[Shaun_Ashmore]

I went down that path a few years ago, but when I took into consideration how many miles I did and the overall condition of the van I think I was there ideal customer!

I just buy one every 3 years or so, your covered for most things for 1 year but tyres, breaks and clutches go when they want to so how much cover can you have?

Shaun

[John_Flynn]

Steve

I run a Vauxhall Arena/Renault Trafic, no problems whatsoever, apart from when that Pratt ran into me in late January ( now pleased to say insurance sorted and it was NOT my fault, now sueing for loss of earning and personal injuries) the repairers had problems getting the parts to repair, hence off road for 5 weeks!!

[Martin_Riley]

Iveco Daily 35S12. Big enough for the Truckmount, Porty, Dry Fusion, Hose Reel and all the other Gubbins we all seem to carry around. Fuel consumption same as Transit if not better and built on a proper truck chassis designed to go the distance. I intend keeping it for four years then chop in for a new van. I won't buy another one but will lease it as per Mike's idea. By the way, very reliable.
Martin

[Mark@Eco-Powerclean]

I'm looking at doing this Mike through these people no limit on mileage

http://www.xlcrvehiclemanagement.co.uk/

Steve

They seem like excellent deals, and with the style of that XLCR logo, I wouldn't be surprised to find out they were linked to Lex Vehicle Leasing.

Just one very important thing to mention though. If you're looking at the leasing option for the same reasons as Mike (i.e. no heavy repair bills) beware - if you look at the type of deal they are offering by clicking on "more info", the key words are NON MAINTENANCE. That means they won't cover the cost of routine servicing or the repair cost for anything that goes wrong and isn't covered by the manufacturers warranty.

As someone who used to look after a car fleet of over 100 vehicles on contract hire, it never ceased to amaze me how many things can go wrong with a vehicle over two or three years which could be classed as normal wear and tear or, if they can't get you on that one, driver negligence or damage.

If you really want peace of mind that you won't pick up any large unbudgeted repair or serviving bills, ask them to quote you for a fully maintained lease deal. Bet they won't be too happy to stick with the unlimited mileage bit on those terms.

[Mike Halliday]

these look like good deals, and a better selection.

http://www.vanleasing.com/largeoffers.htm#daily

Mike

[strakercleaning]

Planning a move from Combo to Scudo next year and shopping around for price differences. :
 Mike's link has Scudo at same price i am paying for Combo...
Cheers for the pointer Mike...........Do you or have you used these people and should i be looking out for loads of smallprint?

[adl]

We have changed our transit for a long wheel based sprinter, we are looking to buy another smaller van in the next few weeks not sure what we want yet but i need one with 3 seats in the front and side doors.

regards Dave ADL

[strakercleaning]

Same reason i am going for Scudo/Expert..........3 front seats

[Ken Wainwright]

Something to consider.

If you're a one man band, lease a vehicle and are then taken seriously ill, have an accident, loose your license etc.  you may still be obliged to pay your lease fees even though you aren't earning. If you buy a vehicle with a loan or HP, et least you have the option to sell to minimise your losses.

Many years ago, a friend had a little too much pop one night, blew in a bag and lost his license. His XJ6 was parked on the drive for a year and he still had to make the payments. Fortunately, he had employees who could cover his needs when he had to do work away from the shop so he wasn't too hurt financially, but he vowed never to lease again.

Safe and happy cleaning
Ken

[stu_thomson]

i run a new shape traffic had it 18 months and it is superb, and economical, wish id gone for the long wheel base version though as u always need more space! happy driving! stu

[Mike Halliday]

Chris I've never dealt with this company I just found them on the internet, the only thing I can see that i don't like about their offer is the low-priced lease deal is over 5yrs but the warrentee is only 3 years (so you still have 2 years without cover)

the contract hire looks a good option & cheap

ken you could have that attititude with most large purchaces, good income protection could help

Mike

[Fintan_Coll]

Funny one Ken, he vowed never to lease again, how much better for him to have vowed to never drink and drive again.