Volkswagen Crafter kopen

Which version suits your work?

The Volkswagen Crafter is available as a panel van, box truck on a chassis cab and (less commonly) as a minibus. For parcels and tools, most people choose the panel van with L2 or L3 length and a medium-high or high roof; for pallets and volume transport, a box truck with a tail lift is often more practical because the load volume isn't limited by wheel arches. When choosing a panel van, pay attention to the payload of the specific version: the Crafter is offered both as a 3.5-tonne model and in heavier GVW variants, and this difference determines whether you can keep driving without a BE licence. If in doubt, ask for the payload and dimensions sheet of the specific unit.

What should you check on a used Crafter?

First check the maintenance history: the Crafter often racks up high mileages in the delivery and courier industry, so a complete service book carries more weight than the mileage alone. Also check for rust around the rear doors, the underside of the load compartment and the wheel arches, spots where the Crafter, like other vans, is prone to corrosion. During a test drive, check the clutch and (if fitted) the DSG automatic transmission, and ask about the most recent timing belt or chain service. A recent APK (MOT/TÜV) inspection with few remarks gives a good picture of the current condition.

Buy or Financial Lease?

When you buy, you become the owner immediately and there's no term restriction, which is beneficial if you want to keep the van for a long time or modify it yourself. Financial Lease spreads the purchase over a maximum of 72 months and keeps your working capital free for other investments; after the term you become the owner here too. For start-ups and self-employed professionals, Financial Lease is often more accessible than a bank loan, because the van itself serves as collateral. In both cases, calculate the total costs, including maintenance, insurance and any trade-in of your current vehicle.

Volkswagen Crafter versus Sprinter, Ducato and Daily

The Crafter competes directly with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Fiat Ducato and Iveco Daily in the top segment of the van market. Compared to the Ducato and Daily, the Crafter is known for its sturdy chassis and high payload in the heavier versions; the Sprinter is a direct technical relative and therefore offers comparable driving characteristics. When comparing, focus mainly on load volume, payload and the availability of an automatic transmission, and not just the starting price, since the build quality and maintenance condition ultimately determine the running costs.

Volkswagen Crafter kopen: what to look for?

When buying a used commercial vehicle you want clarity fast: is the vehicle in stock, what does it cost, is financial lease available and does the configuration suit your daily work? That is why this page directly shows current vehicles with photo, price and specifications.

At Tatev Auto in Mijdrecht we help business owners with targeted advice on load space, fuel, mileage, body type and total cost of use. You can trade in your current vehicle and finance almost any vehicle through financial lease.

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