Van Gap Insurance

According to data from the Department for Transport (DfT), there were 4.1 million vans in Great Britain in 2019 – an increase of 93% over the last quarter of a century. The DfT also reports that vans covered 55.5 billion miles in 2019, representing a rise of 106% when compared to statistics from 25 years ago.

With vans becoming increasingly commonplace on our roads, it’s more important than ever that van drivers have the appropriate protection in place. They need to be able to get behind the wheel with complete peace of mind that if anything should happen, they’ll be comprehensively covered.

That’s where a Van Gap Insurance policy from Direct Gap comes in. Read on to find out more about what it covers, how it works and how to get a quote from us in a matter of seconds.

  • 30-day money-back guarantee
  • Deferred start date option for new vans
  • No mileage restrictions during life of policy
  • Commitment to settle claims within 10 days
  • No claim limits on vans up to £50,000
  • All named drivers covered

What is Van Gap Insurance?

If your van is written off in an accident or is stolen, Gap Insurance covers the difference between your motor insurer’s settlement and the amount you paid for the vehicle in the first place. It will also cover any outstanding finance payments and, depending on the type of policy you have, could enable you to return to the road in a van to the same original specifications.

Taking out Gap Insurance for vans can be a sensible move, because your vehicle will depreciate over time. If it is written off, your insurance company will only pay out in line with its value at that time, not the original purchase price. That difference could easily run into thousands of pounds, so it makes good sense to add that extra layer of protection.

How does Gap Insurance for vans work?

Let’s say you bought a new van for £30,000. A few years later, its value has dropped to £20,000 due to natural depreciation. If it is stolen or written off at that point, your motor insurers would pay a settlement equal to its current market worth. So, you receive £20,000 but that still leaves you £10,000 out of pocket. A Van Gap Insurance policy pays that difference – including any outstanding finance arrangements – so that you’re not left counting the cost.

What are the different types of Gap Insurance for vans?

We want to make sure you find the right Gap Insurance for your van. Check out our various policy types below and see which form of cover might be best suited to you and your vehicle.

  • Finance/Contract Hire: Covers the difference between your insurance settlement and the amount you have left to pay on your finance agreement.
  • Return to Invoice: Pays the difference between your motor insurer’s settlement and the original purchase price of your van.
  • Vehicle Replacement: Covers the difference between your settlement and the cost of a replacement van matching the same original specifications.
  • Agreed Value: Pays the difference between your insurance settlement and the Glass’s Guide retail price at the time you purchased the policy.

How much is Gap Insurance for a van?

There are no set fees for our policies – the price you are quoted will depend on a number of factors, including the initial cost of your vehicle and the period of cover. We can provide commercial van Gap Insurance, campervan Gap Insurance as well as Gap Insurance for lease vans and it’s perfectly straightforward to get a quote.

Just hit the button below, follow the two simple steps and you’ll have your estimate in a matter of seconds.

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Are there any exclusions?

There are some vehicles that we do not cover and, as with any policy, there are some situations where your Van Gap Insurance would be invalidated. For example:

  • We only offer Gap Insurance for vans up to 3,500kg GVW.
  • If you use your van for a hire and reward scheme, such as a haulier or courier, this policy is not applicable.
  • We do not cover any vans over 10 years old or with more than 100,000 miles.
  • If your van is written off while the driver is under the influence of drugs, alcohol or prescription medication (where they have been advised against driving), your policy will be invalidated.
  • If your van is stolen due to negligence, such as the keys being left in the ignition, you will not be covered.

Please see your policy wording for a full list of exclusions. You should also note that for company van Gap Insurance, the policyholder must be a limited company registered in the UK.

Why choose Direct Gap for Van Gap Insurance?

