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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 19:34:00 GMT 10
A friend of mine is considering purchasing this van, which is claimed to be a 1985 Sheraton. To me, it looks a lot like a Capricorn. I own a 1973 Capricorn, and the lino in the Sheraton is absolutely identical to mine. The external shape is identical, aluminium trimming identical, windows similar (winders and locks are different). Hard to judge on the internal layout as it appears to have been modified over its life. I also doubt its as young as 1985. Does anyone have an opinion ? |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2014 19:55:05 GMT 10
Hi Glennv,
Yes that van is a Sheraton,they were a short lived companies around in the late 70s and possibly 80s.
All the manufacturers around then bought their supplies from the same companies,that is why your Capricorn has the same Lino.
If you have a look with a trained eye you will see the shape is different,Capricorn had a very distinct top roll that was individual.
The only question I would have would be age,possibly earlier than 85.
Hope this is helpful for you.
Cheers
Hughdeani
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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 20:04:08 GMT 10
You've got me Highdeani ! I looked at the pictures side by side and still cant see the difference, other than perhaps my Capricorn more of a rake on the roofline.
But anyways ... I will take your word for it.
Out of interest, I see that Chesney had a Sheraton model. Did they perhaps purchase this company ? or coincidence ?
Glenn.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2014 20:27:12 GMT 10
Hi Glenn,
The Chesney Sheraton was just a name,nothing to do with this brand.
Meant to say,doesn't really matter what year the van is,as long as your friend likes it and is happy to pay the price,age is irrelevant.
Caravans don't age like a car does,as long as it's been well looked after that's all that really matters.
Cheers
hughdeani
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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 20:35:18 GMT 10
Cheers hughdeani.
Regarding age, I totally agree and said exactly those words on the way home. She definitely appears to tick the boxes on maintenance and care.
Best regards,
Glenn
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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 20:37:34 GMT 10
Cheers hughdeani.
Regarding age, I totally agree and said exactly those words on the way home. She definitely appears to tick the boxes on maintenance and care.
Best regards,
Glenn
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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 20:38:36 GMT 10
Cheers hughdeani.
Regarding age, I totally agree and said exactly those words on the way home. She definitely appears to tick the boxes on maintenance and care.
Best regards,
Glenn
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Post by glennv on Nov 17, 2014 20:40:58 GMT 10
Wow ! Didn't mean to reply thrice !
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