Mini Buses By Ford

Ford Motor Company offers their 'minibus' in a 12, 15 and 17 seat version which follows their usual size ranges, this gives their customers a good selection of choices.

There is also a good selection of engine options available as well as front or rear wheel drive. Ford Motor Company offers a whole lot of optional extras plus they give you with a good standard option model that includes power assisted steering, left hand sliding side door and step and heated rear windows. There is a passenger assist grab handle and side and rear door step lighting as well as non slip passenger steps for ease of entry.

All Transit Minibuses have a 'Safeguard' passive anti-theft system immobilizer, high security locks and a visible Vehicle Identification Number. The interior design of the Transit Minibus is utilitarian, it is tough and durable, although not a thing of beauty, it is a thing of use. This vehicle is built in this fashion as a response to the needs and desires of buyers in this sector. The quality assures that the Transit Minibus is unlikely to come apart at every seam with rough treatment or prolonged usage. Along with a petrol engine, there is also an option for a diesel powered engine in either a 2.0 or 2.4 litre turbo diesel version, there is also a choice of TDdi or TDCi engine technology. TDdi is a conventional turbocharged diesel engine while the TDCi engine is the more advanced common rail configuration. Ford Motor Company's goal has been to push down the cost of ownership while also improving fuel economy and reducing maintenance costs by bringing the service intervals to every 15,000 miles.

The Ford Minibus has a good ventilation system that is easy to use. They are positioned high up in the dashboard allowing more room for the radio cassette/cd player audio system and added storage for drinks, documents and mobile phones. The vehicle is easy to handle and nice to drive.

The ABS braking system that comes standard in all models is responsive and the handling is somewhat nimble for the class of vehicle, made even better by the traction control on the more powerful 2.4 litre models. The ride is comfortable and the steering systems, responds quickly. This Minibus would be well placed amongst the best driving panel vans currently for sale. The exterior of this minibus isn't beautiful but its not ugly either. It has a sleek, sloped font end that is somewhat sporty looking and this adds to the aerodynamics of the vehicle. The high roofline means lots of headroom for people moving about in the cabin. The wheelbase of this vehicle is well set, balancing the vehicle well on the tyres, this accounts for a goodly portion of the vehicles handling prowess for the class of vehicle it is.

This vehicle isn't likely to turn heads or even catch an eye, unless you're waiting for a ride on it. It is for all intents and purposes a nicely designed vehicle that offers quality, comfort and durability. What more could you ask for from a vehicle of this nature?