# Drifter: the compact adventure van

> The Drifter is Beachside's compact Sprinter 144 AWD camper van: fixed bed, galley, gear garage, 400Ah lithium and 200W solar. From $140,000. Built in Jacksonville.

Page: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/drifter/ (updated 2026-10-23)

## Key figures
- Wheelbase, all-wheel drive: 144 in
- Sleeps: 2
- Victron lithium: 400Ah
- Rooftop solar: 200W
- Fresh water: 35 gal

## On this page

### About 19 feet of Sprinter, set up for two
The Drifter pairs an easy-to-drive 144-inch wheelbase with a fixed east-west bed, a fully equipped galley kitchen, generous garage storage and a complete off-grid electrical system. It is the shortest van in the 2027 lineup, which makes it the easiest to drive and park day to day.

### Features
Every system in the Drifter is chosen for reliability, comfort and time off-grid.
Highlights: Galley kitchen, Fixed bed, Gear garage, Off-grid power, Exterior package, Smart storage.

### See the Drifter in action
A complete video walkthrough of the Drifter. To see one in person, book a visit to the Atlantic Beach shop.

### Technical specifications
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 144 AWD, about 19 feet long.
- Platform: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 144 in wheelbase; All-wheel drive, high roof; 4-cylinder turbo diesel
- Electrical: 400Ah Victron lithium; 3000W inverter; 200W solar, standard; 50A DC-DC charger; Shore power hookup
- Water: 35 gal fresh water tank; 4 gal hot water heater; 11 gal gray water tank; Outdoor shower at the rear door; Cassette toilet in the closet
- Climate: Espar diesel heater; Velit 12V air conditioner; Pro Breeze rooftop fan; Insulated walls, ceiling and floor; Four-season comfort
- Sleeping: Fixed east-west bed; Sleeps 2 adults; Under-bed storage; Premium mattress
- Kitchen: Stainless steel sink; Single-burner cooktop; Dometic NRX 115 fridge and freezer; Ample counter space; Cabinet storage

### Make it yours
The Drifter is semi-custom. Its layout is proven and mostly fixed, with options for small changes, and you have complete design control over the finishes, the interior systems and the exterior.
Highlights: Finishes, Interior systems, Exterior.

### Design your Drifter in 3D
Choose the layout options and finishes, look around inside, then send your design to the team.

### Buying your Drifter with confidence
Financing, warranty and delivery, answered up front.
Highlights: Financing available, 2-year builder warranty, Delivery to your door.

### The Drifter in photos
Photos show Kai, a completed 2026 Drifter.

### Oasis
The flagship adventure van. From $195,000.

### Gamer Van
The mobile office adventure van. From $195,000.

### Ready to start your Drifter?
Tell the team how you'll use it: who's coming, how long the trips run and whether you'll work on the road.

## Next step
- A $5,000 nonrefundable deposit reserves a build slot and starts the design phase.
- Model vans are semi-custom: a proven layout with complete design control over finishes, interior systems and exterior products.
- Model vans take 6 to 10 weeks to build (8 to 12 for the Oasis), with weekly updates, and carry a 2-year builder warranty.
- Financing is available through IntoRV (minimum 10% down after design, subject to credit approval): https://beachsidecustomvans.com/financing/
- Buyers across the U.S. are welcome. Delivery is quoted by distance.
- Contact Beachside Custom Vans: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/contact/, (954) 309-0195, alex@beachsidecustomvans.com. Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, shop visits by appointment.

## About Beachside Custom Vans
- Beachside Custom Vans: Semi-custom and fully custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper vans, built by hand in Atlantic Beach, Florida, since 2021.
- 55+ full builds and 220+ vans worked on since 2021.
- Google rating: 5.0 from 57 reviews.
- Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Shop visits by appointment.