I own a 97 high top with 61k original miles. Van is mint. Took a wrong turn at a car show 2 weeks ago. Ended up in the show lot. When i got to registration the guy said "this show is for classics". At this point i see ill have to park far away and walk. I tell the guy "its 25 years old with 60k miles, i can insure and register this as a classic." He took my $10 entrance fee. I parked, opened the hood and all the doors, turned on the tv and streamed a KZbin jazz playlist. Me and my family enjoyed the show/fair. Came back later that day and had a sign on the window to report to the main booth. They had no van category so i won by default "best survivor". Got a little trophy. Told the wife " this trophy just upped the value on this baby, 3 grand." Lol
@rustyshackleford72657 ай бұрын
Win by default is still a win 🏆 congratulations
@danswartwood45803 жыл бұрын
Very nice shape for being 21 years old, WOW
@willg.51683 жыл бұрын
I have a '01, but with the high top; same exact pewter color and condition almost matches. I found mine with 98,xxx miles and those 5.7 Vortec's are BEASTLY ❤️
@larrypierce27773 жыл бұрын
This Chevy Express has the best Upholstery that last. When GM or whoever bought this kind of material, they bought something special. It never seems to wear out. My 2001 Chevy Silverado has the same material and it always cleans up great. Chevy is know for putting plastic wear it cracks. My grille is cracked / it's plastic. Chevy's mirrors fall apart eventually, too. The outboard mirrors that is. I love this express van. If I'd have sold this silly house of mine, I would've bought it. Still waiting for that perfect offer. Love the Express, love it.
@DistantEarlyWarning6113 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful.
@andrewjacobson5563 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy watching your channel👍👍 we both like town cars and conversion vans!!
@jbb83823 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Wish u were closer!
@nannerz1994 Жыл бұрын
It's all about the blinds and the carpet that made it incredibly soundproof and cozy
@joshuagraham32223 жыл бұрын
I love that van. Beautiful shape.
@johnpezzullo96443 жыл бұрын
AWESOME VAN Anthony....INCREDIBLE Condition. Love it. !!!! Hoping to see you and Papa at the Hershey show. !!!! :)
@martinwagner96103 жыл бұрын
Not my cup of tea, but it's great to see a well maintained survivor of any kind. Somebody is going to love it.
@jeffone2nv3 жыл бұрын
I used to transport new vehicles that under carriage is clean super clean. Barely any rust marks. You could remove it with steel wool. Wow 🤩 what a vehicle!!!!
@andrewjacobson5563 жыл бұрын
Almost forgot I've got a 99 E150 conversion van 220,050 miles as of today its an Illinois van, still functional still runs great!! Bought it 13yrs ago with 88,000 miles took out the captains chairs, they make great patio chairs
@mr.mister41103 жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 and I use it for camping. It has a raised roof. Full Explorer upgrade. Amazing vans!
@christopherkraft13273 жыл бұрын
Hey Anthony & Papa Bear, this is one nice & well preserved van. It looks like it's very comfortable & I'm sure it will be a nice addition to any family. Thanks for sharing another fun video!! 👍👍🙂
@paulgozzo91783 жыл бұрын
Hello Christopher just wanted to give you a shout. Papa 🐻 & Anthony
@christopherkraft13273 жыл бұрын
@@paulgozzo9178 Back at ya Papa Bear!! 🙂
@kennethwilliams76973 жыл бұрын
Very, very nice! The condition of this Van is amazing!
@SmokeyBandit973 жыл бұрын
Sweet ride Anthony!
@Butter615s3 жыл бұрын
We had multiple conversion vans growing up. My latest being a 98 GMC Savana. Absolutely one of the best vehicles I have ever owned.
@chrisb28443 жыл бұрын
Wow I love that van and that would be perfect as a road vehicle, I love that a lot!
@31847448 Жыл бұрын
Very very nice van. Guess in a small block V8 engine ?
@GB-je5tc3 жыл бұрын
That baby is pretty unique. It puts me in the mind of a Roadmaster... more luxurious than a Suburban, or Escalade. Hardly driven for a 5.7 L Good find. Breaks up the monotony with these unique finds... Americana. History.
@pyramydseven3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous ride! Wish it still had the lift, I'd bring you cash today. Thanks for the video. 👍🏻
@DHSFEMA3 жыл бұрын
I had a 1990 Ford E150 High Top Conversion Van 302 Dual Gas Tanks, Blue exterior & interior, was in great shape and so wish I had it today.
@user-weRlight3 жыл бұрын
Man o man! That is sweet! Great vid as always. If I had the 12k I’d be calling you.
@philipaltamore3313 жыл бұрын
my mechanic had to put a water pump what a job not a lot of room
@dale59852 жыл бұрын
OMG! AWESOME! I'm wish window shopping. Love it.
@fordmuscleluis97103 жыл бұрын
Beautiful ride
@jmccord07163 жыл бұрын
Anthony love your content. lately ( last few videos) your intros have been extremely low volume but then it goes back to normal. not sure if something is up with the mic on the camera your using but thought id give you a heads up! keep up the grate content love seeing you rescue these beautiful cars!
