WOW! Gorgeous DIY Self Build Mercedes Sprinter Camper Conversion

In this video Kevin and Taylor from Mathers on the Map give a full walk through tour of their DIY home made 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 170" high roof cargo conversion camper van. This Sprinter camper self build out took over a year to convert but it was all worth it in the end. They have been traveling up and down the east coast searching for cool surf spots and are now heading out west.
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[@MathersOnTheMap]

Patrick THANK YOU so much for featuring us on your channel we had a blast!!! If anyone's interested in building a van of your own or wondering what van life is like we have a series for you! Here are our two most popular playlists: - Van Build Series: kzbin.info/aero/PLfHkUGUkCAgzeVyFLclxbYzsMo6rxtwba - Exploring the USA by Van: kzbin.info/aero/PLfHkUGUkCAgwS6OVhroouaT8JOyWK6Zcd Thanks again Patrick, hope to see you soon!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great to have you on the channel.

[@MathersOnTheMap]

@@BrendaTharp best of luck feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

@@007nadineL thank you!!!

[@janaheflin]

I watched a 100 of these a yours is the best!

[@dbkyhere9229]

❣️Love your van! Thanks so much! Safe travels!

[@SoGeor]

I have watched hundreds of conversations. This one is the best for me! Well done

[@Blackbutterfly9799]

This is one awesome beautiful Van build...so full of sound structuring and yet has an appeal of lite-weight finesse. Very well designed...with emphasis on sturdy and durable functionality. This is a showcase...where luxury meets simplicity. Incredible...all around. And Patrick does a wonderful job of capturing the details...interviewing the lovely couple...who are obviously loving their tiny home on wheels...enjoying the their great investment. Happy Vanlife...Happy Travels! Mathers on the Map! *Vandie 🚐Van Wings🕊*

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much 😊

[@kimbaker5066]

I have followed these two for months!! LOVE their build and their videos! I appreciate how they succinctly show you what they’ve done without a storyline or annoying music. Their videos have helped me tremendously-thank you Taylor and Kevin!! ❤️🙏

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Kim thank you! I’m stoked to see you follow Patrick as well how cool! Best of luck with your build hope it’s going smooth and thanks for watching!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Kim.

[@fabonikinicole]

This is one of the best usable and logistical builds I have seen! Great job truly! I love it!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you Niki! Let us know if you have any questions! If you're building a van of your own check out our van build series and learn from our mistakes!

[@DanielleSamoneJohnson77]

Hands down, one of theeee best van designs! You made a real home, not a temporary shelter on wheels. So many added touches that commonly get left out of US van designs. A bathroom, a closet, a garage, even pantry sliders. I would probably have preferred a ceiling Murphy to pull down, considering your tall height, but I think you'll both be enjoying this build for a good deal of time. I wish you both the best! 💐

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for the feedback

[@Scrambler85]

I have been watching van build videos for the last 8 years and this is one of the best built vans. Their KZbin channel is on my weekly must watch list and its a short list. 👍👍👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@rebar-king]

Whoa...the surf beach shot! Kevin’s a big time hunk. You’re both gorgeous! Thanks for sharing you van.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for checking them out

[@stefflmrk]

not the most entertaining . . . They LIE!! There videos are GREAT and V E R Y well explained 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻 They are so calm and still easy to watch and fun to watch. 🤗🤗🤗 There tips for where to stay overnight are cool too. Maybe they come to Bavaria once, of course NO SURFING then, but a lot of hiking and ice cold mountain lakes 😉😄😄 Kevin explains well and they are both much fun.

