The Sully Van

2026

Date of Build

Mercedes Sprinter AWD

Chassis

170

Length

Build Tier

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This 2025 Mercedes Sprinter 170 AWD conversion is built on the Olympus tier and designed for travelers who want extended living space, strong off grid capability, and premium comfort features. The longer 170 wheelbase allows for a more spacious layout, including a full indoor shower, expanded storage, a dedicated dog bed bench, and additional seating.

With a 400Ah lithium battery system, solar charging, roof mounted air conditioning, diesel heat, and Starlink connectivity, this build is designed for extended travel and remote work while maintaining the comfort of a well designed living space.

Features

Platform

  • 2025 Mercedes Sprinter 170 AWD
  • Olympus build tier, level 4 of 5
  • Extended 170 wheelbase layout

Electrical

  • 400W solar system
  • 100 amp DC to DC battery charger
  • 400Ah SOK smart lithium iron phosphate battery
  • 3000W pure sine wave inverter/charger
  • 5x 110V outlets with USB A and USB C
  • 1x GFCI outlet on control panel
  • Additional switched GFCI outlet for Bosch
  • 30 amp shore power plug-in

Plumbing

  • 33 gallon over-the-wheel-well freshwater tank
  • Water level sensor
  • Freshwater heating pad
  • Greywater system with heating pad
  • Indoor shower with white FRP walls
  • Bemiso shower mat with suction cups
  • Papago 3D printed shower drain
  • Quick connect outdoor shower
  • Electric water heater
  • Laveo dry flush toilet with internal battery
  • Anti slip pad under toilet
  • Rain cover for toilet

Heating and Cooling

  • Premium insulation package with Havelock wool
  • Foam insulation on all PEX plumbing lines and fittings
  • Exterior pipe insulation for under van plumbing
  • RecPro tank heater pad on greywater tank
  • RecPro tank heater pad on freshwater tank
  • Maxxair Deluxe ceiling vent fan with remote
  • 12V roof mounted air conditioning unit with remote
  • Espar diesel powered cabin heater

Kitchen

  • Acacia butcher block countertop
  • Flip up extension counter
  • Stainless steel undermount sink
  • Portable single burner induction cooktop
  • Cooktop storage under sink
  • Isotherm Cruise 85 refrigerator
  • 700W microwave

Interior and Design

  • Stained wood ceiling
  • Painted shiplap siding
  • Luxury vinyl plank wood style flooring
  • Recessed dimmable LED ceiling lights
  • 3 reading lights wired independently

Storage

  • 5 overhead cabinets
  • 24 inch under counter double door cabinet
  • Floor to ceiling closet with hanging rod
  • Bench seat with flip out dog bed and storage
  • Bench seat at bed with hinged lid storage
  • Headliner shelf
  • 2 FVCO heavy duty pull out trays
  • FVCO Sprinter step extension shoe cubby

Sleeping and Living

  • Queen memory foam mattress, 75 x 60 x 6 inches
  • Driver and passenger swivel seats
  • Lagun adjustable swivel table
  • Sliding door window
  • Solid rear door windows
  • 3 bunk windows with CRL 10×33 half sliders

Technology and Connectivity

  • VIZIO 24 inch smart TV with swivel mount
  • Starlink In Motion High Performance Kit

Exterior and Upgrades

  • FVCO Sprinter roof rack
  • Wheel wrap side ladder
  • Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade
  • All terrain wheels and tires (Nitto Ridge Grappler)
  • Steel Craft side steps

Safety

  • Carbon monoxide and smoke detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Magnetic blackout window coverings

Interior Colors and Finishes

  • Flooring: Chaparral Oak
  • Ceiling, countertops, trim stain: Traditional
  • Cabinet paint: White (Papago Soft White walls)
  • Fixtures: Black
  • Outlets: White
  • Door hardware: Black leather with black knobs
  • Rims: Arsenal matte black
  • Cushion fabric: Sunbrella Instinct Espresso