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Ford and Vauxhall announce new options and prices
publication date: Dec 24, 2008
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author/source: Robin Roberts
 | | | A host of new options are now available for businesses to help them continue to use Ford Transit as the backbone of Britain.
Transit Double Cab Utility Chassis has been introduced as a Special
Vehicle Option (SVO) featuring unglazed second row cab doors with the
rear seats removed. An additional option means customers can also
combine this new style of cab with a panel van bulkhead to form a
secure load area for valued equipment.
Consequently, a bed-mounted box is not required which would add weight,
take up load space and reduce payload. The 'Utility' will be available
to order next spring, prices will be announced nearer the on-sale date.
For the growing number of businesses requiring dual usage from their
vehicles to move both crews and equipment, the Transit Double
Cab-in-Van (DCIV) range provides the answer.
A new front wheel drive, medium wheelbase, low roof model comes with a
choice of three 2.2-litre TDCi powertrains – 85PS, 115PS, 140PS. With a
GVM of 2800kg and a payload of 903kg to 915kg. It is on sale now,
priced from £17,420.
The eight- and nine-seat Transit Tourneo is now available with a light
tint glass option priced at £80.00 to cater for the private hire
operators who need tinted windows to gain local authority approvals to
operate their taxi business.
A new standard fitting on all diesel engine Transits is the shift
indicator light (SIL). Located in the instrument cluster, it
illuminates for a short period at the optimum time to change to a
higher gear. This can improve fuel economy, reduce CO2 emissions and
decrease wear on engine and transmission components. It does not
illuminate during periods of high acceleration, braking or when the
clutch pedal is depressed.
A Thatcham approved Category 1 alarm is now available as an option
priced at £175.00 on all Transit double chassis cabs.
From December 27 through to the end of January, Vauxhall is offering
savings of up to £7,800 across its range of award-winning models.
The the biggest saving is up to £7,800 on the Movano. Other highlights
include Vivaro savings of up to £4,100, reductions on Combo of up to
£3,500, on Astravan of up to £3,500, and on Corsavan as high as £3,000
against ex-VAT prices.
The offers are available for a limited period only and only at
participating retailers – once January has passed, the deals will be
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