VW Transporter van 05 – project – has issues! Kitted out for traveling / camping / festivals, needs mechanical repairs. Specs: Volkswagen Transporter 2005 5 speed manual T5 long wheel base 3 seats in front 1 sliding door on left Tailgate rear door – great for shade/dry 482603km odo but engine replaced Turbo diesel Rear door measurements: Height: 79cm (31”) Width at botttom: 140cm (55”) Width at top: 127cm (50”) Pros: Dual battery system Inverter Solar panel Safety (interior) jumpstart button Darkest legal UV protective window tint ($450 from Tint King Traralgon in 2019) Kenwood sound system inc. subwoofer (~$1,500 + $149 by Ovrdun Kustoms Morwell in 2017) Tow bar and tow ball Reinforced suspension for towing 2 tonnes Reversing camera Wiring for second camera via trailer Drifta heavy duty lockable drawer system Slide out table Custom drawer with 6×9” speakers 80L water bladder Fits full-size queen mattress Sound absorbing panels Clothes hanging rail Bright LED lighting Warm lighting Privacy curtains all round Electronic key Kitted out to be both a camper and also tow a food trailer. Was used to house a young family and their soup business at festivals. Running and driving last time I started her, but ⬇️ Cons: Needs new turbo (quoted $2,100 at Paynies Diesel Repairs Moe in 2025) Leaking oil/water situation – undiagnosed Roof racks partially torn off Significant panel damage left side Remote unlocking glitches but the van locks securely. (Quote from Watt Works Morwell in 2019: side door is $380 plus install approximately $135. Front door is $220 plus $90 install.) Small chip in windscreen been there years without spreading Left mirror smaller than original Available for viewing but not starting or driving unless sold. In the mechanic’s words, “it could break down as you leave the driveway, or it could last another 6 months without issue.” After he said that, I drove home perfectly fine, but as a non-mechanical person, I’m not taking the risk of continuing. She’s strong, steady, and comfortable and has served me well for a decade. I just can’t give her the repairs she needs to keep her going. Somewhat negotiable but no stupidly low offers. If not sold altogether, I’ll sell off the parts and upgrades separately. Located Newborough, near Moe 3825. Under 2hr southeast of Melbourne. more
