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General => Introductions => Topic started by: Jasonbeerfridge on May 27, 2011, 06:49:19 PM

Title: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Jasonbeerfridge on May 27, 2011, 06:49:19 PM: G'day,
I'm new to the scene, looking at spending $8k tops, & considering new & 2nd hand options in a softie.
The bride & I are heading down to the show in Brisbane next month, for a look around & to learn a bit more.
The plethora of choices available makes it hard to choose & I'm not buying something unseen.
I'm obviously looking within the cheaper end of the market & am sticking to that budget.
I basically want something that is structurally strong, with "decent enough" canvas & an annexe.
I'm keen to option it up myself, I just want the strongest, most well built item in that price range to start from.
Standby for some stupid questions!
Jason.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: D4D on May 27, 2011, 06:50:32 PM: Get a 2nd hand Trackabout, you won't regret it!
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: dno on May 27, 2011, 07:01:03 PM: x2
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: GGV8Cruza on May 27, 2011, 07:02:16 PM: Welcome to the Forum Jason, a second hand trailer would be your best bet, have a look at the show and see what takes your fancy and then find a well looked after one. Good luck on the search

GG
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Campa on May 27, 2011, 07:14:14 PM: Customline build a great camper that's within your budget.

http://www.customline.com.au/cms-models/deluxe-off-road.phps
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Jasonbeerfridge on May 27, 2011, 07:19:49 PM: Thanks for the replies all,
A 2nd hand version of something just out of that $ range sounds ok & may well eventuate.
I'd be lying though if I said I wasn't curious to hear from anyone out there who has bought a new (insert brand name here) for that price range as well.
I'm all ears to anything you guys have to say & appreciate your input.
Cheers,
Jason.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: GGV8Cruza on May 27, 2011, 07:24:10 PM: Quote from: Jasonbeerfridge on May 27, 2011, 07:19:49 PM
Thanks for the replies all,
A 2nd hand version of something just out of that $ range sounds ok & may well eventuate.
I'd be lying though if I said I wasn't curious to hear from anyone out there who has bought a new (insert brand name here) for that price range as well.
I'm all ears to anything you guys have to say & appreciate your input.
Cheers,
Jason.

Heres a brand that fits in your budget, great strong trailers. I am a little biased

http://www.tambocampers.com.au/Cooper.html

GG
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: BigJules on May 27, 2011, 07:25:22 PM: G'day & Welcome.

Look, some of the cheaper units are OK, but as my colleagues have suggested, you'll do much better buying a quality second hand unit.

What are you planning to drag it with?
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Jasonbeerfridge on May 27, 2011, 07:41:04 PM: Big Jules, you asked "What are you dragging it with?"
A 2007 D4D Hilux 4WD.
I realised earlier that I probably should have said that I definitely want something to take off-road.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Snow on May 27, 2011, 08:36:08 PM: G'day Jason and welcome to Myswag. :cheers:
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: squirell on May 28, 2011, 05:41:49 AM: Hi and welcome, we have an Ezytrail, paid $7K but can be bought for around $5-6K on Ebay with battery pack. We have been off road with it and the only problem we found was that it is a bit strong in the springs. Not flogging, just a thought, enjoy your time here.

Squirell/Graeme
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: garbage on May 28, 2011, 07:06:28 AM: I bought 2nd hand a few months back for a 2 year old model well below your budget. Bear in mind that a lot of second hand examples may have only been used a handful of times and would look literally new, so apart from the warranty, not much different to buying brand new.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Monty94 on May 28, 2011, 07:32:57 AM: There is a 2005 Trackabout HERE (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Trackabout-Deluxe-Tourer-Off-Road-Camper-Trailer-2005-/270755105058?pt=AU_Caravans_RVs&hash=item3f0a430922) on eBay for $8500 or offer. Could be worth a look if it's not too far.

:cheers:
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: DANBRI on May 28, 2011, 07:35:25 AM: For that price you should be able to pick up a ripper Aussie s/hand unit.

There's heaps out there, if you've got cash and you're patient - bargains are about!
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: SteveandViv on May 28, 2011, 08:18:40 AM: You can get a pretty good Jonnos for that as well. We did and love it. Tough as and great features. Very good canvas.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: gunna on May 28, 2011, 08:35:21 AM: Welcome Jasonbeerfridge
Thats a top name lol
:cheers: sheeds
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Jasonbeerfridge on May 28, 2011, 09:17:46 AM: Gunna,
Cheers, it was just a light-hearted choice after previously racking up different names on other forums for motorbikes etc.
I should've stuck to the same one with a memory like a sieve...
I have a beer fridge in the shed, but currently rely on good quality eskies when camping.
SteveandViv, DANBRI, Monty94, garbage, squirell, Snow, & everyone else,
Thanks for the welcome & the input, I'm looking at all of your suggestions.
I'll be happy if I at least end up with something other than the typical chinese-friday-afternoon-special.
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Heiny on May 28, 2011, 09:18:40 AM: Hi Jason and welcome to My Swag :cheers:
Title: Re: New to it & have limited budget of $8k.
Post by: Old Croc + plus one on May 29, 2011, 05:53:00 PM: Hi Jason
Welcome to My Swag best of luck chosing a camper Happy Trails