Best/safest way to sell my campervan? (Husbands health)

I’m so sorry for your loss 😢 thinking of you xx
 
So sorry to hear your sad news , our condolences to you and your families sending you a heartfelt hug

John n Kath xx
 
Really sorry to hear about your sad loss. Give it a little time and then go and give it a try. I've met a number of ladies who were in the same position, about to give up motorhoming for good but went out there on their own and had a great time. Good luck
 
AnnieB - my sincere condolences Annie, a very difficult time for you.
There are a lot of women who travel solo, often with dogs and friendships have formed. I have made great friends whilst out in my van, a number of whom are widowed and we do meet up at times and there is always a helping hand around when needed. Give yourself time and I really hope you can begin to enjoy your van again soon.

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Very sorry to hear your husband has now passed. Good for you deciding to give it a go in the van. As has been said before there are many single ladies who travel on their own. It may suit but it may not. Time will tell, no rush.
 
So sorry to read your news Annie and I wish you strength for the weeks and months ahead.
I too know of ladies who have travelled solo successfully in similar circumstances and think it’s a great idea to persevere.
Thinking of you.
 
So sorry to hear your very sad news. All the best for the future and as has been said take your time.
 
So sorry Annie, it must be such a shock coming so soon after the diagnosis. Sending you my deepest condolences at this time.
Over the airwaves hugs
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Very sorry to hear your sad news, I hope you are managing ok.
I think keeping the van for now is a good idea, it would be a shame to get rid and then find, in a few months, you’re thinking of a van again.
 
Very sorry to read the extremely sad news of your husband's passing. Sincere condolences to you and your family.

And absolutely no rush to make any decisions about the van, just see how things go in your own time.
 
AnnieB said:
UPDATE.
sadly, just 2 short weeks after my first post in this thread my husband passed away in his sleep (15 March). Just 4 weeks after receiving the ‘terminal’ diagnosis And 6 weeks after first becoming ill.

The campervan is still sitting on my drive while I deal with the aftermath.

Although my initial thoughts were to sell it I’ve decided to hold fire for now. When things settle down I may feel able to try solo camping, even if just for a night or two. With my little dog for company I’m hoping I will be brave enough, especially if I stick to local campsites. If it doesn’t work out and I get too emotional then at least I tried.

Wont be for a week or so (funeral next week) but I will let you know if I decide to take the plunge. One thing that worries me is could I cope with raising and closing the (very heavy) pop-top. I’m sure someone must have worked out a way to make this easier so will be trawling through YouTube.
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So very sorry to hear your news. Such a terribly short time to take in such a momentous shock.

I think you're very wise not making a hasty decision now. And if/when you're ready to hit the road, there are plenty of lovely people here who can advise on the practicalities of using or selling the van.
 
heartfelt sympathies for your loss, what a shock for it to happen so soon, but hope you can keep the van if you are able to at least have a means of escape from the dark days you may face..

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AnnieB said:
UPDATE.
sadly, just 2 short weeks after my first post in this thread my husband passed away in his sleep (15 March). Just 4 weeks after receiving the ‘terminal’ diagnosis And 6 weeks after first becoming ill.

The campervan is still sitting on my drive while I deal with the aftermath.

Although my initial thoughts were to sell it I’ve decided to hold fire for now. When things settle down I may feel able to try solo camping, even if just for a night or two. With my little dog for company I’m hoping I will be brave enough, especially if I stick to local campsites. If it doesn’t work out and I get too emotional then at least I tried.

Wont be for a week or so (funeral next week) but I will let you know if I decide to take the plunge. One thing that worries me is could I cope with raising and closing the (very heavy) pop-top. I’m sure someone must have worked out a way to make this easier so will be trawling through YouTube.
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I'm so very sorry to read this news.

I think holding fire on selling your van is a good thing. I'm sure there will be many other things to be dealing with right now. I hope in due course you and your little dog can try some solo nights away. For all the posts on long-term touring, just a night 'somewhere else' can be very good for the soul. Even just getting out for a day in the van can be restorative, and your Aire is a good van for 'day van' use.

Last year I while at a folk gig I met a lady in a little MH next to mine who was just starting out on her solo travels after losing her hubby. She also had a dog. Her friend came to meet her at the gig. There's also a very good YouTube channel called CamperVanya, which is a channel by a lady called Sue about "re-engaging with life after losing my husband suddenly". She talks about the impact of grief and although not a channel I would think you'll want to watch just yet, I do recommend it at a point you feel you might find the input of someone who has been in a very similar situation to yourself.



