[155337]

Volkswagen Transporter T5.1 T30 2.0 TDI 140Bhp SWB Factory 6 seater kombi | eBay

This looks nice but maybe I am looking at the looks not the underneath

Looks nice on the outside (team black [emoji41]) … just needs some red Sportline decals/stripes [emoji23]

Basic/standard inside and 130,000 on the clock makes it (with the VAT) just too expensive - though you’re looking at the right base, a Kombi (5 or 6 seats) is the way to go as you’ll already get all the windows done and just need to add a bed in the rear - easy enough to build your own behind the 2nd row of seats, I’ve done it so it can’t be that difficult [emoji38].

 

[KellyCostello]

Having said that if you want a VW based semi-motorhome then this looks pretty decent for the money:

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My advice either way is AVOID EBAY !! … VW pricing is usually beyond ridiculous on there and those ones you have found are no exception, I think they are all far too much money for too little (especially as you’ll have VAT on top of those prices).

AutoTrader is your friend - it is consistently a LOT cheaper, for T5s at least...

Thank you I have looked on Autotrader also not much coming up at the mo ..... will keep looking . Do you think the 2011 conversion is also really high ?

 

[KellyCostello]

Looks nice on the outside (team black [emoji41]) … just needs some red Sportline decals/stripes [emoji23]

Basic/standard inside and 130,000 on the clock makes it (with the VAT) just too expensive - though you’re looking at the right base, a Kombi (5 or 6 seats) is the way to go as you’ll already get all the windows done and just need to add a bed in the rear - easy enough to build your own behind the 2nd row of seats, I’ve done it so it can’t be that difficult [emoji38].

I really like your thinking with the windows and bed great advice. Could I add a pop at a later stage to the kombi ?

 

[KellyCostello]

2011 Black Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI T32 Kombi SWB 4dr (SWB) for sale for £15950 in Kilby, Leicestershire (autotrader.co.uk)

 

[155337]

I really like your thinking with the windows and bed great advice. Could I add a pop at a later stage to the kombi ?

Yep a pop top can be added to any van. Buying a Kombi is always good because you know the seats are factory installed and 100% safe. There’s always doubt with DIY conversions and unless you get the seatbelts, mounts, seats/mounts all professionally verified then !?!

That latest one, 2011 on AutoTrader looks more like it .. if there isn’t VAT on top and there is service history then you might have found your new ‘dub?

 

[Wakeboarder 321]

Why don't you hire one, long weekends etc, a couple times. This is what we did last year to see if we really did want one and check the layout etc to our liking. We hired a cali, and a LWB, found the swb really cramped.
Ended up getting one, a LWB and did the conversion myself. Our second trip this weekend and really happy with our van.

 

[WillsT5Ted]

How come the search is just for the T5.1s?
I've had my fair share of problems with my pre facelift but even then, from what I've been told, the 1.9 and the 2.5 are just as bulletproof.
Yes they will have higher milage but these engine are built to last as long as they have a full service history to go with the van.
You'll be looking at all sorts of vans and not knowing what to go with. Have a think about what you want from the van, do some research into the vans and then start looking.
From experience, the 2.5L of the pre facelift isn't going to be your best friend as a daily on short journeys but will more than eat up the miles on a motorway, these are vans at the end of the day, not cars so short journeys won't be great for them.
It I ridiculous how much a base T5.1 is!
I got my 2.5 just before or at the start of the price hike, £5250, 230k miles on the clock and a full service history and receipts of work done on the van. That's now gone up to around £14k, the price of your starting point, and I've got a brand new engine, a converted rear for sleeping and electric hookup.
I thought I was shafted with how much I've spent but I think im pretty well off with the starting price of some of these.

As what @Wakeboarder 321 has said, why not hire one and see what you like?
All the crazy ideas of conversions and pop tops are quite forward thinking, just find or narrow down the search as there is a lot to the vans you'll need to know before diving into it.
I hope my ramble could be of any help👍

 

[stuartt5t30]

11 plate factory combi with 120k there for 15k
Not sure how you would value a 230k older van with a homemade conversion at 14k will

 

[WillsT5Ted]

11 plate factory combi with 120k there for 15k
Not sure how you would value a 230k older van with a homemade conversion at 14k will

No thats how much I've put into my van, wouldnt value it at that much, that's the price of the van included as well

 

[stuartt5t30]

Probably answered your own question there then will
Spending 5k +15 on the 5.1 might make it a van worth near 20
But you have spent 14 on something worth maybe 7k

 

[WillsT5Ted]

Even then, if you're not worried about the resale value, you're saving £6k more and getting a van that's still just as reliable.

 

[BorisDoris]

When searching on Autotrader, make sure you search for the “built” campers such as Autosleeper, Danbury etc.
You can find some great campers at good prices normally with a comprehensive history. These can be found at motor home dealers and can come with warranty for the same money as self built ex builders vans.

 

[miloslo]

I'm biased and love the 2.5's, love the look of this one and although 10k seems a bit high it ticks all my boxes If I was looking again.

