When the McLaren F1 designer made a Ford Transit

The eBay Lounge continues to be powered by its authentic 1.7-litre V4 petrol engine, for instance, albeit modified to burn E5 gas, and has the four-speed gearbox it left the manufacturing unit with.

The one main change, other than Stevens’ redesigned occasion house, has been its conversion from left- to right-hand drive and the addition of a pop-up roof.

“In the course of the early discussions, we agreed it might don’t have any foolish 21in wheels or be lowered,” says Stevens. “As an alternative, we mentioned it should respect the unique design and specification and never spoil it with a tragic caravan inside.”

On that time, Stevens was in a position to attract on the expertise of his motorhome. “That automobile confirmed me what I don’t like in a caravan inside,” he says. So instead of pastel shades and floral materials, Stevens has chosen darkish wooden for the cupboards, a brushed metal sink with a smoked glass cowl, a cool-looking counter-top fridge and a tricky, uncarpeted flooring, all from eBay sellers.

Additionally from eBay are a Bentley alloy wheel desk, passenger and driver seats that may flip 180deg and a pair of ‘outdated timer’ retro sports activities seats to be used exterior.

Stevens’ favorite merchandise is the Traditional JLR retro radio sourced from the Jaguar Traditional Elements retailer on eBay. Envisage additionally went looking for components on the web site, sourcing every little thing from Mk1 Transit headlights to drivetrain and suspension parts from the official eBay Ford retailer. Gas pipes, brake strains and electrical and different components additionally got here from eBay.