[@expressivepets1]

Another awesome vid. I love this couple. They have a great energy. Patrick, you have a gift with these vids. (Showing your guests in such a brilliant light) Never, ever boring. Love the bed/dinette conversion. This interior is gorgeous.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@mjremy2605]

Lovely van, a real treat to see it! The deck is a great idea. You shade the roof from sun damage, and can mount solar on it, for easy removal. Also, it keeps solar panels cool with air flow under it. Smart. I must make a deck on my RV too. I'll be checking your videos to see how you did that in aluminum and decking. I really like that deck. Inside layout was smart and efficient. Not too many people use pecan wood, and I find it very pleasing. A hint of pink and green streaking, and its different from the usual boring maple. Maple is the most boring wood. Nice to see a change. It looks fabulous. That garage surfboard hanger was clever. So was the laundry bin. Nice ergonomics there. Also good to know what size inverter works for you with your level of electronics. Victron 3000 watts seems the match for my needs. Battery bank and solar panel watts are also useful specs. You like the Keurig coffee machine? I find a small steel French Press to take up much less room. I was tempted to get the Keurig but there is too much eco waste, too pricey for the cups, and too large a footprint and uses up power. French Press has none of these issues, so try one sometime. Or a stovetop Espresso maker, small Italian one. You are such a good looking couple and very charming. Happy travels!

[@caddyzig]

Great video! They put a lot of work into making everything really nice and functional. I loved how well they explained their rationale for everything. It’s a very finished and professional looking job.

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks John! Really appreciate it! Let me know if you have any questions!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Couldn't agree more!

[@joanies6778]

Phenominal build! Especially impressive for a first time!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Appreciate the feedback

[@tienv]

Beautiful van build, very stylish and functional. Your van is among a very few best camper van I have seen so far. Love the interior and minimal gadgets you have in the van. Your "garage" with the built-in surf board storage and battery compartment with room too "grow"... You really think ahead :-). Thank you for sharing this beautiful van. Please take care and stay safe.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for checking this out

[@HumbleRoad]

Very well done! You have considered many of the needs of van life and executed them beautifully! Enjoy your travels!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much George for the comment. Can’t wait to check out your new projects.

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks George! We watched some of your videos during our build very helpful thanks for everything you do too!

[@Dmhlcmb]

Can’t wait to see your next project, brother! I think (except maybe Advanced RV) nobody builds a better van than you.

[@jayzapata1]

I like how the dinning table area converts into the bed but then I love dual-use. 👍👍 I think you met the goal of making it homey. Nice job.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes! Thank you!

[@uswwt]

This is one of the best build I have seen. I would only want to change one thing. Having to make bed everday is tough. I would have less room for the garage but to hang a bed over the living room. Just use a winch to lower the bed and you have a bed.

[@ekdaufin1485]

Great idea.

[@erotichnaya]

Such a beautiful couple, so nice to look at you, guys!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much

[@doomolit]

definitely one of the best built van conversions out there... congratulations.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thanks!

[@sweetpea3472]

I absolutely love this build! The only thing i can think of as an upgrade immediately would be an on-demand hot water heater. :)

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great point!

[@ana-lx2wn]

Love this channel it always gives me van design ideas! The interviews at the end of every tour are very informative and not something other tours usually have

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Agreed Ana! Patrick asked excellent questions that so many viewers are probably wondering its a great way to get that extra insight!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

So glad!

[@EdVanWest]

What a beautiful conversion VAN that looks like a condo complete with shower & toilet. One of the best conversion VAn that I ever seen online.

[@peterpiper_203]

This build is TIGHT Awesome use of space with very creative use

[@mariecruz5509]

Very well thought out! I love that you have a toilet and bath. Everything geared for your comfort. Must be one of the nice van I have seen on U tube!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes! Thank you!

[@pornstarlivesmatter3319]

I TRIED TO WIN ONE OF THESE THROUGH OMAZE.. I'LL KEEP TRYING!!! im glad there is a whole community of people like this especially since so many like myself will be homeless due to covid

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Try again

[@florasonners1635]

The design and colors are beautiful. I love the dining/living area. It's huge and the cushions look comfortable. I can see spending a lot if time around the table. I also like the bathroom door.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much! Thank you very much for checking this build out. For more weekend camper van & rv tours please subscribe. kzbin.info/door/Z4P6JaFzImeSWPAr3gGGCQ

[@robinrodriquez9951]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this layout. Looks like the benches could be used as twin beds which I would prefer, and I need an A/C.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great idea!

