Actually, a Windstar/Aerostar/etc with the seats down/removed holds longer material with zero overhang, can hold more material than a pickup bed without the need to cover anything, and can be used to move an 8 man workcrew.

The ford model even has the same engine and transmission as their pickups (last I read).

People skip over the minivan because it's not "cool" or "too soccer mom" but JFC it's the best vehicle I've used.