For Sale: 2001 VW Eurovan MV with 142k miles $10,995
This is the last (and best) version of the Eurovan, with the 200hp 24 Valve VR6 engine and electronic differential lock for snow. This van has great power and acceleration, while still getting good fuel economy. It drives really well – these later versions also had larger, better brakes. The transmission was replaced by the previous owners. AC blows cold, heated seats work great, . The MV model has removable rear facing jump seats and a pop up table, as well as the rear bench that easily folds down into a bed, or completely removes if you want to haul a motorcycle or large loads. These vehicles are super utilitarian and useful. It also has upgraded heavy duty vinyl-rubber mats front and rear. This one has a front sunroof, too which is a rare and desirable option. Absolutely NO RUST anywhere. Not even around the windshield which is super common. This was purchased in California and driven to Colorado, so it's never been in the rust-belt.
This one was owned by an enthusiast that did some popular and very useful upgrades. It has been lifted 1.5” for better clearance on remote access roads, and has brand new all-terrain tires that are slightly larger diameter than the original tires. It drives and handles well, and has more clearance than many modern SUVs. The windows have been tinted, which keeps the temps down camping in the sunshine, but also allows for privacy in campgrounds. The front passenger seat had a swivel added, so it can pivot around so when camping you can all sit facing each other – it's a really nice upgrade. The ARB Touring awning is great to have. It gives you instant shade and shelter anywhere you park – camping or tailgating or wherever. A 3 crossbar Yakima roof rack is installed, and has a basket as well – this makes hauling gear as well as canoes, kayaks or even lumber easy to do. A rear hatch Fiamm 3 bicycle rack is installed along with heavy duty hatch struts so the hatch is still easy to open and stays up even with the extra weight of the rack.
It's not perfect (no 18 year old vehicle can be) – exterior cosmetics – it has some very minor scratches and dings, and the rebuilt transmission has a valve body that can stick and cause very firm shifts and noise. They attribute this to it not being driven enough and the shop believes it will go away with regular use. The drivers window has started working intermittently. Drivers mirror doesn't work with remote. One headlight has a small hole.
Extras included – a set of almost new (less than 1 season of use) snow tires, and a swivel mount for the drivers seat. There is another rear facing jump seat available, too (though most people find it's easiest to just use one and have the extra space all the time).
A very fair price for a Eurovan with lower miles (142k) and thousands in upgrades. Easy to drive, park, camp and own. I would jump in this van and drive anywhere, in any weather, right now.
