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31/7/2011 at 2:19pm
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Well, we have decided that the time has come to sell our beloved Bailey Ranger 550/6 as the teenagers have advised that they are unlikely to come away with us next year (and if they do, they want to be in their own pop-up tents).

So, hubby and I have decided to sell and buy a newer fixed bed caravan which suits our needs better.

We're looking for a caravan with the following spec:

Single axle
Fairly lightweight (no more than 1450kg laden)
Fixed bed / 4-berth
End bathroom with own shower cubicle (we don't like the bathroom adjacent to the bed where your feet are in the shower tray when you sit on the loo!)

Ideally with L-shape or U-shape lounge

We have looked at a Sterling Europa 550 (2009) which we like a lot but would like to compare a few different models.

Does anyone know of any other makes / models? We can't seem to find many lightweight single axles with a fixed bed and rear bathroom.

Oh, and nothing older than 2009.

We've advertised ours on here, so here's to finding a replacement!

Claire.


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Jan 2013 - Skiing, Kühtai, Austria
May - Swiss Farm
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Aug - Saumur, France
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02/8/2011 at 7:31pm
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Hi Claire, the Bailey Olympus 534 has the layout you're after. Its 1458kg MTPLM. Just a bit heavier theres the Bailey Pegasus Verona at 1490kgs.

Both fixed beds with end washrooms.



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02/8/2011 at 7:41pm
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Mmm, had a look at that and I love the interior, but I'm not really very keen on the front end (exterior) lol.

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02/8/2011 at 7:56pm
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the exterior of the Olympus? Just dont look at it lol. The inside is much more important isnt it?

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02/8/2011 at 7:59pm
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Easier said than done lol, I do like the Pegasus Verona exterior though - but it's mega expensive at the moment :(

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02/8/2011 at 8:05pm
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Stuart brought me home a set of all the Bailey brochures the other day (he installed and maintains Baileys telephone system). I agree the Verona is lovely. I'm waiting to see the series 2 Olympus when its unveiled at the NEC. he reckons its our next van  (think maybe hes had a nosy while at the factory).

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02/8/2011 at 8:07pm
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I do wonder if the woodwork in the Verona isn't going to 'date' it somewhat though. It's one of those 'love it or hate it' looks I think. I also prefer the wraparound seating of the Olympus. Are you going to the caravan show?

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02/8/2011 at 8:13pm
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Yes, mainly to look at awnings as we havent got a full awning yet. Want to be able to compare quality and maybe grab a bargain.  We think its a good day out and theres a lovely pub we always stop at on the way home for a meal.

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02/8/2011 at 8:14pm
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Lunar Quasar 544 or Lexon 540 would be on my list

Steve



02/8/2011 at 8:19pm
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We will be going on the Sunday...unless we've bought a caravan by then, in which case we won't be going so that I don't get tempted any further!

Thanks Steve, will have a look at those two...sound heavy though?

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02/8/2011 at 8:26pm
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Quasar 544 MTPLM 1376 kg

Lexon 540 MTPLM 1460 kg

The Quasar would be top of my list as it comes in at under 1400 kg .

Steve



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we looked at some new Lunars when we did the rounds. We were really impressed with them and if the budget had allowed it would have bought a Lexon 540. 

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02/8/2011 at 9:21pm
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We have a 2009 Quasar and its flown through 2 services with only a couple of hinge pins to be replaced on a couple of top lockers (probably due to me over filling them with clothing) - the woodwork is tough lightweight hardwood and all still looks like new inside.

Is the Verona the single axle version of the Barcelona?  A Barcelona was pitched opposite us (I may have had a tiny amount of caravan/fixed bed envy) very stylish looking caravan.



04/8/2011 at 10:12pm
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Quote: Originally posted by CaddyClan on 31/7/2011
Well, we have decided that the time has come to sell our beloved Bailey Ranger 550/6 as the teenagers have advised that they are unlikely to come away with us next year (and if they do, they want to be in their own pop-up tents).

So, hubby and I have decided to sell and buy a newer fixed bed caravan which suits our needs better.

We're looking for a caravan with the following spec:

Single axle
Fairly lightweight (no more than 1450kg laden)
Fixed bed / 4-berth
End bathroom with own shower cubicle (we don't like the bathroom adjacent to the bed where your feet are in the shower tray when you sit on the loo!)

Ideally with L-shape or U-shape lounge

We have looked at a Sterling Europa 550 (2009) which we like a lot but would like to compare a few different models.

Does anyone know of any other makes / models? We can't seem to find many lightweight single axles with a fixed bed and rear bathroom.

Oh, and nothing older than 2009.

We've advertised ours on here, so here's to finding a replacement!

Claire.




04/8/2011 at 10:15pm
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Sorry to bother you but I don't know how to email you through the site we are going to domain de forges on Sunday and have booked the ferry to cherburg could you let us know how long it took you to reach the site once you arrived in France as we don't arrive until 4pm and not sure if we will make the site before it closes for the night. Manybthanks alison


04/8/2011 at 10:27pm
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Hi :)

We sailed into St. Malo and docked at 9.15. We arrive on site at 13:50 but stopped for a long leisurely lunch for approx 45 mins, so just under 4 hours.

Coming back we sailed from Caen, the drive took us just 5.5hrs and we only stopped to refuel.

I would say you would need to allow about 6.5hrs towing a caravan from Cherbourg to Avrille, at least.

Hope this helps - have a great time!

Claire

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