Size: 22 to 40 feet. Weight: 7, to 20, pounds. Details: Fifth wheel trailers are the largest trailers you can tow behind a vehicle. Fifth wheels offer all the space and comforts of a Class A RV — including slide outs, bathrooms, and even multiple bedrooms — but they also require a pickup truck with a specifically fitted hitch.
This type of RV is best for someone who wants all the amenities of a large Class A, but wants to tow it and then store it when not in use. Size: A few feet longer than your truck. Weight: 1, to 5, pounds. Details: Truck campers like the one pictured above are best for traveling off-the-grid for weeks, months, or even years.
Four-wheel-drive capabilities and burly suspension mean that these campers can go anywhere but have limited storage and only the most basic amenities. There are also truck campers with more amenities meant for regular campground stays; these often use a rear door and can include an overhead sleeping cabin.
Options for truck campers include long and short beds, hard-side and pop up, as well as slide outs. Already a subscriber? Log in or link your magazine subscription. Account Profile.
You may find one that stands out from the crowd with a great list of features. Many manufacturers offer a huge range of optional extras that can be added to your new camper trailer at an extra cost. Roof racks, solar panels and upgraded suspension are a few of the most common optional extras people get with their camper trailers. If you are good at negotiating, you may even be able to get a few included when you buy your camper trailer from a dealer.
Much like questioning a private seller about a used camper trailer, it is important to ask the salesperson you are dealing with a few questions about your potential new camper trailer. Researching before you begin price discussions is crucial at this stage. Know the prices from other dealers for that exact model and what you get with it.
Many dealers will give you a counter offer within a few days if they really want to sell to you. Keep in mind you may want to negotiate price after you have taken it for a test tow. Regardless of whether you are buying new or used, you should ideally be able to give it a tow behind your tug. However, some dealers and private sellers may not wish for you to do this. Although you can buy a camper trailer without giving it a tow test, we strongly recommend you do not, as you can learn many make or break characteristics about the trailer this way.
Once you have found your perfect camper trailer, it is time to get back on the computer and do some research into insurance and comparing the value of your future home-away-from-home. Even if you have your heart set on one particular camper trailer, it is still worth researching other models in your area to see if you can get a better deal. For example, it may be worth enquiring with a few of your local dealers about a price quote you received to see if any will beat it.
On the other hand, if you are searching for a used model, you may be able to find a similar camper trailer from a different seller that offers better value for money. After reading this guide, you will be equipped with the knowledge on what to look for when buying a new or used camper trailer. Just try to hold in your excitement and not buy the first camper trailer you see!
This iframe contains the logic required to handle Ajax powered Gravity Forms. Get the latest information here. Download the free CamperMate App. Waiting for the winter season has the advantage of potentially lower prices, but it also means that if you are looking for a sunny camping holiday away, you may have to wait to use it.
When you think of a Volkswagen campervan, is the thought of a traditional van, complete with a pile of surfboards in the back, the first thing that comes into your head? It is for a lot of people. They are sturdy, reliable and cosy. If you want to maintain a certain image, or look particularly cool when camping at a festival, then a classic VW camper might seem like the obvious choice.
However, while it is definitely far improved from the earlier models, in terms of practicality, it has simultaneously lost the visual components which made owning a VW that bit more special.
If you are looking to buy a campervan purely for its feel and history, then some of the classic T1 — T3 models are definitely worth looking at. Just be aware that restored ones cost a fortune, and while they are still reasonably comfortable, very few will provide many of the modern comforts and safety features available in new campervans.
The VW California is undoubtedly a great campervan, but we discovered that it needed several improvements in order to quite make being considered being one of the best campervans in A quick Google Search or scroll through some of the forums filled with comments from experienced camping veterans can quickly show you the fiddly and niggly underlying problems the VW camper faces.
We wanted to provide something to our customers that kept all the benefits, but that dramatically improved the level of comfort. It has the same base vehicle as the Volkswagen California, but we have upgraded the upholstery and converted it into a more luxurious model.
While the California Campervan uses clip-on plastic inside panels, our version is custom-built in our workshops, to keep in the warmth for those cold winter nights. Additionally, the Caledonia solves the problem of uncomfortable and stressful bedtimes with our custom-designed Rock and Roll bed — a double seat that quickly and easily converts into a flat, comfortable double bed.
Best of all we have created a blue design with a cream roof and wheels to keep the retro look, all at a lower price than the California.
Check out our video tour of the VW Caledonia so that you can see first hand how it compares. One of the main things people worry about when they first look at buying a campervan is storage space.
