£10,995
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Condition:
Used
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Year:
2009
Colour:
Red
Transmission:
Manual
Sleep Capacity:
2
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Mileage:
198,000 miles
Description
I’m selling my 2009 Mercedes Sprinter campervan project. I’ve owned it for three years and made some good progress, but life’s taken me in a different direction, and I’ve decided it’s time to let it go. The van was a Parcelforce vehicle before I got it, and it’s been regularly serviced. It’s got nearly 200,000 miles on it, but the engine and gearbox still run great.
I’ve put a lot into making this van comfortable for all seasons.…
I’m selling my 2009 Mercedes Sprinter campervan project. I’ve owned it for three years and made some good progress, but life’s taken me in a different direction, and I’ve decided it’s time to let it go. The van was a Parcelforce vehicle before I got it, and it’s been regularly serviced. It’s got nearly 200,000 miles on it, but the engine and gearbox still run great.
I’ve put a lot into making this van comfortable for all seasons. It’s fully insulated with a mix of synthetic wool, sheep’s wool, loft insulation, and foil-wrapped bubble wrap.
There’s a 415W solar panel on the roof that’s up and running, plus a Victron twin charger and a campsite cable for 240V power. I have an inverter ready to install, so you can get 240V from the two leisure batteries whenever you’re off-grid.
For ventilation and light, there’s a big skylight, a large door window, a small side vent window, and a roof vent. Inside, the bed frame, seating, and kitchen frame are mostly built, and I added a sliding drawer under the bed for storage. I’ve also made the kitchen cupboard doors, though I haven’t installed them yet.
I’ve kept up with the van’s maintenance, including replacing the brake discs, calipers, and driveshaft. It does need a new water pump soon, but I’m happy to sort that out before selling. I’ll also make sure it has a fresh MOT, oil change, and service.
The quirks:
The van has an automatic locking system that locks the passenger, side, and rear doors automatically, which can be a bit annoying. I got a quote of £400 to have it removed, and I’ve factored that into the price.
The cab’s in decent shape but could use a little love—there’s a tear in the driver’s seat, and it’s a bit worn in places.
The bodywork’s been done, though the roof wasn’t resprayed, so some of the original faded red paint is still visible. I also haven’t replaced the plastic trim parts yet, which would be a quick and inexpensive fix to finish the look.
This van has a lot of potential and would be a great project for someone who wants to put their own stamp on it. It’s located near Ipswich if you want to come and take a look. There has been significant investment, with the equipment alone costing close to the asking price.
I’m happy to answer any questions, send more photos or videos, or arrange a viewing.
I’m not in a rush to sell, but I’m hoping to find someone who sees the potential here. Serious inquiries only, please.
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2009 Mercedes Sprinter LWB Campervan Project - Solar, Insulated, Ready to Finish
£10,995
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Colour:
Red
Transmission:
Manual
Condition:
Used
Year:
2009
Mileage:
198,000 miles
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Colour:
Red
Sleep Capacity:
2
Offer ID #54899
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