Used Ford Transit Van for Sale in Birmingham, AL

"Bought new but it seems the van is Always in the dealers. So far the instruments, rear axle, EGR, rear brakes twice, head gasket have been repaired or replaced. Right now it is at the dealers for major oil leak and loss of power plus it has transmission issues which as usual the dealer says it's fine, I guess it is until it gets returned by Ford roadside recovery again. As I wright this I have not had any use of my Transit for over 6 weeks and the dealer does not call to let me know whats happening I have to call them and as usual get the story about waiting for Ford technical service to look at it. I have lost all confidence in this vehicle to take care of our daily deliveries. I bought the Transit 350T Powerstroke because I wanted a reliable and economical delivery vehicle which it was for the first few months but now its is less reliable than our old Ford box truck it replaced, worst van ever and a waste of money, Buyers beware." [HTML removed]

This is a nice van that can be made to fit most scenarios. If you buy it new, you can have it made to spec.....but most come pretty plain jane. I like my van which I added the ecoboost as a great engine so far, but we really wont know for 10 more years. I already had a recall for the air filter, and the seatbelts(which they still havent been able to get parts for?) The sliding door is an issue, but just expect it....you know its an issue, but considering the whole picture its minor. Towing is great, but the specs really suck......mine is supposedly only able to tow about 6000? I have almost 30k miles......loaded and driving hwy at 65 mph I get 18 per gallon.....not bad right? No other issues to note. Transmission is smooth.....towing is great....not very good in snow, but its expected......I love the engine. I probably should have gotten the diesel since I am towing much more than I ever thought I would. Maintenance so far is nil....except for recalls. Battery ran down a couple times do to having towing added after the fact and there was a short.....have to redo SYNC every time.....pain in the rear, but now you know. The ride in this is great.....amazingly quiet for a cargo van....I do have the padding so that helps, and cargo cage....but still it is amazingly quiet overall. I can pack a lot of stuff in this, and the engine does not know. I think I could get 20 per gallon if I drive 55.....but who drives that unless towing. I get about 13mpg when loaded and towing....up to about 5500. I know I am glad I didnt get the promaster(repairs).....the NV was a nice, but spartan vehicle.....and for the money I think is a great buy, but I am trying to support the good ol USA. I think FORD should treat its customers a little better though...... The sprinter looks great now.....but a hair more $$. But, access to dealers/parts/repairs was a consideration. Time is the true test on these.......so far I cannot complain one iota. A great ride that does everything I have asked......and does it quietly without complaint. If I get 10 years out of this without a major repair.....I will be extremely happy. I will say the econoline was a great van too.....I have about 400K on my old one......another buying factor. I hear they will have a 10 spd tranny......that will help mpg too.....plus a new 2.7 ecoboost......that will be a great van for the buck......