I have four kids and we our outgrowing our 1999 Mercury Villager minivan. Suggestions for something reliable and around 10-$15k (used)? Is there a database that lets me search vehicles by their interior footage? [more inside]
posted by mecran01 on Sep 11, 2009 - 20 answers

Is the sliding side-door lockable on the Volkswagen Transporter? [more inside]
posted by knapah on Sep 8, 2009 - 10 answers

Can anyone recommend a reliable, yet reasonably priced moving service/company in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by shrimpsmalls on Aug 5, 2009 - 20 answers

Can anyone recommend an auto-mechanic in downtown Toronto that will have the facilities to service a Dodge Ram class b motorhome? It is a campervan that is the size of a regular van but with a higher roof. [more inside]
posted by beccyjoe on Jul 17, 2009 - 2 answers

I am planning a trip to California late July with a friend and I wouldn't mind renting transportation to get around. Would it be feasible / possible to rent some kind of hippie van and sleep in it along the coast?
posted by baking soda on Jul 1, 2009 - 12 answers

We’re hoping to rent a camper van in Melbourne (approx April 13), drop it off in Brisbane a week later. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by bookley on Mar 25, 2009 - 10 answers

How can I tell if my '87 GMC Safari Van is up to driving from Philadelphia to Louisiana? [more inside]
posted by pantsonfire on Dec 9, 2008 - 11 answers

I'd like a referral for a service in New York City that can provide transport for six people, and luggage, from Penn Station to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. There are dozens - if not hundreds - limo services to choose from so I just need help separating the wheat from the chaff. Thanks.
posted by Man with Lantern on Sep 18, 2008 - 7 answers

Which highways (or roads) should i avoid while driving a van in NY? [more inside]
posted by raphael19 on Sep 3, 2008 - 8 answers

Can anyone provide more information about this Mies van der Rohe floor plan? [more inside]
posted by GaGaLoc on Aug 15, 2008 - 4 answers

Seeking recommendations for a work vehicle for a cabinet-maker. Is it a mini-van? Is it a station wagon? Whatever it is, it doesn't cost much... [more inside]
posted by schwap23 on May 30, 2008 - 20 answers

Bassist buys the tour van then quits the band in the middle of the tour. What's a fair way to distribute the money now that it's over? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 13, 2007 - 15 answers

I'm moving to California. What's the cheapest way to haul my crap--including a small sports car--for 1,700 miles? [more inside]
posted by dead_ on Nov 7, 2007 - 14 answers

Help me figure out what's wrong with my old crappy van. [more inside]
posted by ludwig_van on Nov 1, 2007 - 9 answers

Calling all Van Morrison fanatics. I'm trying to identify a sample of music used at the end song "A town called Paradise" on the album "No guru, no method, no teacher". I can't upload the music here (don't know how) but the sample appears 5 minutes and 18 seconds into the song. It's driving me mad cos I heard the piece before, many years ago and I can't place it. [more inside]
posted by dooabledawg on Oct 28, 2007 - 3 answers

What is today's equivalent of a VW Westfalia camper? [more inside]
posted by toastchee on Sep 21, 2007 - 12 answers

Where do we rent a van in the NY metro area to move 4 people, instruments, drums and amps for a short jaunt from Brooklyn to Philadelphia, DC and back to Brooklyn towards the end of this month? [more inside]
posted by andrewraff on Jul 13, 2007 - 7 answers

I am looking at a 1985 VW Westfalia camper van. Does anybody have experience with this year and model? Pros? Cons? Reliability? It is in great shape, everything works and the price is right. THANKS!
posted by punkfloyd on Jun 19, 2007 - 11 answers

Card players, I'd appreciate some help in dissecting a song about poker called Mr. Gold and Mr. Mud by Townes Van Zandt. [more inside]
posted by dios on Jun 15, 2007 - 21 answers

Question about cruise control vs. a special acceleration/coasting technique in terms of fuel efficiency. [more inside]
posted by Quarter Pincher on Jun 14, 2007 - 11 answers

Please recommend a mini van for my sister! She will soon be having her third kid, and the hand-me-down Buick LeSabre she drives now isn't going to cut it anymore. The tough part with this one is budget - she needs to get something for around $16k. [more inside]
posted by autojack on Mar 24, 2007 - 14 answers

Have you bought a vehicle in Spain before? Some friends and I are looking to buy a van in Spain with which to travel around Europe, and we need your help! [more inside]
posted by Acey on Mar 23, 2007 - 2 answers

What sort of classy vehicle would you recommend to tour around town with 9 passengers? [more inside]
posted by furtive on Nov 4, 2006 - 17 answers

If i want to install electrical appliances, drawing upto 6kw, in a van how do i go about this? [more inside]
posted by thegeezer3 on Aug 23, 2006 - 10 answers

My van's transmission is very sad. It's on the verge of being considered a junker car: should I repair it or buy another crappy car? [more inside]
posted by ztdavis on Aug 14, 2006 - 12 answers

Anyone know a reliable quick delivery service/van owner in Toronto (ie, same day service)? [more inside]
posted by dobbs on May 9, 2006 - 4 answers

I need a man with a van in London. [more inside]
posted by oh pollo! on Mar 28, 2006 - 4 answers

Van customization filter: Looking for someone in Dallas, Texas to customize the inside of a van to secure various real estate items. [more inside]
posted by slim on Feb 27, 2006 - 3 answers

What's the best way to transport 50 people 200 miles at a reasonable price? [more inside]
posted by mr.dan on Sep 29, 2005 - 9 answers