scooterboy Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 Have any of you gentlemen ever had any dealings (good or bad) with these vans, only Im looking at upgrading soon from the 01 VW Caddy. The Caddy has been a superb van, but could do with the extra space in the back and the 3 seats in the front for the school run Thanks in advance Scooterboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12borejimbo Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 I used to have a t4 lwb transporter van from new, and my dad has had 2 of the t5 transporters, both 130 bhp, very nice inside, not cheap at 20k for a van, but very nice, we mostly have VW in our house, we have 1 van, a golf and a polo, soon to be a toureg soon too! Buy one, they hold the money well, well built, nice inside, very comfy cab! My old man travels most of the uk with his work and it has NEVER let him down! German engineering! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 My transporters nearly 50. Awesome bit of kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaxiDriver Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 (edited) Dont do it !!! I have a 2007 T5 130bhp (thats broken horse power) It has had go wrong.......oil cooler, front drive shaft, inner & outer and gearbox output, turbo oil seals, catalytic convertor, 2x Major electrical melt downs, Dual mass flywheels X2, clutch X2, it eats front brake discs and pads, the interior panel clips break regularly, the sliding window mechanisms break (apparently it's because people use them) ohh I forgot, Power steering pump and rack. Edit : Forgot the gear stick & linkage failed, Handbrake jumped whilst driving on second day I had it and broke VW Warranty is strictly 100k, vehicle lasted to 97k before going wrong big style. Would I buy another one ? NO Would I recommend anybody else buy one ? Not unless I really didn't like them Edited September 6, 2011 by TaxiDriver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12borejimbo Posted September 6, 2011 Report Share Posted September 6, 2011 Dont do it !!! I have a 2007 T5 130bhp (thats broken horse power) It has had go wrong.......oil cooler, front drive shaft, inner & outer and gearbox output, turbo oil seals, catalytic convertor, 2x Major electrical melt downs, Dual mass flywheels X2, clutch X2, it eats front brake discs and pads, the interior panel clips break regularly, the sliding window mechanisms break (apparently it's because people use them) ohh I forgot, Power steering pump and rack. Edit : Forgot the gear stick & linkage failed, Handbrake jumped whilst driving on second day I had it and broke VW Warranty is strictly 100k, vehicle lasted to 97k before going wrong big style. Would I buy another one ? NO Would I recommend anybody else buy one ? Not unless I really didn't like them Jesus, that is quite major! They are good quality, but that sounds terrible! I take it by your name you use it for work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex C Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I had a T4 race van, lowered with 18 inch RS 6 alloys and viper stripes, had seats and a bed in the back as well. Looked the mutts. It went the distance when my bikes went. Have a read of the t4forum.com, wealth of knowledge on there on both t4's and t5's. Take 10 mins to check out what some of these guys do to their vans aswell, you will be amazed. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88b Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Dont do it !!! I have a 2007 T5 130bhp (thats broken horse power) It has had go wrong.......oil cooler, front drive shaft, inner & outer and gearbox output, turbo oil seals, catalytic convertor, 2x Major electrical melt downs, Dual mass flywheels X2, clutch X2, it eats front brake discs and pads, the interior panel clips break regularly, the sliding window mechanisms break (apparently it's because people use them) ohh I forgot, Power steering pump and rack. Edit : Forgot the gear stick & linkage failed, Handbrake jumped whilst driving on second day I had it and broke VW Warranty is strictly 100k, vehicle lasted to 97k before going wrong big style. Would I buy another one ? NO Would I recommend anybody else buy one ? Not unless I really didn't like them A friend of mine's had most of that go wrong with his too. You get good and bad with most makes but I've heard of a lot of VW's with flywheel ,clutch and gear box trouble and not with heavy use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzab Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I bought a T4 from a animal feed supplier. Was hanging so got it cheap. Spent bit of time cleaning it and custom made a bed, cupboards etc for it in back. Was a awesome van great to drive, ultra reliable. Especially when you consider it had 170,000 on clock and original engine. I'll fire some pics up if I can find em. As said check out forum too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzab Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Only found interiors pics I'm afraid. Blooming miss it though only sold it cos got company van. Many a happy night spent in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazzab Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Sorry I'll stop hijacking ya thread now!