Why Buying A Used Caravan Is The Best Thing In 2023

At Spinney we have a proud tradition of offering high quality pre-owned caravans in addition to brand new caravans. It may not have crossed your mind to invest in a used caravan, thinking that your only serious option was to buy ‘box fresh’… But in this edition of our blog we’re going to explain why doing so can be worthwhile.

Why should you buy a used caravan?

Buying a second-hand caravan can be a seriously smart move to make for a variety of reasons. Firstly, from a financial perspective…

1. Financial: You are going to find that you get more for your money than if you buy from new. You’ll stretch your budget because used caravans mean you’ll end up with a vehicle carrying all of the features you require, but at a lesser financial cost. The original owner will, in essence, have paid for any ‘cost options’ when the caravan was new – meaning higher spec or better features. You’ll get a caravan which, although not new, is new-to-you – and for many people that will be more than adequate. A used caravan will also retain its value better than a new.
2. ‘Run in’: If you buy a pre-owned caravan it’s almost certain to have been ‘run in’ by the previous owner – that is to say, it will have spent a good deal of time out on the road and any niggling little issues sorted out. When caravans are bought from new, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they will be free from problems. Of course, in theory your new caravan should be and is almost certainly going to be. But once in a while a caravan could have things that need to be ironed out in a ‘teething’ period – and the original owner is likely to have done that.
3. Condition: You may be worried that a used caravan will have all sorts of cosmetic and condition issues – but the logic of ownership suggests that this kind of purchase is really well looked after. No-one spends that significant a sum to then allow what they’ve bought to rot or degrade to a massive extent – and the previous owner will probably have invested time and money in keeping things ship shape. Okay, so a used caravan is not likely to be in factory condition, but the upkeep on it is likely to have been very good indeed.
4. Mod-cons: As we mentioned a moment ago, there’s every possibility that there will be higher spec and better features available for your money when you buy a used caravan than if you opt for a brand new model at equivalent price. These extras could include things like solar panels, hook-up cables, air conditioning and external features such as BBQ points etc. These extras may have already been added by the vehicle’s previous owner as options at the time of purchase, so you will be saving as you won’t have to pay the cost of buying them yourself. In other words, once again, you will get a better vehicle for less money.

Spinney stocks used caravans for sale

Here at Spinney we pride ourselves on offering a great selection of second-hand caravans in addition to our brand new stock – meaning you have the maximum amount of choice to suit your budget, and any other requirements. Here’s a lucky dip of three favourites on offer in our current stock…

1. Swift Sprite Alpine 2: This two berth is perfect for couples looking to make regular weekend getaways or cosy holidays. It features a shower and washroom to the rear of the unit, a kitchen area in the middle (kitted with full oven, hob and grill plus a fridge freezer), and a lounge area at the front for socialising, and which converts into a great place to sleep!
2. Bailey Unicorn Madrid: This four berth is great for small families looking to take regular time out on the road and away from the rat race of work and school! With a washroom conveniently located at the rear of the vehicle (including a separate shower area), a kitchen area in the middle of the vehicle (featuring a hob and grill, microwave and a large fridge freezer) plus a lounge area at the front. There is even a BBQ point on the exterior!
3. Coachman Laser Xcel 850 Vogue: A great four berth model featuring a fixed island bed in the bedroom area at the rear of the vehicle, which can be accessed through the washroom. Front bench seating converts into a bed, too, meaning there’s plenty of space for all of the family to cosy down after a day on the road. The kitchen area features an oven, hob and grill, microwave plus fridge freezer – so all of your cooking needs are catered for!

Each of the used caravans we’ve picked here has plenty to offer potential buyers – just like the many others (currently around 80 pre-owned caravans on offer). If you browse our site and find something you’re interested in, then simply get in touch if you have any further queries and a member of our helpful team will be more than happy to assist you!