Meet “Vancy,” the fancy van!
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This spacious, beautiful build was designed for full-time living, remote work, and stealth.
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I am the first owner. She is less than 2 years.
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THE VAN
2020 Mercedes Sprinter
Warranty til 10/19/23 or 36k miles
170 wheel base
4wd (4 wheel drive)
16 miles per gallon
2600 miles
Long-lasting Diesel engine
High roof
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RARE FEATURES
Mercedes no longer making 4X4 Sprinters
Rare combination 170 wheel base plus 4X4
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THE BUILD
Spacious layout for comfortable full-time use
Custom-built by Craft Autoworks in Reno
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REMOTE WORK
Work remote without hip and back pain!
Electric adjustable height sit / stand desk
Large monitor with movable arm
Perch stool for good posture while seated
Weboost signal booster improves phone signal for hotspot
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STEALTH MODE
Never pay for hotels again
Discreet white exterior appears commercial
Blends in to the best neighborhoods for city stealth parking
No windows (except cab and sunroofs) ensure privacy and security
Park overnight anywhere a car can park
As long as you are discreet, no one will bother you
(Tip: never park multiple consecutive nights in the same spot)
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ELECTRICITY
Large battery bank charges while you drive to provide electricity
With light usage, a full battery will last ~3 days
Option to use extension cord (included) to plug in to outlet
Option to attach external solar panel (not included)
Full electric AC/DC system
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KITCHEN
22 gallon fresh water tank
Option to add 2nd tank (not included) for 44 gallons
Durable white formica cabinets will hurt you more than you hurt them
Giant 28” stainless steel sink with hose sprayer
Water heater for hot water
Fridge with option for freezer
Butcher block countertops
Electric induction cooktop
22 gallon gray water tank with electric
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SUNROOFS
2 sunroof windows open for air flow
Natural sunlight with complete privacy
Built in bug screens and light-blocking shades
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TOILET
Nature’s Head compost toilet separates liquids and solids
Dump liquids into any public toilet
Solids tank is filled with peat moss to magically compost your poop
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TABLE / BENCH
Laguna table moves in all directions for many positions
Long bench (74” x 21”) with cozy, flat bench cushions
Bench doubles as spare bed
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HEATER / AC
Air Conditioner in the living area runs off battery
Heater in living area runs off diesel
Small plug-in space heater runs off electricity dump valve
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BED
6′ long x 4.5′ wide
Horizontal bed allows more spacious living area
Discreet flares allow for the 6’ bed height
Bed lifts at head or feet for lounging, reading, laptop work
Comfortable mattress
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SHOWER
Outdoor shower with hot water
Or, wash up with hose sprayer in the giant sink
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LIGHTS
2 tracks on ceiling with remote control
Dimmer to adjust brightness
Set to warm or cool light
1 track light under sink for cooking
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STORAGE
Large space under bed
Pack storage bins, mountain bikes, skis, dogs, etc
Strap track allows items to be secured while driving
Additional storage space above the cab
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TV
Connect desk monitor to your laptop to watch movies on big screen
Monitor arm swivels to face bench and bed
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INCLUDES
Leveling blocks
Battery powered fan
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DETAILS
Flares by Flarespace
Baltic Birch walls and ceiling wrapped in automotive Suede
3M Thinsulate Insulation + Reflectix layer
Custom CNC cut Formica bonded baltic birch plywood
Dometic CFX3 75DZ fridge inside the bench seating
Natures Head composting toilet
Nomadic Cooling 12v roof mount air conditioner
Dometic Heki Midi Skylights x2
Nations Dual Alternator 24v 150amp kit
Espar D2-S2L Diesel Heater
600Ah Battle Born Lithium Battery pack
4000 watt 24v Magnum inverter/charger
Bosch 2.5 Gallon electric water heater
WeBoost Cell Signal Booster
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I really loved Vancy, and I hope you will too! <3
