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Post by retro1 on Feb 3, 2008 17:07:36 GMT 10
I'm looking for information on the Baravan that is 9ft long x 7ft wide x 8ft tall. It is a 60's alley and very small. I know that they were built in WA. I have also searched multiple pages on this site with no luck. Please send the info via this post or pm me. Cheers retro1
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Post by cobber on Feb 3, 2008 18:20:41 GMT 10
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2008 21:10:21 GMT 10
they're very rare Retro1 ......there's Baravans everywhere over here in the West, but I've only ever seen one of the 9 footers ......it belongs to Dave's daughter (lovshack).
if you email Dave, he maybe able to get some info from her .....she's not a forum member as far as I know.
Mark
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Post by retro1 on Feb 9, 2008 13:54:24 GMT 10
I picked up this Baravan today. It is very light and tows like a dream. It comes with full annex and the old owner is from WA that explains why is is hear. Just a few cosmetic things to fix. Any more info on year ??
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Post by Deleted on Feb 9, 2008 14:29:22 GMT 10
good pick up Retro1 .......as I said, those lil Bara's are as rare as rockin' horse doo doo .....I've only ever seen one other here in the West ....... As for dating it, juging by the pattern of the ali, I'd say its towards the end of the Bara run ......one of our members Greg Potts has a 11 foot Baravan with the same ali, a 1972 model ...... The earlier pattern ali (a-la-"Lovshack", 1964 model elswhere on the forum) is a more complex ali pattern, and bloody difficult to find a replacement panel for if one is needed. I gather it didn't come with any rego papers? Mark
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Post by fcdriver on Feb 9, 2008 18:42:29 GMT 10
AH Yes..... Another great little van to haul behind a Classic Holden.... Just Love it....... Another Tin can Tourist........ Just like our little pixie and classic Holden rig... Makes me wonder how big the Vintage Van movement will get. Good one retro one....enjoy.... Bruce
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Post by Franklin1 on Feb 9, 2008 19:30:07 GMT 10
Slowly, slowly accumulating information... Thanks for identifying lovshack's van Mark. I've had the photos sitting in a miscellaneous file waiting for this day. retro1, one thread to lovshack's van is here: vintagecaravans.proboards30.com/index.cgi?board=photo&action=display&thread=1122384515I'll now add lovshack's photos to the Baravan thread (worth looking at [...but WAIT till I do it ...] just to see the shape of the lights!!) Great little van, retro1. Should come up a ripper!! cheers, Al.
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Post by Franklin1 on Feb 9, 2008 19:58:53 GMT 10
Ok, photos are up in the Baravan thread, but comparing lovshack's with John Fenn's, both are supposed 1964 but look very different. Are we sure they are both the same age?? Al.
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Post by lulu on Feb 10, 2008 0:27:11 GMT 10
YAY...Well Done Retro...It's as groovy as I imagined it ;D LuLu
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Post by retro1 on Feb 10, 2008 9:21:57 GMT 10
Hi Mark, Hate to go against the Grand PooBah and a master at WA caravans but as I'm the third owner it comes with papers and an electrical compliance certificate dated 1964 for a Baravan caravan!!!!!!!!!!!! The last owner also told us about the history. Could it have been reclad in the 1970's? Thanks for the info
Regards Retro1
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Post by retro1 on Feb 10, 2008 21:25:24 GMT 10
Just to add to the last post here is a photo of the electrical inspection( sorry about quality) Does the LOVESHACK have a chassis number? This one is 454 Still trying to datye this van
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Post by lillypad2 on Mar 1, 2008 23:18:00 GMT 10
Looking at the windows and door it looks like it is from the sixties I have seen Baravans with all type of cladding and no 2 seem to be exactly the same shape which indicates that all the frames where individually formed
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Post by retro1 on Sept 15, 2008 1:00:49 GMT 10
Still looking for dates on the Baravan. I was starting to clean her out for a resto and on all the doors is stamped 454. I assume this is so the doors are fitted, once painted back to the same van. This confirms the chassis number. Any other Baravan owner have this?
retro1
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Post by bruceb on Feb 15, 2009 17:24:53 GMT 10
Hi, I think I can help resolve any questions on dates of manufacture for Baravan Caravans. A little history - Dad started the business in 1954 and I joined in 1974. I am fortunate to have the Factory Production book of records of all caravans built between Nov 1959 until 1975 which has details of chassis number, model, size date of manufacture etc.. I am still involced in the caravan industry in Perth WA and a regular caravan user although sadly not a Baravan. If I can help with details of dates etc I am happy to assist. Happy caravanning regards BruceB.
