Which vehicle????

[Probbo]

Hi, Not technical related but something we all need to consider at some point! I currently drive a vito box van and have done for several years! What vehicles do you guys use for business as I'm considering moving away from the van to a big 4x4 (Nissan pathfinder or Isuzu probably) I'm after the 5+ seats you see and the vito only has 3. Do any of you guys use anything other than a van? After advice on the practicalities of going from a van to a big car??? Thanks in advance!

 

[telectrix]

buy shares in esso/shell/bp.

 

[jeremy]

I bought a new Ranger Limited in September. Had it fitted with a Pegasus Hardtop, and a sliding loadbed. Extras were Satnav, reversing camera ( a must have!), tow bar. I do 1000 miles/week, quite a bit of "rural" ( other side of a field!). It's so comfortable, I can leave home at 0500, drive 3 hrs to site work 10+ hours and drive home, no stiff hips, knees. I wanted 5 seats, as I didn't want a van + car, couldn't find a van comfortable enough that I thought would last 150,000 over 4 years. I also think it has more presence than the other 4wds! I'm trying to post a pic, but computer says no!!

 

[jeremy]

Computer apparently says yes!

 

[Probbo]

Thanks a lot Jeremy much appreciate your info! That's another good looking 4x4 so my questions are: what sort of mpg do u get? Also how do u find the space in the back? I have a vito at the moment so carry everything with me (always) so I'm sure I'll have to "tidy" up abit but do u still find their roomy enough for all of your gear? Did you used to have a van? If so how was the transition from van to car? Cheers pal appreciate your response!

 

[davesparks]

If you want a serious 4x4 then there's the great British landrover, nothing can compete.

 

[LankyWill]

only ever had a transporter van and loved it... Has to be white so you can drive it like its stolen on a friday down the M5.

 

[Kamikaze]

If you want a serious 4x4 then there's the great British landrover, nothing can compete.

Nah…a Landrover is a hair-dresser-mobile. You can’t beat a Toyota FJ cruiser.

 

[egg67]

Nah…a Landrover is a hair-dresser-mobile. You can’t beat a Toyota FJ cruiser.

Land Rover defender had one in the good old days definitely not a hairdressers mobile, got lots of kit in it and it was great fun at the weekends, shame I rolled it, loved it miss it will get anther one day when the wife lets me

 

[Kamikaze]

Land Rover defender had one in the good old days definitely not a hairdressers mobile, got lots of kit in it and it was great fun at the weekends, shame I rolled it, loved it miss it will get anther one day when the wife lets me

When I grow up, I would like a Bowler Wildcat. If Mrs K really loved me, she would buy me one for Christmas.

 

[Kamikaze]

I bought a new Ranger Limited in September. Had it fitted with a Pegasus Hardtop, and a sliding loadbed. Extras were Satnav, reversing camera ( a must have!), tow bar. I do 1000 miles/week, quite a bit of "rural" ( other side of a field!). It's so comfortable, I can leave home at 0500, drive 3 hrs to site work 10+ hours and drive home, no stiff hips, knees. I wanted 5 seats, as I didn't want a van + car, couldn't find a van comfortable enough that I thought would last 150,000 over 4 years. I also think it has more presence than the other 4wds! I'm trying to post a pic, but computer says no!!

I reckon the Bowler EXR-S would knock off 5 hours of your daily commute.:biggrin:

 

[egg67]

When I grow up, I would like a Bowler Wildcat. If Mrs K really loved me, she would buy me one for Christmas.

It's got to be the nemesis the wildcat is so yesterday but you might not make it to tesco for your shopping as you'll be two Busy having fun with the thing

 

[davesparks]

Land Rover defender had one in the good old days definitely not a hairdressers mobile, got lots of kit in it and it was great fun at the weekends, shame I rolled it, loved it miss it will get anther one day when the wife lets me

Last time I saw a defender rolled we just pushed it back onto its wheels and carried on!

 

[davesparks]

Nah…a Landrover is a hair-dresser-mobile. You can’t beat a Toyota FJ cruiser.

I think you're confusing the defender with the freelander!

 

[egg67]

Last time I saw a defender rolled we just pushed it back onto its wheels and carried on!

It rolled and rolled, about 4 times I think can not remember as was takin to hospital, but was let out the next day with a bit of concussion, just goes to show how good a landy is