[@lessvarny4556]

A really really nice van build. So many wonderful ideas. Happy trails to you !! Les

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks, you too!

[@pamelag2223]

Thanks for the tour of this beautiful home on wheels! Smart decisions based on their actual "testing the water" research! Good job, safe travels!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You bet!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks, Pamela really appreciate it! We highly recommend testing the water and making sure it's something you want to do, especially since it's so expensive!

[@timothyjaco7357]

Brilliant, all features are so well prioritized and thought out.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for the support

[@marilyn3605]

Such cute couple!! Very beautiful aesthetically pleasing van!! ❤️❤️

[@terrywilson8709]

Love the van!! He looked like a model running across there with that surfboard!! 😄

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Totally!

[@jerriem364]

I just love your van build . Y’all did a great job! You can see everything was thought out carefully. All the best and safe travels in your journey ❤!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! You too!

[@elainelipscomb1476]

Love your van.everything is so convenient. SAFE TRAVELS

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed the tour

[@maryelladeboy4831]

Wow! Very impressed when a female builds her own van. Awesome job!! Love it! ❤️

[@dianeeichenberg4579]

My second time to see their van. They’ve done a wonderful build. I love it! Happy trails, Kevin and Taylor. Thanks Patrick for another interesting van. Look forward to your site every week! 😎✌️🤙🤘😎

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much Diane

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you Diane!!! Really appreciate it! Happy trails to you too!!!

[@diosdadacenidoza823]

I love this van beautiful,neat and organized too👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is!

[@bettyolis6228]

Appreciate your channel it continually gives an opportunity to know what is important to the viewer. Pretty van.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I appreciate that!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you Betty! Patrick's channel is awesome we're so stoked we were able to get featured on his channel.

[@suedefringe]

Love that you did this in front of Lucy ! She's looking good. Nice looking van.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks!

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

Great job on this build. Thanks Patrick for another great tour♥️🚐

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you Matilda! We have a van build series and if you have any questions on how it was made let us know!

[@derricksinfield6477]

Wow this van conversion looks amazing and very helpful thank you 👍🏼 and I have to say it makes all the difference to have a woman’s touch 😀 like you said just a van and a blow up bed is what us guys think makes a camper van 😝 take care and I wish you the best of luck in your gorgeous camper 👍🏼🤩🤩

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Our pleasure!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Hey Derrick! Thank you! I agree without Taylors touch it definitely made the difference! I definitely don’t have her vision haha. We got an entire build series if your building a van of your own and want to check it out! And we’re currently vlogging our way down the coast while living in the van!

[@imapisces1]

One of the best yet, Patrick. And thank you for showing that hunky photo of Kevin with his surfboard and shirt off. LOL 😍😎

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Haha thank you!!! Feel free to check out our van life series we'd be stoked to have ya join the crew!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nanetterivera6612]

Great job you both did on this van. Wonderful Journey to you!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Nanette

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

That sink is nice and the top when you put the water on no noise that's what I'm talkin about good job.. instead of those cheap motorized top dispensers that makes so much noise loud buzzing noise..

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you!! The water pump definitely makes some noise but it’s not bad, an accumulator would make it even more quiet, something I’ll consider in the next build!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes I agree

[@charlottevretenar6678]

Smart, brilliant design and beautiful!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you Charlotte! Really appreciate it!!

[@BIGResultsFast]

WOW IS RIGHT? Patrick you keep finding OUTSTANDING builds that keep BLOWING My Mind. They could start their own van building company.

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you!!! maybe one day!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much.

