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Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:46 pm
by Badhatharry (deleted)
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Hi
I'm new to this game and when we eventually get a Troll, how much would it be to insure??
Thanks


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Tue Mar 05, 2019 8:13 pm
by eribaMotters | 5.590 Posts

If you have not had caravan insurance before then it could be a lot. Think car insurance premiums. It is obviously dependant on age/value and if you want UK or European cover. Contents cover will also paly a role so check your household policy to see what it covers when away from home on holiday.
Names to consider for a quote are Lifesure, Caravan and Motorhome Club [have a stiff drink ready], SAGA etc. Others will add names to consider.
I've had insurance since early 2000's. My 2017 triton is insured for £25.5K, new for old, European cover etc and costs me £270 a year with Lifesure. Caravan and Motorhome Club wanted about £400.

Colin


Skoda Yeti diesel 2wd _ ex 430, 552, camplet trailer tent, 310, now a nice white 2017 430.
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 06, 2019 9:10 am
by VanThe Man | 11 Posts

Try Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers who trade under the name of Cover4Caravans.

www.alanblunden.co.uk.

I have found them to be very competitive; under £200 for a 2012 Troll with awning etc.

Ian


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 06, 2019 9:54 am
by Kam | 139 Posts

I use Towergate and they charge just under £200 for a 2006 Troll kept in a storage site. I am a first time caravan owner.


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 06, 2019 9:55 am
by Randa france | 13.261 Posts

As others have said, it depends on the age of the van. Insurers lose the value of older vans and we have to explain to them that they don't depreciate after they reach a certain age, way above a normal caravan.

We normally agree on a "nominated value". Another good one for the list is Towergate, especially if you are an AA member as discounts will be applied.

Older vans can usually be insured for between £125-£150 if used only in this country and between £150-£200 if used in Europe. This includes awnings etc

Randa


ERIBAFOLK POP UP EVERYWHERE 1999 Eriba Troll 530 pushing a VW Touran 2L TDi Match
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Wed Mar 06, 2019 11:18 am
by Rhys (deleted)
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I've moved away from a motorhome and taking on a caravan as a first timer. I'm soon to take delivery of new Troll 540GT and am starting to look at insurance for European touring. Starting to realise it gets more complex when you consider breakdown cover as well. New car is insured with LV and covered for European breakdown by manufacturer, so need to figure out how to cover Troll. Any tips and hints on pitfalls or other peoples experience would be welcome.


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Sat Mar 09, 2019 11:28 am
by davethebeard (deleted)
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If new car is insured with LV, I'd be inclined to give them a try as well as anyone else that may be interesting. Often your own company will be prepared to quote even if they don't advertise caravan/trailer insurance
Dave


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 03, 2020 12:39 pm
by Barry Potts (deleted)
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Hello Eriba Friends,

We are brand new to caravanning and just about to pick up our 2019 530 Troll (Rockabilly). We were quoted £350 (UK and Europe) which we assume is a combination of being new to the game (0 years NCD) and it being a new van. It will be stored very securely when not travelling. Does this seem reasonable before we check out other insurers?


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 03, 2020 12:50 pm
by eribaMotters | 5.590 Posts

Baryy,
for a first time quote on an expensive van and with no insurance history I doubt you would get much cheaper.

Colin


aka Oscar - Audi A3 1.5 petrol _ ex 430, 552, camplet trailer tent, 310, now a nice white 2017 430.
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 03, 2020 12:56 pm
by Barry Potts (deleted)
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Colin,

I thought as much after trawling the very useful info in this forum. Much appreciated and happy travelling.

Barry


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 03, 2020 3:17 pm
by RichL (deleted)
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I just got quoted £117 for a 2003 Troll, UK only, kept at home and first time I had a van. Seems that is ok then!


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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 03, 2020 8:14 pm
by Williebraveheart | 351 Posts

£10 per £1000 value is rough guide to go on. Anything well above that or well below that is suspicious.

Stewart


2019 Troll 535GT Fixed Bed. Skoda Karoq 1.5i DSG
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 24, 2020 10:45 am
by sibillini | 236 Posts

Time to renew having been with Alan Blunden for years, so decided to test the market. Saga are significantly cheaper for the same cover. Anyone used Saga for a claim?

The Clubs were more than Alan Blunden. Tried LV, who wouldn't quote because they couldn't find the address of the CASSOA Storage site on a Business Park where Elsie is stored.

Charlie


2002 Eriba Troll 540 (Elsie) + Honda CRV 2.2 diesel
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 24, 2020 11:30 am
by eribanaut | 1.228 Posts

Yes, and they were very good, we had a total right off in Italy and they handled the whole thing superbly, had the money for a replacement within 6 weeks.
Dave


Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 150 Tdi DSG Troll 552 - 2005
Don't worry about the destination, enjoy the journey.
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RE: Eriba insurance???

in Anything Eriba-related Mon Feb 24, 2020 1:43 pm
by Rickys Rav | 74 Posts

Yes I have used Saga before (for campervan insurance) and they were really good.
I have just moved back to them from Towergate who thought it would be amusing to increase my premium by 17% when I have made no claims in the previous 2 years. Saga quoted me a better price with better cover & a lower excess.
I will now check the market every year at renewal time as it would seem that there is a lot of really unfair play out there in insurance land!


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