2008 Coachman Pastiche 520/4

[C0ffin D0dger]

Hi all knowledgeable caravanners of PH,

I seriously considering a van purchase, we need a 4 berth van for me, the wife, and a 4 & 6 year old.

Seen this Coachman at a local dealers and it generally seems ideal but also at the top end of our budget. Generally in good condition but a few minor niggles which I guess are to be expected at this age and price (£7500). The main one is where the lid locks to the front on the gas locker the plastic is cracked meaning it doesn't sit completely flush, would this be an easy repair? First impressions of the dealers is that they seem honest and on the level. I'd obviously be giving the van a much more significant inspection + a prod with a damp meter before making an offer.

Talk me into / out of it!

Thanks.

[C0ffin D0dger]

Well we put a deposit down on it at the weekend. No quibbles from the dealers regarding fixing the few minor niggles it had with it. As another posted on here dealer put together a starter pack for us (water, waste, battery, gas, step, etc.) and knocked a few £ of the screen price.

Shed dragging here we come. Already planning to create a rolling roadblock on the A14 over Easter