I’ve seen a lot of classic cars advertised as a “Time Capsule”, but very few can take you back in time with a simple glance. This isn’t a knock on a preserved classic with all original trimmings and the like, but more of the idea that certain vehicles absolutely reflect a specific time and culture. Vintage VW Bugs are a solid example because you can’t absolutely associate one with a certain era as they belong to numerous times. That’s also a biproduct of their high production numbers over numerous decades, but you get the point.
If I see a 1966 Mustang, I’ll associate it with its development as the first Pony Car and how it altered the American automotive industry, but it can also conjure up notions of a Shelby GT500 and motorsports. Same car but with different connotations. That said, a custom van belongs to only one era and is an absolute time capsule.
The Pick of the Day is a custom 1974 Ford Econoline van listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Morgantown, Pennsylvania. (Click the link to view the listing)
“No single vehicle better represents the good times and easy-living lifestyle of the 1970s better than does a custom van,” the listing states. “The personalized van covered all the bases. It was part muscle car, part apartment on wheels, and, of course, part art canvas, serving as a very groovy way to express oneself.”
It’s a true time capsule with 873 miles. The airbrushed mountain range and graphics, plus the porthole bubble windows on each side typify a certain time and place: mid-1970s in America. The Cragar wheels and side pipes also adds to the exceptional flavor.
“A swing of any door takes us back to 1974 shag-alicious heaven that covers nearly every square inch of the interior,” the listing states. “Light gray extra-long shag material is peppered throughout with some black and is as clean as the day it was installed. A rear platform bed is now installed and is covered with…shag!”
Under the hood is a 302ci V8 engine with a single two-barrel carburetor. The engine is paired with a 3-speed manual that sends power to a Ford 9-inch rear axle.
The dealer is asking $69,500 for this 1974 Ford Econoline van. It’s a true time capsule with low mileage and a distinct vibe.
To view this listing on ClassicCars.com, see Pick of the Day.
$70,000 are you kidding?
25% of that is $17,500 …. about right
this van is so overpriced no sense on making an offer!
How in the world does he think any body is going to even think of buying this van??
It is very cool but not 70k cool, sorry..
Awfully overpriced! This is gonna scare off any potential buyers…