10 Awesome Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van Conversions

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The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van is one of the most versatile vehicles on the road today, having grown from its humble roots as a tradesman’s work van and passenger shuttle into a mainstay of executive transport and recreational vehicles. High-end Sprinter conversions are like private jets on wheels, with luxurious leather captain's chairs, large screen LCDs, media ports, and lighting to suit any mood. Our list of 10 awesome Mercedes-Benz Sprinter conversions includes motorhomes from Winnebago and Airstream, along with a slew of extreme luxury vans and work trucks. While the Sprinter was once the only game in town, it now faces formidable competition from the Ford Transit and Ram ProMaster vans. But the Sprinter has an ace-in-the-hole, as it's the only one of the trio to offer all-wheel drive. 

Sprinter Extreme Concept

RENNtech pulls out all the stops with the Sprinter Extreme Concept. This just might be the most over-the-top custom Sprinter conversion ever built. The prolific Florida-based Mercedes-Benz specialist lifted the Sprinter 3500 Cab Chassis and added a Scattolini ScattoMaax "Tipper Bed" to turn the Sprinter into a radical dump truck. (The dump bed is not a one-off; it's available through Innovative Vehicle Solutions, via the Mercedes-Benz MasterUpfitter program.) A custom roof rack was fabricated to mount half a dozen lights, with additional lighting on its sides and front custom brush guard. The Sprinter Extreme’s “G-Class-inspired” bright green beadlock wheels wear off-road tires, while custom rear fenders contain the mud. A radical wrap, chrome side stacks, and a front winch complete the look. You can’t buy one of these beasts off your local Mercedes-Benz dealer’s lot, but if you have the dough, RENNtech just might build one for you.

Winnebago Era

The Winnebago Era is a luxurious Class B Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based motorhome that allows you to not only take your show on the road, but to take it off-road, too. The 4x4 model is Winnebago’s first trail-capable Sprinter RV, with two extra inches of ground clearance. The Era’s gorgeous contemporary interior is offered with four design combinations and includes dimmable LED lighting and blackout shades to set the mood. If you love to cook up the chow, you’ll surely appreciate the fully equipped galley with Corian countertops, a sink, refrigerator/freezer, and microwave, along with a convection oven in the 70C and 70X models. All Era models include a bathroom. The bedroom is fitted with a Flex Bed system that converts two twin beds into a single queen bed.

Airstream Autobahn

Whether your team needs to kick back or get crucial work done on the road, the luxurious 8-passenger Airstream Autobahn executive coach has you covered. The interior is fully kitted out with marine-grade flooring and upper storage cabinets, along with integrated coolers and oodles of cupholders. Top-shelf materials are used throughout the vehicle. The heated rear captain’s chairs feature Ultraleather upholstery with double-stitched piping, as well as power recline and footrests. They even include a swivel feature and retractable tables! The Airstream Smart Control app lets you take charge of the large LED screen, interior lighting, power windows shades, and HVAC via your handheld device. Safety features include lane-keep assist, blind-spot mirrors, and forward collision alert.

Airstream Interstate

The Airstream Interstate is a luxurious compact motorhome built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Extended platform and is offered in two versions: the Grand Tour EXT and the Lounge EXT. The Grand Tour offers seating for two to seven, with a pair of swiveling captain’s chairs up front and a power lounge at the rear of the cabin that folds down to a bed. The Lounge is a touring coach that offers seating for three to nine passengers.There are four swiveling captains chairs up front, with a removable table and a power lounge at the rear. Both the Grand Tour and Lounge include a galley with a cooktop, microwave, and sink, as well as a bathroom with a shower.

