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Post by megann on Aug 19, 2013 19:04:13 GMT 10
Hi everyone this van has been sold many thanks Megan
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Post by megann on Aug 4, 2013 18:23:33 GMT 10
Regrettably I have to sell my 1959 14 ft Ramsay Bondwood van. Our weekends are taken up by children's sport so we have no time to work on this handsome old van. It is road worthy in QLD, the gas has been disconnected and it's A frame has been upgraded. As he has been sitting there waiting patiently for a new coat of paint his exterior is peeling away and desperately needs redoing. He is in great shape interiorly.....all original and gorgeous! Feel free to message me with questions or to organise an inspection. vintagecaravans.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=photo&thread=9991&page=1
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Post by megann on Nov 7, 2012 21:24:55 GMT 10
Thanks so much Seashell and Cobber.......great stuff!!! soooo appreciate it !!! Megann
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Post by megann on Nov 4, 2012 16:27:00 GMT 10
Hi everyone, does anyone know of some good links on the forum about painting a bondwood?? Any links would be greatly appreciated...save me fossicking through the pages.... Megan
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Post by megann on Jul 19, 2012 17:06:42 GMT 10
cant wait to c them
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Post by megann on May 18, 2012 18:03:26 GMT 10
Hi Rod, how can I contact you?? Megan
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Post by megann on Apr 14, 2012 13:33:59 GMT 10
Awesome photos Seashell!! So did Arthur only make the two homemades?? clever bloke! Would they have come in a kit or was it a case of sourcing your own materials and starting from scratch?? Megan
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Post by megann on Apr 14, 2012 13:00:38 GMT 10
Thanks everyone for your kind comments! Seashell, I would never dddrraaggg it out....so I have been busy out in my pj's this morning quickly decorating and taking inside pics!! 'Ramsay' is certainly very special (as they all are)....I have added some information to the DHL thread on this van as the previous owner met the son (Keith) of Donald Ramsay whilst camping in 2004. He jotted down some notes about the van which I have added to the thread. He was found on the Trading Post and I inquired just minutes after the ad went live. ;D The owner and I quickly developed a nice repall and after a few days I decided to bite the bullet, break the cardinal rule and buy it unseen!! He described it honestly and was true to his word. (thank goodness) I then used 'Mick' for transportation of the van from Adelaide to Brisbane. (Mick's number can be found in technical under transportation as another forum member has used him with no complaints). 'Ramsay' towed well and zoomed along at 95km/hr comfortably. Communication and service from Mick cannot be faulted. I would certainly use his service again... Next week I will travel the road to roadworthiness in Queensland.....which I am sure will be challenging to say the least. Any suggestions, recommendations, guidance regarding the 'roadworthy challenge' will be muchly appreciated!!!! Original lino... The previous owner added this box which swivels out and around....used for a tv.... The original gas fridge...would this still be able to be used? Original gas stove...looks a bit scary.....would this still be able to be used?? All the beds and cushions have been upholstered with red vinyl and this cute fabric.... The water tank is situated under the cupboard.... Next instalment.....photos of underneath....
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Post by megann on Apr 14, 2012 11:42:47 GMT 10
We took ownership of a gorgeous 1959 Ramsay 14ft 'Holiday Maker' this week..... He is in great original condition on the inside. Externally we have a few things to work on- paint, brakes, electrics, gas etc... The previous owner actually met the son (Keith) of the builder (Donald McLaren Ramsay) whilst on a camping trip in 2004. He has written down Keith's phone number which I have tried to ring several times but there has been no answer. He recorded some information which I thought would be good to add to this thread. Donald Ramsay built his 'Holiday Makers' between 1948-1962 at 26 Elizabeth Street, Rosewater, South Australia. Donald originally worked as a body builder for the Holden car company and then worked on trams at Hackney until he started building caravans in 1962. Keith said his Dad built 'made to order' vans between 9ft and 18ft. The original prices were 600-650 pounds. They made about 200 vans in total and stopped when aluminum mass produced vans became popular. (they did make a few aluminum vans) Keith worked with his Dad until 1962 and then pursued his musical interests.....he was a member of the bands...The Hightones; The Revellers; Take 3 and Modbury Singers until he retired. Some of the wonderful features which have 'stood the test of time' in this van include: Amazing upholstery made by 'Elite Bedding' from Port Road, Woodville.. Gas fridge... Gas cooktop and laminate.... Lino... Windout windows... As the previous owner stated....'It is like the van has been in a time warp'...... Megan
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Post by megann on Apr 13, 2012 22:48:38 GMT 10
We took delivery of a very immaculate 1959 'Holiday Maker' Ramsay van this week.....very exciting!! I thought I would post a few photos of the outside tonight and finish the story tomorrow...... The inside is original and immaculate. Bit of work to be done to get on the road: roadworthy, gas cert, electrics etc etc.... more pics tomorrow.....
