2004 Windsor Seaview caravan

Submitted: Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 13:50

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hello there looking at buying the a 2004 Windsor Sea view caravan for $29995 with the following features.As a first caravan.It will be towed by a 2003 Commodore Berlina Sedan,whic currently has a 1200KG tow bar ,i know that i have to get a larger one either a 1600KG or do i go for a 2100Kg tow bar?
Windsor Sea view Features:

Electric HWS
Flat Screen TV on Swing-arm
Radio / CD
DVD Player
Split System Air Conditioner
Roll-out Awning with Anti Flap Bars
Full Annex Walls
Wynguard TV Antenna
Tinted Flyscreened Windows
Checker-plate Bumper Bar

Also has a battery pack .
What I'm asking for, does any one info either good or bad on this van.I do believe its a timber frame.

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Reply By: Member -Dodger - Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 16:47

Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 16:47

Windsor do make a reasonable caravan.
So check it out first and make sure that it is within the allowable limits of your commodore. And do go for the heaviest rated towbar you can get for safety sake.

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Reply By: Bob Y. - Qld - Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 16:56

Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 16:56

With those extra goodies, the price doesn't seem too bad. Are you sure it's got beds in it? lol

When you check it out, make sure you check inside all the cupboards. If the roof has leaked at some time, it may not be evident on the interior walls, but will often be noticeable inside cupboards around the roofline.

Hope it's what you want,

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Reply By: dazren - Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 18:59

Wednesday, Oct 05, 2011 at 18:59

You do not mention what size caravan, or most importantly the ATM.. WHICH IS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FULLY LOADED WEIGHT,
If memory serves me well, the max towing weight for the Commodore is 2100 kgs [ and you would need a load leveling set-up ] as for the Tow Bar go the max hvy duty as specified by Gmh. The price of the van seems reasonable, IF it is in good condition, check it carefully, and then check it again'
OH good luck and Happy Travels dazren

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Follow Up By: X_PAC6969 - Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 16:43

Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 16:43

The van is 16'and 7'.6wide.
Tare 1257kg

GTM 1435kg

ATM 1557 kg

The ball weight as listed by Windsor is 122KG.
Still seems a good buy buy may be try and do a deal with the dealer.

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Follow Up By: dazren - Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 17:36

Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 17:36

Those weights are well within the Commodore's range, If you really like the van and it makes you happy Go for it ?? and then get out there and use it

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Follow Up By: dazren - Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 17:38

Wednesday, Oct 12, 2011 at 17:38

P.S Go for the 2100 Kg Tow Bar

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Follow Up By: X_PAC6969 - Thursday, Oct 13, 2011 at 16:18

Thursday, Oct 13, 2011 at 16:18

Thanks dazren will look further into the van

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Follow Up By: PamL - Saturday, Oct 22, 2011 at 19:18

Saturday, Oct 22, 2011 at 19:18

Hi
We have an 03 Windsor Seaview pop top (similar specs to the one you mentioned) and the the tare weight is 1450 kg and the ball weight is 165kg.

Oh, and its also for sale atm too (and for a good price.. -)

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Follow Up By: ModSquad - Saturday, Oct 22, 2011 at 19:33

Saturday, Oct 22, 2011 at 19:33

Pam L,

If it is for sale why not place an Ad in the Classifieds so that people can contact you in the appropriate manner and not via the forum.

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