Transit Mk2 manufacturer date.

[mgs]

Hi, what year did Transit Mk2 start? I am looking at one with a 'P' reg which is 1975. Looking on the internet they were built from 1978. Can anyone explain this. Cheers Mike

[Altransit]

I'm not an expert, but as a rough guide, the Mk2 started around 1977/78.

A 1975 is definitely a Mk1.

[mgs]

Thats what I thought but the reg plate is definitely 1975 P on the plate.

[mgs]

Is it possible to change the front end from a Mk1 to a mK2 without much problem. The door handles are chrome which has come from or originally from a Mk1. Does anyone know what else to check. Thanks Mike

[Neil]

put some pictures up yes front ends can be altered

[mgs]

Its put me off buying it now. I would rather have it all original.

[Neil]

its not got a personal plate on has it ? look on the v5 for year of manufacture if it says 75 then its on the wrong van

[mgs]

Yes it says Mk1 on the log book.

[dumper]

It has been done fitting mk 2 front end on a mk 1 a local St John’s ambulance had one done years ago near me they didn’t change the dash inside it was a petrol one and they cut the front crossmember off a damaged van to extend the front end they may have also fitted new inner wings I think they did it because it had been damaged.

[Neil]

Yes it says Mk1 on the log book.

its the wrong plate for it