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Just saw the mileage, that's very high

 

[Pduk]

The black kombi for 15k would be a tempting purchase after a good check over, it has ac, heated seats, tailgate, factory seats that can be swapped out, with some smart furniture build you can swap between camper to people carrier in not much time. Full flexibility.
As I mentioned before, there are companies out there that supply flat packed furniture for you to build and install if you haven't got the means and ways to build your own.
If your top line is 23k, then 15k on a tidy kombi leaves a sizeable wedge for the conversion if done wisely.

 

[KellyCostello]

How come the search is just for the T5.1s?
I've had my fair share of problems with my pre facelift but even then, from what I've been told, the 1.9 and the 2.5 are just as bulletproof.
Yes they will have higher milage but these engine are built to last as long as they have a full service history to go with the van.
You'll be looking at all sorts of vans and not knowing what to go with. Have a think about what you want from the van, do some research into the vans and then start looking.
From experience, the 2.5L of the pre facelift isn't going to be your best friend as a daily on short journeys but will more than eat up the miles on a motorway, these are vans at the end of the day, not cars so short journeys won't be great for them.
It I ridiculous how much a base T5.1 is!
I got my 2.5 just before or at the start of the price hike, £5250, 230k miles on the clock and a full service history and receipts of work done on the van. That's now gone up to around £14k, the price of your starting point, and I've got a brand new engine, a converted rear for sleeping and electric hookup.
I thought I was shafted with how much I've spent but I think im pretty well off with the starting price of some of these.

As what @Wakeboarder 321 has said, why not hire one and see what you like?
All the crazy ideas of conversions and pop tops are quite forward thinking, just find or narrow down the search as there is a lot to the vans you'll need to know before diving into it.
I hope my ramble could be of any help👍

Thanks for your reply we had a vw camper when we travelled around and a van before that so we are familiar with the layouts so not so much of a crazy idea,,, more I know what I want for our lifestyle ,,, but I am not knowledgeable of all the models and still learning so thanks for all the advice... I really appreciate it. Whilst hiring is a good idea we owned one pre kids albeit an old wagon so I think this gives a clear idea . We sold it after our travelling. However thank you in terms of other van, we have looked at a few and the T28 seemed to suit us quite well hence the search sort of started here. That really makes sense to consider the range and I have learnt so much already from all of you the rambling is great so please feel to ramble at me some more. I think a kombi seems like a good idea on a 2.0 ?The prices are really crazy...... makes me quite stressed.

 

[KellyCostello]

The black kombi for 15k would be a tempting purchase after a good check over, it has ac, heated seats, tailgate, factory seats that can be swapped out, with some smart furniture build you can swap between camper to people carrier in not much time. Full flexibility.
As I mentioned before, there are companies out there that supply flat packed furniture for you to build and install if you haven't got the means and ways to build your own.
If your top line is 23k, then 15k on a tidy kombi leaves a sizeable wedge for the conversion if done wisely.

Thanks so much !
I agree with you in terms of budget and kiting it out, I like the idea of the removable kitchen also. I have enquired about it, What do you think on that mileage ? Is it the same as the T28 that I would need to check dual mass flywheel ?

 

[KellyCostello]

I'm biased and love the 2.5's, love the look of this one and although 10k seems a bit high it ticks all my boxes If I was looking again.

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Just saw the mileage, that's very high

Thanks looked great and then saw the mileage feel free to send me more I am in Evesham

 

[KellyCostello]

Hi all the black kombi I posted is this way over priced ? I have posted the link here again :

2011 Black Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDI T32 Kombi SWB 4dr (SWB) for sale for £15950 in Kilby, Leicestershire (autotrader.co.uk)

What would have I paid ore covid ball park ?

 

[Pduk]

Thanks so much !
I agree with you in terms of budget and kiting it out, I like the idea of the removable kitchen also. I have enquired about it, What do you think on that mileage ? Is it the same as the T28 that I would need to check dual mass flywheel ?

The mileage is a little high for me personally, however a well maintained vehicle will last many many more miles, we have members on here with well over 200k and still going strong. I'm not sure re the dual mass, but the cam belt and water pump must have been done, think if memory serves around 40k ago, that will need replacing in a few years depending on your annual mileage.
Just for a point of reference, I paid £12.5k for my 2013 T28, came with side windows and rear seats, no ac or tailgate, I've seen the same van as mine was up for 20k which is nuts!

 

[KellyCostello]

Thank

The mileage is a little high for me personally, however a well maintained vehicle will last many many more miles, we have members on here with well over 200k and still going strong. I'm not sure re the dual mass, but the cam belt and water pump must have been done, think if memory serves around 40k ago, that will need replacing in a few years depending on your annual mileage.
Just for a point of reference, I paid £12.5k for my 2013 T28, came with side windows and rear seats, no ac or tailgate, I've seen the same van as mine was up for 20k which is nuts!

Thank you I will keep looking for something under 100 K? What was the mileage on yours ? They are higher then by alot.