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I'm considering buying a new Ford Transit van when the become available in Canada. I would get one with the ecoboost engine, but unfortunately the Transit 250 has a towing capacity of 5400 lbs., wh...
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Mog, I wouldn't do it. As you probably already know, the E-series vans are on their way out. For my money, the new Transit has neither the hauling capacity nor power to keep up with your demands. By your admission, the Transit will already be hard-pressed to keep up with your current trailer. Suppose you want to upgrade to a bigger trailer in the future, then what? My philosophy is to get more Towing Vehicle than you currently need so that you will be able to pull a bigger trailer when/if you decide to. A 2011 van with as little miles as you have is NOT OLD, in my opinion. Why would you want to take a huge hit on depreciation for a less capable TV, especially with the highway grades you deal with in BC? All in all, it just doesn't add up. JMHO.
