Been given a free Caravan!!! - Page 2

Thomas-the-Terrano2 · 19-02-2017, 00:17

sure its 2 berth? looks from window layout like more, 3 to 4 berth?

careful with power washing, can disturb body seals.

ref caravan club, to me best part of membership is 5 van farm sites, Certified locations
and rallies... a field with no facilities except water and drain typically fiver to tenner max a night.

whilst looks narrow ish, would add towing mirrors.

Frankie would be proud.

Banshee · 19-02-2017, 01:24

Whether I keep it or sell it, it's totally my call and the Caravan was given to me no strings attached so I'll make a call depending on whether I can find storage close to me and for a good price.

It is actually a 3 berth when I messed with the chair configuration this evening.

I managed to get my old Lucas Leisure battery on the Caravan and get the lights on and working so I could have a sort out inside.

Then I tidied up

emjaybee · 19-02-2017, 01:54

Looks alright bloke.

I'm no tin tent fan, wife and I tend to favour large plump beds, hot and cold running water, flushing toilets and 4+ stars over the door, (Not being flash, she works for an airline so has access to cheap deals

) but looks a damn sight better than a tent or sleeping in the car.

rustic · 19-02-2017, 03:45

Now here is a question...
Was the caravan the farmer's property to dispose of, or had a client defaulted on storage payments and the farmer wants to simply get rid?

Unlikely for the age and value of the caravan, but could it have been stolen, hidden etc?

I guess if the farmer had the original keys to the door, it could well be a genuine situation.
Just a thought.
Rustic

Banshee · 19-02-2017, 12:40

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Originally Posted by rustic

Now here is a question...
Was the caravan the farmer's property to dispose of, or had a client defaulted on storage payments and the farmer wants to simply get rid?

Unlikely for the age and value of the caravan, but could it have been stolen, hidden etc?

I guess if the farmer had the original keys to the door, it could well be a genuine situation.
Just a thought.
Rustic

The guy who owned the caravan was storing it at the farm, I had no dealings with the farmer at all.

The farmer was being evicted from his farm on Monday and as such all property was to be removed before Monday. The caravan owner had nowhere to store it, didn't want to pay storage fees and had no tow bar on his Honda CR-V, he used to used a Discovery to take it about the country but he's since got rid of that.

I've got the original door key, etc etc it's all above board

macabethiel · 19-02-2017, 14:17

You need to try being a weekend Gypsy / Shed Drager for the summer (sorry I mean Traveler) and post on here how it's opened up your world to new experiences.

There are plenty of avid Tin Tenters on here even though I am not among the Enlightened Ones.

solarman216 · 19-02-2017, 22:05

Next time out for us will be the Enfield Pageant of Motoring in May, why not join us, Rick

Banshee · 19-02-2017, 23:15

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Originally Posted by solarman216

Next time out for us will be the Enfield Pageant of Motoring in May, why not join us, Rick

Depends if I can store it somewhere for a while Rick, I can't keep it at the house, I've just not got the room on the drive and it means having to manoeuvre it around every time I want to work on the Terrano against the garage.

If I keep it I really feel like going to town on it, but don't be surprised if I eBay it because I get the hump with it at the drop of a hat

terranosaurusdoug · 19-02-2017, 23:21

It will sell fast mate, looks well tidy!!

Banshee · 19-02-2017, 23:38

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Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

It will sell fast mate, looks well tidy!!

Cheers pal, any reasonable offers may be accepted

terranosaurusdoug · 19-02-2017, 23:58

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Originally Posted by Banshee

Cheers pal, any reasonable offers may be accepted

Ask Ian, i think he was thinking about upgrading

Banshee · 19-02-2017, 23:59

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Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

Ask Ian, i think he was thinking about upgrading

He can't have a very good one now if that's an upgrade lol

terranosaurusdoug · 20-02-2017, 00:13

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Originally Posted by Banshee

He can't have a very good one now if that's an upgrade lol

he'll be here soon

Blocky10 · 20-02-2017, 00:14

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Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

Ask Ian, i think he was thinking about upgrading

thanks. I'll fit a towbar to my caravan to tow it. The missus can sleep in it

terranosaurusdoug · 20-02-2017, 00:16

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Originally Posted by blocky10

thanks. I'll fit a towbar to my caravan to tow it. The missus can sleep in it

road train :d:d

19-02-2017, 00:17	#16
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19-02-2017, 01:24	#17
Banshee Moderator Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: West Midlands Vehicle: 04 2.7 SWB Terrano II Van Posts: 13,526	Whether I keep it or sell it, it's totally my call and the Caravan was given to me no strings attached so I'll make a call depending on whether I can find storage close to me and for a good price. It is actually a 3 berth when I messed with the chair configuration this evening. I managed to get my old Lucas Leisure battery on the Caravan and get the lights on and working so I could have a sort out inside. Then I tidied up __________________ Moderator 04' Terrano II SE 2.7 TDi SWB Commercial in Silver - Project Thread Toyo Open Country M/T 33's on 10J Steels, Super Strong Steering Job Navara D22 Snorkel, Front LOKKA, Maunal Hubs, EGR Blank TunitII ECU Chip, 3" Body Lift, 2" Suss Lift, Heat Exchanger Black Interior, 3.0 Borg&Beck Clutch, Eckes Heated Fuel Filter 99' Y61 Patrol GR SE 2.8 TD6 LWB in Blue/Silver - Project Thread Engine Transplant - In Progress!!! Last edited by Banshee; 20-07-2017 at 15:19.

19-02-2017, 03:45	#19
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	Now here is a question... Was the caravan the farmer's property to dispose of, or had a client defaulted on storage payments and the farmer wants to simply get rid? Unlikely for the age and value of the caravan, but could it have been stolen, hidden etc? I guess if the farmer had the original keys to the door, it could well be a genuine situation. Just a thought. Rustic __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

19-02-2017, 14:17	#21
macabethiel Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Derby Vehicle: Freelander & Jeep GC 3.0 Posts: 4,416	Gift of a Caravan and a new way of life !! You need to try being a weekend Gypsy / Shed Drager for the summer (sorry I mean Traveler) and post on here how it's opened up your world to new experiences. There are plenty of avid Tin Tenters on here even though I am not among the Enlightened Ones.

19-02-2017, 22:05	#22
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19-02-2017, 01:54	#18
emjaybee Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Oxfordshire Vehicle: 3.0Di SVE '05 5 door. Posts: 1,536	Looks alright bloke. I'm no tin tent fan, wife and I tend to favour large plump beds, hot and cold running water, flushing toilets and 4+ stars over the door, (Not being flash, she works for an airline so has access to cheap deals ) but looks a damn sight better than a tent or sleeping in the car.

19-02-2017, 23:21	#24
terranosaurusdoug Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Yorkshire, J33 M62 Vehicle: 2000 Terrano lwb 2.7TDI Posts: 5,500	It will sell fast mate, looks well tidy!!