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You don’t have to buy vans when you can lease them

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
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If you own a business that requires delivering goods to your customers, when it comes to buying new transport like vans, you may have to reach deep into your pockets and hope you find enough. Especially during the current recession, it is becoming more and more difficult to keep your business afloat.

So there you are thinking, I need new delivery vans to keep my business going, but I don’t have enough money for the ones I want, there must be a way. Well, there is a better option, a way to get brand new vans at a lower price. A van lease is a great way for you or your business to get the latest vehicles to deliver your goods all for a monthly fee.

All you have to do is sign a contract for the van and just pay the monthly fees, and once your contract is over, if you renew it, you can get another brand new van. You can even get some packes that have the vehicle maintenance already sorted, leaving you with one less thing to worry about.

You’re probably wondering where the catch is? But there isn’t one. Van leasing is simply the best way to get the latest vehicles, at reduced cost. Also, because they are the newest model vehicles, they won’t break down as much. Aswell as that, when you buy a new car or van, they can quickly loose all their value, making you loose out when you have to sell them on, but with leasing, you have no problem with that because one your contract is over, you just give the car back.

Overall, it has to be the best way to get brand new vans for your business, especially now that times are tight. So come on, there are some really good LDV van leasing and Citroen van leasing offers that await you.

 


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Van leasing: the basics explained

Sunday, March 21st, 2010
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Understanding the complexities of leasing agreements can be a taxing experience even for the most niblest of minds. Which options would be the best? Would you be wiser enter into a straight rental agreement?

Hire purchase

When you take out a hire purchase agreement, you will be paying a deposit equivalent to 3 months of the overall rental in advance plus VAT. The periods of payment can vary between 36 and 60 months at the limit. Your monthly payments will be exempt from VAT and your initial deposit charge can be reclaimed. Another favourable point is the offsetting of taxable profit – which is a huge bonus to any small business. At the end of the lease agreement, the van is legally yours and you are not required to make any more payments.

Finance Lease

When you take out a finance lease agreement, you will be paying a deposit of 1 to 3 months of the overall rental in advance plus VAT. Repayments are generally between 36 and 60 months, like the hire purchase agreement. if you are in a position to reclaim your VAT on the deposit, it will only be possible on a quarterly basis. One aspect that is appealing - if the van is sold or part-exchanged at the end of the agreement – 96% of the value is kept by the hirer.

Contract Hire

Many aspects of this type of arrangement are the same as the finance lease, with the added bonus of a maintenance package. There is also no hassle of having to sell the van at the end of the agreement. Sometimes it is known as an Operating Lease. Most of the criteria is the same as above including the cost of the deposit, and the recoverability of the VAT etc. However, you have more budgetary control with fixed costs providing you stay within agreed mileage.

Lease Purchase

Most of the details are the same as the finance lease agreement. Where van lease differs, is at the end - you sell the vehicle to a third party for a reasonable value and buy it back for £1. Forward an invoice to the finance company with a cheque for 5% of the sale. After writing down 100% of the cost of the deal, you are then able to keep the van.

LDV van leasing Is just one of serveral other options that are out there to be chosen.

 


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Key points to becomming a white van man

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
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What are the main criteria to being recognised as a ‘white van man’? Perhaps the obvious kick-off point is to own a white van, that said, you could still be excluded from the fraternity. What follows is a list of experiences that to me would guarantee acceptance for anyone into the ’special club’.

Complete disregard for other road users

Now, this is vitally important if you wish to become a member of this club. It can’t be a small bending of the rules here or there, or minor irregularities with the highway code. Total anarchy is necessary or nothing! For example, If you find yourself driving down a narrow road, you can’t elegantly drive past an oncoming vehicle. It is necessary to try to force the oncoming vehicle to stop and let you through, or totally run them off the road. if you can adhieve this without caring at all, then you are a larger step closer to your goal.

