In reply to Post #30
I should think so
I should think so
I bought a Fiat Doblo to carry my fishing gear after initially contemplating using one to transport a road racing motorcycle to meetings.
Cheap as chips to insure and run being an MPV, mpg is circa 45 plus ,top speed somewhat limited due to the brick like structure though. Visibility is much better than a van. 1.9 JTD turbo engines are good for 250K miles plus. Must admit the heater is pants though compared to 4x4s I ran previously. The rear access is a 2/3 split door as well as two large sliding rear doors
Cost was £550 five years ago and I've spent nowt on it except for four tyres, a £30 silencer and oil /filters in 50,000 miles.
First job was unbolt and dump the rear seats.
It can easily carry a Preston 4 wheel shuttle fully loaded with box and rods with handles affixed plus another full sized box and tackle alongside. Basically two match anglers full set ups...and you know how much they carry.
The carp barrow also fits easily ,fully loaded with handles fitted.
The back bumper is just a good size and height that either barrow is easily pivoted on it's rear wheels ,pushed forward so the front wheels sit on top of the bumper, then lifted and pushed straight in. 6ft rod bags fit diagonally if a passenger is carried.
The defunct rear seat locking points make excellent tie down points.
Every thing in the back gets covered with an old NHS bedspread bought for £1 from a charity shop to shield from nosey barstools. It doubles up to put under muddy gear when homeward bound.
I'll be devastated once the supply of old Doblos run out...I really should buy a couple now just to put in the garage.
Cheap as chips to insure and run being an MPV, mpg is circa 45 plus ,top speed somewhat limited due to the brick like structure though. Visibility is much better than a van. 1.9 JTD turbo engines are good for 250K miles plus. Must admit the heater is pants though compared to 4x4s I ran previously. The rear access is a 2/3 split door as well as two large sliding rear doors
Cost was £550 five years ago and I've spent nowt on it except for four tyres, a £30 silencer and oil /filters in 50,000 miles.
First job was unbolt and dump the rear seats.
It can easily carry a Preston 4 wheel shuttle fully loaded with box and rods with handles affixed plus another full sized box and tackle alongside. Basically two match anglers full set ups...and you know how much they carry.
The carp barrow also fits easily ,fully loaded with handles fitted.
The back bumper is just a good size and height that either barrow is easily pivoted on it's rear wheels ,pushed forward so the front wheels sit on top of the bumper, then lifted and pushed straight in. 6ft rod bags fit diagonally if a passenger is carried.
The defunct rear seat locking points make excellent tie down points.
Every thing in the back gets covered with an old NHS bedspread bought for £1 from a charity shop to shield from nosey barstools. It doubles up to put under muddy gear when homeward bound.
I'll be devastated once the supply of old Doblos run out...I really should buy a couple now just to put in the garage.
I have a wheelchair conversion Peugeot expert. the slope of the ramp is lowered into the floor. but the actual van is not lowered.
In reply to Post #33
. . .that's what I thought! Certainly higher clearance than my beamer at any rate . . .def considering a wheelchair car/van for the new year / spring . . .
. . .that's what I thought! Certainly higher clearance than my beamer at any rate . . .def considering a wheelchair car/van for the new year / spring . . .
In reply to Post #33
Oh ok, so it varies. Many thanks. Matter of finding the right one.
Oh ok, so it varies. Many thanks. Matter of finding the right one.
In reply to Post #34
as Martin said On newer models you can get additional springs so sounds like even if you did buy one thats a bit low you could sort it sounds good
as Martin said On newer models you can get additional springs so sounds like even if you did buy one thats a bit low you could sort it sounds good
In reply to Post #18
Hi, Im looking at buying a 2001 renault kangoo 5 door car proffesionaly converted for a wheelchair with ramp, 70.000miles manual 1.9 diesel. £1995, is it too much?, also the small lake I baliff has a very bumpy, deep potholed track leading to it, would it be to low?
Hi, Im looking at buying a 2001 renault kangoo 5 door car proffesionaly converted for a wheelchair with ramp, 70.000miles manual 1.9 diesel. £1995, is it too much?, also the small lake I baliff has a very bumpy, deep potholed track leading to it, would it be to low?
