Caravan buying help, I have no idea

Caravan buying help, I have no idea

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sidekickdmr

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5,163 posts

220 months

Saturday 8th September 2018
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Hey guys,

Based on the advice on this thread:

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

Im looking for a caravan, my only requirements are:

Well insulated with, ideally electric heating

Clean and spacious, I know modern wont happen, but one can hope.

And ultimately, a good investment, a good price, as its the end of the season, on the basis that I can sell it for the same come spring/summer next year.

budget, say £2,000

Thanks smile

sidekickdmr

Original Poster:

5,163 posts

220 months

Saturday 8th September 2018
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Oh yes, based in North Devon 🙂

Blakeatron

2,552 posts

187 months

Saturday 8th September 2018
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There are loads - for £2k just get in ebay, 4-6berth nearest first!

Most will have a simple gas heater, but the bottle lasts ages and will take hardly anytime to heat the van - or just get a small oul filled plug in rad.

For what you want maybe look for one with L shaped seating in the rear as they normally have a small table area in the back and a larger seating/table area in the front.

Ones that have been serviced will be a better bet damp wise.


mini95

242 posts

259 months

Saturday 8th September 2018
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There is a place in the Chivenor Business Park between Barnstaple and Braunton that would be worth a look to see if he has anything for sale at that price range.

Chrisgr31

14,036 posts

269 months

Sunday 16th September 2018
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We found a trip to the north west was well worth it. Plenty more vans available and a lot more places selling m, at a lot less, but then we are in the south east.

Whats the proposed use? If you are going to have electric supplied, use the gas to bring the caravan up to temperature, then swap to electric to maintain it. Same withe fridge.

martin-95sd2

29 posts

120 months

Sunday 16th September 2018
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Have a look at Mid Devon Caravans they might have something for you.

Wacky Racer

39,707 posts

261 months

Sunday 16th September 2018
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Rule number 1 Check the walls for DAMP

Rule number 2 Never forget rule number 1