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure why it’s been doing that. I did order a new wireless mic so I will sound crystal clear even when the camera is far away.
@joelscott35233 жыл бұрын
Great looking practical van...only wish the owner had sprung for new tires and wheels. That would make this an honest to goodness dream van. All my best to Papa Bear.
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
I like the original alloys. But I would also like new style wheels. That’s why I’m leaving that to the next owner to decide
@willg.51683 жыл бұрын
White letter tires would spruce it up just a bit 😊
@joelscott35233 жыл бұрын
@@willg.5168 with a set of spinners!
@willg.51683 жыл бұрын
@@joelscott3523 I'm to old school for that bro, but definitely feeling that💪
@Integrity.is.everything3 жыл бұрын
Damn that was a beautiful van.
@9168TimGlass3 жыл бұрын
Very interested, are there financing options? As it over 20 years old it should qualify for classic car financing and insurance coverage, right?
@robertantony24413 жыл бұрын
Another super job done by Anthony done to satisfaction
@alexmalaspino44503 жыл бұрын
What a beauty!!!
@42luke933 жыл бұрын
So beautiful! Explorer still makes conversion vans too. Not sure if there are any other companies. But they seemingly stopped offering the camper window and paint scheme.
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
They do still make them but yes some of the stuff like that has changed.
@42luke933 жыл бұрын
@@specialtymotorcars Yeah and no more cloth seats 💺
@jeffone2nv3 жыл бұрын
It’s sounds awesome 👏🏾 very quiet 🤐
@Daniel-ni8le2 жыл бұрын
WELL WORTH 12 GRAND !! Holy shit !!! I wish i could get it !!
@CH67guy13 жыл бұрын
Beautiful van! What is the car show event coming up in Hershey PA?
@paulgozzo91783 жыл бұрын
Hello the show is Oct 6 thru 9th great show plenty of car parts and cars. Papa 🐻 & Anthony
@CH67guy13 жыл бұрын
@@paulgozzo9178 Thank you sir!
@Butter615s3 жыл бұрын
FYI- You must keeps those read shades closed in the summertime. It’s a giant aquarium if you don’t.
@CH67guy13 жыл бұрын
Oh wow. Very end of the video. How about that 78 or 79 Cadillac behind you? One of my favorites.
@georgesmith79883 жыл бұрын
Beautiful van at a small fraction of its original cost
@waltoneames79485 ай бұрын
I had a 2000 chevy gladiator conversion van you van tell the cheap conversion vans from high end ones if that black piece above tail lights is painted the same color as the body then 98%of the time it will be high end as mine was .but mine had a v 6 i dont know why but i saved a lot of gas and it wss a strong runner , it stood out in a crowd .it was maroon just beautiful it had different wheels than most .they were stock chevy with chrome trim rings and chrome center pieces
@michaelpfaff60093 жыл бұрын
Is that an additional power lock button on the right rear door?
@lesn91253 жыл бұрын
These vans and other cars are a nice break from the usual Love the usual but is cool
@31847448 Жыл бұрын
Great road trip vehicle
@thomasrhinehart60843 жыл бұрын
its interesting when you say "survivor" while I understand the sentiment Im practical, I have two drivers in my fleet that are 22 and 25 years old respectively which I dont give a second thought to as per their age...some folks its about collecting and others its practicality
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
100% true. It’s not a 1969 Camaro that’s untouched since new, but as far as conversion vans go, it hasn’t been “used up” for what it was intended to be built for. That’s why I call it a survivor. At this point most 20+ year old vans are gone or near gone.
@classic-kool3 жыл бұрын
@@specialtymotorcars - We know what you meant........all it takes is a little common sense LoL ...
@philipaltamore3313 жыл бұрын
@@specialtymotorcars check.to.see how many were produced
@donsimmerman2843 жыл бұрын
I like a full sized big framed van Don Simmerman
@neilouellette30043 жыл бұрын
Great deal Anthony. Should have kept it for yourself but a great price for the consumer!!
@doug90663 жыл бұрын
That is a nice looking Chevrolet van, good price too.
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@johnd74783 жыл бұрын
Beautiful vehicle. This was prob once equipped with a wheelchair lift, (braunability wheelchair lift).
@johnnycrab94583 жыл бұрын
Have a 1999 that is close to that but had a wheelchair conversion.
@Cantworship2gods2 жыл бұрын
I would take all the back seats out and make it into a tiny home on wheels
@Skyhawks1979 Жыл бұрын
Hi Anthony. I'm trying to source the pump your friend used to "boost" the rear heat. Having difficulty finding one that will handle the temperature. Can you ask him what he used?
@specialtymotorcars Жыл бұрын
Oooo I can try!
@brianmoralee76283 жыл бұрын
Hey Anthony. I'm definitely interested. Super nice! I'd like to talk with you. Cash offer. Do you have a good hook up on a set of rims to bring it up to 2015 looks?
