pg1wo 2 года назад +2

    Yes but what manufacturer is it please?

  • @BrianEdge-bv5lw
    @BrianEdge-bv5lw Год назад +1

    Might sound like a silly question but, is this SWB or MWB?

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  Год назад +1

      There a few silly questions, only silly answers. The SWB is 527cm long and not suitable for campervans, this is the six metre version (or just under) and MWB.

  • @MamaKim.
    @MamaKim. 2 года назад +2

    Great van! Is that an electric oven combined microwave?

  • @mariasoleimani9513
    @mariasoleimani9513 11 месяцев назад +1

    Beautiful. How much is it?

  • @JohnDoe-ds6pr
    @JohnDoe-ds6pr 2 года назад

    If this is the best van you've ever seen... you must have never left your suburb before.

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад

      I wrote Mercedes Sprinter campervan.

    • @JohnDoe-ds6pr
      @JohnDoe-ds6pr 2 года назад +3

      @@VanlifewithAlan My apologies.
      If this is the best Mercedes Benz Sprinter campervan you've ever seen... you must have never left your suburb before.😆

  • @AllainHirsh
    @AllainHirsh Год назад +1

    Alan. who is the manufacturer in poland

  • @gideonporter537
    @gideonporter537 2 года назад +1

    Permanent toilet/shower is a waste of good space. Hideaways give the same functionality but allows a more spacious feel to an already compact space.

  • @samtabachnik-bj5mp
    @samtabachnik-bj5mp 3 месяца назад

    What it’ the cost??

  • @waynemantle6274
    @waynemantle6274 2 года назад

    Best u have seen?? Think u need to look at mine on profile picture 😎😎😎

  • @simeonbriggs
    @simeonbriggs 2 года назад +3

    Not dissimilar to the Hymer Grand Canyon S, maybe a little less practical

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад

      I think this is more practical than the Hymer - and it is considerably cheaper!

  • @SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers
    @SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers 2 года назад +1

    Electric in the shower?

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад

      Most vans do have electric in the shower area, as stated this is a prototype and the protecting cover had not been added at the time of filming.

    • @SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers
      @SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers 2 года назад

      Thanks for your reply. It’s that it’s not what I would have. It’s a small space and if a hairdryer is plugged in, and you accidentally knock on the shower, you could be electrocuted; especially if connected to the mains or the inverter is producing 230V.

  • @BigVanSmallWorld
    @BigVanSmallWorld 2 года назад +2

    Nice but not as good as mine lol 👍🤓👍🍻🍻

  • @pmnfernando
    @pmnfernando 12 дней назад

    like i would ever pay those numbers for a van conversion.

  • @stephenbaker9459
    @stephenbaker9459 2 года назад

    Check out Paradise Motorhomes Australia...... Their transformations make this thing look Old Fashioned...

  • @omerdemirci6416
    @omerdemirci6416 2 года назад +2

    Türkiye fiyatı ne

  • @ken355555
    @ken355555 2 года назад +1

    What a crazy price for tiny cramped van

  • @robgindc1
    @robgindc1 2 года назад

    1:14 - "not very keen on the decor"? Wow! That was wildly unprofessional and rude to actually say; I'd have shoved out the door!

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад

      You clearly don't know what professional means.

  • @geekcooldrakapa5944
    @geekcooldrakapa5944 8 месяцев назад +1

    not mentioning your hight...

  • @liamfinch4129
    @liamfinch4129 2 года назад

    I thought you were going to show me something special! This van is a pretty average, bog standard layout conversion. Nothing to see here.

  • @fredflintstone1428
    @fredflintstone1428 2 года назад +1

    Nice van, but nothing special.

  • @brettgoodwin6052
    @brettgoodwin6052 2 года назад

    Just same old, same old! Done well but nothing new

  • @anthonyofarrell513
    @anthonyofarrell513 2 года назад

    Are you serious?

  • @Romperstompa187
    @Romperstompa187 2 года назад

    Booooring,absolut the same like 234,000 other Van - what is different,nothing.It`s only for weekend camper with person had many monay.

  • @adrianobernardes4448
    @adrianobernardes4448 2 года назад

    Better buy some russian van.

  • @rumwilliam2767
    @rumwilliam2767 Год назад +1

    To small

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  Год назад

      In that case you need a bigger van.

    • @rumwilliam2767
      @rumwilliam2767 Год назад

      @@VanlifewithAlan not good for your health living like that

  • @johnb307
    @johnb307 2 года назад +3

    Nice van Alan but at that price not for me, I much prefer the room a similar priced motorhome would provide. 🚍👍

    • @mossieomahony8361
      @mossieomahony8361 2 года назад +1

      Hi Alan..... Great video and love the van...👍
      Question for you... what's the bed system ? The mattress ?
      I think you said it was a German Company 🤔
      Thanks In Advance

    • @VanlifewithAlan
      @VanlifewithAlan  2 года назад +1

      It is a Froli System which provides individual point-by-point support, which one would not get from an unsprung mattress, and also provides for good air circulation which hopefully would stop the build up of mould.