Highlights

• Californian import that has since been converted to UK electrics
• Refitted interior and overhauled mechanicals
• Desirable 2.0-litre ‘pancake’ engine 

The Appeal

The History and Paperwork

• MOT valid until July 2023 (all eligible for MOT and road tax exemption)
• V5C present
• Small collection of invoices for work and servicing
• Californian import
• First UK registered on 8th August 2013
• Has spent the last four years in storage

The Interior

• The vendor informs us that the van has been subject to some retrimming work
• Much of the camper conversion looks to be of the period
• Sink, dual gas hobs and toploader refrigerator fitted
• Throughout the vehicle, the seats look to have been reupholstered at some point
• The cabinetry certainly looks to be of the period and is in really good shape for its age
• The curtains appear to be recent additions, as does the laminate flooring
• The rear roof lining panel is starting to sag
• Up front, the dashboard is in good shape and a modern Pioneer stereo is fitted
• Little wear evident to the controls
• The door cards present well and match the remaining upholstery
• Overall, this is a really smart interior and with a little tidying in places, it will be ready for your next camping adventure

 

The Exterior 

• The white paintwork presents well and we like how understated it is
• We love the slatted roof rack, it’s a great period accessory and a practical addition
• It appears remarkably straight down the sides with good door fit and panel gaps
• There is a little corrosion starting to appear in the lower bodywork but this does not look to be excessive at present
• The painted bumpers have survived really well
• The seams all look in good order, as does the roof guttering
• Underneath, there is some corrosion in places but nothing looks to pose any immediate structural concerns
• The heater pipe has had some insulation installed to improve its efficiency
• The chrome work would benefit from some attention as the handles are flaking and one of the headlamp ring appears damaged
• Behind the sliding door, the there is a small dent although repair should be fairly straightforward as this panel can be removed
• As a US-spec vehicle, it has indicator repeaters on the doors
• External flue vent
• Heated rear window
• The wheels are in good order and the tyres look in fair condition

 

The Mechanics 

• 2.0-litre ‘pancake’ engine fitted with a single carburettor
• Four-speed manual gearbox
• The vendor informs us that it has received a mechanical overhaul and some of the work is detailed in the invoices which accompany the van
• We’re informed that it runs and drives really well with no faults to report
• Clean and tidy under the engine hatch

Summary