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Do I have to pay import duty as well as the price of the vehicle?

I'm thinking about getting a Nissan Elgrand. Do I have to pay the duty on it as well as the price of the motor?

What six seat crew van would you recommend?

I have a budget of between £15000 to £17000 and don't know which LWB crew cab vehicle to buy. I would be using it primarily as a delivery van and then family vehicle. I like the look of the Vauxhall Vivaro...

Should I get a Ford Transit Custom or a Volkswagen T5 Transporter?

Given all the pros and cons and what you know about the Ford Transit Custom and Volkswagen T5 Transporter, if you were to buy a 2014 year combi van to run for the next four to five years, which one would...

What large, front-wheel drive van would you recommend?

Large vans all have their issues. What large, front-wheel drive van would you recommend? I already own a Ford Transit so something different please.

Should I take my van back to the dealer if it has some issues with the brakes and oil?

I've just bought a 2009 Citroen Dispatch 1.6 off a dealer after part exchanging my old van. After driving it for a few days, I've noticed some oil spots on the floor and sometimes what I believe to be...

I need a van with a long wheel base and high roof - what do you suggest?

I need to buy a new van for my business. It has to be long wheel base and high roof as we transport long fascia and soffit boards, as well as doors and windows. We would need to remove the bulk head and...

Should I keep or sell my high mileage 2007 Renault Kangoo Van?

I've got a petrol 2007 Renault Kangoo Van that's done 150,000 miles. A little battered, but in good working order. My dilemma is: selling it for what it is worth, or just wait until it eventually gives...

What do you think of the Elddis Autoquest 120?

What Volkswagen Crafter is the same size as a Ford Transit 350 L3 H3?

Where can I buy a camper van to live in?

I would like to buy a camper van to live in as a small house, located in london. Do you know of any websites, agencies, shops, etc from which I could get a quote and view the item to eventually buy it?...