Buying my first MH - Please Help!! (1 Viewer)

[Chugger]

Hi all,

I am a newbie looking to buy a MH and travel through Eurooe for a year on a shoestring. I have about 5-6k budget to get me on the road.

I have found a vehicle I like the look of. I know nobody here can give me any reassurance as to the mechanical quality of the vehicle but I was hoping some 'old hands' might be able to give me some pointers when going to view it next weekend (i.e what to be wary of etc.)

I will post some pics below. The info I have been given on the MH is as follows:

- Talbot Express 2.5 litre J5
- 1991 (H Reg)
- Left hand drive. Imported to Uk in 2013
- MOT until July 2018. Passed without adviseries.
- Diesel
- Manual
- 115,000 miles
- Advertised at £6,500
- Vehicle based in Lancashire

I asked for the MAM but was simply told it can be driven on a normal driving licence. This hasn't clarified the situation much. Anyobe got any idea wgat the MAM fir this model will be. Being over 3.5t would be a dealbreaker for me.

What are your thoughts based on the above info and the pics that folliw?

Thanks,

Chugger

 

[Barclaybasher]

@Chugger.................just joined...........buying Janine's van for £5k............

...........buy a lottery ticket now !!

Great start to FUN and motorhoming...........

 

[Chugger]

Thank you for such a detailed response - it is very much appreciated. It is reassuring to know there are such knowledgable folk out there!

However I am now going for @Janine 's old girl 'Shirley' rather than the Talbot in my OP.

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[Chugger]

@Chugger.................just joined...........buying Janine's van for £5k............

...........buy a lottery ticket now !!

Great start to FUN and motorhoming...........

It's about time I had some good luck!

 

[Beacons]

Welcome to fun happy and safe travels.

 

[Stretto Boy]

My main concerns would be damp and rust. Most other things can be fixed at reasonable cost.

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[duffs]

Brilliant so pleased for you @Chugger , nice one, enjoy

 

[Stretto Boy]

My main concerns would be damp and rust. Most other things can be fixed at reasonable cost.

My apologies for being late posting and not having spotted that you have decided to go for Janine’s van. I think you have made a good decision

 

[Chugger]

Sorry for my long absence all. I have actually been really rather unwell throughout Feb and March and was concerned I would have to cancel my planned trip around Europe. Fortunately I am back on track and my set-off date is next Saturday!

I am going to start a journey blog/thread!

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[Chugger]

Which is the best sub-forum to post my journy diary? I may be blind but I can't see a specific category. Thinking the solo traveller's category.

 

[JockandRita]

Which is the best sub-forum to post my journy diary? I may be blind but I can't see a specific category. Thinking the solo traveller's category.

You could try here @Chugger.

https://www.motorhomefun.co.uk/forum/ubs/

Good luck,

Jock.

 

[Northernraider]

I just stuck mine in motorhome chat

Where you landing?
France or Spain?

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[Chugger]

I just stuck mine in motorhome chat

Where you landing?
France or Spain?

France first, going to hang around for Cannes Film Festival and Monaco GP, then probably head to South Spain.

 

[Candapack]

Enjoyed reading this thread. A happy outcome which really shows the benefits of being part of something like this.
Congrats to @Chugger and best wishes in your travels.