In reply to Post #37
"Is it too much ?"
Whilst the engine has 70K on it...which is next to nothing for that era 1.9 Di the car is still 20 years old.
Every rubber bush/joint, brake component, clutch, electrical circuit, etc are well past their designed lifespan.
Repairing old cars in garages is far more expensive than newer variants on labour costs alone...not a problem if you can do your own repairs/maintenance.
Next...how many wheelchair users would even consider buying a 20yr old car ?
Then there is the conversion...it's a liability not an asset...
I very much doubt it would be anything remotely like cost effective to transfer it to another more modern vehicle.
Removing it leaves the original vehicle requiring more expenditure on replacement parts.
Depending if the original floor has the ramp mechanism fitted above or below it will determine ground clearance...which is not good to start with.
This is why old converted vehicles are nearly worthless IMO.
Who else but someone that requires a ramp for a barrow or a competition motorcycle and has his own tools and knows how to use them is going to buy them ?
How long has it been for sale ?
"Is it too much ?"
Whilst the engine has 70K on it...which is next to nothing for that era 1.9 Di the car is still 20 years old.
Every rubber bush/joint, brake component, clutch, electrical circuit, etc are well past their designed lifespan.
Repairing old cars in garages is far more expensive than newer variants on labour costs alone...not a problem if you can do your own repairs/maintenance.
Next...how many wheelchair users would even consider buying a 20yr old car ?
Then there is the conversion...it's a liability not an asset...
I very much doubt it would be anything remotely like cost effective to transfer it to another more modern vehicle.
Removing it leaves the original vehicle requiring more expenditure on replacement parts.
Depending if the original floor has the ramp mechanism fitted above or below it will determine ground clearance...which is not good to start with.
This is why old converted vehicles are nearly worthless IMO.
Who else but someone that requires a ramp for a barrow or a competition motorcycle and has his own tools and knows how to use them is going to buy them ?
How long has it been for sale ?
In reply to Post #37
That's is a lot of money for what it is but motors like that go on for ever. If it does break you'll need a tool box not a laptop. Parts are very cheap compared to today's cars with a sensor for everything and finding intermittent faults can be a bitch
That's is a lot of money for what it is but motors like that go on for ever. If it does break you'll need a tool box not a laptop. Parts are very cheap compared to today's cars with a sensor for everything and finding intermittent faults can be a bitch
Really appreciate your time and very efficient replies, think Ill save a bit more for a newer model, or even a Berlingo thanks guys, all the best, keep safe, Trev.
I opened this thread up. Ended up getting an 04 Berlingo with a years MOT, new clutch, cam belt, FSH, 4 new tyres, exhaust, pads and shoes, paid £1400. Prices seem to be a little high for vans at the moment but I would recommend the Berlingo, not fast but seems good.
In reply to Post #41
Just seen this old thread about the Berlingo . Just out of curiosity is there a Berlingo model around 2015 / 18 that will take 12'6 rods without having to put them In diagonally, thanks ?
Just seen this old thread about the Berlingo . Just out of curiosity is there a Berlingo model around 2015 / 18 that will take 12'6 rods without having to put them In diagonally, thanks ?
In reply to Post #42
I have a 16 plate Berlingo ,i use the internal roof bars that i bought off market place .
My rods sit above my head and into the internal storage bit above window screen.
I get 6 rods ,2 landing nets ,weigh tripod all above driver and passengers heads with space still to spare ,
and yes 12 6" fit .
I have a 16 plate Berlingo ,i use the internal roof bars that i bought off market place .
My rods sit above my head and into the internal storage bit above window screen.
I get 6 rods ,2 landing nets ,weigh tripod all above driver and passengers heads with space still to spare ,
and yes 12 6" fit .
In reply to Post #43
Thanks for the reply. I don't suppose you can get a 3 rod holdall in like this , thanks?
Thanks for the reply. I don't suppose you can get a 3 rod holdall in like this , thanks?
In reply to Post #44
i don't think a holdall will fit ,my rods just have sleeves .
i don't think a holdall will fit ,my rods just have sleeves .