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Welcome to the Eurovans Official Company Blog. What you can expect from this blog is information about our current offers and promotions, local events and Volkswagen news. Eurovans is a Volkswagen Commercial Dealership in the South East with branches located in Crawley, Brighton and Eastbourne. We specialise in the sale of new and used Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, service and parts. If you would like more information about any of our products or services, please do visit our website www.eurovans.co.uk

Thursday 29 December 2011

2012 will be the year if the campervan! (Well, Eurovans thinks so)



It's not even half way through winter yet but Eurovans is already thinking about the summer months.  Not only are we looking forward to sunny days and warm nights (hopefully), we are also very excited about the fact that Eurovans will be offering California Campervans again!

Meet the Volkswagen California.  Reminisant of the split-window campervan, the California will come in very useful during the festival season and if you can't afford a holiday to the Bahamas. 

The California boasts four wheel drive, a fridge, cooker and sleeping accommodation for up to four people.  Much more comfortable than a tent I would say!

Few other car manufacturers build bespoke campervans, but you can buy or build a conversion from a van or you could opt for a coach-built motorhome, though they tend to be expensive.  Although the California has many perks, it lacks washing or toilet facilities making it more of a couple-of-nights-away-from-home type of vehicle. 

Is it Right for You?

If you have a hobby or interest, like motor racing, fishing or music festivals, which takes you away from home a couple of nights at a time, it is perfect.

The interior is cleverly laid out with seats that slide, rotate and fold, numerous drawers and hidden cubbies, an awning that can be winched out and a canvas roof that is raised electrically.

There are even two tables stowed smartly away, one that you can pull out into the middle of the floor between the two sets of seats, the other a fold-out table that you can take outside.  In a pouch in the boot are two deckchairs, while inside there's a small wardrobe, and a fridge that runs off its own battery supply.

If you would like more information about the VW California, simply contact Eurovans today!

Tuesday 15 November 2011

The Transporter Sportline - A little bit of luxury


The Transporter Sportline

The Volkswagen Transporter Sportline.  A jack of all trades, the van will lug a kitchen sink around during the day and give the Mondeos and Vectras hogging the outside lane a fright at night. 

Volkswagen have taken the regular Transporter and has added on body-coloured bumpers and door handles, newly chromed grille, snazzy side rails and a rear spoiler.  The Sportline runs on 18-inch six-spoke alloys, sitting 30mm closer to the ground thanks to lowered Eibach springs.

If you are lookihng for a van that will impress, come along to Eurovans where we have a range used Transporter Sportlines available.


Monday 17 October 2011

Massive Assured Used Commercial Vehicle Event at Eurovans (Eastbourne)



If you are currently on the look-out for a new van, then this event is perfect.  The Assured Used Commercial Vehicle Event at Eurovans Eastbourne will include fantastic finance deals and exclusive offers that will make it hard to resist!  At Eurovans, there are many extras that come with purchasing an Assured Used Commercial Vehicle. 

When buying an Assured Used from us you will get:

  • Assurance that your van has received a thorough multipoint check comprehensive preparation
  • Mileage and Validation checks
  • Condition alert to ensure that the van has not been the subject of a total loss claim and has never been registered stolen
  • Sold with comprehensive warranty and comes with up to 12 months roadside assistance as standard

So if you are looking for a Used Volkswagen Van at a great price, then come along to our used stock event from 11th - 13th November at Eurovans Eastbourne.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Wednesday 27 July 2011

You've never seen a caravan as posh as this.....




By looking at this photo, you would be forgiven for thinking that this was a high spec New York apartment.  BUT NO!  It is in actual fact a converted aistream caravan.  Here are some more pictures which will leave you in awe.....

Wednesday 13 July 2011

New VW Campervan Tent!



The new VW Campervan Tent!


This fantastic new tent is based on the inconic and inimitable splitscreen T1 and can sleep up to 4.  The new tent is set to be very popular among festival goers.  Anyone that has been to a festival will know that it is sometimes extremely difficult to locate your tent once the sun has gone down but this campervan tent will make finding your tent much easier with its unique design!

So avoid hours of searching for your tent and invest in a Campervan tent this summer! 

Tuesday 12 July 2011

Eurovans at Eastbourne Extreme 16th-17th July



Eurovans will be at Eastbourne Extreme this weekend and we want to see you there!  Eastbourne Extreme is held on the Eastbourne seafront and is the UK's most intense FREE sports festival.  The event features a wide range of outdoor activities including air, land and water based pursuits.  Some of the events included are:

- Zero Gravity Biking
- Street Surfing
- Surfkraft
- Formula Future Races
- Spray Watersports
- VW Bus Stop
- Ride 'n' Joy
- Beach

We are very much looking forward to the VW Bus Stop will have a unique convoy of Volkswagen Campers, Beach Buggies and Beetles will be coming to Eastbourne Extreme. The top collection of Classic and Custom VW's will park on the beach for the VW Bus Stop Annual Show & Shine Competition.

So come along to this exciting event and have a look at our range of vehicles that will be on display!

