The Bedford CF van was a light commercial vehicle produced by Bedford Vehicles from 1969 to 1988. It was based on the Bedford CA van but with a longer wheelbase and a wider body. The CF van was available in various configurations, including a panel van, pick-up, dropside and, of course, a motorhome. It was powered by a range of petrol and diesel engines, ranging from 1.5 litres to 3.5 litres.
This CF 250 motorhome has been given a complete refresh externally and internally. The bodywork has been addressed, and the inside has a modern feel with a light and airy colour scheme from the new furniture. The CF also benefits from a full rewire in the living area and has had upgraded LED lighting and a smoke and CO2 detectors fitted. The 2.3 litre engine has been serviced, is running correctly, and is mated to the rebuilt four-speed gearbox.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
V5C present
Registered 15th August 1972
Several previous MOT certificates
Several invoices for parts purchased
Haynes Bedford CF Van workshop manual
The motorhome has covered approximately 8,000 miles since 2006
The Bedford has undergone some restoration which has included:
Lower sections of the doors were cut out, and new repair panels were welded in place
Wheel arches have had any corrosion cut out and replaced
Inner door arch panels replaced
Repair to the passenger side box panel
Repair carried out to windscreen frame
The Bedford was repainted in its original colour scheme with four coats of lacquer
All of the windows were removed when the Bedford was repainted
New seals were fitted to the windows
The door seals have also been replaced
The doors fit well with an equal gap
Original badges are in good condition
The headlights are in good condition and have been upgraded to use halogen bulbs
Chrome work is in good condition with a minimal amount of tarnishing
Rear lights have a couple of minor fractures in the lenses
The wheels have been repainted in body colour and finished with stainless steel hubcaps. There are a couple of small dings in the hubcaps
The tyres are matching and have a good amount of tread remaining
THE MECHANICS
2.3 litre
The engine has had a service and tune up
No issues have been reported with the running of the Bedford by the vendor
Four-speed gearbox
The gearbox has been rebuilt, run and tested
The motorhome drives as you would expect, with no untoward noises
The braking system has been overhauled, replacing any pipes and hoses as required. These are said to be working well and bring the Motorhome to a stop as you would expect
The underside has been sanded back on the chassis before being repainted and coated to help prevent any unwanted corrosion
Life doesn’t get much simpler than this. Turn off your phone and head off for a weekend of relaxation in this 1972 Bedford CF 250. It has everything you need from a twin hob cooker, sink, shower and toilet; what more could you possibly need?
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