Adventure-Built 2018 Mercedes Metris Pop-Top Camper – Santa Cruz Conversion – Ready for the Coast, Forest & MountainsIf you’ve been looking for the perfect adventure rig that balances stealth, comfort, drivability, and true off-grid capability, this 2018 Mercedes Metris camper is the sweet spot. Compact enough for daily driving and tight trailheads, yet equipped for multi-day camping anywhere from Big Sur pullouts to the Sierras.This van was professionally converted by Santa Cruz Campers and has been meticulously cared for. The Open Sky pop-top, Weekender interior, and full solar/battery system make it equally suited for weekend escapes, long overlanders, or a surf-and-sleep beach cruiser.Most camper vans are either too big, too thirsty, or too basic. The Metris hits a rare middle ground:
Parks in normal parking spaces
Drives like an SUV, not a bus
Pop-top gives full standing room + second bed
Lithium + solar = real off-grid capability
Rails are great for surfboards
A 2 bike, bike rack can be added if requested
Perfect stealth size for urban overnightsYou can take this rig from the Santa Cruz Mountains to Tahoe to the Lost Coast without ever feeling limitedWhat's includedCan include
• Fridge
• Simple cooking stove, pan, kettle. utensils' crockery and coffee making equipment
• 2 bike 1UP USA rack that fits on the towbar with a swing arm so you can still access the back
• Sheets and duvet RecommendationsIdeal For
Weekend warrior surf trips
Bike packing / gravel weekends
National park road trips
Somewhere comfortable out of the house to sleep while staying with Family or Friends Other things to noteNo smoking
Parks in normal parking spaces
Drives like an SUV, not a bus
Pop-top gives full standing room + second bed
Lithium + solar = real off-grid capability
Rails are great for surfboards
A 2 bike, bike rack can be added if requested
Perfect stealth size for urban overnightsYou can take this rig from the Santa Cruz Mountains to Tahoe to the Lost Coast without ever feeling limitedWhat's includedCan include
• Fridge
• Simple cooking stove, pan, kettle. utensils' crockery and coffee making equipment
• 2 bike 1UP USA rack that fits on the towbar with a swing arm so you can still access the back
• Sheets and duvet RecommendationsIdeal For
Weekend warrior surf trips
Bike packing / gravel weekends
National park road trips
Somewhere comfortable out of the house to sleep while staying with Family or Friends Other things to noteNo smoking
Adventure-Built 2018 Mercedes Metris Pop-Top Camper – Santa Cruz Conversion – Ready for the Coast, Forest & MountainsIf you’ve been looking for the perfect adventure rig that balances stealth, comfort, drivability, and true off-grid capability, this 2018 Mercedes Metris camper is the sweet spot. Compact enough for daily driving and tight trailheads, yet equipped for multi-day camping anywhere from Big Sur pullouts to the Sierras.This van was professionally converted by Santa Cruz Campers and has been meticulously cared for. The Open Sky pop-top, Weekender interior, and full solar/battery system make it equally suited for weekend escapes, long overlanders, or a surf-and-sleep beach cruiser.Most camper vans are either too big, too thirsty, or too basic. The Metris hits a rare middle ground:
Parks in normal parking spaces
Drives like an SUV, not a bus
Pop-top gives full standing room + second bed
Lithium + solar = real off-grid capability
Rails are great for surfboards
A 2 bike, bike rack can be added if requested
Perfect stealth size for urban overnightsYou can take this rig from the Santa Cruz Mountains to Tahoe to the Lost Coast without ever feeling limitedWhat's includedCan include
• Fridge
• Simple cooking stove, pan, kettle. utensils' crockery and coffee making equipment
• 2 bike 1UP USA rack that fits on the towbar with a swing arm so you can still access the back
• Sheets and duvet RecommendationsIdeal For
Weekend warrior surf trips
Bike packing / gravel weekends
National park road trips
Somewhere comfortable out of the house to sleep while staying with Family or Friends Other things to noteNo smoking
Parks in normal parking spaces
Drives like an SUV, not a bus
Pop-top gives full standing room + second bed
Lithium + solar = real off-grid capability
Rails are great for surfboards
A 2 bike, bike rack can be added if requested
Perfect stealth size for urban overnightsYou can take this rig from the Santa Cruz Mountains to Tahoe to the Lost Coast without ever feeling limitedWhat's includedCan include
• Fridge
• Simple cooking stove, pan, kettle. utensils' crockery and coffee making equipment
• 2 bike 1UP USA rack that fits on the towbar with a swing arm so you can still access the back
• Sheets and duvet RecommendationsIdeal For
Weekend warrior surf trips
Bike packing / gravel weekends
National park road trips
Somewhere comfortable out of the house to sleep while staying with Family or Friends Other things to noteNo smoking
Quick summary
AI generated
This adventure-built Metris camper drives like an SUV for easy exploration.
Enjoy off-grid freedom with solar power and standing room from the pop-top.
Perfect for surf trips, bike packing, or national park adventures, fully equipped.
Pets are welcome to join your spontaneous, stealthy journey.
2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Length
17 ft
17 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gross Weight
6,724 lbs
6,724 lbs
Sleeps
4
4
Seatbelts
5
5
Sleeping arrangements
2 beds
Twin beds
2
2
Metris Weekender
Dates
Features
2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris
- Sleeps 4
- 5 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
- Gross weight: 6,724 lbs
- Sleeps 4
- 5 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
- Gross weight: 6,724 lbs
Amenities
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Bike Rack
- Extra Storage
- Backup Camera
- Solart
- Audio Inputs
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Bike Rack
- Extra Storage
- Backup Camera
Nearby places to stay
La Selva Beach, CA • Exact location provided after booking
1. Beach RV Pleasure Point
Santa Cruz, CA • 7 miles away
2. Carmel by the River RV Park
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA • 29 miles away
3. Marin Park
Larkspur, CA • 78 miles away
4. Jellystone Park™ Tower Park
Lodi, CA • 83 miles away
5. Snug Harbor RV Park & Marina
Walnut Grove, CA • 88 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
La Selva Beach, CA • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
- 12 am start time
12 am end time - Pet friendly
- Music festival friendly
- Tailgating friendly
- No smoking
- Mileage: 100 free miles / day
- No generator
