Layout of The Vansmith Duo Basic Van Conversion for Sprinter 144 / Ford Transit 148

DUO

Short wheelbase solution for couples (seats 2 -3)
Full galley
Bench shower and toilet option
Versabed

BUILD COST STARTING AT :

$43,950.00

Stylish Interiors: Prefinished birch walls and ceiling with optional cabinet colors and upholstery upgrades.
Functional Kitchen: 60” galley featuring a sink, faucet, and 80L fridge, with optional induction stove and marine table.
Smart Storage: Full-length upper cabinets, garage housing for water/electrical systems, and optional slide-out trays and shelving.
Additional Amenities: Options for composting or cassette toilets, headliner shelf, window covers, and bug screens.

Seats and sleeps 2-3

short wheelbase

The DUO is thoughtfully designed to seat and sleep two people, with an emphasis on comfort and versatility. Its modular layout ensures you can maximize space without compromising on quality or aesthetic. The near-queen bed, extendible to near-king, provides a restful night’s sleep, and the custom-cut memory foam mattress ensures you’ll wake up refreshed. The DUO’s interior features prefinished birch walls, handcrafted countertops, and a 60” galley for cooking on the go. With options like a kids’ hammock, bench shower system, and outdoor shower, the DUO is your perfect adventure companion. Experience more with the DUO, where innovative design meets functional space.

Seat, sleep & shower

Captain swivel seat on passenger side [driver side optional]
Bed (near queen, extendible to near king), also removable
Custom cut memory foam mattress
Bunk bed ready wheel well boxes in garage housing electrical and water systems
20 gallons of fresh water
[Optional add-ons]:

Cabbunk kids hammock/s over front seats
Jump seat between front seats for 3rd passenger
Aisle bench to extend bunk bed or for extra seating
Install bench shower system (to include undermounted gray water tank, faucet, shower curtain)
Selection of gray water systems (5 gal, undermount, to ground)
Exterior shower

Galley, store & more

Prefinished birch walls and ceiling, with [optional upgrades for cabinet colors and upholstery]
Coindot floor
Beautifully hand-crafted countertop
Full length upper cabinet on driver side
Storage bench [toilet and shower ready] on passenger side
60" galley with sink/faucet
Fridge (80L)
[Optional add-ons]:

induction stove,
Marine table (and extra table mount)
Bench cushion
Cassette toilet
Composting toilet
Headliner shelf
Window covers (set of 7)
Drinking water filter
Bug screen for sliding door
Bug screen for rear door
Sound deadening
Slide out tray in the garage
L-track in the garage

Heat, Cool & Electric

4-Season insulation [upgradable to wool]
2KWh Lithium smart electrical system (includes 260W of solar, ship-to-shore charging, alternator charging) [upgradable to 5 or 10kWh]
Ceiling vent fan [upgradable to 9,000 BTU AC]
Lighting package (ceiling light, upper cabinet LEDs, reading lamp with USB ports)
Outlet package (USB, 12V and 110V)
[Optional add-ons:]

Gas or diesel cabin heater
Electric water heater
Lizard skin thermal barrier
Bed fan
Secondary alternator

Exterior

Screened awning window on the driver’s side
Fixed glass window in sliding door
Fixed rear door windows
[Optional add-ons]:

Awning
Side steps
WeBoost (cell signal booster)
Starlink Mini Roam
Ladder and tire carrier
Van Compass 4.3 suspension upgrade
Flares (on 1 or both sides)

Go Green with our Eco-Friendly Upgrade—beetle kill pine, wool insulation, and carbon offsets for your adventure van.

What's Included

Seat, Sleep & Shower
Galley, Storage & More
Heat, Cool & Electric
Exterior

INCLUDED

Captain swivel seat

Captain swivel seat on passenger side [driver side optional]

Bed - Near queen, extendible to near king

Near queen, extendible to near king, also removable, with custom cut memory foam mattress. Click here for more information on our beds.

Bunk bed ready.

Bunk bed option under main bed.

