Top 3 Myths Debunked: Can You Really Afford a Custom Sprinter Camper Van? Pt-1
- Brookelyn Avila
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Creating a Custom Sprinter Camper Van
Thinking about converting a Sprinter van into a custom camper, mobile office, or adventure vehicle—but not sure where to start?
You’re not alone.
Many first-time van conversion clients come to VanSharks with the same questions:
Is it affordable?
Will it hold its value?
Can I even drive something that big?
We hear you.
In this first post of our two-part series, VanSharks founder Brooklyn Avila sets the record straight by busting the three most common custom Sprinter camper van conversion myths.
Is a Custom Van Conversion Too Expensive?
Misconception # 1: Van conversions are only for the rich.
Truth: With smart financing and a structured build plan, owning a custom van is more affordable than most people think.
At VanSharks, we work with trusted lending partners and help you build a package within your budget, whether you’re buying a new shell van or converting something you already own.
Pro Tip: Unlike traditional RVs, a custom van conversion is an investment that can also be used for business, daily driving, or remote living.
Do Van Conversions Hold Their Value?
Misconception # 2: Converting a van will lower its resale value.
Truth: A thoughtfully designed conversion can actually increase your vehicle’s value.
High-quality builds from VanSharks often retain or exceed the market value of the base vehicle.
Why?
People are now actively searching for vans that are already upfitted with solar power, off-grid capabilities, custom storage, and luxury finishes.
Pro Tip: Think of it like renovating a home—you’re enhancing a space to serve a more valuable purpose.
Do I Need a Special License to Drive a Converted Van?
Misconception # 3: You need a commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Truth: You do NOT need a special license to drive a van conversion. And yes—it’s easier to drive than you’d expect.
VanSharks outfits every build with multi-angle camera systems (3-point, 5-point, even 10-point views), so you’ll have full visibility even in tight urban spaces.
Pro Tip: If you can drive a standard SUV, you can absolutely drive a Sprinter van.
Read Up Next: Storage, Power, and the Real Convenience of Van Life
In Part 2 of this blog series, we’ll explore:
How to store a van when you're not using it
Whether it can be used as a daily driver
And how VanSharks builds off-grid power systems that work for 1–2 weeks without a generator
[Click here to continue to Part 2]
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