PRO-Built OFF-GRID SPRINTER | Victron System + Lithium Ion Battery Bank | $45K + documented investment in materials and upgrades | Fully Maintained with receipts | Comes turnkey and recently serviced. Ready for immediate adventure!!
🌊 STORY
This van—“The Orca”—was purpose-built as a full-time live-aboard and has been a truly life-changing vehicle. It just received a brand new professional exterior paint job with warranty, addressing the known factory paint issues on these models.
I’m a finish carpenter by trade and built this van while working on custom vans in Southern California. The layout is inspired by the classic Westfalia design, adapted for the Sprinter platform with a focus on comfort, durability, and efficient use of space.
I lived in the van full-time for 3 years, and everything was designed for real-world use in all climates. It’s been lightly used in recent years after we relocated to Hawaii, and all maintenance has been consistently handled by certified Sprinter specialists with full records included.
⚙️ MECHANICAL
The van has a clean mechanical bill of health with recent major maintenance completed, including brakes, tires, glow plugs, and serpentine belt.
The 3.0L V6 diesel (NCV3) platform is known for longevity, with many examples exceeding 500k+ miles when properly maintained. This van has been proactively serviced with full documentation.
🏡 LIVING SETUP -Built for durability and real world use. This is not a lightweight or budget conversion.
Full-size upper bed + convertible lower bed
Hot/cold water system + kitchen
Diesel heater (Webasto) for all climates
Large rear garage for gear storage
Designed for full-time living or extended travel
⚡ Electrical (Premium Victron System)
200Ah Battle Born lithium (heated)
Victron Orion-TR Smart charger (alternator charging)
Victron BMV-712 Bluetooth monitor
Samlex 2000W inverter/charger (shore power capable)
300W solar (Silfab) + Morningstar controller
Blue Sea systems + full DC sub panel
🏔 Exterior / Off-Grid Capability
Full professional paint job (warranty)
Aluminess front hitch + rear receiver
Custom roof rack, ladder & surf pole
300W solar + MaxxAir fan
Rear lighting + front light bar
Spare tire mount + bike rack
Exterior storage + recovery gear (Maxtrax, straps, chains)
22 gal fresh water tank (underslung)
Webasto Airtop 2000ST heater
🏡 Interior Build (Marine-Grade)
Marine-grade maple cabinetry
White oak butcher block countertop
Loncoin waterproof flooring
Isotherm Cruise 85 fridge
2-burner propane stove
Hot + cold water sink
10 gal grey tank w/ dump valve
LED lighting throughout (dimmable)
🛏 Living + Sleeping
Full-size upper bed
Convertible lower bed (bench → sleep)
Memory foam cushions (marine vinyl)
Insulated blackout window covers
Overhead + rear storage systems
đźšż Utilities & Storage
Hidden cassette toilet
Garage storage w/ organized systems
Water filtration + hoses included
Shore power + 100’ extension
⚙️ Mechanical Upgrades
220A upgraded alternator
ECU tune (power + efficiency)
Bilstein B6 shocks
Upgraded rear leaf spring
New brakes, rotors, tires
New glow plugs + serpentine belt