[Klean07]

I'm thinking about getting one of these but looking at engine sizes the most popular seems to be the 1.6 and 2 litre model. I'll be putting a 500 litre tank in so would the 1.6 do or would I need to go for the 2 litre?

[brianbarber]

1.6 will do it ok
2.0 I believe better on fuell, plus it's 6 speed.


Mr B

[Chris - CBWC]

Brand new or second hand?  I need a similar sized van (also like Vivaro, Trafic, Primastar) as it needs to have twin passenger seats but most vans for sale in my budget are high mileage and have probably been misused to within an inch of its life.  You could probably get a really good deal at this time of year, but the market is such a lottery

[wayne m]

Go for the 2.0 as the 1.6 have turbo issues I've heard

[Klean07]

I've looked on Auto trader where I can get a low mileage (below 100,00) 4 year old for approx. £5,000!

[Chris - CBWC]

Below 100,000 miles qualifies as low mileage for a diesel?  Coz that's about the time you start having major problems that need a lot of money to fix or replace.  I've just been badly burned with a van I've just bought - I'm making the switch from trad to WFP, bought my first van (45000 miles, confirmed by the DVLA before you ask) and it has spent more time being inspected and fixed with major problems than I've had it on my drive preparing it and waterproofing it for the tank.  I'm asking for my money back as it's not fit for purpose and have been refused!  That's the short version and it looks like it'll go to court at some point but right now, I need to get a(nother) van but shied away from anything above 80,000 miles because that's when things are more likely to go wrong.  And yes, I am aware of the irony!

Klean that's roughly my budget, maybe a bit more, maybe a bit less, have to see what's down my way (Surrey), or I have family in Banbury as an alternative, but once bitten etc (I hate cliches but that seemed very apt!)

[wayne m]

Cbwc what van was it you've had problems with?

[Chris - CBWC]

05 Transit

[wayne m]

Can't decide myself between a transit or t5

[Simon Mess]

I'm thinking about getting one of these but looking at engine sizes the most popular seems to be the 1.6 and 2 litre model. I'll be putting a 500 litre tank in so would the 1.6 do or would I need to go for the 2 litre?

Cant help notice you are asking about the Dispatch/Expert, as opposed to the Dispatch/Expert/Scudo, is there some reason you are not mentioning the fiat?. All 3 are essentially the same vans, made in the same factory, using the same running gear.

Get the 2.0, you will appreciate the extra power and torque, even though you don't actually need it. The bonus is the 2.0 is also more economical, albeit, not by much. Also, if you can, go for one of the 1200kg payload versions which has heavier duty suspension. 

[PoleKing]

Can't decide myself between a transit or t5

T5 all day long if you can afford it.

[colin bird]

I've had two 2.o hdi experts one on an 08 plate and one on a 61 plate,not experienced any engine faults on either.
I had both vans from new both had problems with anti roll bar bushes,this was when both had only done few thousand miles,one bushes were replaced no other problems.
I find the expert to be a good van,three front seats,handy as I have two kids.
 I've been happy with both vans, they suit my requirements and do the job.

[Klean07]

I'm thinking about getting one of these but looking at engine sizes the most popular seems to be the 1.6 and 2 litre model. I'll be putting a 500 litre tank in so would the 1.6 do or would I need to go for the 2 litre?

Cant help notice you are asking about the Dispatch/Expert, as opposed to the Dispatch/Expert/Scudo, is there some reason you are not mentioning the fiat?. All 3 are essentially the same vans, made in the same factory, using the same running gear.

Get the 2.0, you will appreciate the extra power and torque, even though you don't actually need it. The bonus is the 2.0 is also more economical, albeit, not by much. Also, if you can, go for one of the 1200kg payload versions which has heavier duty suspension. 

I did mean to say the Scudo at the time but wasn't 100% sure of the name!

[ascjim]

2.0 HDI! its a great engine!

[windiewasher]

Im getting my new new dispatch today 10 plate 2.0 hdi lwd very excited.i will put pics on the next week or so.

[Rayleigh Window Cleaning Services]

Im getting my new new dispatch today 10 plate 2.0 hdi lwd very excited.i will put pics on the next week or so.

We have the LWB 2.0 HDI, great van and good payload.

Steve

[windiewasher]

Im getting my new new dispatch today 10 plate 2.0 hdi lwd very excited.i will put pics on the next week or so.

We have the LWB 2.0 HDI, great van and good payload.

Steve

nice one mate.yeah 1200kg is a very good payload.
ive got to wait till tomorrow for mine now.

[Klean07]

Im getting my new new dispatch today 10 plate 2.0 hdi lwd very excited.i will put pics on the next week or so.

Where are you buying yours from mate?

[brianbarber]

Toyota are now selling this van , think its called pro ace

You can buy brand new pug/citr 1.6 model for 9995 plus vat

Long tem prospect, this is the best choice, 3 yrs warranty, no MOT's to worry about.


Mr B

[david mark]

I have 2 x 1.6 dispatchs now 12 months old from new and 1-2.0 litre 6 year old fiat scudo full off nightmare problems . Try to locate 2 hose reels on each side door entrance go for 650 litre tank try to buy 1200 payload
buying used vans are a nightmare I love Iveco Daily great van 2.3 s.w.b had 3 in the past only had rear brake calipers siezed