About to Buy a Caravan? 3 Questions You'll Regret Not Asking
You’re stuck in traffic, a caravan beside you, driver looking considerably more relaxed than you are.
Your tea’s tipped onto your laptop bag and you’re running on fumes, anticipating the day when it’s your kayak cheerfully strapped on and ready for adventure.
If you’ve done the hard yards and your time is now, here are three things to consider when preparing to buy a caravan.
What to Consider When Buying a Caravan
To avoid mid-trip dramas and post-purchase regrets, be sure to ask yourself the following questions:
What’s included in the purchase price and what will cost extra?
This is an important starting point when comparing different caravan models and brands.
While some brands offer very appealing prices, be careful not to buy a shell that’s going to cost a fortune to kit out.
Look for brands of new caravans for sale in Sydney that include everything you need as standard. That way you’ll avoid unexpected expenses – or worse, finding yourself 1000km from anywhere missing some essential item.
Where can it go?
Not all caravans are created equal.
Some are great for long weekend jaunts down the Pacific Highway to camp with friends at the local Big 4 Holiday Park.
Others were forged Aussie-tough and designed to take you places no self-respecting sedan would attempt to go.
If you plan on driving on dirt roads, taking off road camping trips or travelling in remote areas, make sure the new caravans for sale in Townsville are up for the job before investing in one.
How does the design impact towing?
Your towing experience will be impacted by a number of different factors, so make sure you understand how your choice of caravan stacks up and will perform.
Firstly, consider the tare weight. This is the empty weight of the caravan. Based on your vehicle’s towing capacity, you’ll be able to add additional weight (food, gear, clothes, kayaks, etc.) up to that limit.
Heavier caravans are also more challenging to tow and use more fuel.
Next, think about whether the caravan is a hard top or pop out/pop top. While hard tops are easier to set up, they’re less streamlined and less efficient to tow.
Finally, consider whether you want a single axle or dual axel caravan. While dual axles are steady to tow, they lack manoeuvrability and are less suitable for off road driving.
By asking yourself these three essential questions, you’ll be well-equipped to choose a caravan that suits your needs and makes every journey enjoyable.