What about this one? (1 Viewer)

[Stonemags76]

This is the same width as a panel van, and you could use a cab bunk for the third bed, if it is for a child?

 

[tacr2man]

Act in haste repent at leisure , happens frequently in the motorhome world

 

[CazPaul]

Don't let that Hymer sale money burn a hole in your pocket, you will regret it big time. Take a bit of time, of the ones that have linked, the IH 3 litre looks ok 58 plate although both water tanks are underslung.
Terry could convert you one, he could even find you the van, to your exact spec/layout, fully winterised, 2 or 3 months it would be yours.
Its not long to wait in the grand scheme of things, it will be exciting deciding on the spec and he will keep you fully informed along the way.

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[suavecarve]

I ve kept quiet, but read this thread one and the last one.

I know we are all different but I wouldnt be touching a PVC conversion without knowing everything. I dont mean to be rude, but there are so many faults which should have discounted your choices before contemplating bringing them to the thread to suggest, imho, a little globecar or similar is a much better choice because everything was manufactured before it was sold.

Good luck with your search

for example

 

[coffeeroffey]

OK just had a quick look and found a couple MAYBE worth looking at
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NOT HAD TIME TO STUDY ANY
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At least these are 'proper conversions' from branded names, far better than homemade monstrosities

 

[coffeeroffey]

What about this one:



I particularly like the two leisure battery installation at the back "it's designed" for off grid, cool.

Surely having two leisure batteries right next to the gas cylinders is a potential hazard?

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[Langtoftlad]

Wildax used to build a new conversion into a used van if you wanted... They might be too busy these days & too successful... but it might be worth a chat with Duncan Wildman.

 

[Richard n Ann]

Surely having two leisure batteries right next to the gas cylinders is a potential hazard?

No I think it's a feature of the design. The reassuring sound of the cylinders clanging round every corner and the batteries sliding from side to side means all is well

 

[TheBig1]

I really honestly dont want to sound rude or condescending but want to offer some personal advice.

I am disabled and my health is deteriorating so we made some decisions a few years ago. With your partner having parkinsons I see your position to be similar. You really do need to seriously think about the next few years and what the health implications are on motorhoming

we planned ahead that when my health takes a serious nose dive that we can quickly sell the van for cash. if the worst happens and your partner's parkinsons suddenly becomes a major problem, as it often does, you need to make sure your van is easy to sell. a home brew conversion, regardless of how nice it looks is going to be hard to sell and will depreciate very quickly

it is absolutely nobody else's business, but you really do need to think carefully about this purchase now before making hasty decisions. the vans you have been saying you are keen on here really are not suited in my humble opinion. would hate to see you make a mistake

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[sweetie]

@Jac Sprat have you looked at Simpson’s motorhomes Gt Yarmouth or Becks Motorhomes Rollesby. Both have PVC vans

 

[Jac Sprat]

I really honestly dont want to sound rude or condescending but want to offer some personal advice.

I am disabled and my health is deteriorating so we made some decisions a few years ago. With your partner having parkinsons I see your position to be similar. You really do need to seriously think about the next few years and what the health implications are on motorhoming

we planned ahead that when my health takes a serious nose dive that we can quickly sell the van for cash. if the worst happens and your partner's parkinsons suddenly becomes a major problem, as it often does, you need to make sure your van is easy to sell. a home brew conversion, regardless of how nice it looks is going to be hard to sell and will depreciate very quickly

it is absolutely nobody else's business, but you really do need to think carefully about this purchase now before making hasty decisions. the vans you have been saying you are keen on here really are not suited in my humble opinion. would hate to see you make a mistake

I appreciate the advice. We want a small flexible van to get away for short periods when things get worse for him to get out of the house. I appreciate your concerns but I'm just not finding a recognised make with our specs within our price range.

 

[TheBig1]

there is normally a surplus of vans available nearing easter as snowbirds return and people get vans out of winter hibernation. far more to choose from than winter months

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[Jac Sprat]

@Jac Sprat have you looked at Simpson’s motorhomes Gt Yarmouth or Becks Motorhomes Rollesby. Both have PVC vans

@Jac Sprat have you looked at Simpson’s motorhomes Gt Yarmouth or Becks Motorhomes Rollesby. Both have PVC vans

Yes. Nothung so far that fits the bill.

 

[Northernraider]

£36k for a 2008 pvc
Your kidding right?

If you can get a brand new possl pvc for €36 euro surely that is a more sensible option.

I'm all for reccomending buying second hand I do it myself but not if I'm paying nearly the same price as new.
Unfortunately it's coming in to the lets all pay crazy prices time so there's a lot of overpriced vans out there that will likely come down in price over the next few months.

