Mercedes Vito

[DorsetJasper]

Hi all looking at changing the family car for a Mercedes Vito, more room for the kids and dog etc.

Has anyone owned one of these and what are they like (Im looking at the LWB 111cdi)

Many thanks for your time

[TbirdX]

I'm on my 2nd. Had an 02 plate cdi 110 and now a 57 plate 111 cdi and both have been brilliant.

5 seats with plenty of space in the back for gear, tows my caravan with ease, both have been reliable with no breakdowns at all, although servicing at the main dealers, who are generally poor and expensive in my opinion, should be avoided if possible.

Mine have been company vehicles too so cheaper tax as a commercial.

Would I have another, without a moment's hesitation.

[Asa Bear]

I drive a 55 plate 111cdi van. It's a bit thirsty (& very fast) if you drive it hard but if you're careful you can get 35+ mpg. It's a pleasure to drive. Best van I've had.

 

It's a bit expensive to repair (just paid £280 for rear shocks at an independent) but saying that it hasn't needed much. I have mine serviced every 10k miles and it ticks along lovely. Apparently they're easy to work on if you're that way inclined.

 

Definitely recommend buying one to anybody that asked.

[DorsetJasper]

Thanks for the advice, just picked up a 111cdi and it drives lovely well pleased

[wickedwickedmotox]

had a 05 plate 111cdi did 198k when sold did not skip a beat only prob in all those miles was the ignition rose came loose washer pipe for windscreen rubbed through and drivers door corroded, brilliant van just needed a 4x4 vws are **** yes i have had t5s!!!!!