I know this is done a lot but I have no idea on vans, I need to transport dogs x3, bikes x2 or 3 camping gear, various other sports gear. no kids, so i am considering a van as i have had estate cars before. the van would be used every day as a commute, so cant be huge.

I like the idea of ones with sliding doors on both sides but other than that i am clueless.

any one recommend one? and what are my chances of second hand with out getting a trashed one?

TA STW oracle

I would suggest searching the word 'van' on the forum and about 5 recent threads will be at your disposal.

Not sure if they are being sold off yet, but watch BT Fleet as the current fleet of Vivaros have twin sliding doors. Otherwise, twin doors are relatively rare.