Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper vans are built for those who want adventure without sacrificing comfort. Taking cues from the Sprinter’s exterior and thriving on its base, California-based Vanspeed has been designing camper vans focused on multifunctional performance. A standout example is the all-new Album camper van.
Built atop a Sprinter 144 AWD, it offers an ideal blend of convenience and luxury, making it ready to go wherever you need it. The Vanspeed camper van strips off any fancy exterior addons, keeping the body simple and clean. Only visible addition to the body is the roof ladder on the driver’s side to access the full-length rooftop rack.
Designer: Vanspeed https://www.vanspeedshop.com
Other than the minimalist exterior, there is nothing casual about the Album camper van. It is a fine embodiment of what a functional camper van interior should be. Ready for off-road adventure, the multipurpose interior of the camper is defined by its Murphy bed and partially or fully removable seating, which opens up the center aisle for cargo or adventure equipment, such as your bicycles or surfboard.
Despite the functionality, the interior with wood-style paneling throughout is warm and inviting. The folding bed stacks up against the driver’s sidewall, freeing up space for daytime convenience. You can use the L-shaped seating for relaxing, or pull down the hidden swivel table (from the cabinet just opposite) and use it as a workstation or for dining. In the pictures, you will notice only a bench seat, however, the seating is completed with a detachable crosspiece sofa, creating the complete L-shaped sofa lounge.
At nighttime, you can conveniently fold down the Murphy bed to create a comfortable platform measuring 80 inches (203 cm) long. It can sleep two people and sit stably on its own foundational supports on the sidewalls, without disturbing the cabinetry and lounge setting underneath. While all this is happening toward the rear of the camper van, up ahead, approachable from the side entry is the kitchenette. The counter is provided with a single-burner portable induction cooktop, and a fridge finds a place underneath the kitchen block. For the convenience of daytime campers, the kitchen includes a countertop that extends for outdoor cooking.
Alongside is another multifunctional space: The wet bathroom, which doubles as a storage cabinet. The bathroom is provided with a shower and a removable portable toilet with flippable shelves for storage. The camper van is powered by a lithium battery to render it usable for stays longer than a weekend. If you’re interested, the Vanspeed Album is priced at $219,000.
