First-time-buyer’s guide

BUYING A CARAVAN for the very first time can seem like navigating your way through a minefield. When I bought my second van, in November 2019, it took me more than a year to find exactly the right one - and I work in the industry!

It’s a significant outlay, and there are so many elements to consider and things first-time buyers might not be aware of.

This article should, I hope, help to answer key questions, allay any worries and make this an easier, less stressful process.

Licence restrictions

First, and most importantly, does your driving licence allow you to tow a caravan? And if so, what weight of van should you be looking at? The rules on what you can tow vary, depending on when you passed your test.

So, before parting with your hard-earned cash, take a look