2017 T6- To buy or not to buy!

[Dale2890]

Some of you may have seen my facebook post so apologies if you have, but I'm looking for a bit of advice please! I've a found a 2017 T6 T28 SWB 2.0 diesel 102 bhp Trendline, (but only things missing from Highline spec is no heated front screen and no multi functional steering wheel) that I'd like to buy- it's done 28k miles, and will be fully converted with a UKpoptops roof, Edifabworx bed, SMEV hobs & sink, Webasto heater, Kenwood speakers in the rear and I get the choice of wheels and upholstery. The build quality looks good from previous photos. Price is £31,700. What are peoples thoughts please?

 

[DaveyB]

Sounds way over priced for a 3 year old trendline van, with almost the lowest engine output in the range. I bought my van at 12 months old, 15k miles, 180bi-tdi, Highline, and that was £32,000.

 

[Dale2890]

Thanks a lot DaveyB.

 

[Tourershine]

I agree with @DaveyB

 

[Dale2890]

Thanks @Tourershine

 

[N1ck]

I don’t know about prices but my 65 plate t32 140 dsg combi with 50k cost 21k put a conversion on that and you are looking at 32 ish, personally though I have a T5 t28 102 and I wouldn’t buy another, hold out for a bigger engine and chassis one will turn up especially in this climate

 

[Dale2890]

Thanks @N1ck

 

[rover220]

A 102hp 5 speed is not what dreams are made of. Hang out for a 140/150 is possible.

 

[.50]

Surely that's £31,700 for the van including the conversion?.

 

[Dale2890]

Yeah that's everything, including the webasto heater, choice of upholstery and wheels.

 

[DaveyB]

Oh, I didn’t realise that was converted price!

 

[Dale2890]

Does that make you change your mind then?!

 

[Ghost]

Have a look at this..
there was some lovely photos in the auto trader link, ( now not working) but I think @Oldrat will send them to you if interested.

For Sale - 2017 T6 Camper

 

[Dale2890]

Thanks but that's over £4k more than the one I'm looking at!

 

[Oldrat]

Thank you Ghost

Lots of interest, folks are asking to view after the lockdown. But with things as they are, I’m having to be more benevolent about the price which is now £34,500.

And personally speaking for me, it’s Highline everytime - I just couldn’t do without the air con and the cruise control is a right boon. Let alone the hands free etc..


BTW I’ve not used the heated front screen much l, but what an amazing bit of luxury kit, no scraping!!

 

[czmate1999]

Thanks but that's over £4k more than the one I'm looking at!

I, as have many on here, have done a ton of research on t6s and converters and if I was looking for a secondhand conversion I’d pick it up from someone on here. Everyone of us loves our vans And have spent Good money on mods and upkeep. I would avoid 102 engine if you can, some like them but I found it underpowered. Also you want led headlights!!

 

[DaveyB]

Does that make you change your mind then?!

Nope, sorry. Still too expensive based upon it being a 102 engine.

 

[Martin Gibson]

I totally agree with @czmate1999, buy one off someone on the forum if possible,better chance of a bit of quality in my opinion. Highline over Trendline every time and also agree that the 102 is not what you want. @Oldrat 's van is worth £2800 more every day of the week

 

[Dale2890]

I must be missing something here!! People on are saying £31k is too much for a 102 bhp but that the one that a member is selling at £34.5k (was over £35k) that is a 102 bhp is good!

 

[Martin Gibson]

Hi @Dale2890, i personally wouldn't want a 102 but if i were going to buy one anyhow,then i think @Oldrat 's would have a much better spec than the one you're looking at being a Highline