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erithwc

any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« on: August 30, 2010, 03:49:45 pm »
hi

just wanted to know does anyone ues a vauxhall zafira for work if so are they any good?
i am thinking about getting one as my little fiesta will be to small for the purfreedom trolley i want to get.

thanks erithwc

Blue Frog Systems

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2010, 04:03:56 pm »
Not used a Zafira... But did us a VW Sharan for about 6 months (wfp - backpack & 25L containers)

My neighbour had a zafira and I remember the boot being a little on the small side.

Depends on how many containers you carry I suppose.

In the Sharan I removed the 6th & 7th seat. I had 8 x 25L containers and my packback in their with space for another 4 containers if I wanted. I bought a £10 kids paddling pool from argos and put that in the back .

Best thing I can say is go and measure a zafira boot, mark out the space at home and put your kit into that space.
Only those who risk going too far will truly know how far they can actually go

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2010, 05:49:57 pm »
Ive got a galaxy at mo...same as sharan. Cant fault it really, plenty of room!

Think zafira is a little smaller, but still workale i imagine. What would you need to carry?

It all depends if you know of a decent one or something doesnt it etc.

erithwc

Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2010, 05:51:59 pm »
just looking to get a 09 or 10 plate one and i will carry purefreedom 25ltr trolley and 4-5 containers

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2010, 05:54:08 pm »
Plenty of room i imagine...just gotta be careful with the water...cause no matter how careful you are...you will spill some and wreck the carpets as ive done. The pool is a good idea

Blue Frog Systems

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2010, 06:07:07 pm »
Personally if you carry 4/5 I'd look at getting something that can carry 8/10... That way if you needed to carry more then you don't have to look at changing vehicles
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Frankybadboy

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #6 on: August 30, 2010, 06:36:29 pm »
go one,but waiting for my new one to turn up,


dont dare use it for work,its the wife car :'( :'( ;D ;D ;D

Central Window Cleaners

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #7 on: August 30, 2010, 07:39:49 pm »
Again, I have used a VW Sharan for 2 years and to be honest I still wish I had it rather than my caddy van for the space, although the caddy looks a bit more professional.

You can get a plastic tray that fits in the boot for the Sharan to catch all the water.

roundbuilder

Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #8 on: August 30, 2010, 07:44:49 pm »
erithwc.. im belvedere. prob have seen you around out and about working. a friend of mine from erith uses a vw sharon and hes wfp. can carry 200 litres a day no probs.

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #9 on: August 30, 2010, 07:50:04 pm »


Heres the galaxy.

windiewasher

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2010, 08:01:00 pm »
does it handle well like that?


Heres the galaxy.
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LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #11 on: August 30, 2010, 08:54:40 pm »
No problem, not much diff between having 7 passengers.

windiewasher

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #12 on: August 31, 2010, 07:17:41 am »
How many seats you got in with tank in? Can you use back seats Still
No problem, not much diff between having 7 passengers.
Takings off all first cleans till march 7th 2014
October  total=  cleaned  extra per month
November = cleaned extra per month
Total £  so far.

elite mike

Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #13 on: August 31, 2010, 05:39:10 pm »
just looking to get a 09 or 10 plate one and i will carry purefreedom 25ltr trolley and 4-5 containers

yep i got one back in july ,does all i want it to

its just got 9000 on the clock on a 09 plate

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #14 on: August 31, 2010, 11:35:58 pm »
How many seats you got in with tank in? Can you use back seats Still
No problem, not much diff between having 7 passengers.

Unfortuanlty not, the tank is too long, i had a toyota previa before this and the back seats slid forward so you could get tank in, it was just heavy on juice. 2.3 auto deisel mind...tenner used to get me about 30 - 40 miles GULP!

Im sure you could get a decent sized tank in mine though with the rear seats in. Ill measure for you next time everythings out. Are you thinking of getting one?

windiewasher

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #15 on: September 01, 2010, 06:13:52 am »
Yes m8 thinking of getting one.I have a 250 ltr upright.would that fit on do you think?
How many seats you got in with tank in? Can you use back seats Still
No problem, not much diff between having 7 passengers.

Unfortuanlty not, the tank is too long, i had a toyota previa before this and the back seats slid forward so you could get tank in, it was just heavy on juice. 2.3 auto deisel mind...tenner used to get me about 30 - 40 miles GULP!

Im sure you could get a decent sized tank in mine though with the rear seats in. Ill measure for you next time everythings out. Are you thinking of getting one?
Takings off all first cleans till march 7th 2014
October  total=  cleaned  extra per month
November = cleaned extra per month
Total £  so far.

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #16 on: September 01, 2010, 07:05:08 am »
Ill have a measure for you chap.  ;)

windiewasher

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #17 on: September 01, 2010, 07:22:08 am »
Cheers pal
What mpg can you get?also is it easy to insure.
Cheers
Ill have a measure for you chap.  ;)
Takings off all first cleans till march 7th 2014
October  total=  cleaned  extra per month
November = cleaned extra per month
Total £  so far.

LWC

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #18 on: September 01, 2010, 07:25:43 am »
Well its a 2.3 16v petrol lol, goes well  ;D But i get just over 30mpg loaded up which im surprised and impressed with! But id defo be looking for a diesel one if i was you. Im 25 its fully comp for £400, although i do have 7 years no claims since starting driving.

Blue Frog Systems

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Re: any one use a vauxhall zafira for work?
« Reply #19 on: September 01, 2010, 07:41:13 am »
The Sharan I had was a joy to drive. So much space and very comfortable.

I dropped off & picked up 6 people plus camping gear for a festival up north last year. Even fully loaded it still pulled well !
Only those who risk going too far will truly know how far they can actually go