[@mindyniualiku4459]

Wonderful job and I love all the special touches you have to make it feel homey

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much for checking this build out. For more weekend camper van & rv tours please subscribe. kzbin.info/door/Z4P6JaFzImeSWPAr3gGGCQ

[@jessversus434]

I love this van! So many great ideas! Definitely saving it for my dream van build! 😱😍🚐💨

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Go for it!

[@mbbuckeyes8386]

From Ohio but did a trip to Cape May up to Atlantic City a few years ago and Lucy was on the stop: inside is pretty cool too! Great video Patrick and a great build for this young couple!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

So cool!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you!! Really appreciate it!

[@rbboser]

Excellent video of a really nice build. Thanks for taking time to show us your design. Look forward to following you and seeing more!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks, will do!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks rbboser! We appreciate it, if you have any questions let us know! We also got a van build series if you're curious how we built specific parts of the van.

[@ekdaufin1485]

Yes, those shades are really nice!

[@commedesgarcons1017]

Wow What a GORGEOUS couple you both are And what a nice van as well Nice video Patrick

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@jackpepper2501]

Excellent work! Thank you both for sharing.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@icecastle71]

LUCY!!!!! looking fresh in her appearance here. She looks good!! They've been keeping up on her care. Are her toes still painted? Man she's a sight for sore eyes 🥰🥰🥰

[@MaryHMaryH12121234]

Very Great Job,, you both should be so proud of your accomplishment

[@terryw]

thank you.sophisticated build, genuine and gracious couple, thanks for the share!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@harriethunter8910]

Wow. One of the nicest vans on here. Greetings from Australia, best wishes and safe travels.

[@lasharonbrown9454]

Love this design.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@karatheriault6715]

Great, Great, Conversion!!!

[@raquelkhadiri162]

Awesome floor plan, one of my favorites 😊

[@teresalipot7111]

Fantastic. I LOVE this van.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for checking in

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Love your van, plenty storage, lovely bathroom. Thumbs up.👍 Stay safe on your travels x

[@OurGentleJourneys]

oooohhhhh I love this!!! I had a 66' Shasta Compact travel trailer that I installed a 2x2' shower with frp. Anyhow I realized when I was on the road that visiting cities and parking on roadside was not possible with a travel trailer. Seeing that it was 10x7' on the inside I have decided to convert a van and try it again (transmission blew after my 19th state).

[@nadines7175]

One of the best builds I’ve seen and I am even more inspired!

[@albertarose1433]

Wow, great build! Thanks for posting! I’ll go follow them too. ♥️👍🏻

[@ekdaufin1485]

Loved seeing Lucy.

[@HollieSmithHappyHobbies]

Love it! Thank you for thinking of everyone else.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Any time!

[@joseriveras6753]

What a great build, enjoy your home on wheels.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks, will do!

[@MizzC888]

Super nice build! Thanx Patrick

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@bluejeans8001]

Really very nice build, especially first time build. The bed/dining combo was especially creative vs dedicated bed. Would be interested in hearing an update, after living this design, on their feelings on sacrificing the traditional garage space vs their design.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the idea!

[@joakimhjelm-svennesen8984]

Wow! Smart, brilliant and beautiful design layout. Yes it takes up space, but I wouldn’t either like to live without a toilet and shower in a van build. I never quite understood why people choose not to have a toilet and shower in their van or those who build a toilet that they pull out from under the countertop or cabinet. No way I would live with that. Three walls and a door to have some privacy in the toilet thank you

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you and I agree Joakim! Definitely want to try to make it like home as much as possible!

[@joakimhjelm-svennesen8984]

@@MathersOnTheMap you’re welcome. Did you guys ever look into a skoolie or bus life instead of a van build? I mean like you could’ve had an enormous extra amount of space in a skoolie and made that maybe feel even more of a home I guess. The only things I would take into consideration is fuel economy, more things to break on a bus, more maintenance and the larger vehicle itself. You almost have to have an extra set wheels towing behind the bus

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@rowangallagher]

Try it first. Shower inside can be a waste of space when you van open the back doors and use a curtain. On this build it works because you convert the bed to seating.

