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4th October 2017, 03:04 AM #91
now we finally get to the real driver of the potential purchaseGiven that the van will be used for a mix of many short trips (running around in the local area 5 or 6 days per week) with only the the occasional long journey to visit Chris's shed, I suggest that, although not as fuel efficient, a petrol engine might be a better option than a diesel.
regards from Alberta, Canada
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4th October 2017, 07:27 AM #92
Chris
I do tend to forget that some parts are dens of thieves. However this I think should be taken into perspective. Will the trailer be left loaded up? If you think that theft is an issue there are definitely anti theft devices at least to prevent a casual theft. I would suggest your kart thefts were deliberately targeted. Are you going to be carrying valuable goods worth nicking?
The issue that I was leading up to with vans vs passenger vehicles is that passenger vehicles today are designed with safety high up on the agenda. Air bags and crush zones are mandatory. Not so with vans and some of the people movers.
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4th October 2017, 08:34 AM #93
I've already given you my thoughts on the subject but what Bushie mentioned bears more investigation. I think vans are classified as commercial vehicles so aren't subjected to such stringent safety requirements. Yes they are people movers but for tax and import reductions they are brought in as commercial and modified to meet people carrying requirements. Thats how I believe it used to be. It may have changed. I don't think you will find a van with a 5 star Ancap rating.
I've driven vans and utes for work for over 20 years. A lot of different sizes and makes, and I would buy a dual cab 4WD ute with a canopy. Roof racks and a trailer (I already have one) will take care of bigger items. Thats what suits me though. I have a sedan for work atm and I really miss my ute.Those were the droids I was looking for.
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4th October 2017, 09:27 AM #94.
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Before making comments about safety ratings of vans folks should really take a look at the ANCAP safety ratings.
Of the latest models tested, most are 4 and some are 5 star rated, only the Chinese LDV and Suzuki vans are less than 4 rated.
Van models don't change as quickly so latest models tested go back as far as 2011.
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4th October 2017, 12:35 PM #95
Love my VW transporter. It os a dual cab tray back. Id go a tray over van.
You can close it in (make your own canopy) and have access from all sides. Much bstter than a van that has 2 or 3 limited points of access in the rear.
Still can go camping and you can remove it if you want to carry so ething bigger.
Only down on VW is expensive to service. I get similar milage empty or with a ton and pulking 3 ton behind.
It is diesel
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4th October 2017, 05:53 PM #96
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4th October 2017, 06:51 PM #97
Seen both Dave's and Matt's vehicles. Both excellent. I would be happy to own either.
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4th October 2017, 07:08 PM #98
Ye but my cup holders are better.
Being French ,we have a dedicated bag holder.
So when the call comes in for a bottle of red and baguette on the way home ,you can hang the bag on the little hook.
So ,it doesn't roll around on the floor.
Sophisticated or what.!!!
Cheers Matt
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4th October 2017, 07:51 PM #99
You mean you're gonna get a real trade vehicle [emoji38]
When I trade mine on an Iveco I'll give you firsr offer on the VW.
Brett, advantage with the likes of mine is it is a 6 seater and still has a 2.4 m long tray. I think the width mughr be 1.9?.
It runs at about 10.5 L to the 100km. If you drive hard it might be 12L to the 100km.
I've had two vans, 3 utes, a truck and numerous other cars plus the VW. My favourite configuration is the VW. A van still dual cab with a tray. Not necessarily a VW but I would want something similar again if I was changing.
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4th October 2017, 08:23 PM #100
No bag holder tho.
But I think we should stop trying to drag this of course.
I imagine Brett has been overwhelmed with responses and suggestions.
One last suggestion tho,
I saw Tuk tuks in India carting the most incredible loads.
They run on anything resembling two stroke.
And on any corner you can find a repair shop of sorts.
Cheers Matt
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4th October 2017, 10:11 PM #101
I don't think that last one would get up Brett's hill: Even unladen.
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22nd November 2018, 12:11 PM #102
Finally got the job done.....
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Holden Rodeo 2000 model in superb condition for its age. Specced up sound system, bluetooth, roof racks that I can put 200kgs or more on (the rear ones are supported right down to the chassis on 40mm square tubes). Previous owner spent a small fortune on it to bring it up to speed for a florist business and then the business got sold.
At $6000 it's a little more than the market but hopefully well worth it. The only real thing missing is Cruise Control. I saw two others of similar age for $3500. One was a pile of crap and by far the filthiest car I've ever seen (ex work vehicle that multiple people per day drove the buggery out of) and another one that was "liveable", but the one I bought kills it. It presents like it has always been garaged.
The two front roof racks are the lighter duty Thule (typical types) which won't take as much weight, but from front rack to rear rack is 2.4 metres so a 4m stick of timber will be no worries. There is a nudge bar on the front so I could investigate putting a removable support on that which would allow for 4.4m of support
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22nd November 2018, 01:44 PM #103
There good Utes Brett
I use to have one well done Petrol or Diesel
Cheers Matt
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22nd November 2018, 03:25 PM #104
Petrol 3.2 litre. I'm expecting it to be reasonably thirsty.
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