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Post by sportsman 1 on Feb 15, 2009 19:04:02 GMT 10
Welcome Bruceb, The information you have will be invaluable to those Baravan owners out there. Please let us share your knowledge, what does the no 454 tell us about Retro 1's van? ?? Cheers, Leigh.
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Post by willyn on Feb 15, 2009 19:20:23 GMT 10
hey AB good to have you on board Im sure Mark will have good use for a lot of that all important info regarding Baravan a very distinctive WA Brand name over many years I have owned one of them which is recorded in our archives Will and Lyn Bayley
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Post by bruceb on Feb 17, 2009 20:36:17 GMT 10
Hi Leigh Chassis number 454 described as an 'All Metal Van', size 10', Layout 2S (2 single beds) and originally sold to Skipper Bailey Motor Company on 14th January 1964. In 1964 Skipper Bailey Motor Company were operating in Victoria Park not far from the factory and were appointed as the Retailer for Baravan Caravans. Chassis 454 was the 2nd caravan to be sold to Skippers with the first a 13'2" model delivered 20th Dec 1963. The relationship with Skippers was a good one allowing production runs which improved buying power for materials and kept labour to a minimum. Caravans were originally described by model ie; 2SD ( 2 singles and a dinette) though eventually caravans were being described with size, model and a descriptive name such as 'Safari, Royal, Ranger etc". Around the start of 1970 Caravan Centre of WA was also retailing the Baravan and Skipper's continued to retail until mid 1970. Hope you find the info above of interest. Best Wishes Bruceb
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Post by bruceb on Feb 17, 2009 20:52:41 GMT 10
Hi Leigh Info about chassis 454, described as an All Metal Van, 10' long, 2S model (2 single beds), and sold to Skipper Baileys Motor Company on 14th January 1964. Skipper Baileys were appointed as the retailer for Baravan in 1964 and located quite close to the factory in the suburb of Victoria Park. Chassis 454 was the 2nd caravan purchased by Skipper's with the first being chassis 449 a 13'2" caravan, LD model on 20th December 1963. The relationship with Skippers was a good one allowing larger production runs which helped material and labour costs. Skippers continued to retail Baravan until mid 1970, Caravan Centre of WA then took over the role as sole retailer. Hope the info is little interesting for you. Best Wishes Bruceb
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2009 21:24:44 GMT 10
see retro1 ......told ya it was a 1972 model ;D ;D
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Post by sportsman 1 on Feb 18, 2009 7:01:12 GMT 10
Thanks Bruceb, I am sure Retro 1 will be stoked. At least we have this information available for Baravans. Who has this stuff on Clippers? ?? Leigh.
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Post by wiradjuriwoman on Apr 10, 2010 10:11:55 GMT 10
Hi there, I have a Baravan with chassis number 130S, it is an 11ft with a hydraulic hitch, I bought it recently and it is in perfect condition except of course I had to replace the Hydraulic hitch as it had an old hitch attached and was stored under cover since last registered in May 2000. It is not registered and I see no problem in registering it once the new hitch is attached.
For the cost so far spent in purchasing and and new hydraulic hitch it is worth it, at present she is moved by permits.
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Post by wiradjuriwoman on May 21, 2010 14:06:26 GMT 10
Re My Baravan which is according to the Electrical report inside the cupboard door model 1880 a 19 70 model? I took some photos of the exterior, I have had to remove all the seating and replace 2 single bunk matresses, gas hotplate is original and working, floor was relaced, signal lights had to be replaced,curtains and of course the hydraulic hitch and braking system. I have so far paid $2500 for everythingincluding the van..and I can honestly say she has NO LEAKS as we are at present residing in her...all cupboards are in perfect condition and a heap of room. If any one can advise of availability of dining suite D/B cushions I would appreciate it please.
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Post by mickandme on May 28, 2011 14:09:03 GMT 10
Hi Not sure if you can help. We have just purchased a baravan and the no on the chasis is 1631 and we were wondering if you could supply us with any info on it. Thanks michelle
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Post by Geoff & Jude on May 28, 2011 14:23:28 GMT 10
hi michelle have a look in the down history lane section under baravan for some basic info. here's a quick linkanother option is to do a search. go back at least 700 days and minimum of 100 posts for all references to baravans. geoff 'n jude
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Post by mickandme on May 28, 2011 23:22:13 GMT 10
Hi Geoff & Jude Thanks for the info will check it out.
mick & michelle
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