My own van has a pop top, so I understand your concern that it can be tricky, but I think a lot is down to finding a technique which works for you. If it worries you, maybe use the van without the roof up for the moment, until you can have a go in a 'safe place' with someone to help you if needs be.

Whatever you decide in due course, I do wish you all the best and pray you'll have people near to you who love you and can help support you through the next few months in particular.

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Tonks said:
I'm so very sorry to read this news.

I think holding fire on selling your van is a good thing. I'm sure there will be many other things to be dealing with right now. I hope in due course you and your little dog can try some solo nights away. For all the posts on long-term touring, just a night 'somewhere else' can be very good for the soul. Even just getting out for a day in the van can be restorative, and your Aire is a good van for 'day van' use.

Last year I while at a folk gig I met a lady in a little MH next to mine who was just starting out on her solo travels after losing her hubby. She also had a dog. Her friend came to meet her at the gig. There's also a very good YouTube channel called CamperVanya, which is a channel by a lady called Sue about "re-engaging with life after losing my husband suddenly". She talks about the impact of grief and although not a channel I would think you'll want to watch just yet, I do recommend it at a point you feel you might find the input of someone who has been in a very similar situation to yourself.



My own van has a pop top, so I understand your concern that it can be tricky, but I think a lot is down to finding a technique which works for you. If it worries you, maybe use the van without the roof up for the moment, until you can have a go in a 'safe place' with someone to help you if needs be.

Whatever you decide in due course, I do wish you all the best and pray you'll have people near to you who love you and can help support you through the next few months in particular.
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Lovely post and yes, I do know about Campervanya and have watched her vlogs for sometime when my Andy was fit and well. She’s braver than I am and an inspiration.
When everything settles I will have a practice with the roof on the drive.
 
AnnieB said:
Lovely post and yes, I do know about Campervanya and have watched her vlogs for sometime when my Andy was fit and well. She’s braver than I am and an inspiration.
When everything settles I will have a practice with the roof on the drive.
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Really sorry to hear of your tragic loss.
you may find visiting sites with wardens useful to begin with, I have no doubt that they would happily assist you in raising/lowering your pop top roof. Especially giving them a call before booking.
 
AnnieB said:
UPDATE.
sadly, just 2 short weeks after my first post in this thread my husband passed away in his sleep (15 March). Just 4 weeks after receiving the ‘terminal’ diagnosis And 6 weeks after first becoming ill.

The campervan is still sitting on my drive while I deal with the aftermath.

Although my initial thoughts were to sell it I’ve decided to hold fire for now. When things settle down I may feel able to try solo camping, even if just for a night or two. With my little dog for company I’m hoping I will be brave enough, especially if I stick to local campsites. If it doesn’t work out and I get too emotional then at least I tried.

Wont be for a week or so (funeral next week) but I will let you know if I decide to take the plunge. One thing that worries me is could I cope with raising and closing the (very heavy) pop-top. I’m sure someone must have worked out a way to make this easier so will be trawling through YouTube.
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Good on you for holding off selling. There are other solo travellers in MHFun and I know some female solo travellers meet up nearby when attending MHFun meets so they can arrive together and camp close to each other for support etc.... You will not be short of friendly help at a MHFun event.
 
Sorry it was all so quick and final :(

Good luck for the future.

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So sorry to read such sad news our condolences to you
 
So Sorry for your loss.
 
That’s me and the entire Funster Forum sending heart felt condolences at this terrible time. I’m so glad that you’ve decided to keep the van for now and think you’re really brave to give it a go when you can.

You already know that there’s lots of us to give support, advice and assistance with whatever you need, just ask when the time comes.

Sending hugs ❤️❤️
 
AnnieB said:
Lovely post and yes, I do know about Campervanya and have watched her vlogs for sometime when my Andy was fit and well. She’s braver than I am and an inspiration.
When everything settles I will have a practice with the roof on the drive.
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My wife and i live in Warrington ( we had a a VW with a pop top and yes there is a knack with them ) , when you feel the time is right just contact us on here and we will meet up somewhere convenient for you and give you a hand finding the right technique .
Many condolences for your sad loss .

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So very sorry for your loss. If you do keep the van and you are ever this way, give me a shout and we will come and see you and help you with any problems and maybe go for a walk together with our dogs.
 
Such devastating news, I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
As has been stated in other posts, you will find much support and guidance from members of the forum when, and if, you require it.
Stay strong and take care Annie.
 
It'll take time to adjust quite apart from any camper van challenges. As for the roof issue, a small ( poss folding) step could give you a bit of height which might make lifting the roof easier.
 

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