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I don’t know anything about a
I don’t know anything about a Dodge 50, but the 508’s are definately worth considering. Very trustworthy engine, easy maintenance. Rear brakes always need adjusting and some sensitive rustspots here and there.
Both cars have forums with enthousiasts so Id reccommend going there and read al about the cars.But before you buy anything you should write down your demands. How much space do you guys need? Whats already installed in the particular vans youre looking at, and how much would that save you? What mileage do you expect? Top speed? Etc.
And the state of the cars. Engine overhaul? Brakes overhaul, new shock absorbers, exhaust, these things cost. (Assuming theres a camping interior:)if you need to weld on the car, you have to remove the interior (gets set on fire). Is the interior in such a state you want to reuse it? If no, buying a empty van might be cheaper and more fun building your own.
Just a few thoughts of many. Lots of things to think about, and just as many ways to look at it! I hope you guys will make good adventures nonetheless. Good luck.
I don’t know anything about a
I don’t know anything about a Dodge 50, but the 508’s are definately worth considering. Very trustworthy engine, easy maintenance. Rear brakes always need adjusting and some sensitive rustspots here and there.
Both cars have forums with enthousiasts so Id reccommend going there and read al about the cars.But before you buy anything you should write down your demands. How much space do you guys need? Whats already installed in the particular vans youre looking at, and how much would that save you? What mileage do you expect? Top speed? Etc.
And the state of the cars. Engine overhaul? Brakes overhaul, new shock absorbers, exhaust, these things cost. (Assuming theres a camping interior:)if you need to weld on the car, you have to remove the interior (gets set on fire). Is the interior in such a state you want to reuse it? If no, buying a empty van might be cheaper and more fun building your own.
Just a few thoughts of many. Lots of things to think about, and just as many ways to look at it! I hope you guys will make good adventures nonetheless. Good luck.
I don’t know anything about a
I don’t know anything about a Dodge 50, but the 508’s are definately worth considering. Very trustworthy engine, easy maintenance. Rear brakes always need adjusting and some sensitive rustspots here and there.
Both cars have forums with enthousiasts so Id reccommend going there and read al about the cars.But before you buy anything you should write down your demands. How much space do you guys need? Whats already installed in the particular vans youre looking at, and how much would that save you? What mileage do you expect? Top speed? Etc.
And the state of the cars. Engine overhaul? Brakes overhaul, new shock absorbers, exhaust, these things cost. (Assuming theres a camping interior:)if you need to weld on the car, you have to remove the interior (gets set on fire). Is the interior in such a state you want to reuse it? If no, buying a empty van might be cheaper and more fun building your own.
Just a few thoughts of many. Lots of things to think about, and just as many ways to look at it! I hope you guys will make good adventures nonetheless. Good luck.
I don’t know anything about a
I don’t know anything about a Dodge 50, but the 508’s are definately worth considering. Very trustworthy engine, easy maintenance. Rear brakes always need adjusting and some sensitive rustspots here and there.
Both cars have forums with enthousiasts so Id reccommend going there and read al about the cars.But before you buy anything you should write down your demands. How much space do you guys need? Whats already installed in the particular vans youre looking at, and how much would that save you? What mileage do you expect? Top speed? Etc.
And the state of the cars. Engine overhaul? Brakes overhaul, new shock absorbers, exhaust, these things cost. (Assuming theres a camping interior:)if you need to weld on the car, you have to remove the interior (gets set on fire). Is the interior in such a state you want to reuse it? If no, buying a empty van might be cheaper and more fun building your own.
Just a few thoughts of many. Lots of things to think about, and just as many ways to look at it! I hope you guys will make good adventures nonetheless. Good luck.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
The first generation Express,
The first generation Express, J5, C25 and Ducato, same car /w different badge.
Have proven to last. But nowadays mileage, rust and lack of maintenance have taken their toll on most cars. Not as high of a fixed value as a VW. Should definately be considered, however a newer generation car will have better brakes, mileage, safety, comfort, hp, etc and weighs 1000 kg less.If you plan to restore and build your own van, the price of restoring a 20y old car and restoring a 10y old wont differ that much. Thus I’d reccomend the younger model. PSA and VW both make great vans. The problem lies in finding one thats not mistreated. My 2 cents.
