Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Campervan • SWB High Top • Fully Equipped • £22,000 • 2012 • 115,000 Miles • 'LADY'

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 310 CDI (2012) Campervan Conversion

SWB High Top • Fully Equipped • £22,000

For sale is my much-loved 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter campervan conversion, short wheelbase high-top, with 115,000 miles.

It has been thoughtfully converted by me — a designer and carpenter by trade — with close attention paid to every detail. The result is a van that offers quality craftsmanship, comfort, and cleverly designed storage throughout.

🏆 The van was also shortlisted for the 2025 eBay Van Conversion of the Year Awards, highlighting the craftsmanship and attention to detail in the build.

🚐 Named “LADY” (registration ending LDY), she’s fully equipped and ready for her next adventure.

Vehicle Details
• Year: 2012
• Mileage: 115,000
• Keys: 2 sets
• Engine: 2.1L 4-cylinder diesel (2143cc)
• Gross Weight: 3500kg
• Height: 2.8m
• Length: 5.2m
• Colour: White
• 6 speed
• Reversing camera
• Excellent bodywork
• Regularly cared for and polished to protect

Driving & Practicality
• Short wheelbase (SWB) – fits in standard car parking spaces (unlike most MWB/LWB vans)
• Excellent turning circle – easy to drive and manoeuvre
• Opened-up cab area with CTA captain swivel seats, creating a more spacious and sociable layout
• Calibrated spirit level on dash for easy levelling on arrival for a better night’s sleep
• Controls on steering wheel for handsfree calling, cruise control and music selection

Sleeping & Storage
• Fixed bed with strong honeycomb base for airflow
• Mattress: 172cm x 137cm
• 75mm foam mattress + heated mattress
• Bed is always ready to use – no need to pull out or rearrange like rock and roll beds
• Designed so you don’t have to constantly move things around – everything has its place
• Large under-bed “garage” storage
• Fits 2 Brompton folding bikes (not included)
• Rear LED lighting in garage
• Hooks fitted in garage area for hanging rucksacks and bags
• Rubber mats included to protect flooring from wet gear (bikes, wetsuits, walking boots)

Kitchen & Living
• IKEA kitchen unit with stainless sink
• Custom mirror inside kitchen cupboard
• Clock and thermometer to monitor internal temperature
• 3x integrated storage boxes for food organisation
• Whale 12V water pump
• 12L fresh + 12L grey water tanks
• Stainless 2-hob LPG gas stove
• 3.9kg propane bottle in sealed gas locker with drop-out vent under sink
• LPG bottle housed in sealed safety locker
• Fully equipped: cooking gear, plates, utensils included
• Outwell cool box
• Outwell collapsible kettle
• Russell Hobbs electric kettle
• Toaster
• Quest dual-purpose ceramic heater (750W / 1000W)
• Fire extinguisher mounted in kitchen area

Included kitchen items
• Flask and Thermos King food flasks x2
• Plates
• Cutlery
• Insulated Outwell bowls
• Outwell collapsible colander
• Outwell collapsible kettle
• Saucepan set
• Insulated mugs x4
• Wine glasses
• Electric kettle
• Toaster
• x2 spare ice packs in coolbox

Insulation & Comfort
• Fully insulated walls, floor, and roof
• Sound deadening installed throughout panels during conversion
• Insulated window covers
• Van-X divider curtains separating cab and living space for added warmth and privacy

Electrics & Lighting
• 12V LED ceiling lights + ambient mood lighting
• Switches located by bed and passenger seat
• Simple 12V switch panel with battery percentage readout
• 2x USB charging ports
• Split relay system (charges while driving)
• Martindale socket tester for testing sockets on site

Battery setup
• 110Ah Solarflex SFL110MF leisure battery (under passenger seat)
• Powers lighting, water pump, gas monitor, rear amplifier, and devices
• Extremely efficient (used for 3 weeks in Cornwall without dropping below 70%)
• Kill switch fitted

Mains Hook-Up (Campsite Ready)
• Mains fuseboard
• 25m hook-up cable and extension included
• Additional kill switch
230V Socket Layout (thoughtfully placed sockets provide practicality)
• Main area sockets for appliances such as heater or hairdryer
• Two bedside sockets — ideal for kettle, toaster, or heated mattress

Audio & Tech Upgrades
• Nextbase 522GW dash cam (hardwired to fuseboard)
• Sony MEX-N6002BD head unit (Bluetooth & handsfree calling)
• EDGE active subwoofer (under driver seat)
• Bass controlled via independent knob on dashboard
• Rear amplifier + Kenwood KFC-E1766 speakers (6.5″ coaxial, 300W peak / 30W RMS)
• Bluetooth, USB, radio + karaoke capability
• Upgraded door speakers – Kenwood KFC-S1766 (6.5″ coaxial, 300W peak / 30W RMS)

Outdoor & Included Extras
• Decathlon gazebo (3m x 3m)
• 2x Decathlon camping chairs
• 1x fold away table
• Weber Go Anywhere BBQ
• 2x GUL bodyboards + rucksack carry bags
• 10L reserve water jerry can
• Milenco Triple levelling ramps
• Anti-slip snow/mud mats
• First aid kit
• Fold-up step
• Jump leads

Security Features
• Hidden AirTag mounts in van
• Air tag holder on keys
• Immobiliser
• Locks4Vans deadlocks (all doors)
• Auto-locking rear doors with fob
• Stoplock steering wheel lock
• Clutch lock
• Milenco wheel lock
• Door lock plates
• Tracking warning stickers
• Maple bonnet lock

Safety
• FireAngel SCB10 smoke & carbon monoxide alarm (brand new)
• Additional gas alarm
• Fire extinguisher in kitchen area

Documentation & History
• Safety inspection records carried out by Mercedes during its time with DPD
• Original Mercedes-Benz manuals included
• Full service history with meticulous logbook
• Recent service with receipts
• Supporting documentation and receipts for all work available
• Gas bottle certificate
• I have created a set of detailed instructions for the new owners

Sale Preparation
• Full year MOT – ready for summer
• Full habitation test for gas, water and electrics (with certificate)
• Recent MOT with all work completed including advisories with receipts to verify work
• Brand new genuine Mercedes steel wheels
• Fresh ceramic coating polish on bodywork
• Fresh coat of Bona floor polish
• Fresh coat of Danish oil on kitchen worktop
• Van professionally cleaned inside and out
• Full tank of diesel included

Build Philosophy
“A place for everything, everything in its place”
This campervan has been designed and built with a mindset where details are everything.
• Purpose-built storage for 2 Brompton bikes (not included)
• Every millimetre carefully considered
• Every function has a purpose
• Built so you can live comfortably without constantly moving things around
• Fixed bed always ready – no daily setup or compromise
• Built for getting away without taking more than you need
It’s been a real labour of love, and now it’s time for someone else to enjoy it.

Registration & Insurance
• Campervan conversion (not reclassified with DVLA – common under current guidelines)
• Most insurance companies insure self-build campers with photographic evidence as I have done for this van

Sale Details
• Bank transfer preferred
• Viewings welcome – serious buyers only
• Test drives available with valid licence and insurance
• The electrical and gas systems are included as part of the van and can be inspected by the buyer

Reason for Sale
Owned since 2019 and has given me amazing experiences, but selling due to a change in job and needing a smaller vehicle. This has been my hobby and a passion, and I want to find the right buyer who appreciates it as much as I do. I’m looking for someone to take as much care as I have and for it to be their pride and joy, as it has been for me, with many happy experiences along the way. Come and see for yourself in person, it really has been meticulously crafted and cared for.

📍 Sheffield, Meersbrook S8