I like the look of some pvc vans but I do wonder if full timing in one woukd be very very hard

 

[Koppersbeat]

Jackie,
You had previously said a Wildax Aurora 3 berth would suit you.
Wildax 2nd hand seem to fly out of the door.There have been a couple of Auroras with the dealer I ordered mine from,Wiltshire Motorhomes,but were sold very quickly.
Perhaps you could contact the Wildax dealers,only 4 in the country,plus the factory itself in Yorkshire,and ask if they are due any in.
Good luck in your search.

BTW tried to access your blog /YouTube and the link doesn’t work.

Helen

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[Jac Sprat]

Thanks.Helen
Yes i rang Wildax and their next Aurora one is coming in May.
Only old or.non winterised ones around right now . Rear bedroom / lounge is the only.one we're interested in.

 

[Jac Sprat]

£36k for a 2008 pvc
Your kidding right?

If you can get a brand new Possl pvc for €36 euro surely that is a more sensible option.

I'm all for reccomending buying second hand I do it myself but not if I'm paying nearly the same price as new.
Unfortunately it's coming in to the lets all pay crazy prices time so there's a lot of overpriced vans out there that will likely come down in price over the next few months.

I like the look of some pvc vans but I do wonder if full timing in one woukd be very very hard

In 0rder to get a brand new Possl id have to drive to Germany ....

 

[Kim H]

I appreciate the advice. We want a small flexible van to get away for short periods when things get worse for him to get out of the house. I appreciate your concerns but I'm just not finding a recognised make with our specs within our price range.

So why do you need a fully winterised van? I'm sorry if I've missed your point on a thread I didn't read.

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[Kim H]

In 0rder to get a brand new Possl id have to drive to Germany ....

Sorry to cross post, but you don't. Use an agent like Bundesvan.

 

[Northernraider]

In 0rder to get a brand new Possl id have to drive to Germany ....

It makes better financial sense in the long run though

 

[Kim H]

In 0rder to get a brand new Possl id have to drive to Germany ....

So buy a second hand one in Germany.

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[Jac Sprat]

Although people have explained how, i still cant get my head around it and it feels daunting as I'll have to do it alone . Husband isnt up to that.
When i talked to Bundesvan my memory is that it cost around £4000 on top of the van price for his service. Did i get that wrong ?

 

[Jac Sprat]

So why do you need a fully winterised van? I'm sorry if I've missed your point on a thread I didn't read.

We're skiers.

 

[Jac Sprat]

[QUOTE="Koppersbeat, post: 2723271,

BTW tried to access your blog /YouTube and the link doesn’t work.

Helen[/QUOTE]
Thanks. I updated the you tube link and my last post was yesterday introducing my new grand daughter.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIBl_9AqnrHjhJ67ZbAscHg

Ill ask Jim whats happened to my Gap year blog on here. It ran for 18 months then i discontinued it and started the Vegan on Wheels channel

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[Jac Sprat]

Jackie,

BTW tried to access your blog /YouTube and the link doesn’t work.

Here is the new link .
I posted yesterday introducing my new grand daughter.
I discontinued my blog on here after i started the you tube channel so maybe i need to post something to keep it current

 

[Jac Sprat]

Jackie,


BTW tried to access your blog /YouTube and the link doesn’t work.

Helen

Thanks Helen.
I updated my signature so hopefully that works .
I posted yesterday introducing my new grand daughter.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIBl_9AqnrHjhJ67ZbAscHg

I discontinued my blog on here after i started the you tube channel so maybe i need to post something to keep it current. Just did that so i hope it reappears.

 

[Mark and Mindy]

Thanks.Helen
Yes i rang Wildax and their next Aurora one is coming in May.
Only old or.non winterised ones around right now . Rear bedroom / lounge is the only.one we're interested in.

It might be worth joining the Wildax Enthusiasts FB Group as there are a couple of people selling on there, later in the year though, but it might be worth checking it out.

There was a post yesterday asking if anybody is selling.

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[Kim H]

Although people have explained how, i still cant get my head around it and it feels daunting as I'll have to do it alone . Husband isnt up to that.
When i talked to Bundesvan my memory is that it cost around £4000 on top of the van price for his service. Did i get that wrong ?

It's unbelievably easy to do it with Bundesvan and yes the fees may be around £4000. However, as I said before, they will negotiate a good deal with the dealer which offsets some or maybe even all of the cost. They will even deliver the van to your front door.

 

[chaser]

In 0rder to get a brand new Possl id have to drive to Germany ....

I don't understand really what you are after, but presumably if you are going to go skiing in this van you will have to drive to somewhere in Europe, what's the difference?
Can't you just get a friend to go with you?

 

[Mr B]

Why Germany?
Belgium is easy to get to, prices are low, and they would more than likely drive the van to the port for you.
Harwich to Holland or Hull to Belgium
http://www.urbano.be/nl/

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