Replacing the cargo van one Foundation at a time

Choose your Foundation

Not all adventures are created equal. Whether you need the refined efficiency of a transcontinental cruiser or the raw articulation of an off-road beast, we have the chassis to support your vision.

Mercedes Sprinter

The Sophisticated Explorer. If you plan on crossing borders and eating up highway miles with the occasional dirt road to a scenic overlook, the Sprinter is your match. It offers the best fuel economy and the most "premium" driving experience.

Ford Transit

The Agile All-Rounder. The Transit is the "Goldilocks" of the lineup— with a powerful Eco-Boost gas engine, snappy handling, and an AWD system that handles snow and gravel with ease. It’s easy to service anywhere and packed with modern driver-assist tech.

Ford E-Series

The Trail Specialist. This is not just a "van"—it is a dedicated off-road machine. With a true 4x4 conversion by UJoint Offroad and our Zero Torsion Subframe, this rig can handle 22° of chassis twist without putting a single ounce of stress on your interior build.

Get To Know Foundation Vans

A van built to be upfit.

FV Vans features a van cab chassis with a fully integrated, insulated, and easy-to-upfit body on a torsion-reduction subframe. For work or play, it’s a purpose-built solution ready for your build

  • FV Vans delivers more capacity, seamless cab-to-body access, and builder-friendly features for easy upfitting.

    • Spacious Interior - You get more interior volume with a wider and taller (7’) body design.

    • Full Passthrough - Easy access between the cab and the body, allowing for swivel seats.

    • 90-Degree Surfaces - Unlike standard cargo vans, our bodies have perfect right-angle corners designed to make custom upfitting hassle-free.

  • FV vans combine innovative engineering, robust materials, and superior insulation to ensure long-lasting performance in any environment.

    • Torsion Reduction Subframe - Our exclusive subframe design minimizes road forces transferred to the body, significantly reducing structural fatigue over time.

    • High-Impact Resistant Construction - The inner and outer skins are engineered for exceptional impact resistance, designed to endure even the most demanding conditions.

    • Fully Insulated R12 - A fully insulated body allows for highly efficient climate control in any environment.

    • Inorganic Materials - Our inorganic, fire-retardant materials do not absorb water, produce mold, or decay over time.

  • Our vehicles are backed with the assurance of expert engineering and support.

    • Mercedes Quality - You can trust that our vehicles meet the highest engineering standards.

    • Factory Warranty - Your vehicles are covered by Mercedes’ factory warranty and can be serviced at any Mercedes dealership.

    Flexible Financing

    • Financeable - Our flexible financing options enable you to invest in quality from the start.

What Makes Foundation The Industry Leader?

7’ Interior Height

6’8.5” Interior Width

65% More Volume- VS. equivalent cargo van

R-12 Insulated- Highest grade in the industry

High Impact Skin- Strongest in the industry

Lowest Thermal Transfer in the industry

Torsion Reduction subframe engineered to

Mercedes specifications

FMVSS & OEM Certified

90-Degree Corners

Flat Surfaces

Easy Upfitting

Built-In 80/20

Quick, Easy, Secure

Modular and DIY Friendly

Completely Empty

Ready For Your Build

Door/Window/Hatch Ready