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
I don’t have a connection, I bought mine from Facebook marketplace when I found them. Cost me $900 for 20” Denali Snowflake wheels with new tires. They were taken off at the dealer.
@dandanthexrpman30713 жыл бұрын
Ashtrays in the back for the kiddos! Lol!
@thomasclark31113 жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@clementinabrooks7562 Жыл бұрын
Very nice. How 🤔 much do. The year of this model cost??
@jacobcoates7782 Жыл бұрын
2000 Chevy Express Explorer Conversion Van 79k I am too freaking interested in this van or anything close to it age wise but even better price wise . I sent you a email earlier regarding being prequalified by NFCU like I said in my previous email when your a disabled vet every dollar is very picky about how and where it gets spent on and I will find a way to get from Buffalo Ny to your location
@rosasutcliff66603 жыл бұрын
Do you know how many miles it takes until you start seeing problems? Wanting to get one of these for my first car but dont know much about miles for vans
@thuannguyen77193 жыл бұрын
I have a 2001 dodge hi top conversion van with 87k miles
@patrickflohe74273 жыл бұрын
She’s a stunner! Do you still have it?
@primeminister663 жыл бұрын
Clean as the Board of Health!!!
@tonypayne18942 жыл бұрын
Probably a long shot but is the van still available
@johnriesinger3 жыл бұрын
Is it a nice Van Anthony. Put a flat screen in. Maybe a Mini fridge. Hit the road. But I was thinking maybe 10 10 5.
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
Possibilities for modifications are endless!
@thelastninja48253 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing
@billymcmanus96423 жыл бұрын
White walls will like nice on it
@tonyhill5235 Жыл бұрын
I know it been a while but this still 4 sale? Ty
@jerrybuoncristiano21512 жыл бұрын
Is 2000 chevy convers van Still available?
@markraven73163 жыл бұрын
She's a beaut Clark....holiday road.
@Himself_wes3410 ай бұрын
I would like the van .How can I get in touch with you ?
@zachg90653 жыл бұрын
For sale: Big JUICY Van!
@jessejoles4017 Жыл бұрын
How much are you asking for the van in this video?
@bade-bike19303 жыл бұрын
Do you still have it?
@qzoo56173 жыл бұрын
Is it still for sale
@kenseitz12532 жыл бұрын
Still for sale?
@lauracastro6748 Жыл бұрын
Hola Anthony , me puedes decir cuál sería el precio de una camioneta similar a ésta pero 2008 , en pesos mexicanos . Gracias por tu atención . Saludos desde Hermosillo Sonora México ( soy discapacitada )
@t.b.g.5043 жыл бұрын
Just like a limousine!
@lamontruffin3273 жыл бұрын
I luv the van to boss
@honoriomutuc9102 Жыл бұрын
I just bough a 2000 Chevrolet Starcraft with 69k miles for11k
@Rae.WiLL322 жыл бұрын
❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
@Kaiya_Kayla_Mom3 жыл бұрын
I WANT IT🎯🎯🎯
@evegem89782 жыл бұрын
How much was this
@RicardoEspañaSevilla3 жыл бұрын
Be carefull filming and driving at the same time.
@philipaltamore3313 жыл бұрын
my brother forced me to buy on for him 8000 bucks he hit my light in front of garage busted the seat
@ralphabreu50222 жыл бұрын
How much????
@cream69362 жыл бұрын
Whats the best price
@specialtymotorcars2 жыл бұрын
Sold!
@michaelcoffey73623 жыл бұрын
Nice 😀
@jonathancastillo88023 жыл бұрын
This would be cool with some newer take off wheels but this is 5 lug not 6 lug
@kevbrown18673 жыл бұрын
Just think of all the money you would save with motels with your side girl The thing would pay for itself
@31847448 Жыл бұрын
Sleeps three and screws six
@paulm64813 жыл бұрын
That interior looks like it has Corinthian wrinkled cloth 🤣
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
Only the finest!
@aBc-123-XyZ3 жыл бұрын
So this bad boy is sold.......
@danswartwood45803 жыл бұрын
Uhm THANK YOU....
@lamontruffin3273 жыл бұрын
I'm n Milwaukee u selling that big boy
@ronaldfeltenstein36012 жыл бұрын
Being a year old it is sold.
@Butter615s3 жыл бұрын
Jeez that’s a good price. Anyone want to buy an Infiniti from me? Lol
@User-1683x23 жыл бұрын
Camping in the back or . . . whatever, lol 😂
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
🤷🏻😁
@donsimmerman2843 жыл бұрын
I like a rear wheel drive full sized vans to I don't like front wheel drive vans Don Simmerman
@RB-ub9ht3 жыл бұрын
Had to shut down early. How much?
@tomthomas60663 жыл бұрын
Where are you located or a phone number where you can be contacted?
@brianmoralee76283 жыл бұрын
Please put me first in line if it's not too late
@specialtymotorcars3 жыл бұрын
It’s available
@tinytrouble17822 ай бұрын
The 2025 version is the same, I don’t get why they refuse to change that horrible body style