Off Road Camper trailer

Submitted: Sunday, Sep 14, 2008 at 16:47

ThreadID: 61665 Views:2901 Replies:8 FollowUps:5

This Thread has been Archived

Bagwon

Looking at buying a off rd camper second hand.As Im in WA any local info i can have a look at will suit me better.Though all info will be greatly appreciated. looking at ease to put up and reliablity,slide out stove ect.What is the best type of canvas,best brand. Thanks to anyone.

Lifetime Member
My Profile Send Message

Back Expand Un-Read 0 Moderator Share

Reply By: Member - Nev (TAS) - Sunday, Sep 14, 2008 at 16:56

Sunday, Sep 14, 2008 at 16:56

Tried the Trader on ExplorOzs. Some great buys there.

AnswerID: 325260

Reply By: Member - Dennis P (Scotland) - Sunday, Sep 14, 2008 at 17:05

Sunday, Sep 14, 2008 at 17:05

Have a look in the 'Quokka', got mine out of there a few years back for $1,500.

Cheers,

AnswerID: 325262

Reply By: PandJ - Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 10:55

Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 10:55

Hello Bagwon,

Have a look at www.pioneercampers.com or contact them at 57 Challenge Boulevarde, Wangara 6065. Phone 9302 2500
They may have what you want in new or second hand.

We have just ordered a newie from them. Good luck

Cheers P&J

AnswerID: 325368

Reply By: Member - Hayley & Demc (QLD) - Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 14:02

Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 14:02

Hi there,

This site really helped us when we were in the market.
http://www.campertrailers.org/manufacturers.htm

AnswerID: 325385

Reply By: oz doc - Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 16:32

Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 16:32

Hi Bagwon, Depending on where in Wa you are, you may wish to try 'Campers On The Run' in Canning Vale. They have campers for hire and for sale. You may be able to do a deal with one of their ex hire campers. They have Challenge camper trailers and Deluxe camper trailers. We bought an ex hire one off them 3 years ago and it has been fantastic. They do travel around a bit and display at regional shows - so if you are not in Perth, you still may be able to catch up with them and view the campers in the flesh.Number is 0417 332 247, or 9256 3450.hope this helps. doc.

AnswerID: 325411

Follow Up By: Bagwon - Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 14:55

Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 14:55

Thanks Doc Heading down that way this week,will call in.

Lifetime Member
My Profile Send Message

FollowupID: 592789

Reply By: Member - Captain (WA) - Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 17:38

Monday, Sep 15, 2008 at 17:38

Hi Bagwon,

There are a lot of good campers made in WA, but a better idea of your numbers (kids?), budget and off-road usage would help.

If looking for a family orientated camper, then very hard to go past a Camprite - made locally in WA, excellent build quality, very fast setup, can take anywhere off-road but not the cheapest on the market.

Cheers

Captain

AnswerID: 325417

Reply By: Bagwon - Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008 at 13:51

Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008 at 13:51

Thanks for the info people .Only my wife and i,mid range in price, did;nt want to be to retristive,it only dry,s up the info flow.live in the Perth hills.Off rd alot.

Lifetime Member
My Profile Send Message

AnswerID: 325549

Reply By: Pebble - Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008 at 21:46

Tuesday, Sep 16, 2008 at 21:46

Also check out http://www.campertrailers.org they have a listing of different manufacturers.
And another forum you may enjoy is http://www.myswag.org

Don't restrict yourself to WA made either - when you're spending $20k plus then $2k freight isn't that much, check out the camping show if you can.

AnswerID: 325644

Follow Up By: Bagwon - Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 14:53

Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 14:53

Thanks Pebble,Hayley also gave me that site.plan to go to the camping show as well.prever to buy local, its easy then if you need any warranty.(thats if i buy new)

Lifetime Member
My Profile Send Message

FollowupID: 592788

Follow Up By: Pebble - Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 18:32

Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 18:32

Yes certainly, if you go local it can make it easier to get extras down the track - like the extra walls or room you didn't think you would need.
I'm not too familiar with the WA made ones so can't give you any advice, we've had an Adventure and an All Terrain in the past. I really liked the All Terrain - that and something like the Complete Campsite - I've seen a few of those drive through town and they look more compact compared to the All Terrain. But alas these are eastern states made.

Things we looked for mainly:
Sturdy construction
Insect Proof (canvas joins trailer without gaps etc)
Ease of erection
Lots of ventilation for the summer weather - heaps of windows etc - as we had little kids who may have needed daytime naps.

FollowupID: 592815

Follow Up By: oz doc - Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 18:48

Wednesday, Sep 17, 2008 at 18:48

Hi Bagwon- I can vouch for the 'campers on the run' after sales service. We moved up north shortly after buying our camper. Had to replace a gas strut on the back door- no problem- prompt reply to our enquiries and they posted it up pronto. Also had a dodgy tail light after a particularly rough trek- phoned Rick up and he suggested where to look for the problem- got it straight away. Despite a lot of use these are the only problems we have encountered with our unit.Cheers. doc.

FollowupID: 592816