W906 to W907 Sprinter Conversion Kit Korea: Buyer Guide

Information: W906 to W907 Sprinter Conversion Kit Korea: Buyer Guide

A W906 to W907 conversion kit for the Korean market replaces the older 2006-2018 Mercedes Sprinter front fascia with W907-generation styling parts, giving your van the 2018-present look without a full vehicle replacement. At DL Auto Design we manufacture and ship these exterior upgrade parts directly from Lithuania to South Korea, with 0% VAT for non-EU buyers and worldwide freight on every order.

What Is a W906 to W907 Conversion and Why Is It Popular in Korea?

The Mercedes Sprinter W906 (NCV3, produced 2006-2018) has a distinctly dated face compared to the W907 (VS30, 2018-present). In South Korea, the W907 generation introduced a wider, more aggressive front end with a prominent star grille, sculpted bumper corners, and cleaner headlight integration. Many W906 owners operating luxury shuttles, VIP transport vans, and camper conversions want that modern look without the cost of a new chassis.

A conversion kit - called 스프린터 신형개조 in Korean tuning circles - typically replaces the front bumper, radiator grille, and sometimes headlight surrounds. The result is a vehicle that reads as a current-generation Sprinter from the front. This is especially relevant in Korea, where AMG-style and Maybach-style grille aesthetics command strong demand in the premium people-carrier segment.

One important technical note: the W906 and W907 share a broadly similar van platform but use different bumper mounting points, headlight housings, and grille aperture dimensions. A conversion kit is not a simple bolt-on swap of OEM W907 parts onto a W906 body - it requires purpose-built aftermarket pieces designed to bridge the dimensional difference.

Generation and Fitment: W906 vs W907 Explained

When ordering a conversion kit for a Korean-registered W906 van, always confirm the van body style (panel van, minibus, crew cab) and wheelbase code. Korean-market Sprinters are commonly supplied in L2 and L3 wheelbase variants. Bumper fitment does not change with wheelbase on the front end, but side skirts and rear bumpers require the correct wheelbase selection.

What Parts Make Up a Full W906 to W907 Conversion Kit?

A complete front-end conversion from W906 to W907 styling covers the following components. You can order them individually or as a matched set.

• Front bumper: The most impactful change. A W907-style bumper designed to mount on the W906 structure brings the wide lower intake, angular corner styling, and integrated fog light positions of the newer generation. Our Mercedes Sprinter W907 Front Bumper Sport with Parking Sensor includes pre-drilled sensor ports and comes with a matching front grille as a gift item, which is ideal for conversion builds.
• Radiator grille: The star or diamond-pattern grille is the visual signature of the W907. Options include AMG-style horizontal bars, Maybach-inspired vertical pins, debadged smooth faces, and D-style designs. Grille aperture on a conversion bumper is sized to accept W907-pattern grilles.
• Headlight surrounds / eyebrows: Optional trim pieces that modernize the headlight face on W906 housings without replacing the entire unit.
• Side skirts: Matching the front bumper generation for a cohesive look along the sill line.
• Rear bumper: If a full-van transformation is the goal, adding a W907-style rear bumper completes the silhouette.

For Korean buyers who want a single-package transformation, our Mercedes Sprinter W907 W910 Full Body Kit with Front Grill Diamond is the most efficient way to source matched front, side, and rear pieces in one order, reducing freight cost per part significantly.

Materials: ABS Plastic vs Fiberglass (FRP) for Korean Conditions

We manufacture conversion parts in two primary materials, each with distinct advantages for Korean buyers.

ABS plastic is injection-moulded for precise, repeatable fitment. It is impact-resistant, paintable, and holds its shape in temperature variation - important given Korea's seasonal range from sub-zero winters to humid summer heat. ABS is the recommended choice for daily-use vans, shuttle operators, and fleet vehicles where durability and fitment accuracy are priorities.

Fiberglass (FRP) is hand-laid in moulds for a lighter, stiffer panel. FRP is preferred for custom show builds, camper conversions, and VIP coach work where precise panel shaping and one-off aesthetics are more important than mass-production repeatability. FRP requires more careful handling during freight and installation but produces thinner, sharper character lines.

Both materials arrive paint-ready with a primer-compatible surface. We can also supply parts pre-painted to RAL or OEM Mercedes colour codes on request, which reduces the lead time at a Korean bodyshop.

Parking Sensors and ADAS: What to Check Before Installing

This is the most common technical issue for Korean W906 to W907 conversion builds. The W906 typically carries a basic front parking sensor system. W907-style bumpers from our catalogue include pre-drilled ports for up to 6 or 8 front sensors depending on the design, but the sensor bracket positions differ from the original W906 bumper.

Before ordering, confirm: how many front sensors your W906 is equipped with; whether your van has a forward collision warning radar behind the front emblem (rare on W906 but present on some Korean-spec late models); and whether your bodyshop or installer is experienced with sensor recalibration. All of our sensor-compatible bumpers include mounting provisions, and we document the sensor hole layout in product specifications so your installer can plan the wiring extension before the bumper arrives.

