Ultimate Off‑Grid Adventure Van

Mercedes Sprinter, 4‑Berth, Carbon Fibre now 3.5T

A one‑of‑a‑kind, carbon‑fibre body Mercedes Sprinter adventure van with serious pedigree. Originally a £250k ex‑Met Police riot vehicle, now transformed into a cosy, rustic 4‑berth off‑grid camper. Ultra‑strong carbon body (no rust), smooth V6 auto engine, officially downrated to 3.5T so anyone can drive it. Loaded with solar, diesel heating, Webasto cooking, Dometic fridge-freezer, and a unique layout built for real adventures. Tough, characterful, and ready for its next family.

Key Features & Upgrades

• Chassis & Body

  • Mercedes Sprinter 519 (3.0L V6 diesel, automatic)

  • Carbon‑fibre coach‑built body (no rusty panels)

  • Kevlar fuel tank protection

  • Heavy‑duty security latches

  • Medium wheelbase, tight turning circle

  • 96k miles

• Driving & Legal

  • Officially downrated to 3.5T (certificate included)

  • Driveable on a standard UK licence

  • Smooth, powerful V6 engine

• Sleeping & Seating

  • 4 legal belted seats (+ optional bolt‑in 5th seat)

  • Swivel front seats + folding table

  • Fixed double bed

  • 2 custom bunks with upholstered cushions

• Off‑Grid Power

  • 280W solar (2 × 240W panels)

  • 30A dual battery MPPT controller

  • Deep‑cycle leisure batteries (add your details here)

  • Sterling DC‑DC charger

  • Victron 500W inverter

  • Victron Smart Shunt (Bluetooth monitoring)

• Kitchen & Comfort

  • Dometic CRX65 12V fridge (with freezer)

  • Webasto diesel cooking hob

  • Foot‑pump sink + 80L fresh water tank

  • Diesel hot air heater

  • Roof‑mounted air‑conditioning unit

  • Extractor fan

• Interior & Entertainment

  • Bluetooth amp + rear speakers

  • Black‑out blinds

  • Warm rustic interior finish

Honest Bits

• DVLA Downrating: Certificate included; new owner just needs to post it with the V5C. Until DVLA updates it, a C1 driver must collect it.

• No built‑in shower/toilet: We used a rear‑door shower bag + portable loo.

• Rear door latch: Opens from inside only.

• Stereo: Head unit dead; wiring + DAB antenna ready for replacement.

• Bodywork: A few dents/dings from its riot‑van past. Cab has small rust patches (driver’s door bottom, fuel cap area). Chassis and usual Sprinter rust spots are solid.

“Boudicca” has been our family adventure van for 6 years. She’s tough, unique, and fully equipped for off‑grid living. Reluctant sale—ready for her next chapter.