used camper trailer

Depends how many of you there are but if its just 2, then I reckon you'd go a long way to bit a cub camper. We towed one of these behind a Daihatsu Charade in my youth & it had no problems. They are very quick & easy to erect. For overnight, you have a large bed and an equal sized living area off the ground. If you are staying in one place a little longer or just want the extra room, the annexe went up in 15-20 minutes with no real difficulty. As far as age is concerned, I think its important to check it out for rust & other signs of wear; tow it & see what it feels like & if its in good nick, it doesn't matter how old it is.

Hello Ran

I will start the ball rolling and then more knowledgable people can correct and add .

Different layouts suit different people . Try several to find which suits you .

Soft floor /hard floor also needs be investigated .

Determine which equipment level suits your requirements and your budget .

When you have selected a manufacturer come back to the forum ask for comments .

I will be contentious here and suggest that age of the body is not very important .I would rather have an old body from a good manufacturer than a new body from a less well regarded manufacturer .

Age [and condition] of canvas is important . Also , some canvas ia easy to remove and some is hard . If your canvas is not in top condition make sure of cost of repair or replacement is bult into the price .

Difficulty or ease of erecting varies considerably . Make sure yours matches your life style .

Trailer weight , balance and level must match your vehicle's capabilities . Get an expert to help with this . Matching wheel tracks is a big advantage off the 'hard' . Matching wheels and tyres is also good .

Have a mechanic check weld and construction quality , rust , and wear and tear .

Try before buying .Take it for a couple of nights . If your not in Melbourne hose it down when erected to check for leaks .

When you own one , learn how to inspect mechanical components , including wheel bearings and suspension . When loading remember to maintain correct weight on the towing ball .

Check price and resale values on the forum .

Regards

Hi Ran
If you are thinking about an on-road camper then a pop-top caravan might be better value. Have you thought about these? More comfortable and less set-up work when travelling.

Models like Jayco are available and when used on road they last for many years.

Look at the canvas when erected and make sure it is in good condition. Look under van and make sure there is no rust. Watch them wind it up and down and make sure the winding mechanism is OK.
Have fun,
EV700

Have a look at www.campertrailers.org
The forum and web suite got heaps of info about camper trailers,
what to look for and check lists etc, etc..