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Vanzilla is for sale! 1998 E350 6.8L V10 4x4 Sportsmobile asking $8900


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Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141

The time has come to move on from Vanzilla (named that by my nephew).

I'm at a different phase in my life so she is no longer needed, and she gets restless in the driveway.

I am the second owner, I got her in 2009 with 42k miles and she has 174k now.  Big block engines regularly go past 300k.  These beasts are hard to find.








I'll go through the good the bad and the ugly.

This thing can go anywhere, but she is thirsty at about 12 mpg.  

The interior height is about 5'9" so if you are taller than that, you will have to duck.  

Bed is a full size at 72" x 54" with 12" of storage underneath ( I put crashpads there) Two normal sized climbers can sleep comfortably.  

Stove and frig run on built in propane and $20 worth can last 4-6 weeks.

Sink is currently non-functional (I removed the water tank as it was easier for me to just bring water in other jugs and have more room for crashpads and gear)  The pump is there, but would need to be hooked back up.  

The cabinetry works, but is 22 yrs old, so its not perfect.  Same with all of the window curtains.  

There are two attic vents, and one attic fan, so temps are tolerable on all but the hottest of summer days.  

Roof racks on top for additional gear storage if need, as well as access ladder.

The passenger side door handle doesn't currently work, and was told it is an inexpensive fix from a body shop, lock smith, or do it yourself-er.  You can get out that side, but not in.

The passenger seat swivels to face the rear, to allow for great lounging and additional floor space.

There is a 100 amp coach battery that is charged off the engine, so no need for solar unless you plan to park for more than 4-6 days without driving anywhere.  

Tires are in good condition with a lot of life left.  
Nate Nathanaelson · · Squarebanks, AK · Joined Mar 2018 · Points: 106

Wow this is a lot of van for that price... If I didn't already have my 4wd I would be very interested. Quigley do the conversion?

Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141
Nathanael H wrote: Wow this is a lot of van for that price... If I didn't already have my 4wd I would be very interested. Quigley do the conversion?

Yeah its a Quigley conversion that Sportsmobile had done.  

spiderwill · · Columbus · Joined May 2016 · Points: 0

Hey Eric! I want to buy Vanzilla today! I have cash in hand!!

Andrew Carson · · Wilson, WY · Joined Jun 2006 · Points: 1,520

If it's not sold, where are you? I'm interested.  

Riley Head · · Salt Lake City, UT · Joined Mar 2018 · Points: 0

Interested as well if others fall through

Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141
spiderwill wrote: Hey Eric! I want to buy Vanzilla today! I have cash in hand!!

Give me a call or text.  She’s parked at the red right now. 303 six four  one 7535

Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141

It’s currently in Rogers Kentucky which is 5 miles from Miguels in the red

Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141

I have PM'd everyone who responded.  Check your spam. 

Chase G · · Salt Lake City, UT · Joined Jun 2017 · Points: 169

Congrats to whoever buys this... It's a crazy deal

Chloe Matthews · · Taos, NM · Joined May 2020 · Points: 0

Is Vanzilla still available??

Eric Carlos · · Soddy Daisy, TN · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 141

Sale pending....

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