[@allenbuck5589]

Great job. Very nice work. Well thought out.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@aprilschwerman7]

I want to say I love you guys is than it is so beautiful y'all have thought of everything you two make a beautiful couple I also want to get into van life I just need to save up to buy a van I want to watch all your videos y'all are awesome thank you

[@dinal389]

You guys did a great job considering it's your first time. Very nice...love it...👍👍👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much 😁

[@uol1051]

Very nice interview, beautiful finished product, and chock-full-o-usable-info. Will find their youtube stuff too.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Awesome, thank you!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thank you appreciate it, Patrick did an awesome job with the tour! Also thanks for checking us out too!

[@f.mackenzie5737]

Cara, que LINDA... Umas das melhores que eu já vi até hoje.

[@sophanarachay4917]

What a beauty! The owner too.

[@ReneaDooserider]

Love those poplar wood accents 💕💕

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Me too!!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks Renea!!!

[@rose2525bud]

I love 💕 beautiful build!!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much

[@marti7799]

Really informative video!!! Thank you very much!! I learned a lot.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@cwshumate914]

Love the DIY spirit.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

me too, it inspires others.

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Me too Christopher, if we can do it anyone can do it!

[@GreencampRhodie]

Great build. And great couple.

[@richardprado-leyton2108]

Patrick great recorded Mathers wow thank you for detailing every task, whenever you decide to come to Miami Beach would love to check out the Castel. Great Job!!!!

[@gigglesandchaos5443]

Awesome van. Love the layout!

[@adventuresofmisspeach]

This is my type of van build! Almost what I’ve designed!

[@Karen-hf4hz]

Awesome van design!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

We agree!

[@david76tv]

Lol the elephant on the start 😂

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you.

[@Enceladus...]

That's Lucy 😁 I remember seeing it for the first time as a kid and was like "Ok, but can I go inside it? (Couldn't at the time)

[@expressivepets1]

I gotta say...i was ready to move into that tent, elephant topper...ha. Nice touch.

[@raymondpaenga9027]

glass backsplash cleaning easy wow love that grate idea

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@videopyc]

Patrick... i enjoy every episodes of your KZbin channel. i did not know about the Mathers van built before i watch them today on your channel. Nice van. Lovely couple. This is very inspiring to get into the van life.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like them!

[@MathersOnTheMap]

Thanks Cloutier! If you want to see more van life content we have an Exploring the USA by Van, van life series on our channel! We'd love to have you!

[@sandhiyaks548]

Look like my dream tiny house

[@dudocamdzic6866]

I can't believe its first time, great job love it

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I'm glad you like it

[@annenilsen2665]

Your van is awesome! And I think it’s inspiring my husband to take my gypsy dreams a little more seriously 😎

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You can do it!

[@saradiaz6179]

Great van, very confortable conversion for living on a van. Congrats!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

We agree!

[@allenbuck5589]

Great job. Like it well thought out.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Awesome, Allen

[@christophermcgarry8680]

Fantastic build. I am looking at doing something similar for my first build. I Iove the fact that you have the raised rear area which allows for both storage underneath and the convertible seating / sleeping area instead of a fixed bed. As well as boards I would also like to store bikes underneath. Please could you confirm if you think there would be enough space for 2 X bikes with front wheels detached on one side?

[@bgtumblers8592]

I love your build … I’m in the process of purchasing my van … but have no experience in building

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You can do this. Hopefully the videos here help

[@alanjackson2540]

Best of luck with the business and the baby. From the UK. X

[@annabel5976]

Damn near perfect. 👌 ⭐️

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@lauraarodgers2799]

O love your Van. Plus watching your travels LaurynnA

[@dawnrene1964]

Awesome build! Love it!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much