Here are just some of the reasons why we’re regarded among the best Van Gap Insurance providers in the country:

  • Knowledge: We understand vans, drivers and the type of cover they need. Our team are experts in the field and all claims are dealt with in-house, so you’ll never be passed around a call centre.
  • Flexibility: Whether it’s commercial van Gap Insurance, campervan Gap Insurance or Gap Insurance for a lease van, we’ll do everything we can to help you find a policy that suits you and your vehicle.
  • Responsibility: We’re fully regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority and we adhere to only the highest ethical standards.
  • Integrity: Our team don’t make any commission from sales of Van Gap Insurance, so you can be sure they only want what’s best for you.
  • Service: Our customers are our number one priority. We pride ourselves on the way we treat our people and you can see from our testimonials here and below how much that is appreciated.

Get Gap Insurance for your van today

Your van is important to you, so it’s only right that you give it the protection it deserves – not to mention that priceless peace of mind for yourself too. It’s perfectly simple to get a Van Gap Insurance quote from us – just hit the button below and follow the two easy steps.

And if you have any questions, just give us a call on 01422 756100. A member of our expert, friendly team will be on hand to help you out.

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See what our customers are saying about us

Geoffrey Hayes 10 Nov 2022

55 star rating

Easy to purchase very helpful and friendly telephone conversation, very reassuring

Stuart Weatherdon 8 Jun 2023

55 star rating

Straight forward to buy & much cheaper than the dealer...👍 hopefully I will never need it, but its peace of mind if the unthinkable should happen...

Dave Wilkinson 6 Sep 2023

55 star rating

Very straight-forward and a compoetitive price.

natasha badger 28 Oct 2023

55 star rating

Easy to use and half the cost the dealership wanted for a gap policy

Christine Davies 14 Sep 2023

55 star rating

Straightforward application process. Competitive premium rates. Have dealt with company before.

Syed Mubarak Syed Ahmad 16 Aug 2023

55 star rating

It was very easy to get the cover and the whole transaction took less than 10 minutes to complete.

Michael Voyzey 4 Jan 2024

55 star rating

Really easy to purchase a Gap Insurance Policy this is my second one with Direct Gap

Julian Portman 26 Jan 2024

55 star rating

Very easy to arrange. Competitive price. Used with two previous cars.

Beverley Williams 10 Nov 2022

55 star rating

Competitive prices + straightforward to purchase

Robert Illingworth 29 Jun 2022

55 star rating

Easy to do and is very comprehensive.

Michael Thompson 28 May 2022

55 star rating

Phoned first and had a very good chat with consultant who explained everything I needed to know. Hopefully will never need it...but life sometimes throws up the unexpected.

Graham W Beds 6 Aug 2022

55 star rating

Nice website, clear & acurate descriptions plus its half the price of the car dealers!

Martin Priest 26 Jan 2023

55 star rating

Polite and informative, easy to contact and talk to and the products are cheaper than the dealer

Dragos Anton 9 Nov 2022

55 star rating

Great company! Will definitely recommend to family and friends!

Gillian Millar 12 Jan 2023

55 star rating

Nice and easy website and good value compared to main dealer.

Richard. Alan. Smith 16 Jul 2023

55 star rating

Second time used for gap insurance, no hassle just straight forward application process and a sensible cost. Would highly recommend.

Michael Jackson 25 Apr 2022

55 star rating

The customer service and the impartial advice was excellent.

Anca Riglea 25 Aug 2022

55 star rating

Super easy to follow the website and purchase the insurance. Comparing to others, Direct Gap is so so affordable Amazing customer service

James Batchelor 19 Dec 2013

55 star rating

High on Google search and competitive against others mentioned by Which.

Margaret Mcgrath 18 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Super helpful.

Lynne Barber 6 Sep 2019

55 star rating

Easy webpage to navigate. Comprehensive easy to understand comparison quotes. Saved £110 on previous quote like for like.

Wendy James 30 Nov 2017

55 star rating

Very easy to use and competitive. Also recommended by a member of the family who also has secured this insurance.

J Baker 18 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Was the site I found after reading the which consumer website. Easy to use site and covered what I needed at a better price than already been offered.

John Gibson 18 Dec 2013

55 star rating

A lot cheaper than a similar product offered by the car dealer

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