Why Choose a Daimler Vans MasterUpfitter?
Both the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris chassis provide a prime baseline for performing an upfit or custom conversion for either commercial or private use. Choosing the right upfitter / build specialist to perform your project is an important choice that should not occur without proper research. . The Daimler Vans MasterUpfitter program is a network of qualified Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris specialists that represent the quality associated with the Mercedes-Benz brand. As a Daimler Vans MasterUpfitter member since 2010, HQ Custom Design is dedicated to building safe and durable vehicles that meet the stringent requirements of Mercedes-Benz, and will remain on the road for years to come. Building your custom Sprinter or Metris with a MasterUpfiter provides each customer a wide variety of benefits that can save time, money and be the difference between riding in a safe versus unsafe vehicle. Let’s find out the slew of perks that come with choosing a MasterUpffiter for your custom upfit / conversion project.
Drop-ship Logistics Programs
To give a bit background, in most cases MasterUpfitters and their local Mercedes-Benz dealerships tend to work in conjunction with another, as perspective clients have the choice of dealing with their builder directly or through a reserved logistics chain via a dealership. If a vehicle is purchased from a dealership / factory and is getting work performed by a MasterUpfitter, then it can be dropped shipped straight to the builder’s facility without needed customer involvement. Both the two parties will be responsible for conducting all elements of the vehicle’s delivery to the upfitter’s facility. In terms of the client, the added value here is not limited to minor involvement and saving money, as this eliminates any liabilities associated with transporting the vehicle themselves. Builders / upfitters that are not part of the MasterUpffiter program do not have access to the drop-shop program.
Financing Solutions & Packages
Most vans that are sold by an authorized Daimler Vans dealer are eligible to be structured into lease and financing contracts that allow clients to package the cost of their vehicle and the upfit / conversion (dependent upon the project’s cost) into a single agreement. To take advantage of this offer from Mercedes-Benz Financial, a new vehicle must be used for the custom build, as used or certified pre-owned vehicles are not eligible. All financing agreements should be discussed with your Mercedes-Benz dealer, as such is dependent on credit approval by Mercedes-Benz Financial.
OEM Warranty Compliance
Investing in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Metris is not a cheap venture, and this is without factoring in potential conversion costs, therefore ensuring that your custom vehicle is compliant with OEM warranties is a must. In most cases, the work performed by a MasterUpfitter is able to coincide with the basic limited warranty offered by Mercedes-Benz, covering any potential vehicle component or conversion related issues of up to 3-years or 36,000 miles (whichever occurs first in the US). Due to the nature of how MasterUpfitters and Mercedes-Benz dealerships operate with one another, addressing maintenance or any issue is a rather streamlined process that ensures peace of mind for the owner / operator. If the van is built by any other third party, who is not in the MasterUpfitter program, then you run the risk of losing the OEM warranty of the van.
Master of their Trade
All MasterUpfitters are experts in their specific trade and keep up with the most up-to-date upfitting standards written with the Mercedes-Benz guidebook. They are advised to follow a set of recommended electrical wiring paths, drilling, welding and other building techniques, as well. It should be noted that each MasterUpfitter should not necessarily be considered a jack of all trades, as most tend to specialize in specific class of custom conversions or upfits. Therefore, understanding what your builder is capable of and has done in the past is important in making an informed purchasing decision. By keeping the merits of your builder in mind, you can tap the benefits of receiving professional expertise and having a wide range of options designed for meeting your travel needs.
Where Can You Find a Daimler Vans MasterUpfitter?
If you are looking for a Daimler Vans Master Upfitter look no further than HQ Custom Design. Located in northern New Jersey, HQ has been a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris van specialist for nearly a decade as distinguished members of the MasterUpfitter program, known throughout the industry for building vehicles that are innovative and timeless. Through our meticulous craftsmanship, in-house engineering, and our dedicated team, HQ ensures that each of our builds are instilled with our principles of safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Whether you are looking to build a private or family vehicle, a mobile office workspace for your business, a handicapped accessible van, or people mover / shuttle bus and more, HQ works with each client to find the solution to meet their unique travel needs. Our diverse clientele is comprised of small businesses, law enforcement agencies, fleet managers, limousine companies, corporations, medical service providers, families, hospitality services, private clients, outdoor adventurers, among others.
If you want to learn more about our expertise as a Daimler Vans Master Upfitter or would like to begin designing your custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Metris please fill out our contact form, email us at sales@hqcustomdesign.com or call us at 201-592-6939