Ain’t Gettin’ me on no plane – fool! Private Sale – Auction Bids – Expected £20K plus.
Colour -Black -Miles – 55,486 Miles -Engine size -5000cc – Automatic, 3 speed – Left Hand Drive
Highlights
Recent £15,000 bare metal restoration
Well-preserved ‘A Team’ replica
Low mileage of 55,486 miles
Complete with ‘A Team’ memorabilia
15-inch wheels with 4 BFGoodrich tyres
Tax and MOT exempt
The Appeal
Few vehicles shout 1980s pop culture quite like the GMC Vandura, and this 1981 ‘A Team’ replica taps straight into that nostalgia. Originally built as a tough, full-size American van, the Vandura became a household name thanks to its starring role in The A Team, where its bold stance, unmistakable colour scheme and V8 soundtrack turned it into an icon. With rear wheel drive, big presence and dependable V8 power, it was always a natural choice for television fame and remains a hugely recognisable classic today.
This example is one of the nicest we’ve seen in a long while. That is due to a recent £15,000 bare metal restoration. The vendor describes it as ‘museum quality’ and looking at the photos, we can see why. It is a low mileage van too, showing 55,486 miles, as seen in the accompanying photographs. First registered in January 1982, it has been in the current ownership since October 2016 and is supplied with a collection of invoices and paperwork for work carried out over the years. Being tax and MOT exempt adds to its appeal as a usable classic, while a full set of keys, including individual door keys and a key fob for the rear interior lighting, adds a welcome practical touch.
Finished in the classic grey over black paintwork with red pinstriping, the exterior presents particularly well, with only light signs of age, while the red 15-inch wheels with BFGoodrich tyres complete the instantly recognisable look. Inside, the grey, black and red leatherette interior offers belted seating for seven, a sunroof, single-DIN stereo and period details such as the wood and chrome steering wheel and original switchgear. The engine bay and underside appear tidy for their age, and the inclusion of ‘A Team’ themed memorabilia, including a members photo, signed plaque and California-style registration plate, adds to its charm as a fun, characterful collector piece with real presence. Few classics combine cultural impact and road-going presence quite like this Vandura, making it a compelling addition to any serious or fun-focused collection.
The History & Paperwork
First registered in January 1982
In existing ownership since October 2016
14 keepers from new
The photos indicate an odometer reading of 55,486 miles
V5C in the existing keeper’s name
Invoices and paperwork from work carried out
Tax and MOT exempt
Last valid, advisory-free MOT in August 2025
Comes with ignition key, individual passenger, side, and rear door keys, and a key fob for the back lights within the vehicle
The Condition
Nostalgic ‘A Team’ Grey over Black paintwork with Red pinstripe accent presents particularly well with minimal signs of blemishes
Recent £15,000 bare metal restoration with few miles since
Chrome door handles present some usage-related wear
Light glasses, reflector plastics, Hella covers, and windows appear in good condition throughout
Red 15-inch wheels with 4 BFGoodrich tyres
The underside of the vehicle is tidy and, as expected
The engine bay is tidy
Exterior matching grey, black, and red leatherette and carpet interior
Floor carpets and door cards appear to be in good condition
Belted seating for 7 persons
All seats present well with some wear and discolouration consistent with age and usage
Sunroof
Original instrument cluster and switchgear
3-spoke wood and chrome steering wheel
Single-DIN stereo and CD player
Interior LED lighting in the rear
Memorabilia e.g handgun, ‘A Team’ members photo, signed plaque, and California A Team registration plate
Spare wheel can be found in the rear of the vehicle
The Mechanics
5,000cc (5.0L) OHV V8 petrol engine
THM350 3-speed automatic transmission
Circa 155-180 hp
1940kg gross weight
Rear-wheel drive
Left-hand driving position