gerr
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Post by gerr on Feb 2, 2011 19:32:16 GMT
I have put my 1978 Safari 17/4 up for sale on ebay. It needs refurbishment. Please email me on rockyr@tiscali.co.uk for more photos or information than are on ebay. cgi.ebay.co.uk/Classic-Safari-Caravan-renovation-/150557275109?pt=UK_Campers_Caravans_Motorhomes&hash=item230de9b3e5Before it was put into retirement it was towed around everywhere. It has been barn stored for 12 years. I have moved it several times since and it tows ok but I wouldn't reccommend anyone towing it on the highway before a thorough check especially the brakes. There are signs of dampness (very small amount of wallpaper come loose) although it doesn't smell or feel damp. Maybe it isn't damp as the paper looks perfect to stick back on. A rare beauty Attachments:
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Post by gerr on Feb 5, 2011 10:07:25 GMT
Several people have viewed the caravan and they have all indicated that it would be an easy and straight forward restoration. If you want to view it please call me on 07766011004. If you want to receive more photos please email to rockyr@tiscali.co.ukAttachments:
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Mick
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Post by Mick on Feb 5, 2011 18:03:58 GMT
I had seen this on Ebay and recently one of the members was wanting a 4 berth, I have passed the information on about it.
Do you have any photos of the suspect damp area?
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Post by gerr on Feb 5, 2011 22:11:13 GMT
Hi Mick, Thank you for your help. I will take a close up photo in the morning. A few people have viewed it and said it is not damp, just unused. Gerr Attachments:
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Post by gerr on Feb 6, 2011 13:30:22 GMT
Hi Mick. There are no rotten bits or leaks. I can't say there is no damp because I haven't got a meter and am afraid of any come backs. However, the timber that is under a little loose paper is clean and solid and would not concern me in the slightest if I were restoring it. Attachments:
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Post by gerr on Feb 7, 2011 16:59:18 GMT
Have been working on my Safari today. The brake drums and shoes are perfect. The steel rod connecting to the hitch has been shortened as far as it will go but I would have liked a little bit more. However, there is about 70-80% brake. The bearings are adjusted and good.
The towing lights are now working.
My opinion, but I am not an expert, is that it is towable at your own risk. It is sold as seen in every way and it is for the buyer to make the final decision regarding transportation.
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Mick
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Post by Mick on Feb 8, 2011 22:29:16 GMT
Nice price on Ebay! Good to see they're fetching good money. Shows how rare the 4 berths are.
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Post by Brian M on Feb 8, 2011 23:18:26 GMT
As you say Mick a very good price - 10 different bidders - the wonder of Ebay!
Gerr - well done, can you pass on details of the forum to the new owner, if they don't already know about us.
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gill
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Post by gill on Feb 22, 2011 15:25:16 GMT
just to say we paid £2000 for ours last year....and she is really lovely, a nice lick of paint on the inside, over the original wall paper, woodwork is great, fitted new carpets, everything else works a treat, big wardrobes to boot for storage....17/4 thats been looked after and stored carefully. We've got a slight crack in kitchen window that we need to sort out...the cushions are original yellow/mustard colour...anyway, we love her and hope to get out and about with her this summer....so see you there !!!!!
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