• Would you consider spending more on added
comfort and luxuries should you be travelling for
extended periods or lash out and buy a bigger
caravan or motorhome?
• Does your current vehicle have the towing
purchase another vehicle?
• How many beds will you need and what type?
Consider an end double bed, an island bed or
single beds, air mattresses or swags.
• What do you require in a kitchen?
• Do you need a toilet and shower or would you
holiday or tourist park?
• How intensive would you like the set up to be
e.g. can your caravan, RV or tent be set up
quickly and with ease?
• Is your caravan or RV simple to position and
level?
• Is the ceiling height sucient for the people
using the vehicle travelling?
belongs? Be mindful caravans have weight
restrictions which will limit the amount of
belongs you can bring
DESIGNS
• Can it be stored easily when not in use?
• Are you after modern features or could you buy
a used caravan?
THE CHECK LIST
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
¨ The manufacturer - Does the manufacturer meets all Australian Standards and Australian
Design Rules? Do they have the appropriate warranty departments, spare parts and repair
facilities?
¨ Chassis and suspension – Is the quality of the chassis and suspension built for roads you
intend to travel on? The materials and construction, are critical to the longevity of your caravan
or RV’s life.
¨ Doors seals, ventilation and undercarriage – Is the sealing appropriate to help prevent
water and dust from entering your unit? This will save you a lot of time cleaning which you
would like to prevent when on holidays.
¨ Awnings and annexes – Do you need an awning or annexe area? These allow for more
living space, shelter and with walls added can provide protection from the sun, wind and rain
and provide a great deal of added comfort when travelling. It is important to consider that you
have the right quality canvas for the purpose of its use, for example roofs r
equire heavier duty
canvas than walls. Remember, the extra weight awnings and annexes can add to your unit.
¨ Bedding – How comfortable do you want your bed? A range of mattress types can be
included like inner spring, foam mattresses.