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    Burstner Belcanto 525tk - How Much and are they any good ?

    Posted: Sat Jul 28, 2007 3:01 pm Post subject: Burstner Belcanto 525tk - How Much and are they any good ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Been looking for a fixed bunk bed German/European van (Hobby 540 UK, Hymer) and just seen advertised...
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    Fleetwood Colchester EK vs Bailey Pageant?

    Hi All Ok - van stolen, going to get money from insurance and hopefully - if the wife has calmed down, going to get another or maybe invest in a motorhome. Anyway - I will get from the dealer I bought my last one off as hes great and so far, for my money - he has a 2005 Bailey Pageant - with L...
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    Mayday, Rac Or Britania All With Euro Cover - Any Advice?

    Hi Interesting to hear about greenflag, the issue I have is about the repatrioation and taking to site while abroad if I break down with the cav. I dont think Greenflag themselves cover this. I know its in RAC and Red Pennant. Good to know RAC did well - so looks like they are a good option...
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    Mayday, Rac Or Britania All With Euro Cover - Any Advice?

    Hi All. I posted this on another forum but thought I would post here also as may get a different opinion. My Mayday recovery is up. We have it for both cars with all the trimminings. Its like £130 odd quit I believe. Now, we are of to France this year again and Caravan Club with Red Pennant...
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    When is the next Practical Caravan rally?

    Hi I missed out on last years Practical Caravan rallyand was wondering when the next one will be? Scott
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    Wing mirrors in France for a 4x4?

    Hi I drive a Pajero 4x4 and I am off to France soon. I can see down both sides of the van and hence have not purchased any caravan wing mirrors for the UK. Do I though need them by law for france. Thanks Scott
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    The C&CC Club, RAC Membership qustion

    Hi, Before I also join the C&CC Club, I have a question ref there RAC membership that maybe someone can answer. I will be looking at the full price option, with European cover as I am going abroad for 2 weeks. Plus I have had a bad experince with Greenflag. Anyway - UK and European Cover, does...
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    Herons Caravans, Essex - anyone know them?

    Hi, Seen a caravan online and its in Herons Caravans in Essex. I cannot find alot of details on them so does anyone know them - are they any good etc? I have spoken to the owner, Eddie, seems very knowledable but as he is a small outfit, trying to get more info. They are based in south...
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    2003 Bailey Pageant Moselle vs 2003 Abbey Impression 520L

    Hi, Seen and going to look at 2003 Bailey Pageant Moselle and a 2003 Abbey Impression 520L - think this a special, part of the GTS Vogue range I think. Ones a private sale and the other is ina dealer. Both similar prices. Anyone got any opinions on them. So far the difference seems to be the...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    HI, The caravan was sold to me that everything had been checked including damp. I have found places on the van now I know what to look for, where they could have checked. I just dont think they did. They deal in secondhand vans and are advertised on autotrader website, as I have looked. I...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    Yep, I am going for the whole lot as agree, trust has gone with this dealer. I am now going to either buy new or nearly new and make sure I look after the van. If I buy from a dealer, its one I know is good, such as recommended by caravan club. Oh - and heres to law pdf sheet...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    Well, I was silly enough to pay cash, some cheque I believe. The current situ is the dealer wont play ball, says how can he check for severe water ingress etc. Anyway -I then threatened him with court action and he say well, he does not give warranty and they are already in there overdraft etc...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    Hi, I have to tend to agree on your thoughts ref water in vans. I am now decided I am going for a 2001 onwards model and fingers crossed. If they are not good, then I will just buy a new one with a warranty and bite the bullet. I am looking at 12-15 years plus for caravanning wih the kids, and...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    Hi So far 5 phone calls, fobbed off with being busy, will call you tonight etc. I will be phone them tomorrow and basically saying the score. Plus I will be faxing and posting via registered post a letter, giving them 5 days to respond. No response, father in law will start small claim court...
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    Warning -been stung with a rotten caravan - need some advice

    Hi So far 5 phone calls, fobbed off with being busy, will call you tonight etc. I will be phone them tomorrow and basically saying the score. Plus I will be faxing and posting via registered post a letter, giving them 5 days to respond. No response, father in law will start small claim court...