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This will sound very silly, but if you intend to use the caravan loo, have a sit down to make sure you are comfortable.  We are both quite large and have found side washrooms/toilets a bit of a waste of time.

Also consider how long you might keep the van.  At the moment bunks would be fine, but when the kids get into their teens they could outgrow them.

I second the above....

I have a double-dinnette van which is great for my family, but it does mean having a side washroom/toilet.

My wife and kids have no problem using the toilet, but even though I'm just under 13 stone, going to the toilet (sitting down) is not easy.  However I mainly use the site facilities - but its OK for occasional use.

Try before you buy...but don't let the seller/dealer watch

Note we have a separate shower in our van but we have never used it.

Quote: Originally posted by Jusy on 14/9/2010

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Buying your first van          http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/articles/view.asp?id=10

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Quote: Originally posted by grahamy on 13/9/2010

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Finaly ive convinced my other half to shift away from tents into a caravan, now there is 4 of us , the 2 kids are 6 & 3 so idealy we are after a van with bunks for the kids . our budget will be around £3500 /£4000 so whats the best i can expect for that , also what vans have bunks.
   I had a quick look at the classified ads on here but some sellers seem to be new members who have not even posted , would it be adivsed to stay away from these sellers .
   all info would be big help as it looks harder than buying a car

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