If you own a Mercedes Sprinter from the 2006 to 2018 model years, you may be aware of the common issue with turbo faults. With over 15 years of hands-on experience as a master tech mechanic, I've seen my fair share of these issues. Let’s delve deeper into what causes these faults, typical signs to look out for, and the standard repair process.
The Mercedes Sprinter's turbo system is crucial for enhancing engine efficiency and performance by forcing extra compressed air into the combustion chamber. However, several factors can lead to its malfunction. These often include:
Wear and Tear: General degradation over time due to high mileage or poor maintenance can lead to failures.
Clogged or Damaged Turbocharger: Foreign particles or oil residues can clog or damage the turbocharger, leading to impaired functionality.
Exhaust Issues: Problems in the exhaust system, like leaks or blockages, can impact turbo performance.
When the turbo encounters problems, the symptoms can be quite conspicuous. Decreased engine power, excessive exhaust smoke, abnormal noises from the turbo area, and increased oil consumption are telltale signs. Furthermore, the engine’s warning lights might illuminate, indicating the need for immediate attention.
Repairing a turbo fault involves diagnosing the exact cause of the issue, which typically requires a skilled technician and specific diagnostic tools. Once identified, the repair might range from replacing components like hoses or seals to a complete turbo replacement. Depending on the severity, this can be both time-consuming and costly.
Considering the complexity and potential high costs of repairing a Mercedes Sprinter turbo fault, you might wonder if keeping the van is your best option. Have you thought about selling your vehicle instead? At Vandervan, we offer a swift and straightforward service to purchase your van. Just imagine receiving an accurate quote in just 30 seconds and having your van collected the very next day from anywhere in the UK, with immediate payment to a bank account of your choice.
With Vandervan, you can avoid the hassle and uncertainty of costly repairs and instead put that value towards a new or newer vehicle that meets your needs without the looming worry of future mechanical failures.
Interested in learning more about how easy it is to sell your Mercedes Sprinter or getting an valuation? Visit Vandervan for all the information you need, or contact us directly to discuss your options. Choose ease and reliability with Vandervan - we handle everything, so you don’t have to worry.
At Vandervan, we value your time and strive to provide a service that reflects precision, efficiency, and trustworthiness, ensuring you get the best possible outcome for your van-selling needs.
Definitely. In-fact, we recommend it. Come visit our Hub location to explore our vans in stock, inspect and test drive any vehicle we have for sale.
It is free to sell your van to vandervan. We do not charge any fees for our buying service.
You can sell your van to vandervan as quickly as the same day. We operate from 8am to 8pm, serving customers nationwide.
We can pay for any vehicle using an instant bank transfer. We are however flexible, and accommodating should someone need to sell their van cash.
We buy any van, including those with expired or failed MOT tests. No matter the condition of your van, we are prepared to make you an offer, helping you move on without the hassle of repairs or retests.
We buy any van, including those with mechanical issues. Whether your van has engine problems, transmission troubles, or any other type of mechanical issues, we're ready to make you an offer.
We buy any van and collect it from you. We accept collection locations including your home, work or a garage of your choice.
We buy any van including those with bodywork issues. Whether your van has dents, scratches, or more significant damage, we’re interested in making you an offer.
Yes, you can indeed sell your financed van with vandervan even if it's under a Hire Purchase (HP) or Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) agreement.
If you decide to sell your financed van, the initial step is to obtain a 'settlement figure' from your lender, which you can usually find in a settlement letter. Following that, get a valuation for your van.
Our team will walk you through the settlement process.
We do not charge any fees. There are no admin charges or anything like that. Just your van, your money, instantly.
By selling your van through our service, you join a robust network of over 4,000 verified dealers.
This can often result in a more favourable price compared to part exchange, where you might find yourself confined to a single dealer’s assessment, which might not accurately represent the real market value of your van.
Part exchanges often result in less favourable outcomes for sellers, particularly if the dealer is not intending to retail your van and plans to pass it along instead.
However, with our van buying service, you stand a better chance of obtaining a great price.
The process with us is quick and straightforward. Simply start with a free valuation and contrast this with your part exchange offer. You might be delighted to find how much more you could get from using our service than you’d get from a part exchange!
As a van buying service, we encourage you to maintain detailed records of all your service history.
This helps us offer you a fair and accurate price when you decide to sell your van.
Providing documentation of consistent maintenance and early resolution of any issues allows us to confidently assess the van's condition, ensuring you get the best possible offer.
There are numerous van buying sites available, but our service stands out by being remarkably fast, easy, and rewarding.
Our free, instant valuation leverages real-time van market data to ensure maximum accuracy. We also include complimentary home collection and fast payment without charging any fees or commissions.
We are proud to have received a 5-star and ‘Excellent’ ratings from thousands of satisfied customers. Get started by valuing your van with us today!
All we need is a copy of your driving license, finance settlement letter (if the van has outstanding finance), any service records and the V5 logbook.
If you don't have the V5 logbook, see "Can I sell my van with no V5 Logbook" below.
We buy any van, literally. Every van has a value, new or old, running or not.
We buy any van make or model, and any body type. Get a valuation today and see if we can help you sell your van.
Fortunately, we buy any van even if they do not have a logbook, although it is advantageous if you have a full V5 Logbook, or at least the green New Keeper Slip.
It makes it tougher to sell to our network of 4000+ verified dealers, as we have to wait for the DVLA to process a V62 application (usually 6 weeks), so our valuations reflect the delay in sale and storage costs while rectifying missing V5 logbooks.
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