New van to pick up in these 'essential travel only times'

[bluebenz1]

What would 'Cummings' do?. I ordered a new Ducato Xlh3 back in a non lock down period last year, It is now ready for collection 2.5hrs drive from me. I have an injured right ankle. My wife doesn't feel comfortable collecting the van on her own. 2 people getting a train from London to Chesterfield to collect a New van and drive back to London......allowed or nor allowed????

 

[Podney]

No,I don’t think that would be classed as essential.

You wouldn’t be able to use it anyway. Just have to wait methinks.

 

[Two on Tour]

In the words of Harry Callahan ................. "Ask yourself one question, Do I feel lucky?' Well, do you, punk?"

 

[Wikky]

This wouldn't be classed as essential travel. I'm sure you'd make it on to the BBC news if caught. Perhaps ask the company if they'll deliver it.
You can't use it at the mo so just wait until the situation eases. Frustrating though.

 

[bluebenz1]

PS, It's a bare van not yet a motorhome, to be converted by me at my property.

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[RGCH999]

If you havent already paid in full, I would suggest you ask the company if they are able to deliver it for you. I’m sure they want the balance of payment as quickly as possible, and they are allowed to deliver during lockdown. If you dont ask you don’t get, I’ve got a used van being delivered next week from a company 3 hours away. Offer to pay the fuel or even a return train ticket for the driver. Well worth it.

 

[Jim]

The only way to get your van legally is to get them to deliver it.

 

[bluebenz1]

This from 'driving uk' web site.​

Cars can be sold via click and collect in England and Wales​

However, the government has permitted dealerships to operate a “click and collect” service, meaning that you can place your order online and collect the car from the dealership, or have them deliver it to you, in a contact-free manner. This could prove to be a critical service for those who need to replace their cars in order to carry out essential travel during lockdown.

 

[bluebenz1]

everything I read indicates the collecting a new vehicle is allowed, especially as it was ordered in a non lock down period. I will enquire about it being delivered, but don't hold much hope...I'm not looking for a way around the guidance rule's just what is reasonable...I could take a Covid test every day three day's before collection then isolate when home....I'll give Cummings a ring !!!!

 

[Coolcats]

You have to ask yourself is it essential, if your going to use it for an essential service probably would be, but sounds like you have made your mind up about collecting it.

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[eddie]

It can’t be essential to collect a motorcaravan that your not allowed to use once collected.

Also two people making a journey, as you have a dodgy ankle, would be easy, wait till your better, and you halve the potential fines at least

However, if you have read something that suggests different perhaps you could share the source and enlighten us all?

Certainly gov.uk web site says it’s not essential

 

[Lenny HB]

If the dealer was a few miles away I think it would be fine but 2½ hr drive no way.

 

[bluebenz1]

Coronavirus: Can I buy a car during lockdown? (updated)

With Britain's exit from lockdown now firmly underway, people are once again turning their thoughts to driving,

www.driving.co.uk

This article reads, Gov allowed collection vehicle's

 

[The Wino]

everything I read indicates the collecting a new vehicle is allowed, especially as it was ordered in a non lock down period. I will enquire about it being delivered, but don't hold much hope...I'm not looking for a way around the guidance rule's just what is reasonable...I could take a Covid test every day three day's before collection then isolate when home....I'll give Cummings a ring !!!!

I don't see how the fact you ordered it before lockdown comes into whether it's ok to travel to collect it. I haven't seen any excemptions for that reason. If you have another vehicle and it's a hobby converting it then it's no different to ordering say a greenhouse and travelling that far to collect it.

 

[bluebenz1]

It can’t be essential to collect a motorcaravan that your not allowed to use once collected.

Also two people making a journey, as you have a dodgy ankle, would be easy, wait till your better, and you halve the potential fines at least

However, if you have read something that suggests different perhaps you could share the source and enlighten us all?

Certainly gov.uk web site says it’s not essential

It's a bare van..to be converted by myself at my property.

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[bluebenz1]

I don't see how the fact you ordered it before lockdown comes into whether it's ok to travel to collect it. I haven't seen any excemptions for that reason. If you have another vehicle and it's a hobby converting it then it's no different to ordering say a greenhouse and travelling that far to collect it.

Absolutely agree with you....thats why I'm trying to get to the bottom of what is allowed and not....

 

[Lenny HB]

It's a bare van..to be converted by myself at my property.

