Don't forget Transporter Rescue also run an Independant Vehicle Inspection Service. We have put together a few things to look for when buying an LGV Transporter:
- Check the bodywork, cab floor and steps for rust for rust.
- Check the tyres and exhaust. They give you an idea if the vehicle has been well looked after.
- Search for rot and damp patches on the floor of the vehicle.
- Make certain the ramp woodwork, hinges and balance springs are all sound and in good working order.
- Make sure when you view the vehicle that the engine is cold and has not been started before you get there.
- Check there are no oil leaks from the engine.
- Check the oil light does not come on when started.
- Check engine speed and smoke emission when stationery.
- Cab checks :
- Gauges
- Lights
- Indicators
- Wipers
- Play of the steering wheel
- Horn
- Warning lights
- Check wiring for lighting areas in living and cargo areas and make sure they run from a separate battery - not the main vehicle battery.
- Unless you definitely want an HGV, check that the weight will not be over 7.5 tonnes, when fully laden - including passengers and all provisions.
REMEMBER THE OLD SAYING "CAVEAT EMPTOR - BUYER BEWARE", TAKE YOUR TIME AND TAKE SOMEONE WITH YOU WHO MIGHT BE ABLE TO SPOT THINGS YOU DON'T.
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Whitehill Farm, Hamstead Marshall, Newbury, Berkshire RG20 0HP
Tel: 01488 657650 Fax: 01488 657652
e-mail: info@transrescue.com