2011 Chevrolet Express 3500 diesel for sale by owner - Wabasha, MN - craigslist (2024)

Vehicle Info:
-Suspension: Monroe Magnum gas struts installed front and back for a smooth ride.
-Brakes: Heavy duty drilled and slotted brake rotors with ceramic brake pads installed to ensure brakes stay nice and cool, extend their life and ensure your stopping power is top notch.
Brake fluid flush performed on 1-2-24.
-Tires: Rear tires are BF Goodrich K02 All-Terrain T/A tires, branded with the Three Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol meaning that they've met industry standards for severe snow and ice conditions. Tire size 245/75R16.
Front tires are Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar Tires which provide a quiet and comfortable ride. Tire size 245/75R16.
Towing: The van has a tow rating of 7400 lbs and comes with a towing brake and a Curt Class 4 trailer hitch.

The Build
The interior of the van was built with 4 season functionality in mind. The interior has a 5'7” roof height.
-Insulation/Sound Proofing: The van interior is fully layered with 50 mil Kilmat sound dampening material and thoroughly insulated with R-5 polystyrene foam board.
-Lighting: 6 LED puck lights on a dimmer switch light up the interior of the van.
-Water: 5-gallon fresh and 5-gallon gray water tanks are below the sink. There is a valve to drain your gray water directly out of the van floor. The water system is powered by a 3gpm Seaflo water pump.
-Heating/Cooling: Floor mounted 5KW diesel heater underneath the closet by the barn doors. The heater comes with a wireless key chain remote.
Directly above the bed is a Maxxair Fan 5100k with 10 speed fan/ventilation capabilities. The fan unit also comes with rain louvers and a mesh screen to keep bugs out. The fan also has a built-in thermostat feature that allows it to keep the interior temperature at 72 degrees.
-Electrical: The van has premium electrical components totaling $4,343.94.

Charging Sources:
-Shore: Samlex 1230 allows you to charge and run all vehicle components while at a campground or home with a standard 120V outlet.
-Alternator: A Sterling Pro B2B Smart Charger charges the battery bank at up to 60A with the correct charging profile while driving.
-Battery Bank: Two Battle Born 100Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries wired in parallel give you 200Ah of power.
-Victron BVM-712 Battery Monitoring System with Bluetooth and In App Controls.
-AC Power: Samlex 2000W Pure Sine Wave inverter.
-DC Power: Two USB/USB-C chargers are installed, one on each side of the bed. All DC powered appliances are routed to the 12 circuit Blue Sea DC Fuse Block.

Upgrades Since I Purchased the Van:
-Tile floor switched from wood laminate to Marmoleum, which is heat resistant, anti-static and easy to clean, anti-bacterial, and 100% biodegradable, making it sustainable and eco-friendly.
-Spare tire with worn treads replaced with new tire.
-Both driver and passenger seats re-done by Fibre New, Mesa, AZ.
-Passenger seat upgraded to swivel type by New Life Conversions, Phoenix, AZ.
-Weather Tech Stone & Bug Deflector and Side Window Rain Guards added.
-Complete dent and paint job performed by Phoenix Auto Collision, Phoenix, AZ.
-Smart tiles back splash installed by professional RV technician while I was in Quartzite.

For all the upgrades and repairs, including the original purchase price of $30,000, I have spent a total of $61,953.34 on this van.

How It Was Used: I put on a total of 14,000 miles beginning with camping locally (within 1 hour of home) for a couple years while still working 6 days a week; then for a month at Quartzite, AZ; then the Pacific Coast Highway; then to Minnesota.

Why I Am Selling It: I gave the nomad lifestyle a try and decided it wasn't for me. I am staying with family now and intend to retire and enjoy nature from a home base, rather than traveling around and living in nature.

I purchased this van in November of 2021 while I was still working full-time, 6 days a week, to go camping from time-to-time. My plan was to do the Pacific Coast Highway trip in early retirement, as well as try the nomad life. As a solo female traveler, I made sure this van was in top condition.

I read that if you find the combination of a Turbocharged Duramax Diesel and Allision Transmission, “Buy it and don't look back.” This, and the fact that I could stand up straight in this van were the reasons that I purchased it, after having a mechanic friend,who drove Duramax diesel vehicles for many years, perform a thorough inspection before I purchased it.

I appreciated the power that this van had while climbing the Donner Pass, in Nevada County, CA on the way to the north side of the Pacific Coast Highway, as well as the mountain pass to Vail, Colorado on my way to Minnesota. My first trip was to Canyon de Chelly in northeast Arizona in February of 2022. It was snowing and there were 25 mph winds. (See photo.) This van had no issues with the cold and the diesel heater performed incredibly well.

Oil change, air filter replacement and wheel alignment have been performed after my travels. Blackstone Labs engine report indicates the van is in “fantastic” shape. Oil and air filter service from Adams Automotive receipt indicates, “Everything else appears to be good at this time.” (See photos.)

The van has two issues:

I scratched the passenger door paint at a RV park on the Pacific Coast Highway trip when I brushed up against the sign for the space.

The right blinker causes the emergency lights to flash.

Free Items Totaling $1086.69 Included in Sale if You're Interested:

-Weather Tech Front Vehicle Sun Shade plus Storage Bag for Chevy Express 3500, originally purchased for $167.94
-Chevy Express 3500 Van Spare Tire Jack and Tools, originally purchased for $133.03
-25 Foot, 30 Amp RV Shore Power Elelctric Cord; 125V, 30-15 Amp Adapter; 30-50 Amp Adapter, originally purchased for $112.28
-25 Foot, Outdoor Heavy Duty Extension Cord with Power Light Plug, originally purchased for $39.60
-Hughes Autoformers Power Watchdog Smart Bluetooth Surge Protector Plus EPO Auto Shutoff-30 Amp Portable Version, originally purchased for $209.73
-The Original California Car Duster Detailing Kit, originally purchased for $26.26
-Windshield Snow Cover, originally purchased for $23.88
-Weather Tech Cupfone XL in Clam Shell, Bluetooth FM Transmitter, originally purchased for $70.15
-2 Magnetic Screen Door Curtains, originally purchased for $73.82
-Van cover, Gold Shield RV Cover for Class B, 100% Water-Resistant for Extreme Weather Conditions, originally purchased for $230.00