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 GMC Yukon Slt 1995 Gmc Yukon Slt 4X4 Tow Package UHAUL HITCH NEW A C SYSTEM 57 RUNS GREAT $1,599.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 4d 19m Buy It Now for only: $2,350.00 |
 Toyota Tacoma PRERUNNER 04 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab SR5 4X2 REAR AXLE LOCK ROOF RACK TOW HITCH LOW MILES $15,991.00 Time Remaining: 6d 19h 46m Buy It Now for only: $15,991.00 |
 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT LT SUV 42L CD 4X4 Tow Hitch Tow Hooks Tires Front All Season Aluminum Wheels $5,110.00 (15 Bids) Time Remaining: 12h 6m |
 Ford F 150 FX4 F 150 FX4 4X4 Quad Cab FRONT BUCKET SEATS TOW HITCH WARRANTY WE FINANCE $14,499.00 Time Remaining: 3d 16h 24m Buy It Now for only: $14,499.00 |
 Ford F 250 XLT 1 OWNER NO ACCIDENTS TURBO DIESEL UTILITY CAP LADDER RACK LONG BED XLT TOW HITCH $202.50 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 19h 14m |
 Ford F 350 XL 07 FULL SIZE TURBO F350 DIESEL HD DUTY TOW HITCH DIESEL ONE OWNER 8FT BED LQQK $9,775.00 Time Remaining: 1d 17h 33m Buy It Now for only: $9,775.00 |
 Ford F 250 4WD Clean Diesel Ready to tow good tires gooseneck hitch lariat leather $15,000.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 13h 35m |
 Toyota Prius Toyota Prius 2006 White fully loaded 1 owner with bike rack and tow hitch $10,900.00 Time Remaining: 4d 19h 2m Buy It Now for only: $10,900.00 |
 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4X4FL 10 GREEN UNLIMITED 4WD CONVERTIBLE SUV TOW HITCH 17 INCH Alloy Wheels FLORIDA $9,300.00 (11 Bids) Time Remaining: 12h 42m |
 Toyota 4Runner SR5 2004 BLACK TOYOTA 4 RUNNER SR5 V 6 4WD SUNROOF A C TOW HITCH $9,995.00 Time Remaining: 6d 11h 57m Buy It Now for only: $9,995.00 |
 Chrysler Concorde LXi 2000 Chrysler Concorde LXi 32 w tow hitch $2,600.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 37m |
 Mercury Mountaineer SUV 46L CD AWD Tow Hitch Conventional Spare Tire Aluminum Wheels ABS Fog Lamps $7,960.00 Time Remaining: 6d 16h 37m Buy It Now for only: $7,960.00 |
 Chevrolet C K Pickup 1500 Ext Cab 141 SILVERADO 4X4 57 LITER TOW HITCH PWR DRIVERS SEAT LOW MILES $3,000.02 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 13h 45m Buy It Now for only: $6,500.00 |
 GMC Yukon AWD 4dr AWD SUV Backup Camera Tow Hitch Rear Captain seats NAV Heated Seats $31,999.00 Time Remaining: 3d 14h 42m Buy It Now for only: $31,999.00 |
 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS LS SUV 42L 4X4 Tow Hitch Clean CARFAX Power Cruise Dual Climate Heat AM FM CD $1,625.00 (9 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 17h 6m |
 Mercedes Benz GL Class REAR DVDS 2010 Mercedes GL450 4MATIC MSRP 70k P1 Pkg Rear Entertainment Tow Hitch NR $49,888.00 Time Remaining: 6d 4h 44m Buy It Now for only: $49,888.00 |
 Dodge Ram 3500 2008 Dodge67L diesel4 doorpower windowsbed linergooseneck hitchtow pkg $25,000.00 Time Remaining: 21h 43m Buy It Now for only: $31,500.00 |
 GMC Envoy SLT SLT REAR ENTERTAINMENT LEATHER MOON ROOF LOW MILES ONE OWNER TOW HITCH $17,935.00 Time Remaining: 3d 14h 6m Buy It Now for only: $17,935.00 |
 Cadillac Escalade Sport Utilit Sport Utilit SUV 62L CD Rear Wheel Drive Tow Hitch Tow Hooks Air Suspension ABS $1,500.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 4d 17h 14m |
 Toyota Sequoia Ltd Ltd SUV 57L CD 4X4 Locking Limited Slip Differential Traction Control Tow Hitch $33,995.00 Time Remaining: 6d 16h 31m Buy It Now for only: $33,995.00 |
 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Extended Texas Edition Interior Plus Package On Star CD Aux Tow Hitch Leather $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 5d 17h 4m Buy It Now for only: $20,995.00 |
 Volkswagen Tiguan Certified SUV Supercharged Turbocharged Tow Hitch ABS Service Loaner FL $22,850.00 Time Remaining: 4d 21h 34m Buy It Now for only: $22,850.00 |
 Ford F 350 XLT XLT 68L CD 4X4 Tow Hitch Tow Hooks Tires Front All Season Chrome Wheels ABS $10,000.00 Time Remaining: 3d 19h 24m Buy It Now for only: $28,460.00 |
 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ LTZ Ethanol FFV SUV 53L CD 4X4 Air Suspension Tow Hitch Tow Hooks ABS $37,995.00 Time Remaining: 5d 11h 48m Buy It Now for only: $37,995.00 |
