Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates is the authorized Midwest Automotive Designs dealer for the greater Chicago area — the only franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer in Chicagoland carrying in-stock MAD vans. Midwest Automotive Designs (MAD) has hand-built luxury Sprinter conversions in Elkhart, Indiana since 2000, producing some of the most refined Midwest vans available anywhere in the country. From the landmark Luxe Cruiser RV van to the iconic Business Class executive coach and the redesigned 2027 Executive Shuttle, every MAD van is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform and backed by the full Mercedes-Benz factory warranty on the drivetrain. Browse our in-stock MAD inventory or call our luxury van specialists at 847-885-7000.
Midwest Automotive Designs — widely known among luxury van enthusiasts as MAD, or simply “Midwest Vans” — is one of the most respected names in the Sprinter conversion industry. Founded in 2000 in Elkhart, Indiana, MAD pioneered the luxury Sprinter conversion market in the United States, introducing both the Business Class executive van and the first camper van conversion ever built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform.
Today, Midwest Automotive Designs produces six distinct conversion models, each hand-built to an exacting standard that blends European craftsmanship with American coach-building tradition. No two MAD vans are exactly alike — each unit is built to specification with hand-stitched leather seating, custom cabinetry, and luxury finishes that go well beyond what any production vehicle offers at any price point.
MAD is now part of Alliance RV, one of the largest RV manufacturing groups in the country, which provides the operational scale and supply chain depth to maintain consistent quality and availability across all models. For buyers searching for a MAD van near Chicago, or a MAD Sprinter van dealer in Illinois, Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates is the region’s authorized source — with in-stock inventory available for immediate purchase and same-week delivery.
Midwest Automotive Designs produces six luxury Sprinter van models, each purpose-built for a different buyer and use case. All 2027 MAD vans ship with a dramatically upgraded standard feature set — including Starlink satellite internet, 8-way powered captain’s chairs with heat and massage, USB-C charging at every seating position, and an upgraded Alpine audio system — as standard equipment on every model.
Midwest Automotive Designs dramatically expanded the standard feature set across all 2027 models. Features that previously required option packages are now included on every unit — no add-on pricing required for the features that matter most. Every 2027 MAD luxury Sprinter van ships with:
Every Midwest Automotive Designs luxury Sprinter is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform — which means the drivetrain, chassis, and base vehicle are covered by the Mercedes-Benz factory warranty. Purchasing your MAD van from an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer like Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates gives you something independent van sellers cannot provide: complete, uninterrupted warranty coverage backed by the manufacturer.
When you buy a MAD luxury Sprinter from a private seller, a luxury van reseller, or a non-franchised lot, the Mercedes-Benz factory warranty on the Sprinter base vehicle is still technically in place — but any service, warranty claims, or issues that arise go through a dealer the seller has no relationship with. You’re buying a $150,000–$250,000+ vehicle with no advocacy from the selling party post-sale.
When you buy from Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates, you have a full-service authorized dealer on your side for the life of your ownership. Our service department handles Sprinter drivetrain warranty work directly. Our Vancare Express fast-track lane minimizes downtime. Our Mobile Service unit can come to you for qualifying maintenance. And our van specialists remain available well after delivery to answer ownership questions, connect you with MAD’s customer support for conversion-specific items, and help coordinate any future service needs.
Midwest Automotive Designs builds to order, and factory lead times for custom MAD vans can run months. Our curated in-stock MAD inventory means you can select, finance, and take delivery this week — not after a lengthy factory wait. For buyers who need their luxury Sprinter van now, or who want to see and experience the vehicle before committing, our Hoffman Estates showroom is the right starting point.
Ready to see a MAD van in person? Our in-stock Midwest Automotive Designs inventory is available for immediate viewing at our Hoffman Estates showroom. Call our luxury van team at 847-885-7000 or browse inventory online.
MAD vans attract a distinct buyer profile — people who have decided that the journey itself should be as exceptional as the destination. Here are the most common buyer types we serve:
MAD luxury Sprinter vans are significant investments — typically ranging from $140,000 to over $250,000 depending on model and options. Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates has financing experience specifically with high-value Sprinter conversions, and we work with lenders who understand the luxury van market and can structure terms appropriate for these vehicles.
Options available to MAD van buyers include standard consumer auto financing, commercial vehicle financing for business buyers, and fleet terms for operators purchasing multiple units. Business buyers should also ask our finance team about Section 179 implications on luxury van purchases used for business purposes. Apply for financing online →
Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates
1000 W Golf Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
35 miles from downtown Chicago · Minutes from O’Hare International Airport
We are the only franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer in the greater Chicago metro carrying in-stock Midwest Automotive Designs luxury Sprinter vans. We serve MAD buyers throughout Illinois and ship to all 50 states.
