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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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28/05/2017 20:26
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We have a 6 berth early 90's Talbot Express 2.5 turbo diesel. We as a family use it to holiday in, and rent it out sporadically over the year (helps maintain and improve it). 2 berth motorhomes are a bit limiting when it comes to hiring - many renters are families of 3/4. Just a thought. So long as the motorhome has been maintained well, with regular evidence of habitation checks (a thorough check of the motorhome for damp, gas safety etc) - then go for it. That budget should get a newer Fiat (naturally) - something like this Fiat Ducato
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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28/05/2017 23:44
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I think I've said on here before that my Mum has the Fiat Ducato, the same as this one It's a bit more than your budget as the link above is for an 05 plate. My Mum's is an 04, so something a year older, like hers, might come in at about 18K, so just in your budget. Most are generally low mileage and looked after and a private one might be cheaper, but a trader one could have a warranty, so you would have to weigh up the options. The only real trouble she's had with hers is the drivers window motor seems to fail often. She's on her third motor now I think. Other than that, I can't think of any problems she's had with it.
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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29/05/2017 08:37
29/05/2017 08:37
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It's not 'grey', it's 'distinguished'... We'd probably prefer the slightly smaller, but we'd certainly want to take it on 3,000 mile trips across Euroland.
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: barnacle]
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29/05/2017 11:26
29/05/2017 11:26
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magooagain
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We have a fixed double bed camper. The bed has a store garage underneath accessed by an external door each side.
It's based on a 2007 Renault master chassis with a 120 horsepower diesel engine. The horse power is perfect for towing the track coupe behind.
There is also a single bed that can be made up,but it's a faff and we don't need it.
I will sling you some pics on Facebook Jim.
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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30/05/2017 10:09
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magooagain
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Jim. Both Gill and I have sent you photos on Facebook messenger. Hopefully you have them.
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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30/05/2017 12:23
30/05/2017 12:23
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You need to get yourself to a camping and caravan show Jim to check out all the options or at least a big dealership where you can view the various types. We've had a motorhome for just on a year now and there is a learning curve involved! We have a 8mtr coach-built low profile on a Ducato chassis with fixed bed in the rear and separate toilet and shower. This gives you less living space but we didn't want to be faffing about turning a lounge area into a bed every night. Plus it allows one to go to bed later or get up earlier independent of what the other is doing. Everything is a payoff though and with the fixed bed you need the extra length which results in the large overhang at the rear. This limits your options for parking as you need to be clear of everything alongside before making a turn. You can get a smaller maybe 6 mtr coach-built though. Then there is the question of layout, wheres the bed? What type of bed - you can get singles, bunks, island beds, rear beds! Where do you want the bathroom and kitchen? If you are renting it out I would think a panel van maybe a better option. These are smaller but more robust and easier to drive. Most people I've seen have a separate "drive away" awning which stays in position when they drive off to the pub shops. Theses vans can be quite expensive, often costing more than a coach-built but they are really well fitted out. I'm a fair bit behind at recording our adventures but here's a link to my blog if you find yourself with time to read it. Motor Home Tales And here's a link to the various types of MH out there. Types of motor homes and if you're feeling adventurous you could build your own! DIY camper conversion good luck with the venture Jim
www.chrisdoyle-photography.co.uk
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Re: Motorhomes. Forum Powaaaah!
[Re: Jim_Clennell]
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30/05/2017 12:24
30/05/2017 12:24
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elder81
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That budget would get you a fully converted VW T4 with a 2.5tdi engine. I use mine daily and camp away (as you know) at FOS and various other events. I also tow my race car with it and stay over night. Best thing is I use it as a daily driver as well. 10k would get you a nice one, you could even stretch to the later T5.
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