Not purchased yet , but at planning and prep stage.

[specsndrumsnsausagerolls]

Some really helpful info on here for beginners like myself, thanks.
What's the situation regarding towing with an automatic car? I have a BMW 318i Touring petrol auto.
Also does anyone know if caravan insurance is cheaper for British brands and where's best to get quotes.
Thanks.

 

[Mr Plodd]

I have been towing with an auto for years, much better than using a manual. Others will disagree (of course)
As for insurance, shop around. I have used Caravanguard for many years as they offer me the best deal.
Others will recommend other insurers, so do your research. I don't think country of manufacture makes much, if any difference to premiums, value is the major factor.

 

[birdman101]

For the last 25 years of 50+ years I have had Automatics and would never go back to manuals not even for solo use.As above Caravanguard for years now.

 

[otherclive]

Same here I’ve had automatics since my Volvo 245 estate, circa 1986, so much better for caravans, and my last two solo cars were auto as is my present one. However I’m not a fan of twin clutch autos as in close quarter combat they aren’t as smooth as a conventional torque converter auto, or CVT auto.

Visit Towcar. Info a matching site. It gives very good output for assessing the suitability of a car caravan combination.

 

[Mr Plodd]

I would second otherclives comments, a "proper" torque converter auto is my preferred option.
I did have a, so called, "automatic" motorhome some years ago, a Mercedes "Sprintshift" it was actually a fully robotised manual. Wouldn't want to have towed with it.

 

[Beachball]

I also been towing with autos for years i find it more easier with my mobility issues
As for insurance we was with Caravan guard . they offered me a great deal but some on here might preferred others ones .