$8,000
Portland, Oregon
Year
1978
Make
Dodge
Model
-
Category
-
Length
-
Posted Over 1 Month
1978 Classic Dodge Tradesman Hitop Conversion Van -- SELF Contained LivingOdometer reads 97,707, but rebuilt engine was put in about 3K miles ago! It's It's 41 years old, so it's not perfect, but certainly good and serviceable condition. It is completely self contained, and legal to park on the streets. These babies are hard to find, especially with the high top. I love a nice Westfalia, but with a strong 5.2L V8 and 5.2 L engine, there's no comparison here. It may not look like it, but this van can pass cars on the highway without hesitating. Also, this van definitely wins on style points in my book... AND....Equipped with a new Hydrogen Converter Unit, which increases the gas mileage dramatically...almost 50%.INTERIOR / CAMPER:Interior is extremely comfortable, and there is plenty of storage -- great for long trips or Full Time RVers. The cab has original vinyl seats sun visors, headliner, armrests; all in great shape. No rips or tears...or icky smell.Fully self contained toilet, kitchen (including refrigerator, 3 burner stove with oven), sink and furnace! Fridge works on Propane, battery, or 110 plug in.Spacious closed with shelves, overhead storage, and plenty of cabinets.Futon folds down into full size bed.Auxiliary RV battery under futon, and 2 inverters. Previous owner used to run a microwave oven.No air conditioning (not in the dash or on the roof). This unit does not have a generator. Comes with some original manuals, and records of all major work, including engine warranty.***I have never used the propane furnace. It lights, but I have no idea how to make it stay on. I was told by the previous owner that it needs to be adjusted. The hinge on one of the cabinets needs to be repaired/replaced. The handle to the air vent is broken, but still useable.MECHANICAL:Runs GREAT.REUBILT 318 V8 (S & J engines, Inc ) 1/16 --with 7 year non-prorated warrantyNew Gages, Radiator, Cooling system, Power steering. Great drum brakes.Runs, steers and stops excellent.Newer Tires, alignment, etc.BODY:Totally straight. Has some dents and scratches, appropriate for age.This is an absolutely beautiful classic camper van with A TON of character. I can't go anywhere without people waving and checking it out when it's parked. The van is located in Portland, OR Van is Sold AS IS...WHERE IS. DEPOSIT DUE UPON WITHIN 24 HRSBALANCE UPON DELIVERY, EITHER CASH OR WIRE TRANSFER, OR I'LL GO TO THE BANK WITH YOU AND GET A CASHIER'S CHECK.VEHICLE MUST BE PICKED UP WITHIN A WEEK.