Salvage Vans


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Vauxhall Vivaro Sportive available for sale. The van is in decent condition overall, considering its type. It comes with 6 months of MOT and features alloys, albeit with a few minor  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Vivaro
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 170,000 miles
Year: 2011

For sale: VW Crafter suitable for spare parts or repair. Recently underwent a full rebuild two months ago. Turbo has failed but the vehicle still runs. Rated for 3500kg.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Crafter
Mileage: 173,000 miles
Year: 2013

For Sale: Van with Cambelt Issue - Ideal for Repair or Spares This van is a great option, but it has a cambelt issue that needs attention. It's a good candidate for either repair or  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Vivaro
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 130,000 miles
Year: 2010

2008 Plate TDCI Van For sale is an '08 plate TDCI van with 102,000 miles on the clock. While it's a solid van, it does have a few marks on the body, which will be cleaned up before  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit Connect
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 2 Seats
Mileage: 102,000 miles
Year: 2008

This vehicle is still operational but has some issues: The car starts and can be driven, but there's a problem with an injector causing fuel leakage and engine knocking. The bodywork  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Crafter
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 266,651 miles
Year: 2015

Renault Traffic van has not passed its MOT and requires repairs for power steering, brakes, tyres, and handbrake. I have another van and no longer need this one. The engine runs well  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Renault
Model: Trafic
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 180,000 miles
Year: 2011

Make: Peugeot Partner Professional HDI Van Registration: 2017 (67 reg) Emission Standard: EURO 6 (ULEZ Compliant) Ownership: 1 Owner (Direct Fleet Company) Features: Power Steering  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Peugeot
Model: Partner
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 108,000 miles
Year: 2017
Transmission: Manual

VW Crafter 2016, spares or repair starts and drives but got no power, just had new turbo and EGR valve, very good driver, no time wasters.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Crafter
Body: Panel Van
Color: Silver
Mileage: 190,000 miles
Year: 2016
Transmission: Manual

2005 Ford Transit 2.4 LWB. Mileage: 109,600. No MOT - see picture for mot faults. Main issue is welding required underneath. The van starts, drives and stops fine.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Body: Panel Van
Wheel Base: LWB
Color: Blue
Mileage: 109,600 miles
Year: 2005

Ford transit tipper. Had a new bed fitted a year ago. Uprated rear leaf springs Just had necessary work done to pass MOT. Van runs and drives fine. Worst point is drivers door is faulty  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Body: Tipper
Color: White
Seats: 6 Seats
Mileage: 147,000 miles
Year: 2007

Ford Transit crew van Lwb and spares or repair was driving great started heating over, needs head gasket 60 plate 2010 quick sale space needed vgc for year will need recovered from  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Body: Panel Van
Cab Type: Crew cab
Wheel Base: LWB
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats

2008 Peugeot Expert 1.6hdi lwb.5 speed manual.1 key, 4 owners, hoi clear. Spares or repair as unburnt diesel exiting from exhaust, running in 3 cylinders, fueling issue from injectors  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Peugeot
Model: Expert
Body: Panel Van
Wheel Base: LWB
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 162,000 miles

£1500 Trade to trade sale of 2010 ford transit due in soon starts runs and drives perfect has tow bar relatively good condition inside and out for a mk7 of this age has vandalized  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Wheel Base: LWB
Mileage: 193,000 miles
Year: 2010

This van has sat needing a turbo for almost 3 years. Will need some work to get it back on the road but it had a bit of work done to it prior to the turbo going. Was going to get it  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Vivaro
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 180,000 miles
Year: 2004

Fiat scudo 2004 spares or repair runs and drives. Has mot till june 16. Leaking quite a lot of oil. Had new clutch last year. Milage unreadable need torch to see think its around 150k  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Fiat
Model: Scudo
Mileage: 150,000 miles
Year: 2004

MOT failure. Some welding been done but needs more for MOT. Runs and drives great. See photos. £1000 ono.  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: Sprinter
Body: Panel Van
Color: White
Mileage: 197,445 miles
Year: 2003
Transmission: Manual

Gear box has gone in the van, I don’t have the time to fix it, everything else in the van runs fine. Be ideal for spares and repairs or if you can fix it yourself it will run far  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Caddy
Body: Panel Van
Color: Blue
Seats: 2 Seats
Mileage: 121,000 miles
Year: 2007

Ford, transit, l.w.b high top panel van, 2012, 6 speed manual, 2198 (cc) diesel, spares or repair, good bits, new gearbox, clutch, turbo, good tyres all round, 1 previous owner, best  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Body: Panel Van
Wheel Base: LWB
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 357,012 miles

NON RUNNER. MoT until may.1870cc. Twin sliding doors with windows. Carpeted rear floor. Decentish bodywork no rust, underneath sound also. Had a new auxiliary belt fitted went to collect  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Vauxhall
Model: Vivaro
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 120,000 miles
Year: 2005
Transmission: Manual

NO MOT. Transit swb. Spares or repair. Needs welding and alternator. Starts off jump leads. No logbook. Runs and drives mint when going. Can get Second hand Altornator for £30/40.£950  Show more

Seller: Private
Condition: Used
Make: Ford
Model: Transit
Body: Panel Van
Wheel Base: SWB
Color: White
Seats: 3 Seats
Mileage: 120,000 miles


As recent estimations and statistics show, there are around four million vans on the British roads. Interestingly enough, a percentage of them have been once deemed as salvage vans, but someone enthusiastically conquered the idea of buy salvage vans, repair them, make them road-worthy once again. It may sound like a lot of hassle and stress, but believe it or not, giving a second chance to salvage vans can be a great opportunity. A great opportunity to purchase a van without breaking the bank, if you are on a limited budget. A great way to give salvage vans a second chance if they are not struggling with major damage beyond repair. Also, a great way to explore a new business opportunity of fixing, repairing, and then re-selling salvage vans that are road-worthy. So if you know a thing or two about vehicle repair and you want to DIY a project or explore a new business opportunity, salvage vans auctions can turn into your next favourite place to browse.

