Kastenwagen von Davide

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YellowVan is a 2008 Mercedes Sprinter that started its journey in Belgium and traveled across Europe before arriving in Italy.

After testing van life with different vehicles, it was converted and equipped to meet all the needs of a traveler who loves nature and adventure, knows how to adapt, and doesn’t want the hassle of constantly setting up and folding beds or tables.

To ensure comfort and full independence from campsites, the van is equipped with two 200W solar panels connected to a leisure battery that powers all onboard equipment.

An additional 1000W pure sine wave inverter allows the use of 220V/230V devices such as laptops.

There are three USB outlets available for charging electronic devices.

We recommend charging devices during daylight hours to preserve battery power overnight for the fridge or emergencies. Even without sunlight, the battery provides approximately one day of autonomy.

Opening the rear doors, you’ll find the kitchen unit with a sink. Underneath are:

• two 50L fresh water tanks (100L total, approx. 3 days autonomy for 2 people)
  
• one 50L grey water tank
  

The camping stove is not fixed to the kitchen unit, allowing you to cook outdoors when weather conditions permit.

Inside the van, there are two fixed seats with a table.

Inside the seats you’ll find:

• a Porta Potty toilet
  
• food storage space
  
• a heater for winter use
  

The kitchen unit also includes a drawer for plates and cutlery.

At the rear, inside the van, there is a bed measuring 180 cm x 140 cm, complete with sheets and pillows.

Please note the interior height is 170 cm, while the bed length is 180 cm—if you are tall, keep this in mind.

Under the bed, a convenient hatch provides access to a 45L fridge.

From the back of the van you can access the storage area, which includes:

• a 20L emergency water container
  
• a 10L container with a submersible shower pump
  

Showers are always taken outdoors. In case of water shortage, it is also possible to use the water container located under the kitchen sink for washing.

The van is very bright thanks to:

• one window on the sliding door
  
• two windows on the rear doors
  
• two roof vents with mosquito nets
  

For privacy, three curtains separate:

• the driving area from the living space
  
• the sliding door
  
• the rear doors
  

The van is thermally and acoustically insulated with Armaflex and soundproof panels.

The following items are also provided:

• one chair, two stools, and a foldable table
  
• toilet paper, sponges, trash bags
  
• dish soap, hand soap
  
• cutlery, glasses, plates, pots
  
• gas for the stove
  
• bed sheets, pillows, towels, and beach towels
  

YellowVan has a dent on the sliding door, some rust spots, and no air conditioning.

Being a 2008 vehicle, a maximum cruising speed of 110 km/h is recommended.

It is equipped with oversized all-season tires, suitable for rougher terrain, and a tow hitch for emergencies.

Please return the van clean, and make sure to empty the grey water tank and toilet before drop-off.