1985 Ford Motorhome Class B
Needs a good scrub cleaning on the outside / interior is good / roof material (cloth only) loose in places. No leaks. Heater and air conditioner works great. Drives great, everything gone through. Currently has a blocked gas line will need to be cleaned out. Bring a trailer and get a really nice intro into vanlife. It would be hard tofind a better buy for the price. Would make a great deer hunters home on the road. Price to sell
A 1985 Ford Econoline 250 Funcraft is a classic Class B camper van conversion typically built on a Ford E-250 chassis. [1]
Key Features & Specs
Interior Amenities: Commonly equipped with a small kitchenette (stove, sink, 3-way fridge), propane heating, a roof-mounted AC unit, a compact toilet setup, and a convertible seating/sleeping area (typically sleeping up to 2 people). [1]
Historical Context: While Funcraft conversions are famously associated with 1970s and 1980s utility and touring vans (such as the custom Ford and Dodge Funcraft builds used by bands or icons like Terry Fox), the 1985 model represents a late-vintage example of these retro fiberglass-top conversions. [1, 2]
Chassis & Mechanical Specifications
In 1985, Funcraft utilized Ford's heavy-duty E-250 and E-350 Econoline platforms. These chassis featured a rigid body-on-frame layout and Ford’s dependable Twin-I-Beam independent front suspension. [1, 2, 3]
Fuel Economy: Averaged between 8 to 12 MPG. To compensate, many camper packages included Ford's optional dual fuel tanks, offering a total capacity of up to 40.1 gallons. [1, 2, 3]
Camper Conversion & Interior Layout
Funcraft conversions were revered for maximizing small spaces using fiberglass high-top roofs to allow comfortable standing room. [1, 2, 3]
Feature
Standard 1985 Funcraft Specification
Length
Typically 17 to 19 feet
Sleeping Capacity
Accommodates 2 to 4 people (via a convertible dinette bed and an overhead bunk)
Kitchenette
2-burner propane stove, 3-way compact refrigerator (Gas/AC/DC), and a stainless steel sink with a 12V water pump
Climate Control
Built-in propane furnace, insulated walls tailored to Canadian cold-temp specs, and optional roof AC
Bathroom
Compact rear setup featuring a chemical or marine toilet and holding tanks
Utility
Dual-battery setup (isolated house battery), integrated shore power hookup, and a fresh-water holding tank
️ Historical Significance & Legacy
Funcraft vehicles occupy a unique pocket of RV history. They were among the earliest consumer-facing "stealth" camper vans that could fit into a standard parking space while offering the complete amenities of a larger Class C motorhome. Because Funcraft eventually closed its doors, surviving 1985 models are considered rare, sought-after vintage restoration projects prized by "van life" collectors for their bulletproof Ford powertrains and retro charm.