Shipping to Korea: Freight, Import Duties and VAT

DL Auto Design ships worldwide from Lithuania. South Korea is a non-EU destination, which means EU VAT (21%) is deducted at checkout - you pay 0% VAT on the product price. This is a meaningful saving on a full conversion kit order.

Freight to South Korea is typically handled by express courier (DHL, FedEx) for smaller individual parts or consolidated air/sea freight for full body kit sets. Typical transit for express shipments is 5-10 business days to Korean ports. Customs duties in South Korea on plastic automotive parts (HS 8708.29 / 3926.30 category) apply at the standard Korean import tariff rate - buyers should confirm current rates with a Korean customs broker, as the EU-Korea FTA may reduce applicable duties on EU-origin goods.

We provide a full commercial invoice with accurate part description, country of origin (Lithuania, EU), and declared value for every shipment. We do not under-declare values. Korean importers can use the EU-Korea Free Trade Agreement to claim preferential tariff treatment by presenting the EUR.1 movement certificate or origin declaration that we include with qualifying orders.

TUV Certification and Legal Considerations

Several of our front bumpers and exterior parts carry TUV certificates, which document that the part meets European structural and safety testing standards. While TUV certification is a European regulatory instrument and does not automatically confer approval under Korean Road Traffic Act (도로교통법) or KATRI vehicle modification rules, it is a trusted third-party quality signal that Korean importers and insurance assessors recognise.

Korean regulations on vehicle exterior modification require that structural changes are documented and in some cases inspected by the Korea Transportation Safety Authority (TS). A front bumper replacement on a commercial van is generally classed as a cosmetic modification if it does not alter the vehicle's overall dimensions beyond permitted thresholds. We recommend confirming the specific inspection requirements with a Korean vehicle modification specialist before installation.

How to Order the Correct Parts for Your Korean W906 Van

1. Identify your van generation: W906 chassis (2006-2018) vs W907 (2018-present). Check the VIN 7th character or the vehicle registration document.
2. Confirm wheelbase: L1 (short), L2 (standard), L3 (long), L4 (extra-long). Front bumpers are wheelbase-neutral; side skirts and rear bumpers require the correct wheelbase code.
3. Choose material: ABS for durability and fitment precision; FRP for custom weight-critical builds.
4. Select grille style: AMG-bar, star, diamond, Maybach pin, or debadged smooth.
5. Confirm sensor layout: number of front parking sensors on your existing W906 bumper.
6. Choose paint option: paint-ready primer surface or pre-painted to your colour code.
7. Contact DL Auto Design via the product page for a shipping quote and EU-Korea FTA origin documentation if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can W907 bumper parts bolt directly onto a W906 Sprinter?

No. OEM W907 bumper parts do not bolt onto a W906 body. You need aftermarket conversion-specific bumpers designed to bridge the mounting point and aperture differences between generations. DL Auto Design makes these purpose-built conversion parts.

Do Korean buyers pay EU VAT on DL Auto Design orders?

No. South Korea is outside the EU, so EU VAT (21%) is removed at checkout. You pay the net product price plus international freight. Korean import duties may apply separately and depend on the current EU-Korea FTA tariff schedule.

How long does shipping from Lithuania to South Korea take?

Express courier shipments (DHL or FedEx) typically arrive in 5-10 business days. Larger full body kit orders may use air freight consolidation with a slightly longer lead time. We provide tracking on every shipment.

Are TUV-certified parts available for the W906 to W907 conversion?

Yes. Several front bumpers and exterior parts in our catalogue carry TUV certificates. TUV certification documents European safety testing standards. While it does not replace Korean KATRI or TS inspection, it is a recognised quality credential that Korean buyers and customs authorities value.

What grille style is most popular for 스프린터 신형개조 builds in Korea?

In the Korean VIP transport and shuttle market, AMG-style multi-bar horizontal grilles and Maybach-style vertical pin grilles are most requested. The star-pattern grille is also popular for a clean OEM-plus look. All three are available in our W907 grille range.

Can I order the bumper pre-painted to my van colour?

Yes. We offer parts pre-painted to OEM Mercedes colour codes or custom RAL codes. Pre-painted parts save time at the Korean bodyshop and ensure the colour is matched before the part leaves Lithuania. Contact us with your colour code when ordering.

Does the conversion work on all W906 wheelbases sold in Korea?

Front bumpers fit all W906 wheelbases (L1-L4) because the front end dimensions are consistent across wheelbases. Side skirts and rear bumpers require the correct wheelbase variant - confirm your wheelbase code from the vehicle registration before ordering.

A W906 to W907 Sprinter conversion kit is the most cost-effective way to modernise a Korean-market 스프린터 신형개조 without replacing the vehicle. At DL Auto Design we manufacture ABS and fiberglass conversion parts in Lithuania, ship worldwide with 0% VAT for South Korean buyers, and document every order with EU-Korea FTA origin certificates to support preferential duty claims. Browse our W907 front bumper and full body kit range, confirm your wheelbase and sensor layout, and contact us directly for a matched conversion set and freight quote tailored to your Korean delivery address.