Conrod's Supervan 2

[conrod]

Originally posted October30th 2015.

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I spotted this van about 10-15 years ago, driving down the motorway, and thought "ooohh, I am going to own that one day!" I tracked down the owner, and gave him a visit about 3-4 years ago, and have been in touch since. I told him if he ever wants to sell it, to let me know. Anyway, he spent the last 2-3 years getting it panelled and painted, and fitting lots of new parts on. He brought it over about 3-4 months ago to show me it, and said he would probably sell it next year. Anyway, he texted me last weekend saying he was ready to sell it, and to come over if I was interested. After another test drive, and some negotiation, a deal was agreed on. I have just paid a deposit to hold, and will probably pay for it end of November and collect it. Pretty stoked about it, unlike my other vans this one is not a project, I can use it straight away:)

It has a 3.8 Holden/Buick V6 with 4 stage auto fitted. It is quite a harsh noisy engine, but my god does it go! It would give my Mk1 V8 a good run for its money I think. And being injected should be better on fuel too. Otherwise, it is fairly standard, not really any other mods done.

[conrod]

Originally posted October30th 2015.

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Conrad, you're addicted, and may possibly need professional help


What a great looking van though

[conrod]

Originally posted October30th 2015.

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Love the van though, even if you are mad

[conrod]

Originally posted October30th 2015.

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Conrad, you're addicted, and may possibly need professional help

yes I think you might be right

[conrod]

Originally posted October31st 2015.

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Ooooo very nice,I'd give a testie for that

[conrod]

Originally posted October30th 2015.

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sweet

[conrod]

Originally posted November 1st 2015.

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That's nice

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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Lucky lucky lucky man! Nice van!!!

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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I was going to pick the van up at the end of November, but couldn't wait, so paid the balance and picked it up Saturday. Been driving it around all weekend, and really happy with it. It is very good to drive for an old van, quite tight. Took it on a long run yesterday, and refilled with fuel when I got back. Looks like about 20mpg, or 14l/100kms, which is very good for something that has the aerodynamics of a house, with a fairly large engine. And way better than my current LDV "Police" van, which will be replaced by this as my tow vehicle.

Parked up at Hampton Downs yesterday (a local racetrack) next to my mates "Masport" V8 Mk2. They certainly got a bit of attention there!

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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Nice van Conrod I had one like that spoiler and stripes but fitted with a Yorkie .Best van I ever had.I must root out photos of it and learn how to post them

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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You lucky, lucky man, she is gorgeous, well done!

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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Nice van Conrod I had one like that spoiler and stripes but fitted with a Yorkie .Best van I ever had.I must root out photos of it and learn how to post them

would be cool to see that

[conrod]

Originally posted November 2nd 2015.

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You have cool vans.
A holden motor in a ford!
Dont ford and holden owners get together and knock lumps out of each other? Or is that more in aus.

[conrod]

Originally posted November 3rd 2015.

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You have cool vans.
A holden motor in a ford!
Dont ford and holden owners get together and knock lumps out of each other? Or is that more in aus.

yes some say they do It's really a Buick V6 though I have a fully rebuilt Essex V6 (never been run) and type 9 5 speed bolted to it, which would be much more period corect if I fitted that. But would be much slower, and thirstier, so for the sake of a bit of banter about the Holden/Buick into Ford thing I will stick to the current engine.

[conrod]

Originally posted November 6th 2015.

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wow, what an awesome van mate. great find, best of luck with her.