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Van LifeSprinterSouthwest
Full-Time Sprinter Van Conversion
$28,000
About This Build
A full 144" high-roof Mercedes Sprinter conversion built for full-time van life. Insulated with Thinsulate, plywood walls, fixed queen bed over garage storage, 400Ah lithium battery system, and a propane/induction kitchen. This van has covered 60,000+ miles across the US and Canada. Everything is modular for easy repairs.
Gear List
Sleep System
$1,145| Item | Notes | Cost | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper Sleep Element Mattress (Short Queen) | — | $695 | — |
| Custom Fixed Platform Bed w/ Garage DIY plywood build with 3" foam topper | DIY plywood build with 3" foam topper | $450 | — |
Cooking
$979| Item | Notes | Cost | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dometic CFX3 45 Compressor Fridge | — | $799 | Buy |
| Companion 2-Burner Propane Cooktop | — | $180 | — |
Storage
$1,100| Item | Notes | Cost | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thule Overhead Cabinets (×3) | — | $780 | — |
| Custom Garage Storage w/ Drawers | — | $320 | — |
Power & Electronics
$6,030| Item | Notes | Cost | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Born 100Ah LiFePO4 (×4) 400Ah total, 10-year warranty | 400Ah total, 10-year warranty | $4,400 | — |
| Jackery 1000 Pro + 2× 200W Panels Solar keeps batteries topped off 300+ days/year | Solar keeps batteries topped off 300+ days/year | $1,450 | Buy |
| Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/30 | — | $180 | — |
Miscellaneous
$950| Item | Notes | Cost | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webasto Air Top 2000 STC Heater Diesel heater — runs all winter without propane | Diesel heater — runs all winter without propane | $950 | — |
Total Build Cost
$28,000