 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD 4DR AUTO CERTIFIED 2007 FJ 4X4 AUTO ROCK RAILS ROOF RACK UPGRADE PKG 2 TOW HITCH 6 DISC $22,811.00 Time Remaining: 9d 17h 43m Buy It Now for only: $23,311.00 |
 Cadillac Escalade ESCALADE ESCALADE SUV 62L CD AWD Tow Hitch Locking Limited Slip Differential Tow Hooks $42,680.00 Time Remaining: 5d 11h 49m Buy It Now for only: $42,680.00 |
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Master Lock 2953AT 12-Volt DC Portable Winch
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DescriptionNo need to buy a winch for each vehicle or trailer, this portable DC-powered unit mounts to any hitch or flat surface to haul in that boat, vehicle, trailer, and more! The winch can be temporary or permanently mounted to either a ball-mount hitch or a flat surface... |
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WINCH QUICK CONNECTOR
Sale Price: $24.50 |
DescriptionSafe way to connect and Disconnect a Winch. Self mating Contacts lock into the housing. Includes housing and 4 contacts for the wiring. Great with Mobile Mount kit and 12v winch. |
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Reese Towpower 74337 Winch
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DescriptionReese 74337 600 Lb Heavy-Duty Winch and Pulley Reese Towpower Winch is designed to provide excellent load lifting facility. It features unique self-activating automatic brakes that ensure better control... |
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Tantus Cowboy Tex Trailer Hitch Style 100% Medical Grade Silicone Plug
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DescriptionThis 100% silicone trailer hitch style plug is made for safety. Just because you want to play with large toys doesn't mean you should suffer with inferior products. |
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Pipedream Products Tow Nutz, Chrome
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DescriptionMAKE YOUR TRUCK KING OF THE ROAD!SIMPLY SECURE THE TOW NUTZ TO THE TOW BAR OF YOUR VEHICLE, THEN LET 'EM HANG FOR ALL TO SEE! |
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New Wheelchair Hitch Rack with Ramp
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DescriptionInside (usable) platform measurements: 46.5" width X 28" length X 4" high rail. |
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TOW HITCH, Size: 8 CUBIC FEET (Catalog Category: Barn & Stable Supplies:CARTS & WHEEL BARROWS)
Sale Price: $64.15 |
DescriptionThis hitch converts the 8 cu ft load dumper into a trailer cart with an easy dump feature.(Size: 8 CUBIC FEET) |
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iBall Wireless Trailer Hitch Camera
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DescriptioniBall Magnetic Wireless Submergible Camera with Cigarette Lighter Port Powered Monitor for Trailer Hitch. This Camera is going to make backing-up to connect ball and hitch very easy. No more getting out of the vehicle to check if you are lined-up... |
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Master Lock 4843DATSEN Vehicle Back Up and Hitch Alignment Camera with 3.5 Inch Color Monitor
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DescriptionFor "eyes in the back of your head"! Master Lock Back - up and Alignment Camera System, SAVE TODAY! Another set of eyes for parking, hitching up a trailer, plowing snow... any reverse action! It never hurts to get a better look and helps avoid accidents and damage... |
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Swift Hitch SH01 Portable Wireless Camera System
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DescriptionThis is the unit you have been waiting for! The magnetic mounted camera is moveable from RV to boat to Trailer, etc as needed and will allow you to see anything that is within its field of view. Also very handy for monitoring events, parties and any other situation that requires you to "keep a watch" out... |
For people already enjoying the good life, travelling independently in their motorhome, caravan or campervan, it comes at absolutely no surprise that caravan use and caravan sales are booming in Australia.
