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Subject Topic: Would you buy it? - Bailey ranger 550/6
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16/8/2010 at 10:44am
 Location: Suffolk
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We have been to view a 2004 Bailey Ranger 550/6.  We took a damp meter with us and it seems just fine.  There was a problem with damp 2 years ago and the rear panel was replaced under warranty.  The owners want £7,500 for it with all equip - we are looking to offer between 6,800/900.

My question is would you consider a van that has already had a damp problem even if it has been rectified???? - Is there anything else we should be aware of with this model??

Thanks

Jesscia



16/8/2010 at 11:01am
 Location: whitstable kent
 Outfit: sterling eccles sport 584 freelander 2
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If they can prove they had the work done professionally and have paper work I may consider it, I do think it's a bit expensive though if you can knock them down and you are satisfied all well and good but remember there are plenty of vans about that havnt had damp, it's so easy to get carried away but pop your sensible hat on and be prepared to walk away.


16/8/2010 at 11:01am
 Location: Hampshire
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Any sign of damp ever being in a van and I would back off. Seems expensive for a 6 year old Bailey.

 



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16/8/2010 at 11:30am
 Location: Maidstone - Kent
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I have a 2005 550/6 and paid £7,000 for it last year with a ton of extras. Feels a little expensive to me.

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16/8/2010 at 11:57am
 Location: Fife
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Considering its had damp which i trust will never reappear but ask to see proof i would try an offer between 6k-6.5k


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17/8/2010 at 10:29pm
 Location: Northamptonshire
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We have this model van. We had loads chucked in the price and have been really happy with it! I would most certain attempt to knock the price down. Good Luck.


18/8/2010 at 4:34pm
 Location: Sitingbourne
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the problem with the caravan was probably due to stress cracks in the plastic panel thes panel cracks are common in most makes of caravan of the period 2003 to 2007

Bailey it would seem have replaced the panel under warranty so you can be sure that all traces of damp caused by the cracks were dealt with. Check the curves of the plastic front & rear panels for signs of cracks between the awning rails & the plastic panel particulary the curve from the cross roof seal down the edge of the panel .& just above the front window hinges. if there is no cracking then the van is ok




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