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coopsvip
PostPosted: Thu Feb 03, 2011 11:05 pm 
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HI, Ive just got my hackney badge and im gonna buy a hackney wav.

im looking for peoples opinions on the following please

1 what is the best all round vehicle?

2 where the best place to buy?
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The E7/TW versions are ok, in my opinion, but they do have problems with doors, anti roll bars, clutch/dual mass flywheels. However the very latest models says they have improved those iffy features. Only time will tell.

The traditional London cab is very expensive, as is the new Merc (PCO spec).

Or if your council allow you could get one of those Doblo things, which bearing in mind your newness to the trade might be a good option.

Get a copy of Private Hire Monthly, and see what's on offer in there. However whatever model you choose, offer the dealer £5,000 less than they want.

If they want to sell, then don't let them fleece you.

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im thinking of getting the merc vito, kpm seem to be do a good deal.

not to keen on e7.
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coopsvip wrote:
im thinking of getting the merc vito, kpm seem to be do a good deal.

Go for it, but will you need the turning circle as it ain't cheap?

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no i dont need the turning circle.
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Any age limit on vehicles ?
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Do you still have to buy it in Bristol Blue?

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tx_op wrote:
Any age limit on vehicles ?


yes has to be brand new with only delivery mileage.
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gusmac wrote:
Do you still have to buy it in Bristol Blue?


yea has to be bristol blue.
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