Grand California purchase

SCO63 · Tuesday at 6:36 PM

Hi,
I’m looking at buying a Grand California. With my budget probably up to about a 2021 plate which would also if I’m correct not incur the extra Road tax fee? Also looking for the extra high level bed.
Anyways what should I be looking out for and are there any accessories which are a must.
New to camper/motorhomes so any advice appreciated. May not be an instant purchase as there ain’t a lot for sale.
I’d rather have it as my only vehicle but can always buy a small runaround if needed.
Thanks

Up10 · Wednesday at 3:37 PM

SCO63 said:
Hi,
I’m looking at buying a Grand California. With my budget probably up to about a 2021 plate which would also if I’m correct not incur the extra Road tax fee? Also looking for the extra high level bed.
Anyways what should I be looking out for and are there any accessories which are a must.
New to camper/motorhomes so any advice appreciated. May not be an instant purchase as there ain’t a lot for sale.
I’d rather have it as my only vehicle but can always buy a small runaround if needed.
Thanks

Is there a specific reason for choosing a GC? I just wondered as maybe a T6 or T6.1 California may suit you better if you want a single vehicle for camping and for daily use. It might help to understand your needs a little better.

SCO63 · Wednesday at 3:46 PM

Ideally i’d have camper and a car but prices dictate that with GC that ain't viable. The bathroom aspect with it being self contained is the attraction and apart from some parking issues i enjoy driving that size of vehicle ok. I just thought the GC ticked most boxes. Though have seen a fiat ducato conversion that would be affordable and Keep my car. Just looking to utilise my time to tour UK as with circumstances holidays abroad ain’t an option.

Up10 · Wednesday at 5:18 PM

SCO63 said:
Ideally i’d have camper and a car but prices dictate that with GC that ain't viable. The bathroom aspect with it being self contained is the attraction and apart from some parking issues i enjoy driving that size of vehicle ok. I just thought the GC ticked most boxes. Though have seen a fiat ducato conversion that would be affordable and Keep my car. Just looking to utilise my time to tour UK as with circumstances holidays abroad ain’t an option.

Sorry to keep following up with more questions (I'm sort of hoping someone else will chip in and answer your original questions) but do you intend to wild camp or would you prefer to stay on serviced campsites when away?

SCO63 · Wednesday at 5:21 PM

Prob more sites id imagine but would do some wild camping.

andyinluton · Wednesday at 8:54 PM

SCO63 said:
Hi,
I’m looking at buying a Grand California. With my budget probably up to about a 2021 plate which would also if I’m correct not incur the extra Road tax fee?

all GCs fit into one of two tax bands , ordinary PLG for those under 3.5tnne at £360 yr and those over 3.5tnne as Private Heavy Goods at £171 YR registration year doesn't make a difference

SCO63 · Wednesday at 9:37 PM

andyinluton said:
all GCs fit into one of two tax bands , ordinary PLG for those under 3.5tnne at £360 yr and those over 3.5tnne as Private Heavy Goods at £171 YR registration year doesn't make a difference

I was referring to the extra circa £400 for first 6 years? Of registration part for vehicles over £40,000. So after this period it would be £360?