Characterful bespoke camper conversion 
Re-trimmed burgundy and brown interior with Porsche front seats 
Orange panel van with German tri-colour decals and Fuchs-style alloys 
Recently driven on a six-hour round trip without fault
Recent rolling road setup and two new tyres fitted 
2L air cooled engine with Weber carburettor and electronic ignition 

(Category N insurance write-off 2019) 

If you’re getting Mystery Machine vibes from this 1983 T25, we’re with you. The colour scheme may be different, but the same sense of creativity and adventure shines out from the distinctive orange paint scheme and the remarkable bespoke interior.

The transformation has preserved the van’s windowless factory layout, which means the ‘reveal’ when you pull back the big sliding door is all the more arresting. The work has been done to a high standard and includes re-trimmed two-tone 1980s Porsche high-back front seats, wood and vinyl roof and sidewalls and a leather sofa in burgundy. There are even bespoke door cards with VANS logos.

The interior is well kept, while the exterior leans more towards a rat look, which feels like it suits the aesthetic. There are some appropriate German tri-colour graphics and a set of Fuchs-style grey anodised alloys to complete the look.

Beneath the rear deck is a 2L air cooled engine with Weber carburettor and electronic ignition. Recent maintenance included a new fuel tank, rolling road setup and two new tyres. It is said to be very reliable, including on a recent 6hr drive to Goodwood.

If you’re looking to add some extra style and interest to any campsite, this is for you.

Mileage: 30,899 miles displayed (indicated, MOT records suggest it is at least 130,899 miles)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt (historic vehicle)
Technical specs: 2.0-litre air-cooled four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: V5C logbook present; MOTs, workshop manual, VW chassis letter, rolling road print out, invoices

Orange paintwork with some deterioration and repairs to note in photos
Age to note to nearside rear arch and sill as shown
Underside as shown
Deteriorated front and rear bumpers as shown
Fitted with grey Fuchs-style alloys showing some tarnish to polished rims
Recently fitted with two new tyres in August 2025
Bespoke leather, vinyl and wood interior as shown in photos
One-off custom interior with leather sofa that converts to a double bed
Gas night heater installed
Custom re-trimmed Porsche front seats
Weber carburettor fitted in place of the original unit
Electronic ignition fitted
Dyno-tuned, reportedly producing 68 bhp
New fuel tank fitted
The vendor states the van drives well and has been reliable
Inspections and test drives welcomed by the vendor



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