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1960s Capricorn Aluminium and Bondwood Caravan Vintage, Retro
$18,000 Negotiable
1960’s Capricorn Aluminium and Bondwood Caravan and Annexe – Vintage, Retro
I am selling “Miss Ruby” my 60’s vintage caravan.
Built by Capricorn Caravans of East Bentleigh, Victoria
The caravan is in great condition for its age. It has Bondwood sides and Aluminium front, back and roof which has helped to ensure its survival.
I understand that Capricorn Caravans started building caravans in 1962 and going by the chassis number we think it may be a 1963 or 1964 but for some reason it is registered as 1955 (so take your pick 😊). Built as a 4 berth, it has a caravan double bed at one end and a table and seating at the other end. The table drops down to make the other double bed.
It was completely refurbished inside and out 11 years ago and has been garaged constantly since then. The gas was removed at that time, but we still have the original cooktop in case you wish to re-install it. It is on 240v power and has a Kelvinator fridge with freezer section.
8 years ago, it had a colour change (from Red to Blue). Quality Foam and Marine Grade Vinyl was used on the seating. It has a good quality Pillow Top Mattress with an additional matching removable Pillow Top. It has blue formica on the table, benchtop and backsplash which is in fantastic condition with no chips, marks or burns. It has blue and white striped awnings and window covers as well as an additional full grey and blue annexe, extra awnings and window covers, which are “as new”. The annexe more than doubles the size of the caravan, so it’s great for weekend trips or full-on holidays for the whole family.
Miss Ruby has previously been featured on the Loyal Order of the Glampers Calendar in the USA as well as a Front Cover and 7-page article in Vintage Caravan Magazine.
She is a very rare caravan as hardly any 60’s Capricorn Caravans still exist.
The caravan is lightweight, it is very easy to move around by hand if need be. It tows very well; in fact you don’t really know it’s behind you. We have taken it on various trips in Qld and NSW without any issues. We took her away to the Gold Coast last weekend and each day had torrential rain. I’m very happy to say that she still has no leaks.
It will be sold with a Roadworthy Certificate. It currently has Qld Rego until April 2024. I will leave the rego in place and pay for another 12 months if the caravan stays in Qld. I have just had new tyres fitted (including the spare).
The caravan is more than 60 years old, so obviously it’s not 100% perfect but it is in fantastic condition for its age and I have no hesitation in saying that you can hook the van up today and tow it wherever you wish to go and use it without any hassles.
This caravan is a great piece of Australian history, and I can only hope that the purchaser will love her and look after her as I have.
Measurements as follows:-
Body Length 3750mm / 12ft 3½ inches
Body Width 2100mm / 6ft 10½ inches
Body Height 2500mm / 8ft 2½ inches
Overall Length 4700mm / 15ft 5 inches
Included:-
Roadworthy Certificate
Qld Rego
Various Awnings, Annex, Skirt, Metal Poles, Ropes, Pegs
Stands
Built in Step
Window and Door Flyscreens
Microwave
7 Pin Small Round Plug
Miss Ruby can be viewed in Caboolture, Qld
Please contact us with any questions or for additional photos.
$21,000 ono
No Holds / No Pay ID
I am selling “Miss Ruby” my 60’s vintage caravan.
Built by Capricorn Caravans of East Bentleigh, Victoria
The caravan is in great condition for its age. It has Bondwood sides and Aluminium front, back and roof which has helped to ensure its survival.
I understand that Capricorn Caravans started building caravans in 1962 and going by the chassis number we think it may be a 1963 or 1964 but for some reason it is registered as 1955 (so take your pick 😊). Built as a 4 berth, it has a caravan double bed at one end and a table and seating at the other end. The table drops down to make the other double bed.
It was completely refurbished inside and out 11 years ago and has been garaged constantly since then. The gas was removed at that time, but we still have the original cooktop in case you wish to re-install it. It is on 240v power and has a Kelvinator fridge with freezer section.
8 years ago, it had a colour change (from Red to Blue). Quality Foam and Marine Grade Vinyl was used on the seating. It has a good quality Pillow Top Mattress with an additional matching removable Pillow Top. It has blue formica on the table, benchtop and backsplash which is in fantastic condition with no chips, marks or burns. It has blue and white striped awnings and window covers as well as an additional full grey and blue annexe, extra awnings and window covers, which are “as new”. The annexe more than doubles the size of the caravan, so it’s great for weekend trips or full-on holidays for the whole family.
Miss Ruby has previously been featured on the Loyal Order of the Glampers Calendar in the USA as well as a Front Cover and 7-page article in Vintage Caravan Magazine.
She is a very rare caravan as hardly any 60’s Capricorn Caravans still exist.
The caravan is lightweight, it is very easy to move around by hand if need be. It tows very well; in fact you don’t really know it’s behind you. We have taken it on various trips in Qld and NSW without any issues. We took her away to the Gold Coast last weekend and each day had torrential rain. I’m very happy to say that she still has no leaks.
It will be sold with a Roadworthy Certificate. It currently has Qld Rego until April 2024. I will leave the rego in place and pay for another 12 months if the caravan stays in Qld. I have just had new tyres fitted (including the spare).
The caravan is more than 60 years old, so obviously it’s not 100% perfect but it is in fantastic condition for its age and I have no hesitation in saying that you can hook the van up today and tow it wherever you wish to go and use it without any hassles.
This caravan is a great piece of Australian history, and I can only hope that the purchaser will love her and look after her as I have.
Measurements as follows:-
Body Length 3750mm / 12ft 3½ inches
Body Width 2100mm / 6ft 10½ inches
Body Height 2500mm / 8ft 2½ inches
Overall Length 4700mm / 15ft 5 inches
Included:-
Roadworthy Certificate
Qld Rego
Various Awnings, Annex, Skirt, Metal Poles, Ropes, Pegs
Stands
Built in Step
Window and Door Flyscreens
Microwave
7 Pin Small Round Plug
Miss Ruby can be viewed in Caboolture, Qld
Please contact us with any questions or for additional photos.
$21,000 ono
No Holds / No Pay ID
- Date Listed:22/03/2024
- Last Edited:22/03/2024
- Year:1964
- Listing Type:Private seller
- Sleeping Capacity (people):4
- Seating Capacity (seats):4
- Registration Number:CU2068
- Make:Capricorn
- Caravan Type:Caravan
- Registered:Yes
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