Commercial FAQ

Frequently asked questions

• Do we ply line vans?
• Can a rear seat be fitted to a van?
• Do Pyes part-exchange?
• Are petrol engines available?
• What is GAP Insurance?
• Is there service history on used vans?
• Do new Transits require cambelt replacements?
• Can Pyes find specific specification vans?
• What trailer weight can a Transit Tow?
• What trailer weight can a Ranger tow?
• What is a tachograph?
• When do I need a tachograph?
• What is the maximum payload that a Transit van will carry?
• Is there a Ranger Automatic?
• What is the longest interior length in a Transit van?

Yes, we can ply line vans. When a van is ply lined, the sides, the floor and the doors are lined ready for work. We can also apply a protective coating which prevents rust and corrosion.

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Rears seats can be fitted to vans to meet your needs. Dual or Triple seats are available. We can convert vans to crew buses or into double cab. It is also possible to convert vans for motability access.
All rear seats are complete with lap, diagional seatbelts.

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At Pye Motors we are pleased to look at any make or model for part exchange.

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Petrol engines are available on Transits only and a Dual fuel (LPG) option. LPG conversions are also available.

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GAP stands for 'Guaranteed Asset Protection'.
In the unforunate event that your new vehicle is stolen or written off and declared a total loss, your Insurance Company may not pay out the original purchase price of the vehicle. This is because Comprehensive Motor Insurers make a total loss payment on the market value of your vehicle at the time of your claim and not on the original purchase price. Any depreciation or loss in value that takes place after you have taken delivery of your new vehicle may not be covered. This is your potential loss and GAP is what protects you from this eventuality.

Below is a typical example based on a brand new Transit Short-Wheel Base, which highlights the true benefit of this product.

OK! Now your vehicle which is costing you £324.35 a month is either stolen or involved in an accident after only being on the road for 18-months and declared by the Insurance Company a total loss claim.

Your Insurance Company base the value of your vehicle on the mileage of 20,000 miles and it being 18-months old and offer you £5,700.

Your settlement figure remains to be settled and is £7,784.49.

A difference of £2,084.49 which you are liable for!!

GAP will cover this shortfall and pay you up to the invoice price you orginally paid for your vehicle allowing you to continue with your business at no extra cost.

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Full service history are on some but not all of our used commercial vehicles. This is because some operators do not get their sevice book stamped on service. We ensure that the all of our vehicles have had a vehicle safetly check before sales.

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Post 2000 model Transits do not require cambelt replacements. This because they are a chain cambelt and last the life of the engine. Pre 2000 Transit models and Connect Vans do still need cambelt replacement.

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At Pye Motors, YES we can find specific specification vans. You tell us what specification or needs you require and we will try to find it. If you are after a small van with kennels, or a jumbo chiller, or a mini bus with wheel chair access we will find it!

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The maximum weight that a Transit can legally tow is 2800kg with a 350 LWB, 140ps Transit.

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A Ranger can tow a maximum weight of 3000kg with a 4x4 Ranger.

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A tachograph is a device that combines the functions of a clock and a speedometer. Fitted to a motor vehicle, a tachograph records the vehicle's speed and the length of time that it is moving or stationary. The mechanical tachograph writes on a round piece of paper which constantly turns throughout the work day. The marker moves nearer to or further from the center according to the driving speed. An entire rotation encompasses 24 hours.

For further information, please visit http://www.dvtani.gov.uk/compliance/tachographsfaqs.asp.

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You would need a tachograph everytime when the gross train weight exceeds 3500kg. Failing to provide a tachograph is a offense.

For further information, please visit http://www.dvtani.gov.uk/compliance/tachographsfaqs.asp.

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The maximum payload that a Transit can carry is 1500kg using a 350LWB medium roof Transit.

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Yes, there is a Ranger automatic. 3.0 litre.

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The longest interior Transit van is 4.1 metres.

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