Morning all,
If I go down the route of self employment once I've been given my redundancy date I'm gonna need a van. I don't have a huge amount of money to spend (up to £1,000 perhaps but the cheaper the better) so can't afford to be too fussy but I was wondering if anyone here has any tips and experiences they'd like to share, both good and bad.
I need something with three seats up front (I think most have this anyway) and with a cargo area big enough to fit 8 x 4 plasterboards into.
I know Transits are prone to rotting at a phenomenal rate but there are millions around and parts should therefore be cheap.
I've spotted a few LDV's at pretty cheap prices too. I know these are based on 1960's / 1970's vehicles and aren't exactly cutting edge technology but I don't need swanky features and comfort. I need robust and reliable. They don't seem to rust at anywhere near the rate of a transit either.
Is the LDV 200 / Pilot big enough for my needs or would I be better with the 400 / Convoy? Or should I avoid LDV's altogether?
What about the Citroen Relay / Fiat Ducato / Peugeot Boxer? I don't think these really fit into my price bracket but would I be better with one of these if I can stretch the finances a little?
Any other suggestions? Any tips. What should I look out for?
One other thing, I know I need to add VAT if this has been claimed back by previous owner.
Thanks in advance.
Fred.
If I go down the route of self employment once I've been given my redundancy date I'm gonna need a van. I don't have a huge amount of money to spend (up to £1,000 perhaps but the cheaper the better) so can't afford to be too fussy but I was wondering if anyone here has any tips and experiences they'd like to share, both good and bad.
I need something with three seats up front (I think most have this anyway) and with a cargo area big enough to fit 8 x 4 plasterboards into.
I know Transits are prone to rotting at a phenomenal rate but there are millions around and parts should therefore be cheap.
I've spotted a few LDV's at pretty cheap prices too. I know these are based on 1960's / 1970's vehicles and aren't exactly cutting edge technology but I don't need swanky features and comfort. I need robust and reliable. They don't seem to rust at anywhere near the rate of a transit either.
Is the LDV 200 / Pilot big enough for my needs or would I be better with the 400 / Convoy? Or should I avoid LDV's altogether?
What about the Citroen Relay / Fiat Ducato / Peugeot Boxer? I don't think these really fit into my price bracket but would I be better with one of these if I can stretch the finances a little?
Any other suggestions? Any tips. What should I look out for?
One other thing, I know I need to add VAT if this has been claimed back by previous owner.
Thanks in advance.
Fred.