1982 Ford Transit 190 Van MK2 - 4,500 Miles

Needing little introduction, the Ford Transit Van has earned legendary status and is without doubt a true British icon. Powered by Ford’s 2-litre OHC petrol unit developing 78bhp and 147Nm of torque and mated to a 4-speed manual transmission, this 190 model was the largest in the range.

This incredibly rare and unrestored, original UK-supplied, right-hand drive MK2 panel van is quite possibly the best remaining example having covered only 4,500 miles from new. First registered in 1982, this very special MK2 190 was first supplied to a Royal Air Force Base in Jersey where it stayed for nine years until its first UK registration on 6th February 1991. There is a Defence Evaluation Research Agency journey log sheet in the accompanying history file. Walkers Bodywork of Watford were commissioned to carry out the high-top roof conversion when new.

Forming part of private Collections since its arrival on the UK mainland, the Transit spent several years on display at Evans Halshaw Ford in Blackpool before being purchased by Alan and Phil Sherwood, the former being the RS Owners Club RS2000 Registrar. Having lived a life a far cry from the majority of examples, the amazingly low mileage of 4,500 miles and careful storage has ensured total preservation of this legendary commercial classic.

In recent years, the van has formed part of marque expert, Ric Wood’s, personal Collection. Although it was generally in good condition, Ric's Blue Oval DNA compelled him to fully recommission it to ensure it was absolutely mechanically on the button and whilst he was doing that, why not repaint it. The work was carried out, naturally, to a very high standard and the results are truly impressive.

This is possibly the lowest mileage MK2 Transit Van in the country and when combined with the fact that its been the recent beneficiary of significant expenditure from Ric Wood Motorsport, this really is an unrepeatable opportunity to acquire an important example, ready to grace any historic paddock or private Collection.