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Hello!
I've owned a campervan in the past, and have camped on tents since I was a teenager, but now that I have 2 kids (toddler + newborn) I'm looking to buy an old caravan to have family comfort whilst enjoying the outdoors.
I'll be towing it with a Citroen Berlingo, which allows me to tow 1300kg using the 85% rule (it's also the car limit).
I need 4 berth, and I'm unsure of the most suitable layout. I saw some models with 2 sets of "dining" areas, which I found interesting as it would allow some flexibility in terms of sleeping location.
Also thought bunk beds for the kids are quite the space saving option. And the double bed seems awesome, but maybe takes up too much space on a low weight limit I have.
I can't spend much money. So I'm looking at 4k tops, which from what I can see buys me a 2004 caravan at best.
Now.. I don't know much about the brands, the risks of buying a 16 year old caravan (besides moisture, which from what I understand you need to visit with a meter) or where exactly to start. Dealers? eBay? (I'm in TW12 l, Hampton London if you know a good dealer around)
Anyways.. some Q's:
- Best brands
- Suggested layout for a "low weight model". Pros and cons of different things?
- Risks, warranties, pitfalls
- Any models on that budget that I should definitely have a look?
Thanks so much!!
Rafael
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