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Desert Drift

This 2025 Sprinter AWD 170 in our El Capitan Tier is built for travelers who want comfort, storage, and capability in one clean setup. It features a king bed, 800Ah Battle Born power system, 33 gallon water tank, roof A/C, diesel heat, full kitchen, outdoor shower setup, weBoost connectivity, and a rugged exterior package with upgraded suspension, recovery gear, extra fuel capacity, and rear storage.

Platform

  • 2025 Mercedes Sprinter 170 AWD
  • El Capitan build tier, level 5 of 5
  • Extended 170 wheelbase layout
  • Vehicle body flares
  • Swivel passenger and driver seats
  • All-terrain wheels and tires

Electrical

  • 400W solar system
  • 100 amp DC-DC battery charger
  • 800Ah Battle Born smart lithium iron phosphate battery
  • 3000W pure sine wave inverter/charger
  • 6x 110V electrical outlets with USB-A and USB-C
  • 1x 110V GFCI outlet on side of 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
  • Quick connect outdoor shower with upgraded black shower head
  • Rear door shower privacy screen
  • Electric water heater
  • Laveo dry flush toilet with internal battery
  • Felt bottom and vertical mounted leather handle
  • Velcro strap to hold toilet in cabinet

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 conditioner with remote
  • Espar diesel powered cabin heater

Kitchen

  • Acacia butcher block countertop
  • Pop-up end counter
  • Stainless steel undermount sink
  • Flush butcher block sink insert
  • Portable single burner induction cooktop
  • Cooktop storage under sink
  • Isotherm Cruise 130 refrigerator
  • 700W microwave

Interior and design

  • Natural Walnut acoustic slat panel ceiling with black felt
  • Integrated ceiling strip lighting
  • Painted shiplap siding
  • Luxury vinyl plank wood style flooring
  • Advanced interior lighting package
  • LED strip under kitchen kicker
  • Garage light
  • 2 reading lights wired independently
  • White Seekr Sirocco II wall mounted fan

Storage

  • 2 overhead cabinets
  • 28 inch under counter double-door cabinet
  • 2x 15 inch under counter drawer/storage cabinet combos
  • 2 floor-to-ceiling closets with shelves and hanging rods
  • Custom CNC bench seat with Laveo toilet and separate storage door
  • CA Vans folding bed step
  • 2 FVCO heavy duty pull out trays
  • FVCO Sprinter van step extension shoe cubby
  • Headliner shelf
  • FVCO rear storage box

Sleeping and living

  • King memory foam bed
  • 75 inch front-to-back sleeping layout
  • Vehicle body flares for extra sleeping space
  • Lagun adjustable swivel table
  • Passenger side sliding door T-vent window
  • Driver side T-vent window
  • Rear cargo door solid glass windows
  • Magnetic blackout window coverings, set of 10
  • Full bug net package

Technology and connectivity

  • weBoost Drive Reach RV cell signal booster
  • USB-A and USB-C charging outlets
  • 30 amp shore power connection
  • ARB air compressor kit

Exterior and upgrades

  • FVCO Sprinter standard roof rack
  • Light bar compatible fairing
  • FVCO wheel wrap side ladder
  • Exterior perimeter lighting package
  • 50 inch LED light bar
  • Electric awning with integrated LED lights
  • Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension upgrade
  • Van Compass Baja bracket rear shock mount
  • Van Compass differential skid plate
  • Mud flap relocation kit
  • Steel Craft side steps
  • CA Tuned front bumper
  • CA Tuned Mercedes-Benz Sprinter skid plate
  • Baja Designs LP9 PRO amber LED bumper lights
  • Warn 12S winch
  • MOJAB recessed winch shackle with fairlead
  • 2 D-rings
  • Tuff Skin truck bed liner protection
  • Matte black painted Sprinter hood
  • Owl Vans Aero Hood Spoiler
  • CA Vans STOP-STAY rear door safety system
  • FVCO spare tire carrier
  • FVCO rear step
  • FVCO rear door platform
  • S&B 45 gallon extended range fuel tank
  • All-terrain wheels and tires, set of 5

Safety

  • Carbon monoxide and smoke detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Magnetic blackout window coverings
  • Full bug net package

Interior colors and finishes

  • Flooring: Glendale Pine
  • Countertops, tables, trim, and control panels: Dirty Boots stain
  • Slat ceiling: Natural Walnut with Black Felt
  • Cabinet paint: Silver Tipped Sage
  • Wall paint: Papago Soft White
  • Fixtures: Matte Black
  • Outlets: White
  • Door handles and hardware: Dark Brown Leather with Black Knobs
  • Rims: Stadium Matte Black
  • Cushion fabric: Sunbrella Undercurrent Storm
  • External flares: Paint matched to van
  • Sprinter hood: Matte Black
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