eBay possible purchase

[projectzip]

just wondering if you guys in the know could cast your eye over this van
item number https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120553815962

Says 395000 miles would you consider this to be high mileage?

Its only down the road from me so would be perfect purchase.

[MinorMatt]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120553815962&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.ebay.co.uk%3A80%2F%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm38%26_nkw%3Dhttps://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/120553815962%26_sacat%3DSee-All-Categories%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1">http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 3D1&_rdc=1

These engines are bullet proof and if looked after will go on forever.

However the price does seem a bit high to me

[projectzip]

Thanks Matt
Ive got around a grand to play with but need to get tax for it too.
Was thinking of a maximum of £550 ish

[madmark]

it needs arches all round front wings and god knows whats undernieth leave well alone

[projectzip]

:roll: it needs arches all round front wings and god knows whats undernieth leave well alone

Hi Mark
Ive asked the seller to see if he will allow me to view it before I bid so I will have a good look! if his says no then I will leave it well alone as you say.
Arches etc aren't a problem for us we have all the tools lol.

[Alfie Tyler]

Since when did any Diesel Tranny have 190bhp?????? And with only a capacity of only 2 cc ??

I'd be concerned that this may not be the only error on the listing........

However, it does seem (relatively) tidy considering the amount of use it has apparently had.

Like Matt said, Those DI Engines are near Bulletproof - IF looked after correctly. It only takes one uncaring owner to 'miss' a few service intervals, running it into the ground on lumpy treacle and you'd be looking at a major overhaul. Which, considering the cost of the van, wouldn't be very economical.

Having said that, if the Mileage is correct, one would suspect that it has seen a little TLC to get this far, I've seen DIs Seized with less than 80k on them.

Alfie.

[projectzip]

Since when did any Diesel Tranny have 190bhp?????? And with only a capacity of only 2 cc ??

I'd be concerned that this may not be the only error on the listing........

However, it does seem (relatively) tidy considering the amount of use it has apparently had.

Like Matt said, Those DI Engines are near Bulletproof - IF looked after correctly. It only takes one uncaring owner to 'miss' a few service intervals, running it into the ground on lumpy treacle and you'd be looking at a major overhaul. Which, considering the cost of the van, wouldn't be very economical.

Having said that, if the Mileage is correct, one would suspect that it has seen a little TLC to get this far, I've seen DIs Seized with less than 80k on them.

Alfie.

i had seen the slight ahem mistakes in the engine size and bhp so i have asked him to confirm what engine it has

[doughythevanman]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Transit-190-LWB-H ... 2559da25b5

I would have a look at this if not too far away !

[projectzip]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Transit-190-LWB-Hi-top-Diesel-Van-WHITE-long-MOT-TAX_W0QQitemZ160421258677QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Commercial_Trucks?hash=item2559da25b5

I would have a look at this if not too far away !

Nice find but sadly its a high top. Wont fit!

[projectzip]

Spoken to the seller and im going to have a good poke around it tommorow evening.
Where are the most important places to look for hidden rust?

Rear floor above axle
Door steps
Arches (im not to worried about we can fix those)

Engine wise I know whiny diff is one thing

[Nadjenka]

Well... look everywhere I mean - everywhere! If you want some inspiration and masterclass in hiding the rust worm, click thru my thread (and many others) Will give you an idea how something that looks ok-ish can turn into rust monster. Oh yeah - I still have nightmares...

[trigger]

That's just down the road from me, i wonder if he meant it was a 190 not 190 bhp as it appears to be a six studder

[doughythevanman]

If your going to have a good look around i would suggest the following.
Take a small pin hammer and start underneath each front wheel arch, go down each side tapping and generally the sound of the metal will tell you how rotted it is. As you go down each side pay attention to the steps, outriggers and the insides of the rear wheel arches. then the panel underneath the back doors as this is another area of attraction to the dreaded rust worm!
I would agree that it will almost definitley need a set of front wings and arches and the only worry is what is behind the front wings upon removal! .

It looks like the same as mine 190 L with the six stud wheels.

Hope this helps!

[doughythevanman]

Transit 95, Diesel 2.5 (76PS), Diamond White 73

VIN Number: WF0LXXBDVLVE13516
Registration Number: R274TLN
Registration Date: 20.01.1998
Registration Country: GB
Primary Features
Build Date: 17.12.1997
Vehicle Line: Transit 95
Cab Style: Regular Cargo Van
Series: 190L
Engine: Diesel 2.5 (76PS)
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MT75
Drive: RHD RWD
Axle Ratio: 5.14
Emission: 97 EC LDT Requirements
Territory: (+)"GB"
Paint: Diamond White 73
Interior Fabric: Windrush G-C

[projectzip]

Well I missed out the van went for more money then I was willing to give.
However when I went to view it, it is a very very tidy van for its age. yes the arches need doing however inner arches are spot on, very little rust elsewhere and only a small hole next to the rear tie down eye in the load bay. Chassis was very clean. Door steps are perfect and sills are pretty solid too.
Engine actually only had 295000 on the clock too not 395000, this was due to the owner not selling it himself on ebay but his daughter.
Sounded a bit rattly (started from cold) but then it started fine (new starter) no smoke, fresh mot.

Ahhh well the search for spock continues.......oh sorry I mean a Transit.