VW Van Centre:
Tradesman Gets £5000 Boost
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has presented a tradesman from Mansfield with a £5,000 business boost just for taking a test drive.
Kevin Burton, owner of K & B Installations, which specialises in fitted kitchens and bathrooms, entered the commercial vehicle prize draw after test driving a Volkswagen Crafter from Gilder Van Centre in Sheffield.
The competition was aimed at giving a financial boost to tradesmen and van drivers' businesses while showcasing the benefits, capabilities and versatility of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' largest vehicle, the Crafter.
The self-employed fitter, who has been in business for over 24 years, provides an all-inclusive service as he is a qualified plumber, electrician and plasterer. As an authorised fitter for B&Q, Mr Burton works within a 50 miles radius of Mansfield and has always enjoyed the independence of working for himself.
Speaking of his win, Mr Burton explained: "I was completely shocked when I was told I had won. I test drove the Crafter at Gilder Van Centre, and filled in the entry form and never gave it a second thought.
"I'm a real advocate of the Volkswagen range, my last vehicle was a Transporter which I found very reliable and it drove like a car. I simply needed a larger van to meet my growing business needs and with all of this in mind, the Crafter seemed the ideal choice.
"The money will go towards upgrading my tools as well as investing in new equipment which will help make my job easier."
Simon Elliott, director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, said: "We were delighted to hand over the prize to Kevin and very pleased that he has chosen Volkswagen for his replacement vehicle."
"The Crafter test drive offer was available across the entire Volkswagen Van Centre network to celebrate the refined features and more economical fuel consumption of the Crafter range.
With short, medium and long wheelbases plus low, high or extra high roofs, the comprehensive Crafter range suits all businesses. The new optional Stop/Start function has been introduced on the new models offering even further fuel savings with reduced emissions, noise and engine wear.
For further details on the Crafter range, plus finance offers, and locations of the nationwide network of Volkswagen Van Centres visit http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafteror call 0800 717131.
