2020 Ford Transit 250 AWD • High Roof • Extended (148) • DIY Camper Build • 66,398 miles
Asking: ~$57,500 (open to reasonable offers for the right buyer)
Location: Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Title: Clean / 1-owner / no accidents
Mileage: 66,398
Tires: Brand new
If you’ve been looking for an AWD high-roof extended Transit that’s already camp-ready right now (water + sink + hot water + fridge + stove + solar + power + ventilation), but still leaves you room to finish and personalize a build without paying $150k, this is it.
I built this van to actually live in — and I did. It handled a 4-month trip through the Mountain West into Canada comfortably. It’s dialed for skiing, river trips, desert missions, rainy shoulder seasons, and winter travel with dogs.
Why this van is special:
- AWD + EcoBoost + 10-speed: best winter handling I’ve ever had (and I’ve owned several AWD vehicles). It just sits down and grips. The 10 gears are also awesome for dialing in steep descents in the mountains.
- High Roof + Extended length = real standing room + real storage + real livability.
- Off-grid capable: 300W solar + a full power system + DC appliances.
- Adventure “garage”: fits long skis, 2 mountain bikes, and even a rolled raft with paddles.
Quick specs
- 2020 Ford Transit 250 AWD
- High Roof
- Extended 148” wheelbase
- 3.5L EcoBoost
- 10-speed automatic
- 2 seatbelts total (driver + passenger)
- Swivel passenger seat
- Rear view camera
- Fuel economy: typically 14+ mpg, can approach ~15 mpg with an easy foot
- Layout + comfort
- Convertible bed approx 85” long x 68” wide at max setup
- Standing height approx 78” at the highest point (easy to change clothes inside)
- Rear lounge area with a chaise-style seat: seat approx 29.5” wide x 27” deep + matching 27” under-seat storage (also works as a footrest for the swivel passenger chair + lounge)
- Top shelf above the cab (great for blankets, jackets, food, etc.)
- 3 fans total (one is a Maxxair roof fan)
- Interior lighting installed
- 2 added venting windows with screens
- Kitchen + water system (ready to camp immediately)
- Propane 2-burner stove
- Norcold DC fridge (efficient and reliable)
- Sink + faucet + water filter system
- Electric water heater
- 25-gallon fresh water tank (mounted interior, centered near wheel wells for low center of gravity)
- 7-gallon gray tank (interior under sink)
- Outdoor shower hose (rear/exterior access) with hot + cold: Perfect for dogs, bikes, boots, river gear, etc.
- Winterization: system can be flushed out ahead of winter
- Propane: DOT-certified tank mounted interior with easy shutoff.
Electrical + solar:
- This is an off-grid-ready foundation with clean expandability.
- Elechive all-in-one battery/power system (includes inverter, monitoring, and surge protection)
- 300W Renogy solar
- Charge controller + monitoring integrated into the Elechive system
- A fuse is installed between the Elechive and appliances
Power access:
- 12V outlets: 3 up front / 2 in rear
- 110V outlets: 5 near bed area
- Extra wiring is already run for: under-cabinet lights, an additional interior light, an additional standard 110V outlet, exterior lights (wired for 2, currently 1 installed), rear garage compartment lighting
- Extra cooling: Fresair DC air conditioner (runs on DC)
Storage + “garage” functionality: This build was designed around actually bringing real gear.
- long skis
- 2 mountain bikes
- a rolled raft + paddles
- Rear compartment access from inside the van if needed
- Latches installed to prevent drawers/cabinets opening while driving
- I’ve used bungees for securing certain items in transit — easy upgrades if you want a more finished locking/door system.
Roof rack:
- Custom welded roof rack, bolted into the Transit roof
- Great as-is for cargo, and could be upgraded into: a roof deck (wood slats), additional solar capacity (especially for winter living)
Condition + transparency (read this!):
This is a high-quality, functional DIY build, not a “showroom” professional conversion — and the price reflects that. I want a straightforward sale where the buyer knows exactly what they’re getting.
Known issues / unfinished items:
- Windshield is heavily cracked / spiderwebbed (see photos). In Colorado windshields crack constantly — I factored replacement into the price.
- Auxiliary heater (Webasto) is installed but currently not operational because the fuel pickup/line size is incorrect (needs the correct size run). Important: the factory cabin heater works great and blasts heat. The added heater is meant to sip fuel and keep the van warm overnight or while parked.
- Interior finish is partially completed: ceiling is painted, cabinets are not fully painted, some cabinet doors are a bit crooked (see photos)
What IS solid / not an issue:
- No accidents
- No warning lights
- Drives great
- Build is functional and camp-ready today
Maintenance / ownership:
- 1 owner (I bought it new)
- Clean title
Regular maintenance always kept up
- Recent oil change
-Brand NEW tires
Who this is perfect for:
- A DIY builder who wants a massive head start: camp tomorrow, refine over time.
- Someone who wants AWD + real winter confidence for mountain towns and ski trips.
- Outdoor people: rafting, biking, climbing, desert trips, storm-season travel — and it’s excellent with pets.
Professional builds can easily run $150k+. This is a rare opportunity to get the best base platform (AWD high roof extended Transit) plus a functioning systems setup (power/water/kitchen/ventilation) without starting from scratch.
Sale details:
- Van is located in Glenwood Springs, CO
- Pre-purchase inspections welcome (buyer can choose the shop)
- Payment: bank transfer or cashier’s check. I’m open to reasonable offers.
If you’re interested, message me with: your timeline, where you’re coming from, and any specific questions about the build or intended use (full-time vs weekends, winter vs summer, pets, gear, etc.).