Should have said that in your first post, I think that would probably be OK but only one of you should go.

 

[bluebenz1]

If you havent already paid in full, I would suggest you ask the company if they are able to deliver it for you. I’m sure they want the balance of payment as quickly as possible, and they are allowed to deliver during lockdown. If you dont ask you don’t get, I’ve got a used van being delivered next week from a company 3 hours away. Offer to pay the fuel or even a return train ticket for the driver. Well worth it.

That's a very good suggestion will be calling tomorrow.....Cheers

 

[bluebenz1]

Should have said that in your first post, I think that would probably be OK but only one of you should go.

Yes I should have.........one needs to be very clear....will do better in future....

 

[Gaston aires]

A bit of a conundrum this. I would be itching to start work on this a really good lockdown project. I think some answers from the authorities would help. Click and collect is allowed but in your case ?
Phil

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[The Wino]

Coronavirus: Can I buy a car during lockdown? (updated)

With Britain's exit from lockdown now firmly underway, people are once again turning their thoughts to driving,

www.driving.co.uk

This article reads, Gov allowed collection vehicle's

I think this bit in the article is important


This could prove to be a critical service for those who need to replace their cars in order to carry out essential travel during lockdown.

I think if you're stopped and can reasonably show thats why you are travelling you are likely to have a reasonable explanation.
Our son is buying a remote house in Scotland and we are giving him out previous car. We had it serviced and snow tyres on ready for him to collect at Christmas. Its still on the drive it's not essential.

 

[Zoobec]

I don’t think there is any way you could read the rules to make it fit you being allowed to collect it. Maybe a car is allowed to be collected on click and collect but only if it’s the person’s only form of essential travel. And that would be if it was a local journey.

 

[Charlie57]

Cancel the order then reorder online, click and collect is allowed isn't it?

 

[dunnah01]

The train ride would be a no for me so picking van up would be a no no - even if permitted under guidance.

 

[Spriddler]

If you have to ask, it isn't essential but I would pursue the delivery option.
It's a long way coming back but maybe get the week's shopping en route?

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[MR BLO]

Hi bluebenz1 Mr. Cummings would not pick it up now subsequent to the backlash and ridicule that he received in LD1 unless the vehicle is essential for key worker status daily travel.
I don’t think it matters if it is a bare van or a motorhome? If the vehicle is not for essential travel once you have click and collected then the trip to collect it is not deemed essential either. The very article that you shared concluded with this.
I can empathise with your situation - you have paid for the vehicle and now it’s ready you just want to crack on with your exciting project. If it were me in your shoes, I would arrange delivery of the vehicle as previously suggested. That way you stay within the law, you do not expose yourself to any unnecessary CV risk and you have more chance of flagging vehicle flaws or concerns with a detailed PDI of the vehicle at your premises than you do on the forecourt.
Good luck with the project, I look forward to seeing some photos on here soon.

 

[Mikey RV]

As you have a bad foot why would you want to be driving it back anyway and getting in and off trains. If the dealer want their money I am sure they would arrange for it to be delivered. Even at your cost it’s still better than risking your health. The cost of two train tickets would go along way towards the delivery costs.

 

[sonny]

Having my campervan delivered by transporter £400 and safe

 

[Westbarn1]

Bought a new Honda bike from a dealer 200 miles away a couple of weeks ago, paid a deposit and said cannot collect until allowed to travel, or you can deliver, they delivered!
Left my car in Germany 8 weeks ago, having travelled over to collect my Hyme, I intended to fly back to collect the car, but circumstances led to 2 subsequent flight cancellations and re-booking to 1/4/21. Least week I bit the bullet and haVe arranged for it to be collected and delivered to home by a vehicle shipper.
My opinion, if you need it that badly, get it delivered, it’s not worth either breaking the current law or getting sick.
And, good luck with your conversion.

 

[Tombola]

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However, the government has permitted dealerships to operate a “click and collect” service, meaning that you can place your order online and collect the car from the dealership, or have them deliver it to you, in a contact-free manner. This could prove to be a critical service for those who need to replace their cars in order to carry out essential travel during lockdown.

What I have made bold says all you need to know doesnt it.

Im with you, Id be itching to get started but you are asking for the rules and there they are above.
"replace your car for essential travel "
not

"pick up a van to convert to a camper"

Not having a go.... just stating for what you asked.

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