The big 3-0-0

Not too many people start with a horsepower figure when they begin a Van conversion, but James Sharp wanted something different out of his Transporter

Words Mark Walker

When we ask a feature Van owner what got them into VWs, we’re not often given an answer we’ve not heard before, but I’ll freely admit James’ reply took me back a little. “I kitted out four T5 Vans for rental a few years ago, did eight rentals in total and then decided it wasn’t for me.” Pushing him further for an explanation of that statement, it turns out not everyone cares about either their own belongings, or those of other people, as much as you might think – or at least hope. The Vans were returning with damage and excessive wear and tear, making James think twice about his chosen business. “he wanted to see 300bhp out of the engine” What followed, though, was an even bigger surprise. “A…

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