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Post by megann on Apr 11, 2012 8:24:47 GMT 10
Hi everyone,
our vintage van arrived yesterday. It passed the test with flying colours and survived being driven from Adelaide by an ex-racing car driver and hotrod enthusiast (Nev from Horsham who has an amazing collection of cars and memorabillia). Apparently it towed beautifully and arrived in one very gorgeous piece!!
It is a 1959 'Ramsay' bondwood caravan.(14ft 'holiday maker').
The previous owner met the son of the builder in 2004 and acquired some great information about the company. Will elaborate on that later.
The inside is totally original and in amazing condition. My husband's words were 'it has been rebuilt, the wood is to new'.
I was wondering if there were any vintage vanners on the northside of Brisbane who had an hour to spare to come over for a cup of tea,and cast your expert eyes over this lovely boy and give us a bit of direction.
Or if anyone can give me a number of a reliable caravan place that can help me with the roadworthy and gas certificate (for registration in QLD) to start with.
Any links to threads on the forum would be appreciated.
I did find Don Ricardo's thread on Ramsay Caravans in 'Down Memory Lane'.
The owner also gifted me an old 'Philips' Bakelite radio if anyone knows of someone who would like it.
Some lovely original curtains as well to show......
Best head off to work......would much rather spit and polish our new addition!!
Any help is very much appreciated!! Megan
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Post by megann on Mar 26, 2012 6:35:13 GMT 10
Thank you so much Bungalbill for your reply. Unfortunately I have bought a van which is on its way from lovely Adelaide! Thanks again for posting this one Megan
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Post by megann on Mar 21, 2012 21:33:04 GMT 10
No I am a newbie to all this.....am enjoying the banter/ ramblings however!
Perhaps I do have a slightly brown nose???
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Post by megann on Mar 21, 2012 6:36:11 GMT 10
Mark, it was worth the suspense and wait....it is truly sensational. So glad it fell into such good hands!!
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Post by megann on Mar 17, 2012 7:26:42 GMT 10
Don't forget about 'Karma' Mark.....
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Post by megann on Mar 16, 2012 9:51:48 GMT 10
My sentiments exactly!! waiting....waiting....
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Post by megann on Mar 15, 2012 20:42:26 GMT 10
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Post by megann on Mar 5, 2012 6:18:33 GMT 10
I am far from having any of the expertise of the wonderful people from this forum but in my personal opinion she is 'cute, cute, cute' I would line up to buy her off you!! any inside pics? Megan
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Post by megann on Feb 29, 2012 5:33:49 GMT 10
Hi Di, I am hoping to make it....our new vv is enroute from Adelaide....very very exciting... Sounds like great fun...thanks so much for organising... Looking forward to meeting you all Megan
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Post by megann on Feb 28, 2012 6:29:22 GMT 10
Absolutely stunning van!! The cupboards are truly amazing with those lovely colours and their curved edges! Love your decorating style as well....a truly fab restoration! Daisy is going to turn lots of heads!! Megan
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Post by megann on Feb 13, 2012 20:21:20 GMT 10
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Post by megann on Jan 24, 2012 21:36:34 GMT 10
Absolutely gorgeous Mia!!! She is a stunner!
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Post by megann on Jan 8, 2012 22:27:05 GMT 10
Hi everyone, just after recommendations for caravan transport interstate. I have seen a thread on this somewhere on the forum but cant seem to find it??
many thanks Megan
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Post by megann on Dec 26, 2011 17:05:41 GMT 10
What is the pricetag of this beautiful van?
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Post by megann on Dec 26, 2011 16:38:08 GMT 10
Thanks so much Dave. We live in Brisbane. Happy to travel up to (6) hours away. Will look at anything up to $5k and happy to pick up.
I love them all so not overly fussed on make or model. As we have (3) children a (4) berth would be great but I will consider anything.
Even happy to look at post 1970 vans that are ready to roll,
Thanks for your help Megan
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