Guest Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 I had an 02 Partner HDi for 18 Months\60k. Once I'd filled it with custom racking it was spot on, full of tools and numerous sets of ladders\bundles of **** on the top it was quick and had everything I wanted in it. After another one now, (or Dispatch\Expert), but the Berlingo is the cheaper of the 2. The Connects are a bit more price wise, mainly because you're paying for the name. I don't think they're that good.
Guest Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 I would find it impossible to work out of a Astravan, sorry guys. We carry so much kit that we need the space and have Renault Trafic and Renault Kangoo. You wouldn't even fit a large CCTV monitor in a Astravan and if you do it would leave little room for anything else. We have been doing quite a lot of work with Smoke Cloak and their guys drive Trafic's. Matt I recommend your guys need these as well. The only plus point is you may get a Astra Van in a multi-story, you won't get a Kangoo or a Trafic in most of them. Dave
buddyboy Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 the berlingo is the worst van ive ever driven, when you go up the slightest hill buses overtake you. Trade Intruder
sparky999 Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 Astra estate with all mod cons for me and no roof rack If I need aladder it`s a two handed job so get one of the lads with a van to bring it along. Peter Robinson Freelance M:07889038650
Guest Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 the berlingo is the worst van ive ever driven, when you go up the slightest hill buses overtake you. That's not the Berlingo at fault, it's the engine which is the same as in the Partner, Dispatch, Expert, 406 etc.... The HDi was quick, really quick.
sparky999 Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 That's not the Berlingo at fault, it's the engine which is the same as in the Partner, Dispatch, Expert, 406 etc.... The HDi was quick, really quick. More likely the driver`s fault Peter Robinson Freelance M:07889038650
Guest Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 That's not the Berlingo at fault, it's the engine which is the same as in the Partner, Dispatch, Expert, 406 etc.... The HDi was quick, really quick. That is true. I had a Royal Mail Peugoet Partner van when I first started my business, 1.9 it was gutless. The HDi however different story, very fast. Dave
buddyboy Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 to be fair i did have a loaner berlingo with the hdi engine and it was alot faster, still doesnt change the fact that you only have to brush against the side of it and its dented. what do you mean its down to the driver! my driving is marvellous Trade Intruder
whistle Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 Honda Accord 1.8 Sport here (All the toys as standard).. and i can drive 2 /3 hundred miles in a day and not have to put up with all the niose from the tools in the back. I Love it but thinking of trading it in for the 2.2 diesel.. I have no problems with room the boot is full all the time. We also have an Escort van for the big stuff.
Guest Posted January 26, 2007 Posted January 26, 2007 Honda Accord 1.8 Sport here (All the toys as standard).. and i can drive 2 /3 hundred miles in a day and not have to put up with all the niose from the tools in the back.I Love it but thinking of trading it in for the 2.2 diesel.. I have no problems with room the boot is full all the time. We also have an Escort van for the big stuff. On that note, how do you guys cope with claiming the VAT back on a car? We have got cars but have been advised against claiming the VAT back for the purchase as we use the vehicle for Private as well. We are currently employing a subby due to our staff problems and he has just claimed the VAT back from the purchase of his new Shogun Sport. What do you guys do? Dave
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