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When you decide what you are after look at e bay and similar sites. I managed to get a Charisma 550 four berth, one year old, serviced, used once, fully kitted out, for five thousand less than the new price, plus I did not have to buy a thing for it. I was very happy with the deal as was the seller.

One word of advice though, if you take this route check the van out thoroughly with the relevant agencies.  

Make sure you look at plenty of different lay outs first to see what suits your needs, we personally have only ever had end washrooms as OH likes to use shower without having to use the combined toilet/shower facility of others without end washroom

We used to camp too but dont think i could go back to a tent now

We have just switched from tent to tin - we had to camp last week because we had already made commitments to others - but my goodness we really missed the convenience of the van - eventhough we have nearly every conceivable gadget for the tent.

We spent ages looking at caravans and ended up with a new Bailey 550/6 as we have three children - i think you really do need to just go round dealers looking at the different layouts. good luck and hope you find one you like