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Best thing is these RVs built on the Mercedes chassis are pretty proven to be problem free.

But when they do break, it can be a lot more limiting than just finding a Mercedes dealer.

Many wouldn't consider working on a RV at all. Same goes with other brands and their matching car dealerships as well.

RV dealerships with strong service departments stay booked.
Just try finding a good RV shop with a good diesel mechanic along your average rural American hiway.

This past Spring while traveling west on I-40 we hit a chug hole and shattered a front wheel bearing. The interstate was rough as a cob, semi's were traveling the left hand lane to avoid the wasted more heavily traveled right lane.

Got off the next exit, dumped the bike off the RV and went shopping for parts while my travel partner tore down the right front.

I found a Autozone and a O'Reillys auto parts next door to each other, both had the bearing/hub assembly in stock for my Chevy 1 ton, Autozone had the best price.

By the time I got back to the RV it was ready for the install.
Total down time was between 3 to 4 hours.

That Chevy 1 ton is really common and Chevy hasn't changed much at all on it for a long time, I was paying close attention to be sure they gave me the correct part. That part number covered a huge spectrum of years for 1 ton Chevys.

Not so sure I'd have been as fortunate if I was driving a Mercedes.

It's common any more.

The parks that have the requirement seem to cater to the "show and boast" crowds.

The nicest truck pulling the biggest 5th wheel, the most exspensive bus, etc..

Everybody goes RVing for different reasons.

Yes, even out here in rural Idaho. Most campgrounds have limits on vehicle age.

Like CC&Rs in a subdivision. Can't let the environment become populated by undesirables.

What conversion company built it?

A 2500 or 3500 sprinter?

Anything made by MB is 2 or 3 times more expensive to fix when something goes wrong, and it definitely will.

Campground HOA
LOL !

https://www.youcanic.com/mercedes-benz-sprinter-problems

just sayin'........

Bingo.....
Again, it depends... They can ask for a recent pic of the camper for approval.. A 'restored' Airstream's probably not going to be an issue..


Exactly...

Only problem with that assumption is Cousin Eddie ain't paying the prices the parks with the age limit are charging.

One of I think the first two issues on the list at your link comes about at the 100K mile point and is a $2500.00 wonder for repair.

When I was in the market for one the more reputable dealers pointed out if the problem had already been corrected or not.



Just shopping parts, not repairs, the costs for the Mercedes are quite simular part for part with Ford or Chevy for driveline/chassis parts.

It's most likely due to the Dodge, Frieghtliner and Mercedes all being one in the same.
All the chassis parts are interchageable, everything but the grill and badge anyway.

It keeps the price down but doesn't seem to help with availability, Sprinter parts just aren't stocked like Ford and Chevy.
Seems odd considering how common the Sprinter chassis has become in recent years for delivery and commercial work vehicles.

They are just not old soul's like the Ford and Chevy chassis are.

The "no start countdown" is the worst of the bunch.
I was along with my buddy when this occurred, not for the first time. It involved a 200 mile detour to a Mercedes dealership which uncharacteristically worked us into their schedule. Only cost one day of a hunting trip and $1700.

Well, I bought it. That 6 cyl diesel engine feels good, plenty of power and supposedly 16-18 mpg. Clean and good resale value.
LED accent lites, mf's. Killer jensen stereo surround sound

With this sweet unit I can tow my other money pit, the fishing boat behind it no problemo for fun-filled adventures.

Jesus take the wheel

Have fun,

If you get up this part of Cali let me know. I'll bring some coffee grounds for us to brew in your fancy rolling camp!

I sincerely hope it serves you well.

Now get out there and start rackin up miles on that bad boy.

If that is correct, I'd be totally surprised.. I'm betting it's really about 10-13... But best wishes for you onward...

My bets 15 to 16 mpg towing the boat, but a lot depends on cruising speed.

If you are worried about how much it costs to buy and maintain, you better pass. They don’t put the Mercedes emblem on front to indicate low budget and no maintenance.

Anything over 14 doubles the fuel mileage that I get with my Ford V 10, when “NOT” towing anything! memtb

That's why I avoided the V10, lot's of those on the used market awaiting their next victim.

My Chevy 6.0l vortex gets 10.4mpg @ 65mph pushing my 28ft coach down the road.

70mph knocks me down to 9.6mpg.

The fuel economy those coaches build on the Sprinter chassis get is about all I find desirable about them for my needs.

Now if a guy were to pop for the $200k + model and get the lifted 4x4 version it might be worth dealing with the more compact interiors.