This means a range of off-the-shelf Crafter dropsides and tippers are now available to drive away from Van Centres.
All Engineered to go bodies are manufactured specifically for Volkswagen by Ingimex and are supplied with European Whole Vehicle Type Approval and three years manufacturer warranties.
Each body is made using a galvanised steel sub-frame, resin-coated birch plywood decks and anodised aluminium side and tail panels. The Crafter range includes panel vans with load volumes of up to 17m3 and window vans with up to eight passenger seats.
As part of its on-going commitment to working with its partners, Volkswagen has also launched a Bodybuilder Database to the UK conversion market. The database, which was launched in early November, provides Bodybuilders with a direct link to the factory enabling access to technical guidelines, information and CAD drawings helping them to design and develop their own products.
‘The Crafter chassis has always offered the ideal blend of big payloads and customisation options but – for some of our customers – an off-the-shelf model suits their business needs perfectly,’ explained Andrew Waite, head of sales operations for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
‘Driving off the forecourt with one of our Engineered to go Crafters means customers can swiftly get the vehicles they need with the additional peace-of-mind that the accompanying body is hard-wearing, corrosion-resistant and recognised for its quality and durability.
‘All of which not only enhances the day-to-day experience of using the vehicles, but also boosts their resale values, too,’ he added.