Two Beds with Full Shower! Luxury 4×4 Van Conversion
🚐 Luxury Van Build:
This van, built on a 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 model, features high-end materials and design elements to create a luxurious living space within the compact 144 wheelbase. The van is equipped with dual swivel seats, a lagoon table, and a multi-purpose bench that doubles as a secondary sleeping area.
🛏️ Interior Design and Storage:
The interior includes a combination of leather seats, a White Oak wall, and ample storage options, including overhead cabinets, a headliner shelf, and drawers integrated into the bench. The design emphasizes functionality, with features like a reading light with a USB port and dimmable lighting throughout the van.
🍳 Kitchen and Dining Area:
The kitchen is equipped with a solid surface countertop, a two-burner induction cooktop, and a deep gunmetal sink with a matte black faucet. Storage is optimized with drawers that include locking mechanisms to prevent movement while driving, and a 12V Dometic fridge/freezer provides space for cold storage.
🚿 Full-Size Shower and Bathroom:
A full-size shower with flexible PVC tiles and a detachable Delta shower head is included, providing a luxury rarely found in smaller wheelbase vans. The shower also houses a cassette toilet, and the space is finished with a Nautilus door for a sleek, space-saving design.
🛠️ Electrical and Climate Control:
The van features a Victron battery monitor, a 12V rooftop AC unit, and 680 amp-hours of lithium power, supported by 350 watts of solar panels and a 60 amp alternator charger. The electrical setup ensures the van can stay off-grid for extended periods.
💡 Additional Features:
The garage area includes a 30-gallon fresh water tank, a 2.5-gallon electric water heater, and outlets for charging external equipment. The exterior is finished with BFG all-terrain tires, method wheels, and a low-profile roof rack with a side ladder for easy access to the solar panels.
Insights Based on Numbers
- 144 Wheelbase: Compact design, efficiently utilizing space to include luxury features like a full shower and dual sleeping areas.
- 680 Amp-Hours: Large battery capacity ensures long-term off-grid capability, supported by solar and alternator charging systems.
- 30-Gallon Fresh Water Tank: Provides ample water for extended trips, reducing the need for frequent refills.