She’s part home, part homie, and she’s the van that taught me what I’m actually capable of. A 2016 Ford Transit 250 high roof that my dad and I converted from a work van into my freedom van. Six years, ~90,000 miles, around 10 states, miles of beautiful East Coast views, a dog who grew up in the front seats, and exactly zero times she left me stranded.
I’m the third owner. Bought her around 110k miles, sitting at ~206,400 now. I’m selling because my partner and I are leveling up to something we can live in full-time together (the twin Murphy bed is comfy for one, doable for two, but I needed a little more space and a little distance from his snoring). Homee’s still got at least another 100k miles in her and she’s ready for her next solo adventurer, couple, or weekend wanderer.
THE PHILOSOPHY
Homee (pronounced Homie) was a father-daughter project. My dad and I built the bones together over a season of cuts, seams, and beers at the end of the day (or at least at the end of an argument). Every year since, I’ve added something of my own. She’s not a polished pro build. She’s something better: honest, functional, made with care, and full of good energy you can feel the second you step inside. She is pretty much ready to roll with opportunity to be crafted to your own place!
THE VAN
• 2016 Ford Transit 250, high roof, regular length (not extended — fits in a standard parking space)
• 3.7L V6, RWD, automatic
• ~206,400 miles (I put 90k of them on her, gently, across ~10 states)
• Clean title, third owner
• Cab A/C and heat work great year-round
• Build area is unconditioned — primitive by design, best for seasonal use and shorter trips
• No cruise control
• Stealth game is strong — still looks like a work van. Never been pulled over.
HONEST HISTORY
Carfax shows an accident the previous owner didn’t disclose to me. I noticed a roof leak after purchase, had it patched, dry ever since.
THE BUILD (all removable except the floor)
Driving / seating
• Scopema swivel seats — both driver and passenger
• DIY swivel desk that mounts behind the drivers seat
• Bench seat tucked under the Murphy bed
Audio / Navigation
• Boss BV800ACP touchscreen head unit
• Phone hookup with both Lightning and USB-C cables included
• Hardwired microphone for hands-free voice commands
• GPS navigation via phone right on the dash screen
• Rear speakers installed
Sleeping
• Twin Murphy bed with comfy mattress — folds out of the way during the day
Kitchen (primitive on purpose)
• Butcher block counter
• 5-gallon water jug with rechargeable dispenser
• Collapsible sink that sits on the counter
• Portable butane stove (included if you want it)
• Jerry can in the rear as backup water
• Paper towel holder, trash can
Climate / air / privacy
• MaxxAir roof fan (variable speed, reversible + remote)
• Havelock wool insulation in the walls (natural, breathable, the expensive good stuff)
• 2 portable rechargeable fans included
• Van Essential bug screens for sliding door and rear doors
• Van Essential magnetic screens for driver and passenger windows
• Van Essential thermal window covers for windshield + front windows
• Blackout curtains in the rear windows and between cab and living space
• Foam-insulated subfloor with plywood + vinyl finish
Storage
• Open shelving up both sides (I secured bins with bungees — no rattle)
• Leather storage ottoman that moves wherever you want it (or remove it)
• Lower shelf I used for books, under the Jackery
• Rear storage for camp chairs, solar panels, gear
• Small Fold Out Table build on in sliding door area
• Dometix cassette toilet (~5 gallons, 2.5 fresh / 2.5 waste)
Power (included)
• Jackery Explorer 1000 (1002Wh / 1000W pure sine wave) — powers existing lights and outlets, capacity to wire more in
• 2x Jackery SolarSaga 100W folding panels (200W total)
• Extension cord + surge protector for shore power
• Three ways to charge: alternator, solar, shore power
WHAT’S NOT FINISHED
Ceiling and upper cabinets aren’t done. Lighting is modest. Walls are raw wood — never painted, primed, or sealed. This is the blank canvas part. If you want to paint, finish, customize, or build her out further, you have the starting point already done: floor, insulation, bed, kitchen, power, ventilation, swivels, storage, screens, curtains. The heavy lifting is finished. The personalization is yours.
MAY 2026 FORD INSPECTION — DEFERRED ITEMS
• License plate bulb (right side) — burnt out
• Engine air filter / wiper cowl seal — TSB 19-2091 applies
• Rear pinion seal — minor seepage
• Right rear hub assembly — recommended due to age + ABS tone ring
• Cabin air filter — not installed from factory (standard on cargo Transits)
Check engine light did come on recently. Codes below (AutoZone scan):
• P0345 — Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit (Bank 2)
• P0349 — Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent (Bank 2)
Full Ford inspection report and Carfax available on serious inquiry.
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Selling separately, but open to bundling:
• Outdoor shower system
• Butane camp stove
BEST FIT FOR
• Solo travelers and co-pilot dogs
• Couples okay with a cozy twin bed for shorter trips
• DIY Builders who want strong bones to finish their way
•.Weekend warriors testing van life without breaking the bank
• Work/cargo buyers (everything unbolts)
Asking $15,999 — open to reasonable offers. Located in Dayton, OH.
Message me with questions. I’d rather have a long honest conversation than a fast bad sale — Homee deserves the right next person.
