About Us

Our Story

Caravan Planet is a Christchurch family owned business with a difference. At Caravan Planet we endeavour to provide you with a great level of personal service and advice and we`re extremely proud of that. We work very hard to achieve this and we`re here 7 days a week to make the purchase of a new caravan exciting and the way it is supposed to be.

Personally Handpicked

We personally handpick and inspect every caravan we import from the UK

Largest Choice

Largest choice in Canterbury of used and now new UK caravans

UK'S Largest Dealer

We only deal with the UK's largest dealer this ensures we can get the right stock and is of a very high caliber. Each selected UK caravan must pass a 100 point check before leaving the UK, on average we reject 4 out of 5 caravans we inspect, to ensure our high standards are met

Wealth of Knowledge

Together between myself and our team we have a wealth of knowledge on caravan and caravanning with over 60 years combined experience

Compliance

On arrival to New Zealand each imported caravan undergoes a comprehensive compliance for New Zealand Standards, with New Gas Certs, New Electrical WOF, New Roadworthy WOF

Delivery

We can help to arrange or deliver your caravan with in the South Island or to the Picton Ferry at minimal cost or free of charge

Guarantee

We guarantee clear title to every caravan we sell. All caravans imported by us from the UK, are checked on the CRIS Registration and HPI Checked to ensure it is not stolen or a damaged write off

Financing

We can arrange Finance from Low or No Deposit (TAP) enquire now to find out more

Welcoming

Our staff will welcome you to the dealership and show you what we have on hand and arriving soon, we have a large range of stock coming and going at all times

Trade-in

We will trade in your caravan, car, 4wd or motorhome as long as they meet our standards

Vehicle Towing

We can also help with a tow vehicle for your next caravan should you require one please visit www.planetmotorcompany.co.nz

Warranty

We guarantee every caravan sold by us for its warranty period for genuine faults

Your journey starts here

100% hand picked

We personally handpick and inspect every caravan we Import from the UK. As we only deal with the UK'S largest dealer we on average reject 4 out of 5 caravans inspected, this ensures all our UK imports are of a very high calibre.

100 point check

Each Caravan we import must pass a 100-point check prior to leaving the UK to ensure our high standards are exceeded.

Fresh water barrel

We supply a New Aquaroll as part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack” with all imported UK caravans.

Caravan Step

We supply a new caravan step as part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack” with all imported UK caravans.

Awning

As part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack”. You will receive a New Full Awning complete with an Eco ground sheet.

Caravan Lead

As part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack” with all imported UK caravans. You will receive a new 25-meter power lead; this allows you enough room to park at your perfect camp spot while connected to mains power. (if available)

New 110 Amp Battery

As part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack” you

Will receive a new 110Ah Battery.

New REGO & WOF

All imported UK caravans will have a new Registration and road Warrant of Fitness supplied at time of sale.

Water Pump

We supply a new 12-volt water pump as part of our “Deluxe Start-up Pack” with all imported UK caravans.

Gas Regulator & Gas Certification

All imported UK caravans will come supplied with a new gas regulator to comply with the current standard. (AS/NZS 5601.2) You will also receive a copy of the Gas Safety Compliance Certificate provided by a Registered Gas Fitter.

Live Handover

As part of the “Sales and Service Experience” with Caravan Planet we like our customers to travel away knowing how to use their new caravan. When you collect your new caravan we do a live handover where we go though step by step how to operate the systems (power, water and waste etc.) of your new caravan, so you know exactly what you are doing when you arrive at your campsite.

Spare Tyre

All of our imported UK caravans go through a strict service program prior to departure from the UK. At which time we have a complete set of new tyres fitted including the spare wheel.