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Hello,

I am looking to purchase either a Pathfinder or Crusader (probably 02/03 model) and would like to know what the extra costs could be e.g. insurance, servicing, breakdown cover.

Any comments would be appreciated.

We've got a '97 Cardinal - insurance will vary depending on how much equipment you have, how it's secured etc (I believe it's normal for them to insist on a hitch lock when parked, and a wheel clamp as well will reduce the excess if it is stolen) for our I think the insurance is about £110.

Breakdown cover is included on our car breakdown policy.

We insured our 2005 Pathfinder through Richard Keen the brokers. The sum insured was £8500 and it cost £209 for the year.

Hope this helps.

If it helps - we love our Pathfinder. Its so easy to pull and manouver and it comes with all the comfort of a caravan.

Adi

Hi PAEH,

You couldn't make a better choice in terms of folding camper than either of the ones you have mentioned.  The FC costs about the same in terms of insurance and storage and servicing as a caravan, Jan is quite right the increase only kicks in with travelling with a caravan.  The FC is only charged for at the same rate as cars on the French motorways whereas caravanners pay a premium.  The fuel costs also increase with towing and you will pay the same as a caravanner for crossing the Channel.

Enjoy whatever you decide to do!

Quote: Originally posted by saahjane&jason on 07/6/2006

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Lisa been out in that pathfinder yet? still waiting on your gallery update so i can have a nossy, as we are hoping to sell our sterling and upgrade to a pathfinder in the coming seasons.

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