Classified Ads v Caravans for sale sites

Millerman39
Millerman39 Forum Participant Posts: 45
edited November 2018 in Caravan & Motorhome Chat #1

We're not new to touring with the caravan but ours was recently written off (blasted potholeyell) so we are looking for another one. I have been looking on the club's Classified Ads & sent emails to 6 people advertising. Usually with in 1/2 days of them being posted on site. I haven't had any replies although I have asked people for a few extra details & even to let me know if their 'van has been sold, which of course they may have been.. Very disappointing to say the least, I don't think courtesy is too much to ask.

So in view of this experience I am now looking for the best sites online. Can anyone suggest sites that are worth looking at. 

Obviously I have been looking at local dealers but without any luck yet. I would like to get a 'van before the end of the year as we have a storage place sitting empty. Any help/ advise you can give would be greatly appreciated.

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  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,142 ✭✭✭
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    edited November 2018 #2

    Tried Caravanfinder?

    http://www.caravanfinder.co.uk/motorhomes.html

     

  • Fisherman
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    edited November 2018 #3

    As a seller of our Campervan advertised on club together and Autotrader. No reply at all from club advert. Sold motorhome very quickly through Autotrader at same price. Got a lot of enquiries and viewings. Auto fee £49

  • EmilysDad
    EmilysDad Forum Participant Posts: 8,973
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    edited November 2018 #4

    Autotrader? 

  • Oneputt
    Oneputt Club Member Posts: 9,144 ✭✭✭
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    edited November 2018 #5

    Whichever route you take MM39 just be careful of the scammers.  Good luck with your search

  • Fisherman
    Fisherman Forum Participant Posts: 2,367
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    edited November 2018 #6

    Yes, Autotrader. They have a dedicated section for M/h.May be one for caravans as well.

  • IanTG
    IanTG Forum Participant Posts: 419
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    edited November 2018 #7

    Never bought one through it, but it seems caravanfinder is easiest to specify layout or other criteria.

     

  • Millerman39
    Millerman39 Forum Participant Posts: 45
    edited November 2018 #8

    Thank you all for your replies. I have looked on Caravanfinder & it is very easy to get around.smile I have already seen 2 / 3 caravans that are of interest to us, so here's hoping.

    Oneputt (Del) thanks for the reminder about scams etc. Having seen 1/2 comments on here I have had my eyes opened at some of the things that happen.surprised (Btw Protec cover has seen some sterling service! - hope you are well)

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