So You Want To Build A Van
First and foremost we are Aspen Custom Vans and as the name would imply, we create bespoke camper vans for our clients. But to help prospective clients better understand the possibilities of building a van, we've assembled a few examples of different price points, options, and popular configurations.
Prices are estimates, subject to changes in raw material cost and component availability. Please contact us for further information about any of the options you see below.
Buttermilk
The Buttermilk build is a great first van. Fast and light, the van is built on a short wheelbase diesel Sprinter, with stock body styling and minimal cosmetic additions to the exterior of the van. There is running water, cold only, wool insulation, vinyl flooring, one extractor fan for airflow, basic cabinetry and galley, LED overhead lighting, and upholstered panels from floor to ceiling.
144 4x4 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof.....................$50,000
200Ah Battery Bank.......................................................$800
2 Solar Panels..................................................................$1500
Victron Electric System.................................................$700
20 gallon fresh water tank...........................................$175
Water pump......................................................................$
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Estimated base cost.........................................~$75,000
Snowmass
The Snowmass build is perfect for a family of three or four. Based on the longer Sprinter platform, this built includes a battery bank large enough to keep the kids iPads charged and the parents laptops juiced up while on the go. There are two extractor vans to circulate air throughout the van, additional screen windows, a gorgeous wood cedar roof, queen sized bed, bunk beds for the kids, and plenty of kitchen space for cooking and entertaining.
170 4x4 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof.....................$70,000
200Ah Battery Bank.......................................................$800
2 Solar Panels..................................................................$1500
Victron Electric System.................................................$700
20 gallon fresh water tank...........................................$175
Water pump......................................................................$
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Estimated base cost.........................................~$95,000
Ajax
The Ajax build combines the best of function and luxury. Hot and cold water, heated by propane. A standalone heating system to keep the cabin warm on cold summer nights and winter camping without running the vehicle's diesel engine. Built in propane stove, butchers block countertop, and fold-down leather bench seating. with extra storage. Custom two-tone fabric wrapped wall panels, multifunctional reading lights, and a plush nine inch foam mattress.
170 4x4 Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof.....................$70,000
200Ah Battery Bank.......................................................$800
2 Solar Panels..................................................................$1500
Victron Electric System.................................................$700
20 gallon fresh water tank...........................................$175
Water pump......................................................................$
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Estimated total base cost.........................................~$100,000
Highlands
The Highlands build is the ultimate platform to transport you to and from the great outdoors. The Highlands van is built on a six-wheel 144 Sprinter platform with four wheel drive and a larger engine. The build comes standard with rocker guards, engine and transmission skid plates, and a winch rated to 12,000lbs to get you out of muddy off-road situations.
144 4x4 Dualie Sprinter Cargo Van High Roof.....................$80,000
VanCompass skid plates............................................................$800
Bike slider.......................................................................................$1500
CAtuned Hammerhead bumper..............................................$3,000
Baja Designs fog lights..............................................................$500
Wern Evo XR winch.....................................................................$2,000
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Estimated total base cost.........................................~$125,000