VW Crafter 35 LWB Off-Grid Campervan

Since purchase, the van has undergone significant electrical, solar and water system upgrades to improve reliability, charging performance and off-grid independence.

Ideal for extended European travel, wild camping, ski trips, remote working or full-time vanlife.

Vehicle
• 2.1L Diesel
• 6-speed manual
• Approx. 28 MPG
• Full service history
• Engine runs exceptionally well
• Bodywork in good condition for age
• Hybrid off-road tyres fitted within last 10,000 miles
• Apple CarPlay head unit
• Reversing camera
• Air conditioning
• DAB radio

Conversion
Professionally handcrafted conversion featuring:
• Solid oak worktops
• Custom carpentry throughout
• Fixed bed with memory foam mattress
• Bed extension converts to large king-size sleeping area
• Large garage storage area
• Dining area
• Extensive overhead storage

Sleeping
Fixed bed comfortably accommodates 2 adults.
Extension system converts into king-size bed: 192cm x 164cm

Kitchen
• Thetford Duplex LPG oven and grill
• 2-ring LPG hob
• Vitrifrigo 90L fridge/freezer
• Sink with upgraded drinking water filtration system
• Large worktop preparation area

Heating & Hot Water
• Truma Combi 4E heating and hot water system
• Runs on LPG or 240V hookup
• 4 heating outlets including shower drying-room vent
• Heated underslung tank winterisation kit for cold-weather travel

Bathroom / Water System Upgrades
Professionally upgraded water and bathroom setup:
• Doulton HIP DUO undersink water filtration system
• Biotect Ultra + Limescale filters
• Aqua Perfecta UVC-LED UV sterilisation system (15LPM)
• Airhead composting toilet with extractor fan
• Fresh water tank – 70L
• Waste water tank – 50L
• External shower point
• Internal shower
• Dometic extraction vent

Major Electrical & Solar Upgrades
The electrical system has been substantially upgraded using Victron components for improved charging performance, monitoring and solar capability.

Original system:
• Sargent EC328 electrical system
• 3000W inverter
• 240V hookup
• Split charge system
• Existing 340W Panasonic roof solar panel and Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controller

Upgraded system now includes:
• Massive 628Ah Fogstar lithium battery system
• Victron Orion XS 50A DC-DC charger
• Victron IP22 12/30 smart battery charger
• Victron SmartShunt 500A battery monitor
• 2 x Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controllers
• Additional 2 x Victron 130W mono solar panels

Total solar capacity now approx. 600W+ paired with 628Ah of lithium storage, creating an exceptionally capable off-grid electrical setup suitable for extended touring, remote working and multi-day off-grid stays.

This setup dramatically improves:
• Off-grid charging performance
• Battery monitoring
• Solar efficiency
• Charging reliability while driving
• Usable battery capacity versus AGM systems
• Winter and low-light charging capability

Ventilation
• 2 x MaxxFan deluxe roof fans
• Remote and thermostat controlled

Exterior
• Fiamma F80s awning
• Full privacy room attachment included
• External shower point
• Additional exterior storage capability

Garage Storage Upgrade
Custom heavy-duty garage rack and drawer system fitted using industrial 250kg locking runners, creating a highly usable rear storage and organisation area for tools, outdoor equipment or long-term travel gear.

Weights & Certification
• 3500kg GVW
• Professionally converted
• Gas Safe certified
• Weighed post-conversion
• Approx. unladen weight: 3000kg

Dimensions
Length: 6.9m
Height: 2.7m
Width: 2.0m

This van has been incredible and is fully set up for genuine off-grid travel with a huge amount invested in upgrades and improvements. We are moving abroad so no longer need a campervan.