Sell my Ford E-Series Passenger Van (Ford Reviews and Articles)

What began in 1961 as a compact van in the Ford lineup has become a staple for delivery companies and government fleets over the years. In the 1960s the Bell Telephone Company utilized the Ford E-Series Passenger Van as its primary field vehicle. Since then, many worldwide companies have made the E-Series their choice for fieldwork because of its ample cargo space and economical price.

The original version featured a 6-cylinder engine and 3-speed manual transmission that seated up to eight passengers. The model went unchanged until the 1968 model year when the compact van warped into a full-size model with twin I-beam front suspension and a shortened front end. This version, along with the Volkswagen Type 2, was long considered a reflection of the hippie generation, many times being painted with bold graphics that displayed the signs of the times.

1975 brought about an entirely different E-Series for the American public. This edition was boxier and the front end was longer than its predecessor. Four-wheel drive became available, and a new 6.9L Navistar diesel V8 was introduced as well. It was not until 1992 that the E-Series got another makeover. This version featured a curvier exterior design and was seen many times being used as a television news van. Motor Trend named the E-Series Chateau Club Wagon edition of the van their 1992 Truck of the Year, furthering the idea that Ford had produced the best available full-size van on the market. A new 6.8L Triton V10 engine was implemented, and the van gained seating with room for up to fifteen adult passengers.

Most recently the Ford E-Series got a boost with a 7.3L Power Stroke diesel engine. At the 2007 New York Auto Show, Ford unveiled a new E-Series van with a more prominent chrome front grille, larger headlamps, and a more streamlined front end. Companies like Federal Express, the security agency ADT, and some United States Postal Service offices are utilizing the E-Series to this day. The 2009 model year will bring a standard in-dash navigation unit, extra storage space, and a prominent chrome front grille.

While some media outlets are claiming that the 2010 model year will be the last for the Ford E-Series, Ford has stated that they have no intention of ending production of their largest full-size van. However, gossip has been flying around that Ford will begin only selling the E-Series for use in commercial fleets and will no longer sell directly to the public. Much of the basis for the rumor is the fact that families are becoming more concerned with fuel economy and are opting for more compact vehicle options.