2002 Ford Transit VH Campervan - White - 392,917km - Pop-Top Conversion Project

2002 Ford Transit VH, 2.4L DuraTorq TDCi Turbo Diesel, 5-Speed Manual, All Wheel Drive, 392,917km



Description

This German-built Ford Transit started life as a 12-seat bus and has been converted to a campervan with a pop-top roof and custom timber fit-out. The Transit VH series is known for its durable 2.4L DuraTorq TDCi turbo diesel engine and long-wheelbase, high-roof body configuration that provides standing headroom and genuine living space. This example features a forward-hinged pop-top for additional height, a roll-out Fiamma F45 awning, and a well-constructed timber interior with raised rear bed platform, slide-out day bed, kitchen cabinetry with 65L Waeco fridge on drawer slides, and a dedicated shower/toilet enclosure with privacy curtain. The interior is lined with modern timber-look cladding, roof-mounted ventilation fans, and LED lighting throughout.



The exterior presents honestly for a 22-year-old commercial vehicle. The white paint shows oxidation and has lost its gloss across the bonnet, roof, and panels, with minor scuffs and dirt accumulation around the lower body and wheel arches. The panels are straight with no visible collision damage. The pop-top structure appears sound, and the awning is mounted along the driver's side roof rail. The cab interior shows heavy use with worn and torn driver's seat fabric and passenger seat wear consistent with the high odometer reading. The engine bay is complete and tidy, with the DuraTorq TDCi diesel clearly badged on the engine cover. Service documentation, owner's manuals, multiple keys with remote fobs, and registration paperwork are included.



This is a project vehicle being sold as-is. The camper conversion provides a strong foundation with quality structural work including the pop-top, timber framing, and kitchen cabinetry, but the fit-out is incomplete. For buyers with mechanical skills and the vision to complete the build, this represents a solid platform at a budget entry point. The Transit's cult following in the campervan community and the quality of the structural conversion work make this a worthwhile project for the right buyer.



Features

* 2.4L DuraTorq TDCi turbo diesel engine (103kW/140PS)

* 5-speed manual transmission

* All wheel drive

* Forward-hinged pop-top roof for additional headroom and ventilation

* Fiamma F45 roll-out awning mounted on driver's side roof rail

* Raised rear bed platform with under-bed storage (3 bays with aluminium/galvanised framing)

* Slide-out day bed/lounge with storage underneath

* Kitchen cabinetry with mosaic tile splashback and stainless steel bench

* 65L Waeco fridge on galvanised drawer slides (top-access via lift/slide panel)

* Dedicated shower/toilet enclosure with aluminium frame and grey canvas curtain

* Timber-look wall and ceiling cladding throughout living area

* Roof-mounted ventilation fans with remote control

* LED strip lighting and fairy lights in sleeping area

* External access hatch on passenger side body

* Aftermarket Sony head unit

* Roof skylights (2x passenger side)

* Rear step platform below barn doors

* Multiple keys including 2x remote transponder fobs

* Owner's manuals and service documentation included



Condition Notes

* Vendor advises the vehicle has a documented no-start condition. Service records indicate a PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) immobiliser fault and potential PCM (engine computer) replacement required. Sold as-is, suitable for mechanical repair or parts. Buyers should budget for diagnostic work and possible PCM replacement.

* High odometer reading of 392,917km consistent with prior commercial bus use

* Camper conversion is partially complete. No cooking facilities, toilet, or plumbing fixtures visible in photos. Vendor advises solar panels, lithium battery bank with Bluetooth monitor, diesel heater, and Gasmate cooking equipment are included, but electrical and plumbing systems were not photographed and cannot be verified from images.

* Driver's seat fabric is torn and frayed on front edge of cushion

* Passenger seat shows wear and discolouration on seat base

* Paint is oxidised across all panels with particular fading on bonnet, roof, and rear doors

* Cab headliner shows sagging near windscreen area

* Steel wheels show surface corrosion, no hubcaps fitted

* Originally a 12-seat bus per compliance plate (MD3 category, GVM 3,550kg). Buyers should verify licensing requirements for their state if reverting to passenger configuration.



Specifications

Year: 2002 (Date of Manufacture: March 2002)

Make/Model: Ford Transit Bus 2 (VH Series)

Body: Long Wheelbase High Roof Van (converted from 12-seat bus to campervan)

Engine: 2.4L DuraTorq TDCi Turbo Diesel (4-cylinder)

Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Drive: All Wheel Drive

Odometer: 392,917km

Colour: White

Seats: 7 (as listed, originally 12-seat bus configuration)

GVM: 3,550kg

Manufacturer: Ford Werke Aktiengesellschaft (Germany)

Compliance: ADR Approval No. 22149, Category MD3

Location: Villawood, NSW

VIN: WF0EXXGBFE2Y72974

If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Gavin directly on 0455 500 400

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Location of item: 60 Marple Avenue, Villawood, NSW, Australia

This item is being offered PICK UP ONLY. Local collection is available, if shipping is required, bidders are encouraged to organise their own freight.

** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **

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