Highlights

Increasingly rare Mk1 Ford Transit
Solid chassis with no welding done or needed according to the vendor
Camper van conversion with living and sleeping accommodation
Imported from France, now registered on UK plates

The Appeal

It's no exaggeration to say that the Mk1 Ford Transit is one of the most iconic commercial vehicles ever produced. Surviving examples in solid, usable condition are becoming increasingly difficult to source. This 1977 example is a camper van conversion that spent its life in France, a factor that has reportedly helped preserve its chassis. The vendor reports it is rock-solid with no welding done or indeed needed.

Powered by its legendary 1.7-litre V4 engine paired with a four-speed manual gearbox, the vendor states it starts, runs, and drives smoothly with all gears working correctly. The interior has been fitted out with re-trimmed front seats and a rear living area comprising a bed, cooking facilities, a working sink, storage cupboards, and an additional bed above the cabin.

This charming Mk1 Transit will appeal to fans of classic commercials and vintage camper vans alike.

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Key Information

Mileage: 78,000 km (indicated, unwarranted)
Country of registration: UK (LHD van imported from France)
Technical inspection status: MOT and road tax exempt
Technical specs: 1.7-litre V4 petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: imported van, offered without extensive paperwork

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The Detail

Recently serviced with the water pump replaced
Headlights have been upgraded
Lights, wipers, and other electrics reported to be in working order
The vendor states the paintwork is good for its age, with a few small areas that may need attention
Chassis is reportedly solid with no welding done or needed: it can be studied in the photographs
Front seats have been fully re-trimmed
Rear fitted with a bed, cooking facilities, and a working sink
Two rear storage cupboards and an additional bed above the cabin
The vendor states the interior is very clean with no damp
Oil reported to be clean and not known to be leaking
The vendor states the 1.7-litre V4 engine and gearbox are original, with all gears working correctly
Has not been driven far over the last year, the vendor advises

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