Is van life for you?
Vans are no longer the remit of builders and tradesmen – more and more people in the UK are opting for a van so they can carry their kit for fun-seeking days out.
Whether it’s surfers heading to the coast, camping-loving families looking for the perfect pitching spot, or mountain-bikers heading up hill to hurtle back down on two wheels, private van use is a growing trend.
So if van life is appealing to you, here’s everything you need to know about getting the right cover for your new ride.
Great reasons to choose Admiral Private Van Insurance
New and improved
Our 5 Star Defaqto-rated comprehensive cover includes New Vehicle Replacement as standard.
All types of vans
Small, transit and vans up to 3.5 tonnes - we cover them all
9.5/10 for service
Our customers score our service 9.5/10 (2019 SMS response from new customers)
Levels of Private Van Insurance cover
While Admiral offers four different levels of cover, if you’re using your van just for fun, and you’re not commuting or making a living from it, you'll need Social cover.
It’s the perfect option if you plan to use your van for:
- Leisure activities that need a bit more space, like as surfing and fishing
- Family trips
- Band practice with your mates
If you plan on working or commuting, you’ll need to choose one of our other options: Own Goods, Carriage of goods for hire and reward or Social and Commuting.
Next, you’ll need to decide how much cover you need. Just like car insurance, you can choose from:
- Comprehensive
- Third Party, Fire and Theft
- Third Party Only
Features and benefits
Our comprehensive policies include these features and benefits as standard.
Windscreen Repair
Policyholders are eligible for the repair and replacement of windscreens (excess applies).
Courtesy Van
Use of a courtesy van whilst your van is being repaired at an Admiral approved garage.
European Cover
Up to 90 days' cover in Europe so you can enjoy a driving holiday in France without having to arrange extra cover.
£5,000 Personal Injury Cover |
Get £5,000 of personal injury cover for you and your partner. |
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Sat-Nav and Personal Belongings Cover |
If your personal belongings or effects are damaged or stolen while in your van, we'll pay up to £200 to help you replace them. |
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24 Hour Emergency Helpline |
Comprehensive and third party, fire & theft customers can call if they have an incident and we're liable for the damage. |
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Bonus Match |
Insure a second van with us and, in most cases, we'll match your No Claims Bonus on that vehicle as well. |
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Stereo Cover |
Unlimited cover for your vehicle's standard, permanently fitted audio or visual equipment. |
Other levels of Private Van Insurance cover
If you don’t feel you need the full protection comprehensive cover offers, you can choose one of the following instead:
Third Party, Fire & Theft
Covers your van for damage caused by fire or theft but not if it’s damaged in another way, such as a crash. Admiral will pay out to the other driver if you're involved in an incident.
Third Party Only
This is the minimum cover you can get and protects you if you damage someone's property or you injure them while driving. It also covers your passengers if they suffer an injury while in your van. You aren’t covered if your van’s stolen or damaged in a fire.
Private Van Insurance Quote
When you're comparing prices for van insurance for personal use, it’s not all about choosing the insurer offering cheap van insurance - price shouldn't be your main deciding factor as you may not be getting the best cover available.
What you need to get a quick private van insurance quote
To get your quick van insurance quote, have the following bits of info to hand:
- Van registration number and detailsWe'll need to know the number of seats, details of when you bought the van and if it has any security features
- Driver detailsHere we'll ask for the driver's name, address, job and driving history - things like claims and motoring offences
- Type of coverYou'll need to know what type of cover you want for your commercial van as well as your estimated mileage and where the van will be kept overnight
Top 10 vans with Admiral Private Van Insurance
Ford Transit |
Mitsubishi L200 |
VW Transporter |
Vauxhall Vivar |
Ford Ranger |
Nissan Nivara |
VW Caddy |
Vauxhall Combo |
Citroën Berlingo |
Mercedes Vito |
Make sure you pick the right cover and policy upgrades for your van
Find out more about our types of Van Insurance cover.
Personalise your cover with our policy upgrades
Find out more about our Van Insurance upgrades, which can be easily added to your cover.
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Hire Vehicle Cover
Stay on the road if your van’s written off or stolen
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Personal Injury
Cover if you’re injured, even when you’re in someone else’s van
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Motor Legal Protection
Help with legal costs if you're involved in a non-fault accident and your claim’s likely to succeed.
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Breakdown
Take advantage of our 24/7 response team 365 days a year if you breakdown
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Van Contents Cover
Protect your precious cargo with this policy upgrade