2007 Dodge Sprinter 2500 High Roof Camper Van – Love needed!

Price: $12,000 OBO (see known issues)

Location: Portland, OR

Title: Clean

Mileage: 211,000

This is TEEHEE — DIY built-out 2007 Sprinter 2500 camper van with a ton of charm in need of love. 

This van was built out DIY by the previous owner. I bought it in 2022 and put in a ton of mechanical and cosmetic work, expecting to use it as my adventure van. However, life took me to New York for 2 years, and I haven’t been able to complete the build or fix all the issues. The van has huge potential for the right buyer who wants a project! 

🔧 VAN MECHANICAL STATUS (PLEASE READ)

1. ⚠️ Brakes – The hard brake lines need to be replaced, making the van un-drivable in its current state. From my research, the issue is fairly niche — the lines need to be fabricated, fitted, and installed.
2. ⚠️ Rust – There’s some rusting to the van, but no structural issues found by any of the shops we’ve been into.
3. ⚠️ Belts – one of the belts needs to be replaced and currently squeaks while running.
4. ⚠️ Registration – expired in Feb 2025, title is clean and van is exempt from Oregon DEQ due to the “Heavy‑Duty Diesel Exemption”
5. ✅ Transmission – Professionally rebuilt in 2023, with about 3,000 miles on the new unit. Shifts smoothly. 
6. ✅ Engine – Strong and reliable. Oil, fuel filter, and glow plugs were replaced 3,000 miles ago. No oil leaks, no check engine light, no codes!
7. ✅ Electrical – No issues. Both vehicle battery & electrics work well.
8. ✅ Suspension & Steering – Front suspension struts, mounts, and boots replaced at 207,000 miles. No known issues.
9. ✅ Driveline – No issues!
10. ✅ Tires – Firestone AT2 all-terrains. Replaced at 207,000 miles and rated to last until ~257,000 miles. The thread is in great shape. Spare tire included.
11. ✅ Cooling System – No known overheating issues. Radiator, hoses, and fans all function normally.

🚐 VAN BUILD STATUS

1. ⚠️ 1 year idle – the van’s been sitting for 1 year while I’ve lived in NY, much of the build needs a heavy duty cleaning or light repairs to get it into adventure-ready status. The van is being sold “as is” at a steep discount from something turnkey status.
2. ⚠️ DIY build – the former owner’s DIY mentality was functionality > form, and it shows in a few places like the cabinets. 
3. ✅ Bed – Full-size fixed bed platform, including Flarespace flares with windows, allowing you to sleep sideways and save space!
4. ✅ Water System – 2 x 20-gallon freshwater tanks, 1 x 12-gallon graywater tank, electric water pump (switch-operated)
5. ✅ Power –
6. 200Ah lithium house battery
7. 2 x 100 watt roof-mounted solar panels (200 watt)
8. alternator-based battery charging when driving
9. solar controller with full monitoring system (Victron-style)
10. ✅ Lighting & Electrical –
11. multiple 12V circuits for fridge, lights, heater, and more
12. 110V inverter powering 2 wall outlets
13. overhead spot lights + LED strip lighting
14. Custom switch panel near sink controls lights, pump, drain valve
15. 12V electric fridge
16. ⚠️ Heating –
17. Diesel heater taps into van’s fuel tank
18. Thermostat control + digital display
19. Occasionally throws error codes, might need some work
20. ✅ Ventilation –
21. Roof-mounted vent fan with intake/exhaust and thermostat mode
22. ✅ Cooking –
23. Butane camp stove with extra fuel
24. ✅ Extras & Audio –
25. WeBoost cell signal booster gives you advanced coverage in remote areas.
26. Offroad Traction Tracks
27. Rear hitch, with electrical hookup
28. Let me know if you have any questions at all. Happy to give tours of the van, but it is not drivable right now due to the bake issue.

I hope the van finds an owner who can give it the love and attention it needs to get back on the road.