Weird things you can do with a Transit van

The humble Ford Transit is known for its business prowess, but we have come across some more amusing uses for the van throughout history. If you fancy a laugh, grab a coffee and a biscuit and read our blog below…

Transport an elephant, or two…

In 1965, London Zoo used a transit van to move two baby elephants, an unusual use for the Transit we know and love today!

Take to the water

In 1985, a group of Ford apprentices from Dunton came together to build a floating transit van to take part in an annual boat raft race held in Southend, Essex. Unfortunately, it didn’t make it to the Thames boat race!

Get fanatical…

Familiar with this car? It’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the chassis of this car is actually that of a Ford Transit! The famous car from the 1968 film of the same name was actually modelled from the van which is mind-boggling to say the least.

Break a record.

How many humans can you fit into a Ford Transit? Well in 1965, 48 students from Barking College near London crammed themselves into a Ford Transit. If that isn’t impressive enough, they managed to get a world record for their effort – fair enough!

Become a stuntman, or not…

We don’t recommend trying this at home! In 1985, Steve Matthews flew through the air in his Ford Transit in aid of Cancer Research. The jump was over a massive 15 old cars and the only mods to the van were the removal of the windows and gaffer taping the doors and the bonnet. Wow!

Whether you’re looking for a Dropside or Jumbo, Custom or Connect, find a used Ford Transit for sale in Warrington at Cheshire Vehicle Supplies. The team will be able to answer any questions you have, even if it’s as weird and wonderful as these Ford Transit uses!