Proprietary wheel well boxes

Wheel well boxes in garage housing electrical and water systems

UPGRADES

Bench Shower

Click here for more information on our bench shower.Upgrade bench to shower bench

Cabbunk kids hammock/s over front seats

Cabbunk kids hammock/s over front seats.

Jump seat between front seats for 3rd passenger

Qualitex Sprinter Van Jump Seat

Aisle bench to extend bunk bed or for extra seating

Gray water system options

Selection of gray water systems (5 gal, undermount, to ground)

Exterior Shower

A variety of exterior shower solutions are available.

INCLUDED

Prefinished birch walls and ceiling

Prefinished birch walls and ceiling, with [optional upgrades for cabinet colors and upholstery]

Coindot floor

Beautifully hand-crafted countertop

Full length upper cabinet on driver side

Storage bench [toilet and shower ready] on passenger side

60" galley with sink/faucet

Fridge (80L)

20 gallons of fresh water

Fresh water is stored in the wheel well boxes and has easy access ports.

UPGRADES

Induction stove

Bench cushion

Cassette toilet

Joolca GottaGo

Composting toilet

Boxio Composting Toilette

Window covers (set of 7)

Drinking water filter

Bug screens

Available for sliding and rear doors

Sound Deadening

Slide out tray in the garage

L-track in the garage

INCLUDED

4-Season insulation [upgradable to wool]

4-Season insulation [upgradable to havelock wool]

2kWh Lithium smart electrical system

2kWh Lithium smart electrical system (includes 300W of solar, ship-to-shore charging, alternator charging) [upgradable to 5 or 10kWh] - EcoFlow

Ceiling fan

Ceiling fan [upgradable to 9,000 BTU AC] - MaxxAir

Lighting package

Lighting package (ceiling light, upper cabinet LEDs, reading lamp with USB ports)

Outlet package (USB, 12V and 110V)

UPGRADES

Gas or diesel cabin heater

Espar heater (B2L D2L)

4 Gallon Bosch electric water heater

Bosch 4 Gallon Water Heater

Lizard skin thermal barrier

Sirocco II Bed fan

Secondary alternator

12V Secondary Alternator Kit – 2023+ 2L 4 Cylinder Diesel | ARCO Zeus 3kW 275A High Output Alternator

INCLUDED

Screened awning window on the driver’s side

CRL T-Vent Window

Fixed glass window in sliding door

Fixed rear door windows

UPGRADES

Fiamma Awning

Aluminess Side steps

Aluminesshttp://aluminess.com/

Starlink Mini Roam

WeBoost (cell signal booster)

Owl Vans Ladder and tire carrier

Owl Vanshttps://owlvans.com/

Van Compass 4.3 suspension upgrade

STAGE 4.3 SYSTEM - SPRINTER AWD, 4X4 (2015-PRESENT 2500 ONLY) by VAN COMPASS

Flarespace Flares (on 1 or both sides)

Flarespace

Why the DUO is Your Ultimate Adventure Van

Tailored Comfort for Every Journey

The DUO is designed with your comfort in mind, featuring a near-queen bed extendable to a near-king size. The custom-cut memory foam mattress ensures restful sleep, while the modular layout adapts to your needs, offering unmatched versatility without compromising on quality or style.

Functional and Stylish Interior

Step into a beautifully crafted space with prefinished birch walls, handcrafted countertops, and a 60” galley complete with a sink and fridge. The DUO seamlessly blends aesthetics with practicality, offering ample storage solutions, optional upgrades for color and upholstery, and smart features like bug screens and window covers for added convenience.

Advanced Climate and Power Solutions

Enjoy year-round adventures with the DUO’s 4-season insulation, lithium smart electrical system, and solar charging capabilities. Upgradable options like a 9,000 BTU AC, diesel cabin heater, and additional battery capacity ensure you’re comfortable and powered, whether you’re off-grid or on the road.

Adventure-Ready Versatility

The DUO’s design goes beyond comfort to include practical features like an exterior shower, bench shower system, and garage storage for your gear. Optional enhancements such as a WeBoost signal booster, Starlink Mini Roam, and suspension upgrades make it the ideal partner for your wildest adventures.