dragonboatgirl
New Member
Hi, I've just joined the T6 Forum after reading many post over the past few weeks (there's so much useful information!).
I'm looking to purchase my first van (I currently have a tiny VW Polo so it's a bit of change but I'm 40 this year so it's time!) and would like to feedback on a van/type that I'm looking to get.
I'm useless with practical things like fixing things and installing things (rely on youtube and hubby isn't any better!) so need to be realistic, I'm not looking to convert a van, just fit some kind of box/fold down bed over the folding seats that my 8 yr old and I can sleep on during Camp Bestival and if we do a family holiday the hubby would probably rather sleep in a tent whilst I sleep in the van with the kids!
My requirements are isofix seats (for two kids under 9yrs old), mileage under 80k, Euro 6 as I live in Bath and there's low emission zone! Hubby would prefer a captain seat at the font but I can't find that within my budget. I will be spending all the money I have buying a basic van (if it breaks anytime soon then I'm screwed!) My budget is under £20k.
I've found a couple of vans but I'm thinking of buying a 2017 T6 Kombi Day Van SWB (T30 TDI P/V STARTLINE BMT) 2.0TDI 102PS-B - I know it's a lower power model but this also means cheaper vehicle! 6 seater with 3 fold down seats in the back.
The seller seems to buy vans, add insulation, campsite hook-up, rcd consumer unit, blackout curtains and flush led ceiling lights and then sell them on.
It has a full service history (which I've not seen yet but will hopefully when I look at the van at the weekend), 58k mileage and the MOT was done today with no advisories. I don't know if the van has had extras added, possible 'business pack'(?) as it has air con and rear parking sensors. Seller mentioned DAB/CD player, bluetooth and electric windows and mirrors.
From the gov website it looks like the brake disks, brake pads and pully squeaking problem were resolved/replaced in June 2024 and a new timing belt recently. There's no mention of any significant replacements or work done the the engine - should I be relieved or worried that there's no mention of things like clutch, flywheel etc? Are they likely to go soon with the age/mileage?
Does this sound like a good van/good deal? If so what should I keep an eye out for when I go to collect it next weekend (is there a checklist online I can use?!) The seller is asking for £19.5k but will accept ONO - what would be an acceptable offer?
If this doesn't sound like a good deal, what would you buy with my requirements (isofix, insulated,Euro6,under 80k mileage, within a few hours drive of Bath) for under £20k?
Thanks for any advice/feedback.
ps. I have just test driven a 2020 LWB which was lovely, but a £4k over my budget and I don't think I can offer £4k less to the seller without taking the mic, it would also be a bit difficult for me to park.
pps. Van insurance - what do I need to list as a modification (all of this: insulation, campsite hook-up, rcd consumer unit, blackout curtains, flush led ceiling lights or just the electrical items?)
I'm looking to purchase my first van (I currently have a tiny VW Polo so it's a bit of change but I'm 40 this year so it's time!) and would like to feedback on a van/type that I'm looking to get.
I'm useless with practical things like fixing things and installing things (rely on youtube and hubby isn't any better!) so need to be realistic, I'm not looking to convert a van, just fit some kind of box/fold down bed over the folding seats that my 8 yr old and I can sleep on during Camp Bestival and if we do a family holiday the hubby would probably rather sleep in a tent whilst I sleep in the van with the kids!
My requirements are isofix seats (for two kids under 9yrs old), mileage under 80k, Euro 6 as I live in Bath and there's low emission zone! Hubby would prefer a captain seat at the font but I can't find that within my budget. I will be spending all the money I have buying a basic van (if it breaks anytime soon then I'm screwed!) My budget is under £20k.
I've found a couple of vans but I'm thinking of buying a 2017 T6 Kombi Day Van SWB (T30 TDI P/V STARTLINE BMT) 2.0TDI 102PS-B - I know it's a lower power model but this also means cheaper vehicle! 6 seater with 3 fold down seats in the back.
The seller seems to buy vans, add insulation, campsite hook-up, rcd consumer unit, blackout curtains and flush led ceiling lights and then sell them on.
It has a full service history (which I've not seen yet but will hopefully when I look at the van at the weekend), 58k mileage and the MOT was done today with no advisories. I don't know if the van has had extras added, possible 'business pack'(?) as it has air con and rear parking sensors. Seller mentioned DAB/CD player, bluetooth and electric windows and mirrors.
From the gov website it looks like the brake disks, brake pads and pully squeaking problem were resolved/replaced in June 2024 and a new timing belt recently. There's no mention of any significant replacements or work done the the engine - should I be relieved or worried that there's no mention of things like clutch, flywheel etc? Are they likely to go soon with the age/mileage?
Does this sound like a good van/good deal? If so what should I keep an eye out for when I go to collect it next weekend (is there a checklist online I can use?!) The seller is asking for £19.5k but will accept ONO - what would be an acceptable offer?
If this doesn't sound like a good deal, what would you buy with my requirements (isofix, insulated,Euro6,under 80k mileage, within a few hours drive of Bath) for under £20k?
Thanks for any advice/feedback.
ps. I have just test driven a 2020 LWB which was lovely, but a £4k over my budget and I don't think I can offer £4k less to the seller without taking the mic, it would also be a bit difficult for me to park.
pps. Van insurance - what do I need to list as a modification (all of this: insulation, campsite hook-up, rcd consumer unit, blackout curtains, flush led ceiling lights or just the electrical items?)
