Cheap vans up for grabs at auctions
Date: 03/06/2008 12:00:00
Commercial vehicle drivers could pick up a bargain at a vehicle auction thanks to a "tough market", experts said.
Auctioneers BCA said sales have slowed in April and current conditions meant small business buyers could pick up cheap vans.
More ex-lease, short, medium and long-wheel base vans are up for grabs than usual, the firm said.
BCA UK business development manager Duncan Ward said: "This means there is a great opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to get a good deal at auction if they are looking to upgrade their commercial fleet."
Some businesses have been hit by rising fuel costs recently, meaning some are looking to save costs when buying new stock by snapping up cheap vehicles and comparing
van insurance quotes more thoroughly.
BCA runs more than 100 auctions each week in the UK and also runs sales over the internet.
Besides vans the group also has lots featuring cars, motorcycles, heavy commercial vehicles and even motor homes.