Highlights

FRESHLY MOT'D AND ABS LIGHT STAYING ON IS NOW RESOLVED
“Ready to use” campervan based on T28 Startline
Finished in attractive Fresco Green (LA6W/3P)
Cambelt changed at 92,051 miles
Well maintained with last service at 92,000 miles
Rock ‘n’ Roll bed with belted seating for 5 persons
Very capable and equipped for off grid camping

The Appeal

If you know, you know. A T5.1 Transporter is where everyday usability meets full-blown cult status. The facelifted generation marked a high point for the Volkswagen Transporter lineage, pairing tougher, more modern styling with dependable 2.0-litre diesel power and the kind of build quality that made these vans legends on worksites and campsites alike. In T28 short-wheelbase form, it’s widely regarded as the sweet spot: compact enough to drive anywhere, yet spacious enough to convert into a genuinely usable camper. That balance, plus huge aftermarket support, is exactly why the T5.1 remains one of the most coveted bases for enthusiasts who want a van that can work hard during the week and disappear off-grid at a moment’s notice.

This particular example looks every inch the part. Finished in vibrant Fresco Green with what the vendor describes as “new paint work,” it has the kind of presence that turns a practical van into something far more characterful. The facelift front bumper with splitter extension, colour-coded mirrors, chrome accents and purposeful 20-inch alloys give it a confident, custom stance, while details like the aftermarket dual-twin stainless exhaust hint that this isn’t a run-of-the-mill Transporter. Inside, the transformation continues with a thoughtfully executed camper conversion: rock ‘n’ roll bed, two-burner hob, sink, fridge, heating system, storage units and even a TV, all wrapped in carpet lining for a cohesive finish. The vendor notes it offers “Overall good condition with off-grid solar,” making it especially appealing for buyers seeking independence from campsite hook-ups.

Under the skin sits the proven 2.0-litre engine paired with a five-speed manual gearbox; a combination prized for durability and real-world efficiency. A cambelt change at 92,051 miles is a welcome maintenance highlight, and the seller advises that “the engine is running perfectly with a new starter motor.” The current keeper describes it as “a great campervan, beautiful colour, good condition and ready to use,” which neatly captures the appeal: a T5.1 that looks the part, has the essentials already sorted, and is primed for its next chapter of road trips, surf missions or festival weekends. Minor age-related signs of use, including a small windscreen chip and light underside wear, simply reflect a van that’s been enjoyed as intended.

The History & Paperwork

First registered in July 2012
4 keepers from new
The photos indicate an odometer reading of 103,387 miles
V5C in the existing keeper’s name
Some service history and invoices for work carried out
Owner’s manual folder & 2 keys present
Valid MOT until March 2027

Service History

01/2023 - 92,051 miles - F M S Car & Truck - Motor Flush, Screenwash, Oil & Filter Change, New Timing Belt Kit & Coolant Pump, Replacement Front “D” Bushes - £748.80
04/2022 - 89,157 miles - George Rhodes & Sons LTD - Replacement N/S/F Calliper - £182.35
01/2022 - 86,114 miles - F M S Car & Truck - Replacement Coil Spring, Motor Flush, Screenwash, Oil & Filter Change - £497.54
02/2021 - 75,431 miles - F M S Car & Truck - Motor Flush, Screenwash, Oil & Filter Change - £177. 60
08/2019 - 62,389 miles - Garage Pepin S.a.r.l. - New Clutch & Wheel Alignment - €154,44

The Condition

Finished in Fresco Green (LA6W/3P)
The paintwork appears particularly well, supporting the owner's claim of “new paint work”
T5.1 (facelift) front bumper with splitter extension
Colour-matched wing mirror covers
Chrome sidebars, front & rear VW badges, and rear bumper protector
Stone chip in the centre of the windscreen
20-inch alloy wheels with “new tyres,” says the vendor
Aftermarket dual-twin stainless exhaust system
Roof bars
The engine bay and underside of the vehicle display rust consistent with age and usage
Startline-spec, Black & Grey fabric interior
3 front seats, Driver’s seat and double passenger bench seat
2 belted seats on the rock ‘n’ roll bed in the rear
Non-Air conditioning model
Original instrument cluster and switchgear, except the aftermarket Touchscreen Android head unit
Matching carpet mats in the front footwell, sliding door step, and rear conversion
Carpet-lined campervan conversion
Living space heater & control panel
Integrated 2-burner gas hob and sink with a 2-way fridge, and switch control panel with voltage reader, USB and 12v lighter sockets below
Storage cupboards, shelf, and wardrobe are also included in the utilities unit
Signs of vinyl lifting away from the top of the utilities unit
Voltage reader, USB and 12v lighter sockets, as well as tie points, can be found on the rear of the passenger bench seat base
Ceiling lights and TV screen
The vendor notes: “Overall good condition with off-grid solar”

The Mechanics

1968cc (2.0L) Diesel engine
5-speed manual transmission
2800kg Revenue Weight
Cambelt changed at 92,051 miles
New clutch at 62,389 miles
The seller advises, “The engine is running perfectly with a new starter motor”

The existing keeper describes: “This is a great campervan, beautiful colour, good condition and ready to use.”

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