2020 Ford Transit 350 AWD w/ 2022 Main Line Overland Camper Conversion :: Featured Classified

The Ford Transit has long been a figurehead of the vanlife movement, and more recently, the AWD variant has been adopted by the overlanding community. It’s unsurprising since, like the venerable Mercedes Sprinter 4×4, it adopts an intelligent AWD system (as tested by Scott Brady on the Expedition Portal YouTube) and enjoys access to a huge catalog of aftermarket parts, accessories, and services. Since its inception back in 1965, the Transit has become a global automotive icon known not only for its workhorse credentials but also beloved for its drivability. British Top Gear discussed how it became the “getaway vehicle of choice in Britain” because it famously had the performance and handling of a car, while being able to transport a high volume of, in these cases, stolen goods. Today, it remains one of the most impressive vans to drive on the market with a powerful 3.5-liter EcoBoost motor that propels it from 0 to 60 mph in under seven seconds. The combination of generous payload (up to 3,540 pounds), rugged all-terrain capability, and everyday drivability, reliability, and economy makes this a fantastic option for travel. Cue today’s low-mileage 2020 Ford Transit AWD (46,xxx miles), which has been optioned out from the factory, boasts premium aftermarket modifications, and a well-appointed Main Line Overland camper conversion. This is not simply a proof of concept but instead a proven rig that has completed a multitude of trips, including the infamous Pan-American highway (learn more about the family’s adventures on Instagram).

From the Seller:

“I spent my early to mid-20s living in the back of a Volvo station wagon with curtains, skis on the roof, climbing gear on one side of the car, and a Thermarest bed on the other side. Having everything I owned in a car provided an incredible sense of freedom and allowed for many cheap adventures in the American West. With the family, I needed something bigger and more comfortable, especially for a 401-day expedition on the Pan-American Highway. We wanted an AWD drive with enough headroom and East West sleeping space for someone my height (6 feet 1 inches). We had a few must-haves, including a gas engine (lack of DEF/ULSD south of the border), a three-point shoulder belt for our daughter, no propane (due to the challenges of getting refills outside of North America), and beefed-up suspension/tires/lights/armor. In other words, a comfortable, small family apartment on the inside and a heavy-duty expedition vehicle on the outside. Once we sell our van, we will reinvest the proceeds into our next expedition vehicle, one that will fit in a shipping container for a longer expedition to Europe and Africa.”

2020 Ford Transit 350 AWD

The Transit is fitted with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 motor that produces 310 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque (450 miles of range provided via 31 31-gallon fuel tank) and is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. A dependable and relatively economical motor is matched with impressive capability thanks to intelligent AWD, a lifted and uprated suspension, armor, and onboard multi-terrain assist. Inside, these rugged features are balanced with a well-appointed interior with driver comforts that include:

Cruise control
Air-conditioning
Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
Multi-function leather-wrapped steering wheel
12-volt, 110-volt, and USB outlets
Infotainment system with navigation, 10-inch screen
Rearview camera
Powered and heated leather seats with Scopema swivels
Ram accessory mount
sPod Bantman X controller
weBoost cell signal booster

Distinguishing Features

Reference the original listing for full build specifications. Below is a selection of notable highlights.

Van Compass Stage 3 suspension with 2.5-inch lift
Method 703 black wheels with Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires (5)
Baja Designs and Hella lighting
Aluminess front winch bumper with Warn winch with synthetic line
Fiamma 45S awning
Climate control with dual roof vents and a Webasto gasoline heater
Freshwater (15 gallons), auxiliary water tank (14 gallons) 3-gallon Whale water heater, outdoor shower, and Guzzle purification system
Flat Line Transit Low Pro high roof rack with front spoiler with two extra crossbars
ARB twin compressor with two air chucks
Battleborn batteries (300 amp-hours), 180 watts of Overland Solar (plus additional 130-watt Overland Solar Bugout panel), 2,000-watt GoPower inverter, and a Redarc Manager 30 with 30-amp shore power
Aluminess rear door ladder/tire carrier and rear rack with deluxe box and Lolo bike rack
Wrappon toilet
Kitchenette with a Ruvati sink with cutting board insert, flip-up extended countertop, soft-touch kitchen drawers, Trail Kitchens rear wheel well cabinets, Isotherm 130-liter fridge/freezer, True Induction cooktop, and more
Van Compass intercooler skid plate
Wilderness Vans second-row seating that converts to bed and recessed window bays with permanent East West bed platform with underbed storage

This 2020 Ford Transit 350 AWD with a 2022 Main Line Overland Camper conversion is listed for $129,000 and is currently located in Priest Lake, Idaho. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.