1. Historical Overview & Production Profile
Once the largest caravan manufacturing empire in Europe, consolidating Sprite, Eccles, and Bluebird under Sam Alper before restructuring in the 1980s.
| Manufacturer Name | Caravans International (CI) |
|---|---|
| CRiS Manufacturer Code | CI (VIN Digits 8-9) |
| Operational Years | 1963 – 1982 (UK manufacturing) |
| Current Trade Status | Acquired / Brand Active in Europe (Trigano) |
| Factory Headquarters | Newmarket, Suffolk |
| Iconic Model Ranges | Sprite, Eccles, Europa, Autohomes, Motorhome 500, Riviera |
2. Body Shell Engineering & Construction Methods
Pioneered mass-production lightweight bonded shells across Europe.
3. Salvage, Breaker & Parts Replacement Guidance
Scotia Workshop Insight:
Historic UK spares focus on vintage gas locker pressings, hub assemblies, and early appliances.
Historic UK spares focus on vintage gas locker pressings, hub assemblies, and early appliances.
4. Verified Technical Specification Sheets (0 Models in Registry)
Select any verified Caravans International (CI) model below to view factory chassis PCDs, cold tyre pressures, fridge codes, and window cutout apertures:
Factory technical sheets for this marque are catalogued upon request.
Need Spares or Dismantling Parts for a Caravans International (CI)?
Scotia Caravan & Motorhome Salvage breaks Caravans International (CI) models regularly at our licensed facility in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire.