The White Van Man now has a sportier option, thanks to the launch of Ford Transit's new SportVan. Without a doubt The Ford Transit has been the solution for any van driver's needs. With different wheelbases, roof heights, a diverse choice of engines and special conversions it can be tailored to meet your specific needs. But now there's another model, a head-turning limited edition model - the Ford Transit SportVan.




The SportVan builds on the Ford Transit's attractive looks with a number of self-assured modifications. From twin exhaust

pipes, spoilers, extended wheelarches and side skirts, 18 inch "snowflake pattern" alloys with low profile tyres, and a bumper which incorporates fog lights and a step to aid windscreen cleaning.  It was initially only available in Performance Blue, which is Ford's trademark colour for many of its sport-orientated cars. The most striking enhancement - a pair of thick white stripes on the bonnet, bringing images of Ford's GT to mind.

The great news is that it's now available in other colours: Panther Black with silver stripes, Sea Grey with silver stripes and most significantly for the "White Van Man" Frozen White with blue stripes.

It's practical too with a payload of more than 900kg of cargo in its 5.62 cubic meter rear load space and numerous storage cubby-holes and cup holders.  It drives well, with suspension capable of coping with almost a tonne of cargo.  The steering is effortless and there's less bodyroll than expected. Safety features come as standard, including ABS, ESP and driver and outermost passenger airbags.

The standard features in the cab are air conditioning, cruise control, power windows, heated and electric mirrors, 'steering-mounted' controls for the six-CD changer, tinted glass, leather steering wheel and gear knob and a perimeter alarm. Velour trim is standard though leather seating is an optional extra.

Other standard equipment includes power deadlocks, rain-sensing wipers, auto headlights and load area protection kit. Optional extras include a Satellite Navigation FX system with a five-inch colour screen.

And what's under the bonnet? Well it's powered by a 138bhp 2.2-litre TDCi diesel engine through a six-speed transmission. Now bear in mind that you're getting approximately £3,000 worth of extras for about an extra £2,000, it appears to be good value for money.  Unfortunately numbers are still limited so you'd better act sharp if this is the van for you.