2012 Ford E-250

JamesMessick · Oct 21, 2018

I am considering the purchase of a 2012 Ford E-250 extended cargo van with 197,000 miles. I'm looking for a van to take long (weeks or months) camping trips with mountain bikes. I like the room of a big van and being able to secure everything inside. Biggest concern is MPG. Fuelly indicates I might be able to get around 15 mgb if I drive it gently. I could throw a mattress, cooler, portable stove and bucket in the back and be on my way, but I do like the idea of upgrading it myself over time. Seller is asking price is $6000 which is on the low end of the KBB pricing. There is a crack in the windshield and a few rust spots but otherwise it seems really good. $6k is more than I was hoping to spend but if this is reliable and I can run it for a long time then it might be worth it. Thoughts?

JamesMessick · Oct 22, 2018

P.S. As this is my first post I'd appreciate knowing about anything I'm doing wrong. I used imgur to post the pictures as I didn't know how to insert them directly into the post. Thanks

rvwandering · Oct 22, 2018

Welcome to the CRVL forums James! I deleted the link in your first post because new members must have at least 10 posts before including links. This is mostly to stop spam although I realize you are not a spammer.

Here are some ways to attach photos: https://vanlivingforum.com/showthread.php?tid=13285

And some helpful information here: "Tips, Tricks and Rules". We look forward to hearing more from you.

bullfrog · Oct 22, 2018

Sort of like stopping at a stop sign when you can see for miles around and there is no one coming isn't it.

Beeps and eats · Oct 22, 2018

6k is a little steep if it was solid and no glass problems it's fair. Keep checking the ocean there's bound to be more fish.

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