Midwest Automotive Design Signature Custom Conversion Sprinter Van

Elkhart, Indiana-based Midwest Automotive Designs is known nationwide for its ultra-luxurious Sprinter conversion vans. Midwest has built Signature Custom Conversions for rock stars, athletes, politicians, and high-powered executives. The company, which specializes in luxury shuttles, mobile offices, custom RV vans, has also found a niche in supplying vans to collegiate golf teams. The appeal is universal. Sports fans have found that a properly kitted Sprinter Conversion van delivers the ultimate tailgate experience. Who could argue with plush leather captains chairs, a fully stocked galley, and a jumbo rear-facing flat-screen LCD? Custom coachwork has a deep history in Indiana, as Auburn, Cord, and Duesenberg were all headquartered in the Hoosier state back in the day. These are the private jets on wheels that you’ve been looking for…

Midwest Automotive Design Mobile Office Sprinter

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is positively ideal for a mobile office conversion. My friend Wade Martin is on his fourth Sprinter conversion and raves about his Midwest Automotive Design mobile office. “If you look at it in terms of billable hours, hiring a driver and traveling in this kind of office-on-wheels is the smartest thing you can do,” says Martin, a financial executive. “Every hour I’m in transit is now a productive hour. And I don't have to work when I get home. I’m relaxed, and I spend more time with my family.” Martin’s van has room to carry eight in complete comfort. His latest Sprinter mobile office is decked out with all the amenities: high-definition flat screens, a large refrigerator, and 4G LTE WiFi.

SNV Aerial Lift by ETI

Need to fit a bucket truck into a tight spot? Just bolt an SNV Aerial lift to a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter conversion van and you’re good to go. While aerial lifts are typically fitted to heavy-duty 3500 series pickup frames or larger dedicated trucks, using a relatively compact Sprinter van opens a new set of possibilities. SNV’s ETT 29N-V Sprinter Aerial Lift/Splicing Units can be mounted on a Sprinter Van Chassis with a minimum GVWR of 11,030 lb. A bridge frame architecture allows for maximum storage capacity and interior accessibility. SNV-equipped Sprinter conversions are well suited for a wide variety of building, landscape, utility, and parking lot maintenance tasks.

Midway Pinnacle Shuttle Bus

The Midway Pinnacle Shuttle Bus is designed with maximum fuel efficiency in mind. It can accommodate up to 17 passengers with a custom body that features an aerodynamic front cap, aluminum shell (with insulated walls and ceiling), and fiberglass running boards. The 40-inch opening of the electronically operated clear electric passenger door eases loading and unloading. Generously sized 36-inch windows include upper T-sliders for ventilation. The interior features anti-slip flooring, and ceiling-mounted halogen lighting, along with cloth side walls and ceiling. A high-capacity rear air conditioning unit keeps things cool in the summer, while a floor-mounted water heater keeps occupants toasty in cold weather. The 12-passenger Wheelchair configuration can accommodate two wheelchairs.

Traumahawk Ambulance by AEV

Most ambulances are built on traditional truck platforms—either cutaway chassis vans or medium-duty trucks. The AEV Traumahawk Ambulance takes a compact approach, with the 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel high-roof Sprinter 2500 as the base. The Traumahawk's cabin is built for the rigors of the job, with ceiling ducted HVAC, a second A/C compressor, Reflectix insulation, heavy duty rubber floor covering and a one-piece gloss-white headliner. The work area is fitted with five LED dome lights, two 125VAC outlets, and two 12-volt outlets, along with a full set of cabinetry and accommodation for oxygen supplies. The exterior is equipped with ample perimeter lighting, as well as the requisite emergency light bars.

Bandango

Need a rent a proper chariot to take your band on the road? Bandago to the rescue! The San- Francisco-based company started out with a small fleet of conventional 15-passenger Ford XLT vans back in 2002 and added custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter conversion vans to the mix in 2004. Bandango rents custom Sprinter conversion vans in Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York, Orlando, Portland, and San Francisco. Sprinters are offered in 10-passenger Deluxe, Captain (shown), and Executive configurations, in addition to a 12-passenger bench. All of Bandago’s Sprinters include an Xbox 360. The Executive adds WiFi and satellite TV. The Deluxe, Captain, and Bench models feature a spacious rear cargo hold to haul the gear. Looking for a throwback ride? Check out Bandago’s retro-tastic gold and green custom 1972 Dodge van. Bandago’s past clients include: Booker T & The MG’s, the Indigo Girls, John Fogerty, the Kings of Leon, Macy Gray, Rick Springfield, Snoop Dogg, Tegan & Sarah, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.