FOR SALE: 2003 VW T4 888 Special Pop-Top Camper – £12,250 ONO
Location: Steyning, West Sussex
Engine: 2.5 TDI AJT (88BHP)
Mileage: 169,839
Owners: 4
Registered as: Motor Caravan
Status: Currently SORN – MOT passed May/June 2024 (fresh MOT included with sale)
Contact: 07903 979701
Overview
A well-maintained 2003 VW T4 888 Special SWB campervan with the sought-after 2.5 TDI AJT engine — widely known for its reliability and capable of running 300k+ miles with routine care.
This van comes with full service history, timing belt changed at 132k, and has recently had 4 new tyres fitted. It’s factory black (rare spec), with a full camper conversion, and has been treated with MaxWax ceramic coating to protect body panels.
Ready for camping, weekends away, and road trips — everything works as it should, with a new leisure battery fitted and a fresh MOT included at point of sale.
Key Features & Equipment
Pop-top roof with zip-down mesh windows
Rock & roll bed
Two-ring gas hob and grill (gas-fed)
Rear shower (ideal for rinsing wetsuits or outdoor use)
Webasto diesel heater (runs from main tank – winter ready)
Tailgate rear door (great for loading boards or sheltering from rain)
Double passenger swivel seat (RHD)
Kenwood sound system
CISBO reversing sensors
Vinyl flooring throughout
Electric windows & mirrors
Remote central locking
Cruise control
Heated rear screen
Factory black paint (rare)
MaxWax ceramic coating applied to body panels
4 brand new tyres
Included with Sale
25m 230V hook-up lead
Heavy-duty waterproof T4 camper cover
Condition Notes
Full service history with receipts and maintenance records
Timing belt replaced at 132,000 miles
MOT done in May/June 2024 – will come with a fresh MOT as part of sale
Bodywork: Some localised repair and light respray in places; visible areas of rust shown in photos (expected for age)
Fridge not working (priced accordingly)
Interior in good, usable condition with functional electrics (all 12V systems and hook-up work)
Why It’s for Sale
I relocated to Sri Lanka last year and originally kept the van thinking I’d return to use it, but now that I’m staying abroad long-term, it’s time to pass it on. It’s too good to be left sitting unused and deserves a new owner to take it on fresh adventures.
Summary
A rare VW T4 888 Special with AJT 2.5 TDI engine, full camper conversion, full service history, and a fresh MOT at point of sale. Recently fitted new leisure battery, 4 new tyres, and comes with all camping essentials included.
Perfect for weekends away, surf trips, festivals, or anyone looking for a ready-to-go, honest camper with years of use ahead.
Located in Steyning, West Sussex
Contact: 07903 979701
Price: £12,250 ONO – serious offers only
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