Dominate your steet with your vehicle

The councils in most towns and cities have awoken to the idea that there is lots of money to be made by parking enforcement. So space in the street outside your house is now at a premium, and even with a permit does not guarantee you a slot near to your house. So where does our ‘white van man’ slot into all of this? Our man must have more than one car, and park his white van in the street, probably taking up more space than four cars. If you are able to do this and not care what is thought of you, then you will be a prime candidate for the accolade!

If you wish to qualify as a ‘white van man’ check out commercial vehicle leasing has provided a simple way of getting hold of a van. LDV van leasing and Citroen van leasing are just some of the options out there to choose from.


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Drive a Citroen Berlingo Today

Saturday, October 31st, 2009
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Citroen Berlingo 1.6 16V (109 PS) Tonic Edition 0-100 km/h Sprint

The Citroen Berlingo is continuing to be a popular choice for fleet operators. The Berlingo has recently been awarded the Fleet Vans best in class trophy and the car maker, Citroen, reports that the Berlingo accounts for 49.7% of the carmakers sales and Citroen lease contracts.

The Citroen Berlingo has recently undergone extensive modification with many new features that will certainly ensure that this van continues to be a firm favourite with fleet managers and recreational van users alike.

There are two versions of the Berlingo available here in the UK. These models are the L1 and L2. The L1 version has been widened by 80mm and extended by 240mm. One of the main modifications is the more spacious load area and increased carrying capacity. Folding down the passenger seat extends the load area even further enabling the van to carry much longer items.

These latest modifications aren’t limited to the vans ability to carry large, heavy loads. The new look Berlingo boasts a new, stylish, aerodynamic shape that results in less lower noise levels when on the road. The headlights and rear lights have been moved to minimize the risk of minor damage and the windscreen has been enlarged to provide improved driver visibility. Internally there is even more storage space including a passenger side glove compartment and larger door pockets.

But its the Berlingo LX that presents one of the most outstanding new features for a van of this size. The new feature is called Extenso Seating and it provides a useful third seat in between the front two. This makes the Berlingo the only van in its class to boast this versatile three seat feature.

The standard Berlingo comes with features that are not standard with many vans in its class. These features include heated wing mirrors, electric windows and that essential driver tool, a radio and CD player.

With all of these fantastic features you might expect the Citroen Berlingo to be an expensive option. But you will find that, if you shop around, you can find this van at some very competitive rates. You can get a Citroen van lease deal from as little as £170 per month with various options including van lease purchase.


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The History of Citroen

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
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Citroen the famous car manufacturer was born in 1934. He attended the Polytechnical school in Paris where he excelled as a student. From there he started working for the car company “Mors”. By the age of 27 he had created his first company.

In 1913 he also founded another company to make the best use of his patent for the carburettors. In the beginning Citroen was influenced by the business methods of Henry Ford who utilised the assembly line as early as 1908 in the USA.

In 1915 at the start of war, Andre received a commission to make 7500 grenades. Citroen convinced the Ministry of Defence that he could in fact deliver larger quantities if produced industrially.

By 1919 the first “citroen car” was produced. It had a four cylinder engine and was capable of a speed of 65km/h. During the year they produced 2,500 cars. However the next year they were producing 20,200!

In 1921 the Citroen taxis started to appear onto the streets of Paris.

Eleven years on at the beginning of 1932 the C4 and C6 were built using the “floating power” engine. The engine was secured by mounts made of rubber in preference to being bolted to the chassis. This obviously stopped a lot of the vibrations making it a much more comfortable ride.

Around this time they started to produce toy cars for children, a somewhat unusual idea!

However things took a turn for the worse after the Wall Street crash in October 1929. In 1933 their factories were rebuilt which meant a great expense. In April of that year there was a strike at the factory. Cars ceased to sell well abroad due to the exchange rates and restrictions against foreign products. By the end of the year they had accrued a lot of debts.

By December 1934 the company went into bankruptcy. Andre Citroen passed away the next year.

It was from here that the Michelin Company became involved financial help and so the name continues today.

There are still countless “citroens” on our roads today and many of these are used for van leasing.  It is often more viable to lease vans and indeed in years to come Citroen van leasing companies would be spread worldwide.


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