Up for sale is a clean, low-mileage 2023 Ford Transit 250 (Medium Roof, Mid-Length wheelbase) with only 8,645 miles. This vehicle is being sold as part of an estate liquidation. The heavy lifting of the insulation, window and vent installation, and the bed frame is already complete.
Because the structural and technical foundation is already laid, completing the build requires very little effort. All that is left to do is install the remaining included components and finish off the interior cosmetics (walls/cabinetry) to your personal taste. It drives perfectly, has a clean title, and features a functional, high-end layout.
Vehicle Valuation & Context:
- Official Appraisal: For full transparency, VanlifeTrader.com officially appraised this specific vehicle and build package at $48,000. The van is priced aggressively below valuation at $45,000 for a straightforward, timely sale.
- Base Value Comparison: For context, the Kelley Blue Book private party value for a stock, completely bare-bones 2023 Transit 250 with under 9k miles is approximately $39,000. The asking price includes the base van plus thousands of dollars in high-quality camper components, custom glass, insulation, climate upgrades, and off-grid power gear detailed below.
Comfort, Interior Build & Climate:
- Bed & Premium Mattress Setup: Sturdy bed frame is fully installed and topped with a brand-new, never-used 14-inch thick Brooklyn Bedding Short Queen mattress ($1,200 retail value). This is a premium, highly comfortable, residential-grade mattress—a massive upgrade over the thin foam pads typically found in most camper builds (designed for comfortable sleeping for 2 people). The frame itself is easily detachable; once the mattress is removed, the structural ribs pop right out for quick disassembly if you ever need full cargo space.
- Cross-Ventilation Windows: Premium aftermarket camper windows are installed on either side of the bed for a cross-breeze. These are awning-style windows that push out from the bottom to allow airflow even in the rain, and they feature built-in mesh screens to keep bugs out.
- Insulation & Airflow: Fully insulated walls and ceiling paired with a professionally installed MaxxFan roof vent (includes convenient remote control) for total-vehicle ventilation.
- Premium Cabin Heater (Uninstalled): Includes a brand-new, completely untouched in-box Eberspächer (Espar) Airtronic AS3-B2L 12V Gasoline Full Kit ($1,750 retail value). This premium, high-altitude-ready heating unit is specifically designed to fit under the passenger seat box and tap directly into the Transit’s main gasoline tank.
Included Premium Accessories & Appliances:
- BougeRV Portable Fridge/Freezer: Includes a large, heavy-duty BougeRV 12V battery-powered portable refrigerator/freezer cooler (rugged black and yellow design). It features integrated all-terrain wheels and a pull handle, making it completely mobile so you can wheel it out of the van and right down to the campsite. Runs seamlessly off the van’s 12V system or your portable power setup.
- Window Covers: Includes custom-fit, heavy-duty insulated window covers designed specifically for the Ford Transit that attach securely via built-in magnets for perfect privacy and temperature control.
- Cab Upgrades: Equipped with two heavy-duty Carhartt brand front seat covers and two matching Carhartt seatback organizers with heavy-duty pockets for gear and map storage.
Smart Electrical & Power System:
- Off-Grid Power: Includes a Bluetti AC180 (1800W / 1152Wh) portable power station to run electronics, lights, and appliances.
- On-the-Go Charging: Wired with a professionally configured DC-to-DC charger that charges the Bluetti battery safely from the vehicle’s alternator while the engine is running.
- Shore Power: Features an exterior shore power plug installed on the outside of the van for plugging into a campsite pedestal or standard outlet.
Exterior Upgrades:
- Side Step Ledges / Running Boards: Features a full-length passenger-side running board that runs continuously from the front passenger door all the way past the rear sliding door for easy step-in height. (Sale also includes a matching driver’s side step ledge, brand new/uninstalled).
- Rear Door Tire Carrier: Equipped with a rugged spare tire rack mounted to the rear door, complete with a full-sized spare tire.
Pricing & Logistics
- Price: $45,000 (USD)
- Location: Las Vegas, NV
- Keys: Includes 3 full sets of factory keys (all three are full casings featuring lock, unlock, and alarm functionality).
- Payment & Security: Clean title in hand. No cash or personal/cashier’s checks accepted. Transaction will be completed via a secure bank-to-bank wire transfer. Vehicle, keys, and signed title will be released immediately once the wire transfer is fully cleared and reflected in the seller’s account balance. Serious inquiries only.
Feel free to message me with any questions or to schedule a time to come take a look!
