Description
This van is up for sale on behalf of my brother in law who is serving overseas. The weather is finally starting to clear up and it is great to see all the dubs starting to roll out with their families across the country. If you are looking at this you probably already know this and want to be part of the gang, well here is your chance. When buying any vehicle it is important to get one that has been looked after, everyone knows that, but when buying a van to take the family on their hols then its even more important. So rest assured when looking at this one, its years in service with the AA means this van was meticulously maintained, the AA men who run these vehicles every day are bound by contract, to ensure they are in tip top mechanical condition and scrupulously clean for members to see. This is why when buying a T4, AA vans are among the most sought after if not only for the vast service and maintenance performed but for the history and nostalgia of owning a piece of British road history.
This particular van has had a full, and very expensive, repaint in Subaru 555 mica blue. This colour comes alive in the sun due to the pearl in the paint, this van attracts comments and stares everywhere you roll through!
It has contrasting 6 month old gloss black wolf race alloy wheels with all matching tyres that are barely worn and all load rated, safe for van use. And black side running bars, and tinted rear windows all contrasting the colour nicely. The van also benefits from other extras such as front wind deflectors and a tow bar. The suspension, along with a list of other parts below, is all new as well. The van has been lowered 50mm out back and approx 55mm front to give it the stanced look you can see in the pictures. The suspension comprises of high quality bilstein shock absorbers all round and new t4rus HD lowering springs in the back. Please remember when buying a T4 that although a really low one looks cool, you WILL have a sore back and you WILL catch the bottom on everything from cambered roads to speed bumps, in other words if you plan to actually use your new van you will hate every minute of driving it... So when choosing wheels, tyres and suspension, you need the right combo to achieve that blend of cool looks you want, and a good ride you need. You can see from the pics that this one sits really well, and the combination of tyre profile and bilstein shocks on it, gives just enough feel to give more confidence around bends whilst maintaining a plush enough ride on the rougher stuff. Another cool point to note is this van still has its airbag rear suspension fitted by the AA at the rear, this still works and means the rear of the vans height can be adjusted if carrying more load or towing etc. It still has its original AA jump start sockets front and rear which work. Its really cool to see these and not only are they useful but people always ask about them! There is an awning rail mounted above the sliding door which is ready to use, and the van has been professionally fitted with an opening sunroof in the rear.
Inside the cab remains largely standard, other than the camo seat covers and obligatory Hawaiian lei flowers hanging from the mirror. It has a set of custom fit floor mats, and a brand new custom fit centre console with cubby and drinks holders. There is a new set of vibe speakers and tweeters installed in the consoles side panels as well. In the rear of the van, it was once converted to a camper, the units were removed for an upgrade but during this period the owners priorities changed and the van was not refitted. The units are not present but the main stuff is still there, namely, the floor is thick ply and HD vinyl covered, the fiamma table leg insert is present, all windows are with proper custom curtains on rails fitted, all walls lined and carpeted, split charging system with leisure battery under the driver seat and hook up socket on the exterior rear panel. It has the twin rear seat with proper over shoulder seat belts as well. In other words pick your units, screw them in and job done, or don't if you would rather keep it as a surf or day van! Everything else is done and ready to use!
This van is ready to go and ready to use, it comes with a folder of receipts. Of the most recent work buyers should note all the big jobs have been done on this van. Its had a new timing belt kit along with water pump and coolant. There is a new clutch kit fitted and also a new catalytic converter as well. All the big bills have been covered so it can be enjoyed fully by its new family. Below I am going to cover the notable points, any questions please ask and I will do my best to answer and anything I am unsure of I will contact my brother in-law.
01 ex AA Transporter 2.5tdi.
126000 miles.
V5, Mot cert and two keys all present.
Mot until tax until 31 March 2017
Full re-spray in 555 mica blue, tinted windows, sunroof, new wolf race wheels and tyres, new lowered bilstein suspension, running bars, wind deflectors, tow bar, awning rail, camo seat covers, custom floor mats, custom cubby box with vibe speakers, full camper conversion but minus units- including, ply floor with vinyl, fully carpeted panels, electric hook up, leisure battery and split charging system, fiamma table mount, full custom fit railed curtains, twin rear seat with seat belts.
New timing belt kit, new water pump and coolant, new clutch kit, new catalytic converter, larger folder of receipts for work done.
This van is in great shape and ready to use, it starts well and runs great as you would expect a van with this mileage. Please DO NOT expect a new vehicle when coming to see, there is the odd chip or ding and scuff on the paint and a scrape on a bumper corner from normal use you should expect at 15 years old but remember ITS NOT a ex bricky van nor is it some dodgy homebrew bodged together effort, its in very presentable and useable condition, but its not new. The speakers in the cubby are brand new and not wired up yet as there was going to be a new cd player fitted.
Please don't make low ball offers as its not my van, so I don't need the money and I have got space so it sits here until sold or he comes to collect it, please don't offer swaps as I am not in the position to accept or view vehicles on my brother in laws behalf, that's his call, this is a cash only sale and viewing by appointment only. We live in Inverness which is a good drive from most places, as such serious buyers may contact us if collections from train station or airport are required but this will need to fit into our schedule so contact if you are serious only and we will work it out. More pictures available on request, if you'd like to phone or video call and I can walk around the vehicle for you and let you hear it etc.