4x4 van

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

Jan 18, 2006 | 04:00 AM

blueovalblood

Thread Starter

New User

Joined: Jan 2006

Posts: 23

Likes: 0

4x4 van

I want to get a new 4 wheel drive van but can only find aftermarket installers why dont any comapanies make factory 4x4?

Jan 18, 2006 | 04:31 AM

ford390gashog

Fleet Owner

Joined: Jan 2004

Posts: 26,007

Likes: 575

From: Brentwood,CA

because its a VAN. you will have to locate a good installer. a few people have done it. expect to pay about 4,500.00-5,500.00 to convert.

Jan 18, 2006 | 06:36 AM

IB Tim

FTE Leadership Emeritus

Joined: Jan 2003

Posts: 161,999

Likes: 75

From: 3rd Rock

...Welcome blueovalblood, to Ford Truck Enthusiasts!

We are happy you have chosen the best source for Fords!

Enjoy FTE....and
JOIN CLUB FTE -SUPPORT THE FORUMS!
…..See you on the boards.

Jan 18, 2006 | 06:54 AM

dmp437

Elder User

Joined: Jun 2005

Posts: 645

Likes: 2

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueovalblood

I want to get a new 4 wheel drive van but can only find aftermarket installers why dont any comapanies make factory 4x4?

Lack of demand. The full size van market is geared to delievery vehicles, emergency vehicles, and "pimp" vans (conversion vans). In the case of the delivery vans and conversion upfitters, price is a major factor. In the case of the emergency vehicles, price of the chassis is also a concern butthe 4x4 equipment cuts into the payload. Check out Quigley Motor Company for quality 4x4 van conversions.

Jan 18, 2006 | 10:43 AM

grease monkey

Elder User

Joined: Oct 2004

Posts: 759

Likes: 0

From: Omaha

There is a local tavern that has a Econoline 4X4 van that has there logo on it looks pretty sweet. When I was looking for a truck a while back a local lot had a Chevy Astro 4X4 van which was different. I think that they are pretty cool but I would think that it would be really top heavy.

Jan 18, 2006 | 10:52 AM

wlihntr

Postmaster

Joined: Jan 2004

Posts: 4,758

Likes: 7

From: colorado

this company makes some very nice full size 4x4 vans. www.sportsmobile.com

Jan 18, 2006 | 11:32 AM

jimandmandy

Post Fiend

Joined: Jun 2001

Posts: 5,228

Likes: 5

From: Running Springs CA

The only factory-new AWD vans I am aware of are the Toyota Sienna minivan and the GM Astro/Safari mid-size vans. What I would like is a 4x4 Dodge Sprinter, but I am not holding my breath.

Jim