Using a van contract hire agreement is a great way for a company to obtain new vehicles or replace old models i the cheapest way possible. Maybe the annual budget is not great enough to aquire new stock or there maybe a need to preserve some cash flow – a van contract hire agreement allows companies to get new vans at a fraction of normal purchase cost. The van finance agreements are there to reflect the estimated mileage that the van may do. This measure is to ensure that the new van or car is used in the most profitable manner. In other words, it is a method of safeguarding the owner against pay charges that are never likely to be used.
A typical van lease hire agreement covers an extended period usually 2 to 5 years. The van finance monthly cost is an estimation of the probable mileage that you feel you will do during the period of the lease. The is designed to allow flexibility for the customer who can estimate the approximate mileage that is likely to occur during the course of a full year. It is possible for the customer to get further additional benefits during the life of the agreement. Many extras are there for the taking including free road fund license for a year, servicing and maintenance deal as well. If servicing and maintenance is not included in the contract your supplier may provide it for you at a more favourable discounted rate than for normal customers.
If you are anything like me, the choice that is on offer is unbelievable and some of best deal can be found on models such as the Mercedes Sprinter and the ubiquitous Ford Transit van. Possibly you are after a smaller van for shorter run-arounds if so then find out more information about small van leasing options.
If you have a need to transport more than eight passengers, I would suggest the lease of a purpose built passenger van. It may be wise to be prepared to search for this as not all cheap van leasing companies are suitable.
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Before you approach any used van dealer, or a private seller, you should establish in your own mind an upper limit as to how much you are willing to pay. Stand your ground and don’t let anyone persuade you to may more than you can afford.
- Type and specification – Shop around online, at directories and you will see a much wider scope when searching for used vans. continue reading »
What are the top 5 most famous vans in the world models that, in most cases, cannot be traded in for newer versions?
Denise Van Outen
Now here is a model that you probably wouldnt want to trade for newer version, at least not for a while yet! This model, the Van Outen, is known for the soft smooth curves and amble headlamps and certainly there are no over tight nuts on view. continue reading »
Below is a list of points to consider before entering into a van lease deal. It may also be wise to seek the council of your accountant.
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Some businesses prefer to utilitise van leasing as a means of deferring long-term ownership of particular vans. If you are choosing this option, it is important that a business has researched this option for the pluses and minuses of the deal in the long and short term, particularly where there is a doubt about the reliability of the lease company.
Deferring the buying of a van outright through cheap van leasing makes sense for a business if long-term ownership of the van is beneficial, and where short-term cash-flow is restricted. continue reading »
Vans are, without doubt, one of the most practical and versatile forms of road transport available. They are used extensively by businesses for commercial purpose but, increasingly, private individuals are opting for a versatile and practical van in preference to a car.
Attractive contract hire vans that make paying for your van cheaper than an equivalent saloon are one of the reasons for this increased popularity. continue reading »
If you own a business that requires delivering goods to your customers, when it comes to buying new delivery vans, you may have to hope that you have enough. Especially during the current global recession, it is getting harder to keep your business going.
So there you are thinking, I need new delivery vans to keep my business going, but I don’t have enough for the ones I want, there must be a way. continue reading »
What do you reckon would be the top 3 most famous vans in the world – vans that you probably wouldn’t want to trade for a newer alternative? I normally write about how to lease vans for your business and how to get good finance deals. But on this occasion, I wanted to focus on a light hearted personal take on my top five ‘alternative’ vans. continue reading »
Once referred to as ‘menaces of the road’, van drivers are actually more respectful and polite according to a new report.
‘White Van Man’ became a term for rude and reckless drivers of white transit vans after it was apparently coined by a radio presenter in 1997.
But a report prepared by the Socal Issues Research Centre from Oxford, makes an attempt at exploding the myth. continue reading »