New v used. Committed but confused

boldlygoingsomewhere replied on 06/09/2019 17:25

Posted on 06/09/2019 17:25

greetings, I’m new here and at the very beginning of my touring journey, I know which make and model I want but need to make a speedy decision about buying new or used. I have two used options being 2016 and 2018 available now or do I buy a reduced 2019 model or the brand new 2020 model.

committed to buying a Buccaneer Cruiser

thanks in anticipation  

boldlygoingsomewhere replied on 13/09/2019 19:14

Posted on 13/09/2019 17:12 by derekcyril

Great introduction to towing . . So youre not going down to devon and cornwall ,or round the welsh lanes  ? Seriously , this is a big beast to tow ,and you will be limited . All the best she who is not a he  .Derek

Posted on 13/09/2019 19:14

I know we are limited with a van of that size but as a disabled person I’m used to having to make compromises. Much as I love the sea, wheelchairs and sandy beaches are not a good combination and as I broke my neck surfing in Cornwall the gloss has definitely come off that part of the world for me. Having said that I have certainly faced challenges towing a boat trailer and horse box into some very rural locations in the past so I do have a good idea of the challenges we’ll be facing.

One of the main factors for me is having enough space inside the van for a very tall better half, my mobility needs and space to set up medical equipment, ventilator and suction machines. The cruiser just works in terms of space and layout but I’ve certainly been given food for thought in terms of customer satisfaction ratings.

We are definitely going to look again before making a decision, it’s been really useful hearing from the "experts"

Tinwheeler replied on 13/09/2019 20:16

Posted on 13/09/2019 20:16

Best of luck, BGS. I think you’ve got your head screwed on the right way and you seem to be going into this with your eyes wide open. 

New or used - it’s six of one and half a dozen of the other. Just do what feels right for you. πŸ‘πŸ»

boldlygoingsomewhere replied on 13/09/2019 21:56

Posted on 13/09/2019 20:16 by Tinwheeler

Best of luck, BGS. I think you’ve got your head screwed on the right way and you seem to be going into this with your eyes wide open. 

New or used - it’s six of one and half a dozen of the other. Just do what feels right for you. πŸ‘πŸ»

Posted on 13/09/2019 21:56

πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ "head screwed on the right way" 

That made me snort when I read it, my head is actually bolted on or at least my neck is bolted together.

boldlygoingsomewhere replied on 13/09/2019 22:02

Posted on 13/09/2019 19:44 by Extugger

Do let us know how you get on

Posted on 13/09/2019 22:02

Thanks for the recommendation, I will definitely report back when we have finally made a purchase.

Tinwheeler replied on 13/09/2019 22:07

Posted on 13/09/2019 21:56 by boldlygoingsomewhere

πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ "head screwed on the right way" 

That made me snort when I read it, my head is actually bolted on or at least my neck is bolted together.

Posted on 13/09/2019 22:07

Sorry! 😳

At least you laughedπŸ™‚

boldlygoingsomewhere replied on 14/09/2019 16:48

Posted on 14/09/2019 16:48

What have you people done to me??

my better half has had his head turned by German caravans and in particular the Hobby. I know people have said they are prized by travellers and as such pose a security risk but so does the Buccaneer range.

the whiteboard is out, a chart and leader board have been created....the search continues.

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