Why Consider Salvage Vans?

Why consider salvage vans?
Could salvage vans be a worthy investment?

Vans help daily a lot of businesses and industries to run smoothly by transporting goods and delivering services on time every day. It may be a big corporation or a small business, it really doesn’t matter, as vans are needed for all sorts of endeavours. Almost all sorts of businesses need at least one van for work, including decorators, florists, handymen, catering, delivery drivers, flooring specialists, and so much more. Vans are hardy and versatile vehicles that can contribute a lot to the efficiency and good performance of your business, ensuring the comfort and functionality no other vehicle can. So maybe you already run a business, or you are considering to start one and a van will be of much help. However, investing in a new and even a second-hand van could be too harsh on your budget. Instead of spending your last penny on this project, here is an alternative solution for you. Salvage vans, despite the fact that they are often titled so by insurance companies due to big damage beyond repair, can often be given a second chance. If only you know how to shop for salvage vans properly and wisely, you will be able to find salvage vans that can actually be repaired on not that high of a cost and can be road-worthy once again, helping your business, deliver your goods and services. Alternatively, purchasing, repairing and re-selling salvage vans can turn into a great business opportunity for you, in case you have the set of skills needed for individually repairing salvage vans. No matter the reason why you might be interested in salvage vans, the whole project narrows down to the fact that first, you should be aware of how properly shop for salvage vans and choose the best vehicles with minimal damage and maximum chance to be like brand-new.

How Vehicles Become Salvage Vans?

How vehicles become salvage vans?
How are vehicles titled salvage vans?

It is pretty self-explanatory, however, salvage vans are titles this way usually because they have damage beyond repair or damage that is so big and serious that the previous owner or insurance company consider the cost of service not worth the investment or bigger than the price of the van. Salvage vans are often vehicles that have been through an incident or accident. With that been said, auctions for salvage vans are not necessarily selling a pile of scrap for pennies. Interestingly enough, sometimes you are able to find salvage vans for a great price and not that much of serious damage that can be repaired without a big cost. However, in order to find such salvage vans, you should be aware of how and where to look for them.

Understanding Categories of Salvage Vans

Understanding categories of salvage vans
Guide to categories of salvage vans

The best way to understand whether is it worth it to buy salvage vans is to make sure you know their history so you can eventually evaluate the kind of damage and if it can be repaired completely and at a reasonable price. After all, there is no point in investing into salvage vans that cannot be fixed to the point of being road-worthy again or the repair cost is too high. The various categories of salvage vans bellows will tell you more about the possible structural and aesthetic damages the salvage vans you are considering may have. Knowing and understanding these categories will help you to make more successful purchases when shopping for salvage vans.

  • Cat A – Includes salvage vans that cannot be repaired and they are titled as scrap, therefore these salvage vans should be destroyed along with all parts. These salvage vans are often crushed.
  • Cat B – This category includes salvage vans that have been categorized as broken. In this case, salvage van cannot be repaired entirely, their body shells are destroyed to stop the vehicles from going back on the road. However, parts of these salvage vans can be used.
  • Cat N – This category includes salvage vans that are non-structurally damaged, therefore these salvage vans can be repaired and are allowed back on the road.
  • Cat S – This category includes salvage vans that are structurally damaged, which means these salvage vans are considered repairable and when fixed properly can be back on the road.
Considering all categories, when shopping for salvage vans you want to invest your money mainly in salvage vans categorised with Cat N and Cat S.

Do You Need a Mechanic When Shopping for Salvage Vans?

Do you need a mechanic when shopping for salvage vans?
Is a mechanic required for when you shop for salvage vans?

Of course, if you don’t feel confident in your knowledge, or you don’t understand nothing at all about vehicles and their repair, the best thing to do when looking for salvage vans is to hire a mechanic, who can come with you and provide you with an in-depth evaluation of the condition of the vehicles you are interested in. These specialists will be able to assess the condition of salvage vans both of the structure, internal damages, and the more obvious damages that are noticeable at first glance. They will be able to advise you on whether it is worth to invest your money, or the salvage vans offered don’t worth the repair since it will cost too much.

Where to Go When Looking for Salvage Vans?

Where to go when looking for salvage vans?
Where to shop for salvage vans?

You can start by browsing online when you are looking for all the opportunities the salvage vans market in the UK is offering. It is not necessarily to make an instant purchase, sometimes finding salvage vans in a repairable condition takes a lot of time. However, you will be able to get used to the idea and understand more about what the salvage vans market is currently offering. Once you are ready to make a purchase, you are recommended to start visiting auctions for salvage vans. It won’t cost you a single penny, yet you need to take your time and invest it in a process that can take longer than you may expect. However, you never know what treasure you will be able to find there.

Why consider salvage vans?
How vehicles become salvage vans?
Understanding categories of salvage vans
Do you need a mechanic when shopping for salvage vans?
Where to go when looking for salvage vans?
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