Serving: Chicago · Schaumburg · Naperville · Elgin · Evanston · Oak Brook · Barrington · Lake Forest · Hinsdale · Downers Grove · and the broader Midwest region.
Luxury Van Sales: 847-885-7000
Midwest Automotive Designs — commonly called MAD vans or Midwest Vans — is a luxury Sprinter van conversion company founded in 2000 in Elkhart, Indiana. MAD builds hand-crafted luxury conversions on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform, producing six distinct models ranging from Class B RV vans (Luxe Cruiser, Passage) to executive transport (G-55/G-45, Business Class) to team and group vans (Athletic Series, Executive Shuttle). MAD is part of Alliance RV, one of the largest RV manufacturing groups in North America.
Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates is the authorized Midwest Automotive Designs dealer for the greater Chicago area. We are located at 1000 W Golf Rd in Hoffman Estates, IL — 35 miles from downtown Chicago and minutes from O’Hare International Airport. We maintain in-stock MAD inventory available for immediate purchase, and we ship to all 50 states for buyers who cannot visit in person.
Both are Class B-style luxury RV Sprinters, but they serve different buyer priorities. The Luxe Cruiser is oriented toward mobile luxury living — open floor plan, lavish lounge seating, rear restroom, dual HDTVs, and premium audio — with an emphasis on comfort and entertainment. The Passage is MAD’s dedicated camper van, built for extended self-sufficient travel with an induction cooktop, full shower, porcelain toilet, rooftop solar, shore power, and the Freedom Lithium battery system. The Passage is designed to live off-grid; the Luxe Cruiser is designed to travel in style. We have a full comparison guide available: Luxe Cruiser vs. Passage →
Yes. Every Midwest Automotive Designs luxury van is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and the Sprinter base vehicle carries the standard Mercedes-Benz drivetrain warranty — 5 years / 100,000 miles on the powertrain. The conversion components (seating, cabinetry, electronics, coach systems) are covered by MAD’s own conversion warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles. Purchasing from an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer like Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates ensures your MB warranty is processed correctly and that you have dealer advocacy for any warranty claims.
Both options are available. We maintain curated in-stock MAD inventory that is available for immediate purchase with no factory wait — ideal for buyers who want their luxury Sprinter now. Factory orders are also available for buyers who want specific color combinations, option packages, or configurations not currently in stock. Factory lead times vary; contact our van team for current production scheduling. For most buyers, our in-stock selection covers the most popular configurations across all six MAD models.
Firefly is an integrated touchscreen coach management system standard on MAD executive and RV models. It allows passengers and operators to control lighting, climate, entertainment, and coach electronics from a single interface. Firefly replaces multiple individual controls with a unified, intuitive digital panel — a significant usability upgrade over older coach control systems.
The Freedom Lithium Package is MAD’s integrated lithium battery system for the Passage RV van. The base Passage ships with a 330Ah lithium battery and rooftop solar. The Freedom Lithium upgrade brings this to 600Ah, and a further upgrade option extends capacity to 1,080Ah — enough to run all onboard systems for extended off-grid travel without shore power. The 2027 Passage also includes Starlink satellite internet as standard, making it one of the most capable self-contained luxury Sprinter vans on the market.
Yes. We regularly deliver MAD luxury Sprinter vans to buyers across the country. Our team coordinates insured door-to-door transport with vetted carriers, handles all out-of-state titling and registration paperwork, and supports the full remote purchase process — from selection and financing to signing and delivery scheduling. Buyers from California, Texas, Florida, New York, and most other states purchase from us regularly. If you’d prefer to see the vehicle in person first, Hoffman Estates is minutes from O’Hare International Airport. Out-of-state buying guide →
MAD van pricing varies by model and configuration. Entry-level MAD executive vans typically begin in the $140,000–$160,000 range, while fully optioned Luxe Cruiser and Passage models with Freedom Lithium and Starlink packages can exceed $250,000. The Business Class and G-Series executive vans fall in the mid-range, with pricing influenced by passenger count, wheelbase, and option selections. Contact our luxury van team at 847-885-7000 for current in-stock pricing on any specific model.
Midwest Automotive Designs is one of the few Sprinter conversion companies with over two decades of continuous production experience, a full six-model lineup, and an authorized dealer network backed by Mercedes-Benz franchised dealers. MAD’s build quality — hand-stitched leather, custom cabinetry, proprietary coach control systems, and the Freedom Lithium platform — distinguishes their vans from smaller conversion shops or one-off builds. For buyers comparing luxury Sprinter options at our dealership, we also carry OGV Luxury Coach conversions, providing a side-by-side comparison opportunity that few dealers can offer.
