There is a lot to consider when buying a van for your business. Whether you are a sole trader looking to buy a van for your mobile business or operate a small business and want to expand your fleet with an additional van, it can be challenging to find a van that will be ideal for your business from day one.
With self-employment numbers rising in the SME sector from 3.3 million to 4.8 million, and over 3.4 million people dependent upon their van for work, there is an increasing need for high-quality van conversions and fit-outs from commercial vehicle bodybuilders such as Osborne Motor Bodies.
There has also been a vast growth in the number of used vans changing hands, with around a million vans being sold on each year. This means there are some bargains to be had, especially for a sole trader wanting to get off the ground with a limited budget.
What to consider before you buy
Before you buy a van for your business, you need to assess what you need from it and think about the scalability of your business. Will the van you buy today still work well for your business in three or four years?
Consider whether your job requirements now are likely to change in the near future. Your work van can be a heavy investment, so it can help to go beyond short-term thinking and think about how keeping your van for longer can save you more money in the future.
Regardless of whether you choose to buy a brand new commercial vehicle or go for the cheaper option of buying a used van, the chances are that the vehicle will need a fair bit of modification to make it work for your business needs.
This is where Osborne Motor bodies can help!
Commercial vehicle bodybuilder
Once you have decided on buying a new or used vehicle, our team at Osborne Motor Bodies can help with that too.
Not only can we provide you with a brand new commercial vehicle from our range that includes utility, glass, and specialist vehicle bodies, but we also source and supply used commercial vehicles too.
Once you have your van, we can customise it to best fit your needs. As we are a professional commercial vehicle bodybuilder, we have converted, adapted, and fitted out numerous commercial vehicles for our happy customers over many years.
If you have already purchased a new or used commercial vehicle, you can bring it to us to work on for you. You don't need to buy a vehicle from us to be able to access our services.
As most vans and utility vehicles are seldom work-ready from the moment you are handed the keys, our team of vehicle engineers are used to making very simple or more complex vehicle modifications to suit our customer's needs.
Electrics and interior fit-out
Most basic commercial vehicles don't come with added extras. This can mean you will need your van fitting out with a practical interior that includes secure storage, racking, seating, tool rack, workbench, electric lighting and more.
There is no fun in setting up a mobile car mechanic business or a mobile computer repair company if you have to work in the dark out of your van. By consulting with our expert design and engineering team at Osborne Motor Bodies, we can work together to create a bespoke interior design layout that is a perfect fit for your business.
We can also install extra seating if you need it to carry teammates or run a mobile business where your customers need to sit inside your van.
Commercial vehicle conversions
The exterior of your work vehicle may also need some adaptations made to make it more suitable for your business needs. We can add windows, drop-down serving hatches, or add curtain sides or roller sides to your delivery vehicle to make it easier for you to load and unload large or bulky items.
We are very well known for our glass carrier and milk delivery vehicle conversions. You can see some of our completed commercial vehicle conversions to give you an example of what we do.
Our team has many years of experience working on all makes and models of commercial vehicles, including Citroen, Ford Transit, Volkswagen, Fiat, Renault, Mercedes, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and more.
There will always be a vehicle that a business owner wants but doesn't quite have. As a commercial bodybuilder, Osborne Motor Bodies can transform your 'almost there' vehicle into something perfect for your needs.
Why trust Osborne Motor Bodies?
When you need some modifications to your commercial vehicle, our team of vehicle engineers and technicians is here to help. We use the latest cutting-edge CAD technology for creating a design plan for your vehicle remodelling or conversion job.
We will also consult with you and can explain every step of your vehicle modification plan if you are curious about the process. Our team always considers your views and never starts work before you have fully signed off on your project.
It can be very reassuring to work with a company with such a long history of commercial vehicle bodybuilding and vehicle conversions. Our company wouldn't have been around for more than one hundred years if we couldn't deliver high-quality, reliable commercial vehicle bodybuilding services!
Do not hesitate to get in touch with us about any modifications you need for your commercial vehicle.
