Interactive Checklist • Your Complete Journey
Caravan Ownership
Readiness Checklist
From first research to selling your van - know exactly what to do at every stage. No more wondering "what am I missing?"
Stage 1 of 6
Research
Is this even for me?
Have I read the step-by-step buying guide?→ How to Buy a Caravan
Do I have a vehicle that can tow?→ Check with Tow Calculator
What's my realistic budget?→ Use Finance Calculator
On-road, semi off-road, or full off-road?→ Take the Quiz
Have I rented a caravan to try it?→ Rent Before You Buy Guide
Do I understand GVM, GCM, ATM?→ Compliance Plate Guide
Have I compared warranties?→ Warranty Comparison
Stage 2 of 6
Shopping
Ready to compare specific models
Have I shortlisted 3-5 models?→ Browse Caravans
Have I sorted finance before visiting a dealer? (buying on finance = walk in with pre-approval, not hope)→ Why Finance Comes First
Have I requested quotes from dealers?
Have I inspected in person?
Do I understand the warranty terms?→ Warranty Guide
Have I negotiated price / inclusions?
Ready to talk numbers?
Getting pre-approved turns you into a cash buyer at the dealership. You negotiate the price of the van, not the monthly repayment.
See what you could borrow with Jade Finance →Free quote, no obligation.Takes about 2 minutes.
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Stage 3 of 6
Buying
Ready to sign
Have I read the sales contract carefully?
Is delivery timeline confirmed?
Have I arranged caravan insurance?
Is my tow vehicle ready? (towbar, brake controller)→ Essential Accessories
Am I registered for roadside assist?
Stage 4 of 6
New Owner
Keys in hand, now what?
Did I do a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)?→ PDI Checklist
Have I done my first test trip?
Have I joined owner communities / forums?
Do I know how to operate all systems? (12V, water, gas)
Have I booked my first service?
Stage 5 of 6
Ongoing Ownership
Keep it running, keep improving
Regular maintenance on schedule
Annual bearing/brake service completed
Upgrades completed (solar, lithium, etc.)
Insurance renewed annually
Registration renewed
Stage 6 of 6
Selling / Upgrading
Time to move on
Do I know my caravan's market value?
Have I gathered service history?
Is the van in sale-ready condition?
Where should I list it?
Ready to buy my next van?→ Start Fresh with the Quiz