Tuesday 5 July 2011

Eurovans at Paddle Around the Pier




Eurovans at Paddle Around the Pier


Eurovans had a pitch at Paddle Around the Pier last Saturday and Sunday.  It was a tremendous event and the sun was shining the whole weekend which brought the crowds out and generated a lot of interest in our display of vans.  At our pitch, we had the new Amarok, a Transporter, Caravelle and Caddy. 

Overall, it was a brilliant event for Eurovans and increased awareness and interest in the brand.  We hope to see you at our next event!



Thursday 30 June 2011

Lanes Kawasaki Racing Weekend



LANES KAWASAKI SPONSORED BY EUROVANS

It was a big weekend for the Lanes Kawasaki team with Alex and James both in action.  The Lanes Kawasaki, who is sponsored by Eurovans, made the long journey to the Desert Martin Track in Northern Ireland for the 5th Round of the Maxxis British Championship and the second round of the youth MXYZ Championship.

Alex

In the MX1 Practice, Alex managed to qualify 7th which put him into the super pole where he eventually ended in 8th position, giving him a good opportunity on the start gate.  During the MX1 Race, Alex came across the line in a very respectable 4th place and in the MX2 race he was placed 5th.  In the final race, Alex finished 6th giving him 4th place overall on the day.

James

In the MXY2, James started the session on his race bike but the suspension set up wasn't to his liking so in the last 5 minutes of the qualifying session, James changed to his number 2 bike where he got one last lap in and qualified 3rd which also put him in a good position on the gate.

In the MXY2 Race 1, James finished in first place.  In the MXY2 Race 2, however, disaster struck.  James got cross rutted up the face of a jump which sent him out of the track; he landed in a deep water filled ditch which made it impossible for him to get out of and was unable to carry on the race.



Wednesday 29 June 2011

Paddle Around the Pier


Eurovans is at Paddle Around the Pier this weekend and we would like to see you there!

Europe's largest annual beach festival returns to the Brighton and Hove beachfront from Saturday 2nd July to Sunday 3rd July.  The event is absolutely free to all members of the public and the 2011 annual event is set to be bigger and better than previous years and there will be land and air sport demonstrations and exhibitions, retail stalls; live music performances and entertainment for all of the family.


This is a charitable event and all of the proceeds raised will be donated to the RNLI, the Teenage Cancer Trust and Surf Relief.  The main water based event, Paddle Around the Pier, is the world's biggest water sports raffle with hundreds of paddlers participating in 2010.  The will also be numerous land based activities occurring.  Ranging from from Skateboarding to Tai Chi & Self Defence Workshops which the public can take part in.


The weather also looks as though it will be on our side with sunshine forecasted for Saturday AND Sunday!  So why not come down and have a look and make you pop by the Eurovans pitch where we will have the new Amarok on display.  We look forward to seeing you!

For more information about the event, please visit the official Paddle Around the Pier website: http://www.paddleroundthepier.com/ 

Tuesday 28 June 2011

Macmillan's Sponsored Walk


     JACKIE’S SPONSORED WALK!
Our very own Jackie Snow will be doing a sponsored walk in aid of the Macmillan's Cancer Trust on the 3rd July.  The walk will commence from the Aqua Club in Pevensey Bay and will end at the Cooden Beach Hotel. 
Here is how you can help by sponsoring Jackie:
£143,273 - could fund a Macmillan nurse for 3 years, providing emotional and practical help to people affected by cancer and their families.
£105,333 - could fund one of Macmillan's new community based rehabilitation support teams.
£29,250 - will pay for a Macmillan benefits adviser to work in a Citizen's Advice Bureau for a year providing welfare benefits advice.
£3,333 - could keep a Macmillan cancer information and support centre stocked with all the information resources it needs to support people affected by cancer for a year.
£350 - could pay for a convalescent break for someone with cancer and their carer.
£51 - could buy a liquidizer for someone who can't eat solid food as a result of their cancer treatment.
£17.50 - could pay for one more member of a cancer support group to go on a social event with other support group members.
If you would like to sponsor the walk, please send an e-mail to the following address: jackies@eurovans.co.uk
GOOD LUCK JACKIE!

Wednesday 22 June 2011

Little Miss Sunshine


One of the most memerable  appearances of a VW Camper Van in the movie industry is in Little Miss Sunshine.  The appearance of this camper van shows that it is still an iconic, highly recognizable vehicle even in today's society.  Just imagine driving around Europe during the summer with your family or friends in a camper van, having all the windows open and feeling the warm air on your face.  What more could you ask for!

Monday 20 June 2011

Hickstead Horse Show June 23rd - 26th - We'll be there!


Eurovans Volkswagen at Hickstead from 23rd to 26th June






The summer has begun and we are making the most out of the long summer days. Eurovans Volkswagen will be based at the The Carpetright Derby at Hickstead which is one of the the most famous equestrian events in the world.  It is an iconic event, that makes heroes of its human and equine stars.  From the 23nd June to 26 June, Eurovans will be based at this tremendous equestrian events to show off some our newest range which inlcudes the new pick-up truck, the Amarok  The vehicle has a luxurious interior and has a truly versatile drive.


Not only will some of our newest vehicles be displayed, we will also be on hand to offer quotations and advice about servicing your car at Eurovans.  So come and join us at the famous Derby at Hickstead for a day of fun and drama!  We look forward to seeing you soon!