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Post by myvan on Apr 17, 2007 9:06:50 GMT 10
Hi all
Paul and I are off to the UK and Europe next month celebrating his birthday and long service leave. So hope to see lots of vintage caravans whilst OS.
Does anyone know of museums etc OS for caravans?
Our Mustang Caravan (Knaus German brand ) was imported from Holland by the original owners in 1982.
It got me thinking it must have cost them a lot back in 1982 to import the van.
Does anyone have an idea of the cost these days of importing a caravan?
Are there any brands of Vintage Vans to keep an eye out for whilst we are Overseas? Parts for caravans as well ?
Cheers
Kathryn
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2007 9:32:07 GMT 10
Hi kathyrn Caravans are seen as a luxury item by the australian tax department. sorta like swimming pools etc. Therefore they attract a high import tax component. Thats partly why we dont se too many English vans here in OZ. Cobber will probably back me up on that last satement. He will also probably give you a list of "Pommy Exotic " to keep your eyes open for while over in the old blighty. Eccles is one name that comes to mind  Why not drop "Cornishlass" or "UK brian" a PM and let them know you are heading that way. There would be at least 2 interesting vans for you to check out  have a great trip and remember to send us back some happy snaps if you manage to find an internet cafe. Reddo |
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Post by myvan on Apr 17, 2007 10:24:21 GMT 10
Hi Reddo
Way back in the 1970's Paul bought a brand new SAAB for about half the price it would cost him in Australia and bought it back BUT
He had to own it for a certain amount of time OS.
I think these days you cant do that anymore.
As a sideline Paul "favours" a Vincent Black shadow motor bike so if he sees one first !!!!!!!! there goes the budget
Cheers
Kathryn
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Post by belinda on Apr 17, 2007 11:22:33 GMT 10
If the Bristol Museum has re-opened following re-furbishment, I'd recommend a visit to the "Wanderer" caravan which started off the whole craze. Email them to see if it is on display.
The UK Caravan Club may also have some activities organised for its centenary, or advice on places to go.
A thread some time ago was plugging an all-Airstream caravan park in France that would be a hoot to visit.
In terms of importing vans, it may be hard to get a European van registered here if the door is on the "wrong" side.
We brought our Citroen 2CV home to NSW after owning and using it for 12 months in the UK. The shipping cost was OK, especially as we were able to fill it with a year's worth of accumulated posessions. However, geting it roadworthy and registered was tedious to say the least - something you'd only do for a set of wheels that was truly loved.
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Post by cobber on Apr 17, 2007 11:52:17 GMT 10
Kathryn, Feast your eyes, and spend the next week looking at www.caravanninglinks.co.uk/index.htmImporting stuff..I'd ask the government  Have a great time, check out their caravan parks over there, you may be surprised   Cobber. |
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Post by myvan on Apr 17, 2007 15:26:02 GMT 10
Hi Belinda Your comment caught my eye "In terms of importing vans, it may be hard to get a European van registered here if the door is on the "wrong" side" Our Mustang (from Europe) door is on the wrong side ! We love the Mustang but after we bought it and took it out for the first time we went Oh the doors on the wrong side !!!!!!! thats a nuisance !!!  It was imported by the owners in 1982 so I guess they got away with it then ! Re The Bristol museum it seems its closed until 2009 but I found this pic of the Wanderer The first caravan  Will have to find out the Airstream club in France if I can Thanks Kathryn |
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Post by myvan on Apr 17, 2007 15:30:02 GMT 10
Thanks Cobber
I will have to go through all the sites.
Our daughter is living in the UK for a year so I will join one of the clubs and she maybe able to use the membership.
Cheers
Kathryn
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Post by fcdriver on Apr 17, 2007 16:18:27 GMT 10
Hi Kathryn Whilst in the UK visit a canal boat museam. The accomadation in these narrow boats are wonderfull. If you like vintage vaning, as you do, you will love the narow canal boats. The UK has so much to offer for anyone interested in the past. Now bringing a van from the UK, Mmmm.... It would be expensive.......But I have to admitt that English vans have something very very quaint  . I once camped in the New Forrest & I couldn't help but to think about "Carry On Camping" as we explored the caravan park. Enjoy the UK & take your money with you !!!! The UK whilst fun cost the earth.  Bye Bruce. |
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Post by aussietanker on Apr 17, 2007 21:14:58 GMT 10
Hi ... not sure if this is any help ... i recently looked at importing a VV from NZ ... it was a beautiful, mint condition 1961 13' Starliner ... a most beautiful van - second only to the old Don's of course ;D - and hey Reddo - they are tinnies (i would scan a pic ... but still trying to track down the scanner cord gizmo bit that's missing)... and as much as i love bondy's ... these are fantastic looking vans ... but the main problem that i faced was that the seller got a bit leary at selling to someone from overseas... it was simpler to take $500 NZ less and sell it to a local ... i guess that because it was in such mint condition there were probably a few people chasing it but assuming that you can find a seller who is happy to go an extra mile or two (unless you are physically in the country to handle the customs - quarantine - shipping line - packing and stowing - freight forwarding mumbo jumbo) ... it becomes a bit hard .... and it is expensive so you have to really love and want what you are bringing over ....... in the case of the Starliner, the cheapest quote that i was able to get was around $5000 Au ex Christchurch NZ to Sydney Au ... i hate to think how much it would cost from the UK or USA ... Hope that helps ... Regards A|T |
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Post by ukbrian on Apr 18, 2007 8:07:12 GMT 10
Kathryn I am not aware of a museum for classic caravans, but there are some car museums with one or two caravans. The Ford/BL museum at Gaydon has a 1930's caravan but as their display is changed very regularly it would be worthwhile calling first if you were going to travel any distance. The best place to see classic UK caravans is going to be at one of the bigger classic car shows. It is not really worth joining either of the British Clubs. One will not even speak to you if your caravan was made after 1960, and the other seems to be having some difficulties, their website is stuck in 2005. They both have annual rallies that you could visit without charge. I will find dates and locations but I think they are in July/August. From May 16-20 there is the European Classic Caravan Clubs' annual meeting in Slagharen Netherlands. I hope to be there with my Amazon and Safari. There will be around 150 caravans from all over Europe, many towed by classic cars. Details here: www.oldtimercaravanclub.nl/If you could send me an idea of your itinerary with dates, I may be able to suggest some shows. It would be great to meet up while you are here. I am in South East England, 40 miles east of London. Brian from the UK I have posted a similar reply on the UK forum. |
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Post by myvan on Apr 18, 2007 11:49:25 GMT 10
Hi Brian and all
This caught my attention
"From May 16-20 there is the European Classic Caravan Clubs' annual meeting in Slagharen Netherlands"
My husband Paul is from Holland, we can stay with relos etc BUT
we arrive after that date !
Will PM you Brian with our dates
Regards
Kathryn
PS Paul last night was looking up Vincent Black shadow bikes for sale so I had better get in first !
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Post by pcc on Apr 24, 2007 14:57:35 GMT 10
Kathryn,
I've seriously looked at importing high performance cars from the States and the only way round high import duties is to own the vehicle in the other country for a minimum period of one year (contrary to your advice). As I understand it this rule still applies.
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Bye Bruce.