In fact, a well designed campervan offers far more storage space than meets the eye. The trick is to decide where to keep each type of equipment, so that you can find everything again easily. Take a capsule wardrobe of essential clothes that you can wash and dry and use again and again on your travels. And when it comes to campervan kitchen equipment, there are some wonderful lightweight pots, pans and crockery sets that nest neatly in your campervan cupboards. Kampa even makes collapsible silicone cookware, which packs down ultra small to make the most of your locker space.
This is all part of a good campervan touring holiday, and you can just cook as you go - or treat yourselves to a takeaway or a meal in a pub now and then.
Another worry is the weather - but the beauty of owning a campervan is that you can very quickly pack up and drive to a new location if the forecast looks bad where you are. Campervan owners tend to keep a weather eye open and simply follow the sun. This question takes us back to the start of our guide. What do you want to use it for? Caravans or camper trailers are very much the traditional way of camping at long events, providing a way for friends and families to go camping in a field, with access to some basic services.
They provide a reasonable amount of space and are far more comfortable than a tent. It can be stressful and awkward attaching a caravan or camping trailer to the back of your car, especially for anyone who is less mobile than they used to be. Larger caravans might be a good choice if you plan to take a large group of people to a static location and remain there for a long period of time.
Some large campsites allow you to pay an annual fee so that you can leave your large caravan there all the time. They will tow your caravan to a pitch every time you are due to arrive.
It is worth knowing, though, that these caravans often need higher levels of gas, water and a higher voltage electric hook-up point to cope with all the kit people tend to have on board. They are expensive to buy, maintain and move. For a family or small group of friends, a campervan will provide a reasonable amount of space and storage. Despite being more expensive than small caravans and camper trailers, a campervan has a higher level or manoeuvrability and comfort.
Campervans are also less dependant on their surroundings, being able to go long distances a lot faster and with fewer restrictions. We have a number of campervans for sale , below you can see a complete break down of prices and core information. Finally, if you enjoy what we have to say or find it useful, please check out our other blog posts. Our blog posts look at some of the latest and best campervan news and tips currently available on the web, all shared with you completely free.
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Download Your Free Copy Now. Buying a Campervan: The Best Campers in Finding the Best Campervan There are so many different factors to consider when you first start the journey to buying a campervan. What Campervan Should I Buy? To help you decide what campervan to buy, the first thing to do is to write down these questions: What is the purpose of the campervan? Who is the campervan for? If you intend on visiting places off the beaten track, you will definitely want to consider an off-road camper trailer.
A hybrid camper trailer comes with all the bells and whistles that you need when exploring the middle of nowhere. From solar-powered panels, huge water tanks, heating systems, a tough and impenetrable shell and a gourmet kitchen, you can do away with campsites completely. Everything that you need for a luxury getaway is included and no set up is required. If you intend on visiting state forests, national parks and campsites with facilities such as showers, electricity and water, then a hard floor camper trailer is a good choice.
Ultimately, the farther afield you intend to go, and the longer the holiday will be, convenience and comfort will always be a winner. All of these questions will help you work out which type of camper trailer is best for your needs.
Try to think well into the future. It is easy just to think about the coming year. But with so many beautiful places to visit and many of them in the bush, future plans should play a role. This is especially true if you have an SUV or a 2-wheel drive. Those with a 4WD should face no issues with towing an off-road camper trailer. Even in challenging conditions and terrains. A good way to find out about the ball weight and tow capacity of your vehicle is by checking the manufacturers handbook.
It is also important to remember that part of the vehicle payload consists of the ball weight of the camper trailer. There are three different types of camper trailer available on the market. These include:. To help you understand the differences between the three, we are going to take a closer look at them.
These lightweight campers were once a popular choice for those looking to buy a new camper trailer. However, the need for several people to set up and pack away the camper trailer has seen them fall out of favour.
When it comes to touring Australia, you can spend days on the road. For many, the thought of having to spend time setting up the camper trailer at each destination is off-putting. They tend to come with more floor space and are easier to tow due to a reduced weight load. Hard floor camper trailers feature ready made beds, pull out kitchen units and a sealed body that prevents rain and dust from entering the camper. Set up is quick and easy and is performed with the click of a button.
Hard floor camper trailers typically come with a plethora of customizable options. This makes them the perfect choice for solo travelers, couples and families. Being perfectly designed for going off road, discovering more of Australia in comfort and style becomes a reality.
Aside from being sturdy and durable, hard floor campers also come with all of the mod cons you will need.
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