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex C Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Wow spooky, that looks almost identical to my old one. I put side windows and back seats in mine as well. Mine was ex transco and had 124,000 on the clock. i put another 30,000 on it with nothing but an oil change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaxiDriver Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 (edited) Jesus, that is quite major! They are good quality, but that sounds terrible! I take it by your name you use it for work? Yes I do, But as it's mine and I have to pay the bills, and the licencing and the not inconsiderable fuel bills, It's not ragged. And is main dealer serviced every 6000 miles NOT 12-18000 miles as per VW's claimed 'Long life' service intervals. I've two friends in the same line of work who have T5's and both have had many similar issues. Edited September 8, 2011 by TaxiDriver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 Yes I do, But as it's mine and I have to pay the bills, and the licencing and the not inconsiderable fuel bills, It's not ragged. And is main dealer serviced every 6000 miles NOT 12-18000 miles as per VW's claimed 'Long life' service intervals. I've two friends in the same line of work who have T5's and both have had many similar issues. There was a guy that I saw on the M2 a few times in an LT that was sign written up with some very anti VW text. He'd obviously had a very bad experience with VW and his wagon was a right lemon. The warranty didn't appear to be worth a rub. He certainly vented his spleen. They don't build them like they used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 Every time i changge my vans i goto the VW dealers and look at the new T5's.They are a nice van for certain but at 20k i just cant do it,i have run Renault Traffic for 8 years and 140k miles.No mechanical let downs but an ignition barrel,side door track,wiper adjustment and the usual consumables across 2 vans and 12k eack.Transporter vs traffic its buy 2 get one free,a no brainer for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaxiDriver Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 Dont do it !!! I have a 2007 T5 130bhp (thats broken horse power) It has had go wrong.......oil cooler, front drive shaft, inner & outer and gearbox output, turbo oil seals, catalytic convertor, 2x Major electrical melt downs, Dual mass flywheels X2, clutch X2, it eats front brake discs and pads, the interior panel clips break regularly, the sliding window mechanisms break (apparently it's because people use them) ohh I forgot, Power steering pump and rack. Edit : Forgot the gear stick & linkage failed, Handbrake jumped whilst driving on second day I had it and broke VW Warranty is strictly 100k, vehicle lasted to 97k before going wrong big style. Would I buy another one ? NO Would I recommend anybody else buy one ? Not unless I really didn't like them Conversely, I have a 2005 registered Transit 12 seater Minibus, that is used for work and has had Nothing but an oil & filter change, brake pads/discs as required through wear & tear. And much more ecconomical to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmerfudd Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Have any of you gentlemen ever had any dealings (good or bad) with these vans, only Im looking at upgrading soon from the 01 VW Caddy. The Caddy has been a superb van, but could do with the extra space in the back and the 3 seats in the front for the school run Thanks in advance Scooterboy I have a T25 crewcab syncro maybe too old for your needs but has no air-con no leccy windows no power steering (all less to go wrong) 1.6td no power and about 250k on the clock.Top truck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I have a T25 crewcab syncro maybe too old for your needs but has no air-con no leccy windows no power steering (all less to go wrong) 1.6td no power and about 250k on the clock.Top truck! Awesome wagons. Fetching alot of bunce at the moment. What you after for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chr15j Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 I run a leasing brokership. Were entirely independant! Drop me a line if you want a new van/ car any make! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 I run a leasing brokership. Were entirely independant! Drop me a line if you want a new van/ car any make! After a vito 116 sport,do you have options allowing ownership at the end of term? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elmerfudd Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 Awesome wagons. Fetching alot of bunce at the moment. What you after for it? Not realy up for sale as yet.Can't take it anywhere without a bid been put on it!It's just in the paint shop at the moment (matt green) if you are interested keep in touch and you never know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chr15j Posted September 16, 2011 Report Share Posted September 16, 2011 After a vito 116 sport,do you have options allowing ownership at the end of term? Yes, contract purchase. Drop me a pm with your details and I will give you a call Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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