Pre-purchase or pre-delivery inspection
Whether you're buying a new caravan or a used caravan, you'll want to do a pre-delivery or pre-purchase inspection because the last thing you want is buyer's remorse. Whether you do it yourself or get someone with experience and expertise to give you a hand, you'll want to make sure you inspect the caravan thoroughly.
To help with this, and so you don't forget anything, we've written a 20 page e book that includes a comprehensive check-list. It's pretty comprehensive but if you need some help, don't be shy in calling in an expert to inspect the vehicle you're thinking about buying.
Getting new caravan skills on board
A lot of people who now own caravans started off renting one for a fairly short holiday. It's a great idea to do this if you're new to caravans because there's a lot to know and learn about caravanning to make it safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Learning how to tow a caravan, parking, reversing and how to handle diverse road conditions are all skills that are learnt over time. And like any new skill, it takes a bit of time, practice and patience to get good at it. You'll enjoy your travels a lot more if you skill up. So, learning these skills whilst experiencing the lifestyle that's uniquely caravanning is a sound decision before you go ahead and commit you hard earned cash into buying a new or used caravan.
Buying a new caravan or used caravan
Caravans, whether they are new or used, typically represent a significant purchase for most people. Like any decision involving new Vs used, there are pro's and con's to weigh up. New caravans and used caravans are no exception.
Size matters - a lot
One of the first things to think abut is the size of caravan you think you need. The number of people you'll be travelling with is an obvious consideration as it the type of travel you'll be doing. If you plan to do long trips, covering large distances each day, you'll want something that requires the least amount of set up upon arrival at your daily destination.
Used Caravans - late model with dealer warranty
If your budget can withstand it, buying a new caravan is always a better proposition from a risk perspective although you do then face steeper depreciation in the early years after your initial purchase than what you would normally experience if buying a used caravan.
Many caravan dealers offer pretty solid warranties on late model used caravans so its worth thinking about the peace of mind a dealer warranty can provide if you're weighing up a dealer v a private seller. Like any warranty, you need to make sure the fine print makes the warranty workable as some have such onerous conditions and 'get out' clauses that they are essentially worthless.
What to look for if buying a used caravan
There are a few things to look out for when buying a used caravan and we list some of them here:
Rust is a big problem.
Rust is a big problem for used caravans. Check around the chassis area and underneath the van. If there is fresh paint and its all looking lovely,then it could be the sign of a quick rust cover-up job. Rust is a big problem with caravans and is very expensive to fix. Beware of rust.
Make sure everything works.
There's nothing worse than getting your van home, or even worse, out of holiday, to find that the stove or fridge don't work properly. Or that the beds don't stow or the windows and hatches leak. You have to be diligent and check everything.
Water leaks.
Check for all windows, doors and hatches for signs of water penetration.
Tow hitch.
The tow hitch needs to be in good order and the handbrake needs to hold the caravan stationary even if on a hill.
Thinking a new caravan might be for you?
The new caravan market is awash with options so give yourself plenty of time to get to know what's on offer before buying. One of the most important things you need to get very clear on it the weight of the caravan you're thinking of and whether your towing vehicle is up to the job. The shape of the caravan also is important because the shape affects its aerodynamics and hence its level of drag and hence its fuel consumption. With fuel not getting any cheaper, this one thing can really affect the cot per kilometre of owning your caravan.
You can do
Richard J Gardner operates http://www.motorhomes.com.au where you can buy, sell and hire motorhomes, caravans, campervans and RVs and get a free copy of the ebook, "Tips for buying a motorhome, caravan or campervan."