In which we surf

With a budget of £5,000, I'm looking for a diesel ex-AA or BT or council van for my surfing holidays. The van will be converted to house surfboards and possibly a bed. I am based in Manchester and would like to know whether there are specific auctions or dealer that I should go to?

Asked on 18 July 2009 by

Answered by Honest John

BCA has an LCV auction at Blackbushe every Thursday. Lots pick-ups, etc. BCA even uses ex AA Vauxhall Bravos as yard trucks. www.british-car-auctions.co.uk Note that LCVs are always sold plus VAT, so you have to add 15% VAT to the bidding price as well as buyers commission.

Tags: buying auctions pick-ups used cars

Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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