Alan 1,273 #1 Posted July 25, 2017 While at our favourite, favorite for those of you across the pond, hunting ground yesterday, Chris decided to tow one of John's caravans to a more scenic spot. It had been tucked away hidden from view for years. Chris thought it would make a nice tea and chat room for the many visitors we get to view John's rapidly decreasing piles of scrap metal and general junk. I was a bit dubious but Chris reminded me that he had years of experience towing caravans, old and new, for one of the main dealers. Reassured with this news I said go ahead and went off to attend to others matters. A few minutes later Chris came looking for me with a VERY RED face. "I'm sorry" he managed to force out of his mouth, floods of tears rolling down his cheeks, and his lips trembling. "I've had a little accident, don't know how it happened, but it could have been the rough ground, that's my excuse anyway and I'm sticking to it". I was horrified. A perfectly good caravan RUINED. " It's never happened to me before, Chris managed to mumble", before bursting into more floods of tears. At this stage I began to feel a bit sorry for him and made him ANOTHER cup of tea. After he had regained his composure and started to look a bit more cheerful, he asked if I would take a photo of him posing as if he had just killed a wild animal. You can see this photo below. It was decided that repairs could probably be made without having to claim on Chris's insurance, which was just as well as he informed me that he didn't have any. Anyway, for those of you with weak hearts, close your eye's before viewing the photo's below. Finally, if you decide to get Chris to move your caravan, make sure it is well wrapped in bubble wrap or cotton wool. You have been WARNED. 2 4 1 Ian, Stormin, meadowfield and 4 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #2 Posted July 26, 2017 Rear lights look ok and the side windows would look good in his van. On second thoughts forget the windows. Pam would be able to see what he's got hidden in the van. 1 1 ACman and the showman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #3 Posted July 26, 2017 A nice demolition job Chris, it looks like the cooker top can be saved though 1 the showman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anglo Traction 1,016 #4 Posted July 26, 2017 Good effort Chris !, still some way to go to reach the abilities of the old Top Gear Team with Caravans though . 1 1 ACman and the showman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #5 Posted July 26, 2017 Here's a couple of photos of the picturesque caravan park before i got into it with the mini digger. both of us forgot to mention there was a stray cat living in the caravan but he was evicted before the move, i think he's moved next door temporary, 3 1 Stormin, ACman, Triumph66 and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #6 Posted July 26, 2017 Looks like some firewood leaning up against one of those 'vans. Just waiting for you to take away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris 642 #7 Posted July 27, 2017 Bet the car which used to tow it is in there too Chris 2 the showman and ACman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the showman 4,074 #8 Posted July 27, 2017 1 hour ago, Chris said: Bet the car which used to tow it is in there too Chris If it is Chris, we haven't found it yet. 1 ACman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Triumph66 1,256 #9 Posted July 27, 2017 A really well written humorous story Alan. I had my doubts about his caravan towing skills and this confirms my suspicions. 2 ACman and Alan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeadExam 1,783 #10 Posted July 30, 2017 You may be able to buff it out with a good wax. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
