Faults:

Engine rebuild, broken engine mount, air conditioner fell off.

General Comments:

Very reliable, getting 10 litres to the 100 kms @ 90 kph.

Rides well; comfortable for the driver, not so for the passenger.

Converted to basic camper and is ideal for that. It has been on several trips over 3000 km and hasn't missed a beat. Cruises at 110 comfortably.

The engine rebuild and total running gear fitout at 211000 km cost about $8000, so the van has now cost me $10000, but I feel that this has been a good buy. I have added 40000 km to it and it is my pride and joy.

As a manual petrol, there haven't been any major transmission costs so far.

In summary it has been the most fun vehicle that I have owned in my 60 years, and the most versatile, having served the family for many house moves and camping holidays. Next vehicle will be a LWB high roof version.

Faults:

Very little mechanical problems considering the mileage covered. It's on its third engine and second rear axle, gearbox still original.

Biggest problem with Transits appears to be chassis rust. I have had several stints of welding done to this Transit as I did with my previous one.

General Comments:

Transits are the workhorse of the world; not fast or powerful, but sufficient and efficient.

My Transits having done galactic miles have always got me to my destination, and need minimal repair and maintenance.