jigsaw 11,809 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 my son and i have been debating for the last few weeks as to which van is better in general,more robust and hardl like.So what do you think.I drive the transit and swear by it.Ive had conflicting views so just wondering what you might think.Looking forward to reading the replys. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
seang 163 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 my mate bought a 07 transporter 2 weeks ago week engine went in it on friday dont know whether it was bad luck or he was stung with it,2000 get it fixed his gone on anti depressants since :laugh:we use a 03 transit for work and it doesnt give an ounce bother and it does get a battering where we take it on forestry roads but loves its diesel too Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chid 6,372 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 depends what transit... the older shape were hard to beat for repairing and parts only thing is , is they aint the quickest no matter what model transit id choose it over a vw , as i hate them Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ferret features 289 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 stick with the oul shape tranny . 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whippet 99 2,613 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 depends what transit... the older shape were hard to beat for repairing and parts only thing is , is they aint the quickest no matter what model transit id choose it over a vw , as i hate them they go on for ever the old shape transits.................. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
neil82 1,008 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 depends what transit... the older shape were hard to beat for repairing and parts only thing is , is they aint the quickest no matter what model transit id choose it over a vw , as i hate them they go on for ever the old shape transits.................. no they don`t, theres that little actual rust proofing on them they fall apart with rot, not done much work on the veedubs but the body work is more robust, as far as the mechanicals go, service history is king, if there aint one, walk away (same for the tranny, modern motors wont take the abuse that the older motors would) oil changes are a must and no matter what it costs, use the right spec oils, if your not sure, look for the castrol website, they have a good search facility on that , just have to put in the reg number and it gives spec and quantity Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the_stig 6,614 Posted July 22, 2012 Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 depends what transit... the older shape were hard to beat for repairing and parts only thing is , is they aint the quickest no matter what model transit id choose it over a vw , as i hate them they go on for ever the old shape transits.................. no they don`t, theres that little actual rust proofing on them they fall apart with rot, not done much work on the veedubs but the body work is more robust, as far as the mechanicals go, service history is king, if there aint one, walk away (same for the tranny, modern motors wont take the abuse that the older motors would) oil changes are a must and no matter what it costs, use the right spec oils, if your not sure, look for the castrol website, they have a good search facility on that , just have to put in the reg number and it gives spec and quantity any views on the merc sprinter neil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jigsaw 11,809 Posted July 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2012 i drive an 05 t280 transit and its a hell of a bus but a little juicy I think.I have mine serviced regularly,from the brakes to the lot and its a pleasure to drive.we were debating about the toughness of the gearboxes and engines on the VW's and if they can take the donkey work the trannys do.Of course my son being 17 has GOT to be right,so thats what we were aiming to find out. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Westy76 546 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 VW every time mines on 200,000 miles and hasn't let me down ford(found on roadside dead) rot quick,engines go quick and are juicy. We have loads of trannys in for scrapping at work but rarely get a VW in,says alot. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulus 26 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 Vorsprung Durch Technik Quote Link to post Share on other sites
forest of dean redneck 11,183 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 Transits are better offroad and cheaper, Transporters generally more rust resistant, But are pricier and there's been a few problems with the t5s engine. Everyone with a downhill bike or wannabe surfer wants a t4 or t5 aNd are pushing the prices up (scene tax) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Westy76 546 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 It's for that reason I have no bother parking my t4 up in lanes nobody expects a flock of lurchers to come out where as a transit parked up brings unwanted attention round my way 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jigsaw 11,809 Posted July 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 yep got to agree westie,the transit does draw unwanted attention,if the farmer doesnt know you he jumps to the conclusion it may be ''THE COUSINS'' how are they westie on juice compared to the trannys?I might in a while take a shot at one if I thought they were durable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
forest of dean redneck 11,183 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 It's for that reason I have no bother parking my t4 up in lanes nobody expects a flock of lurchers to come out where as a transit parked up brings unwanted attention round my way Mines a 2.4 non turbo plodder,what engines in yours Westy? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nothernlite 18,023 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Share Posted July 23, 2012 toyota hiace pakky wagon cannie beat them atb 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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