Minibus Buyer’s Guide

May 9, 2017

If you’re interested in purchasing a minibus for the first time then you want to take any steps possible to ensure you get the right vehicle at the right price. A minibus is a substantial investment so buying a vehicle is something the requires a good deal of thought beforehand.

Below are some of the key things to consider when buying a minibus for the first time.

New vs used

One of the most important decisions to make when buying a minibus is whether you’re going to buy new or used. This will of course be determined by the amount of money you have to spend. Buying new comes with the obvious advantage that you get a brand new vehicle that has no miles on the clock and has much less chance of developing serious problems. New minibuses can be very expensive to buy though so they’re not for everyone.

When buying used, you’ll need to know what to look out for to avoid getting a vehicle that has any major issues. It’s never a bad idea to take somebody who knows about cars along with you. An increasing number of vehicles are now being clocked in the UK so it’s also a good idea to do a HPI check on any vehicles you’re considering.

Practical considerations

  • Parking – Because minibuses are large vehicles, you need to make sure you have the space to park yours. Ideally you would have a driveway to park your minibus since it would will certainly help you to save money on insurance.
  • Where to buy – Where you buy your minibus is also worth thinking about. Sites like eBay and Auto Trader make it very easy to search for different types of vehicles based on model, price, age etc. You should always make sure you view a vehicle in person before making a commitment to buy though. This way you can check if there’s any damage and also test drive it to ensure you’re happy.
  • Insurance – You’ll also need to get insurance for your minibus in order to drive it legally. Luckily there are many excellent providers of minibus insurance and getting quotes is now a quick and simple process. Just click the button below to get quotes now.