1999 E250 What's It Worth

[pfeathers-SMB]

I am going to put my 1999 Ford Ford E250 SMB on the market soon and wonder if some folks could give me an opinion generally what this year would go for. Its in real good shape, always stored covered, 49,812 miles on odometer. 5.4 L V-8, New tires, battery, house battery couple year old. Cummins Onan generator. I am located in Anacortes WA, about 100 miles north of Seattle.

 

[Steve C]

That's a nice clean rig and will make someone very happy (should you go forth with the sale). If you haven't already, consider giving the folks at Sportsmobile's used vehicle sales a call and ask their opinions. Considering it's a "2wd E250 gasser", my WAG (wild ass guess) would be around 35K...

 

[86Scotty]

Well, I typed a response on this earlier and not sure where it went.

Big plusses: Onan, super low mileage, toilet/shower in a pop top is rare.

Negatives: 20 years old and has a dated paint scheme with the stripes. Some folks dig em, many don't. Are they clear coated on the van? If not with your low mileage the paint fade sans stripes might not be noticeable, especially if stored indoors.

My guess, $25-30k

 

[SMB123]

Yep, low miles, turlet and generator and near a tech hub with plenty o' millionaires. Aim high and don't settle.

 

[BeeDub-ClassB]

Hey we’re twinsies! Here’s our 1998 SMB. Stripes are painted on for sure. I’ve actually grown to like them over the years. Don’t be a hater @86scotty

 

[ctb]

Bri you KNOW Scotty is NO hater on here! :a2:!! He tells it like it is w/o an ounce of bias...maybe a gram or two...BUT, I am SURE the "vintage" look will turn somebody on!! I know a super clean '98, 123K miles, PHtop, awning, no generator, with a similar "vintage" paint went around $26K...so I am thinking Scottty n Steve are pretty close to actual Retail value (without going over)...BUT, that thing is SOOOOO CLEAN and pretty, I am sure I would start at $37K and hope for a $30-$35K settle!

 

[86Scotty]

Touche Brian Notice I said some dig em, many don't. That could be reversible. Many dig em, some don't. And there are some who have camper van envy and hang out a lot on camper van forums even though they don't have a van because they have no other life....:b1:...And then there are others who have 2 or 3. Actually, that could be me (again) by next week. :n5:

On another note I forgot exactly what yours looks like. When I saw this one I was thinking man, that looks familiar!

 

[SMB123]

I'm waiting for my paint scheme on mine to come back along with my cache of bell bottoms and leisure suits. It's only a matter of time.

 

[nortryder]

I got mine for $1500. last year. 100k miles, no rust but certainly not as nice as your. No stripes though. I'm thinking about anding some. Go figure.

 

[Crabbyj]

Could I see more pictures

 

[Grampswrx]

It all depends on how fast you want to sell it. It's older, but in great shape with low miles. I would list it anywhere from $20k-$35k with the time to sell ranging from (1-2 days to 2-6 months). The longer you are willing to wait, the more money you will get for it.

 

[hightechcoonass-SMB]

I sold mine for $28,000 2008 125K miles your I would say realistically $25,000 tops. I self built a brand new Transit for $40,000.

 

[pfeathers-SMB]

Thanks everyone, good information. I will try to list it in Craigslist next week with more pictures.

 

[ctb]

$25K seems like ROCK BOTTOM...A "build your own" person...well their labor and such "usually" isn't factored into how much a rig is worth or how much they REALLY put into it...expertise cost $'s!!!!...there are far many more knuckleheads like me, that have NO IDEA what to do to build or improve a rig with our own two hands and are WILLING to pay a bit more to get a fine rig that is in tip-top shape...AIM HIGH, you can ALWAYS come down in price...and to confirm, the '98 with 135K miles, 2wd, penthouse, crazy stripe pkg. (Wildhair on here sold it) DID sell for 25K....It's a GREAT time to offer one, its getting to be that time!!!

Ps Gramps, better start advertising your skills...the year+ wait at the SMB's would give SOMEBODY ample reason to go with your "Grampsmobile" instead!

 

[pfeathers-SMB]

Ok, it's on craigslist. Thanks for all the help. Here is the link.
https://skagit.craigslist.org/rvs/d/anacortes-1999-ford-e250-eb-35/6872450550.html

 

[Grampswrx]

Pretty sweet setup with the shower. Ad looks great. Keep us updated as to how the sale is going. Has really low miles which is a huge plus for most buyers.