1. Historical Overview & Production Profile
The benchmark of traditional British luxury caravanning, famous for its distinctive cream body shells and opulent interiors. Acquired by Swift in 1996 and phased out around 2018.
| Manufacturer Name | Bessacarr |
|---|---|
| CRiS Manufacturer Code | BE (VIN Digits 8-9) |
| Operational Years | 1959 – Brand Retired |
| Current Trade Status | Subsumed into Swift Group |
| Factory Headquarters | Cottingham / High Melton, South Yorkshire |
| Iconic Model Ranges | Cameo, E400 Series, E500 Series, E700 Series, 495, 525, 625 |
2. Body Shell Engineering & Construction Methods
Heavy-duty luxury cabinetry, distinct cream exterior side walls, Alde wet central heating systems.
3. Salvage, Breaker & Parts Replacement Guidance
Scotia Workshop Insight:
Exceptional teardown yields. Fitted with premium Alde hydronic boilers, Thetford full ovens, and high-end Seitz windows.
Exceptional teardown yields. Fitted with premium Alde hydronic boilers, Thetford full ovens, and high-end Seitz windows.
4. Verified Technical Specification Sheets (34 Models in Registry)
Select any verified Bessacarr model below to view factory chassis PCDs, cold tyre pressures, fridge codes, and window cutout apertures:
🚌 2010 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2009 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2009 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2008 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2008 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2008 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2007 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2007 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2007 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2007 Bessacarr E760
🚌 2007 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2006 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2006 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2006 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2006 Bessacarr E760
🚌 2006 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2005 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2005 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2005 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2005 Bessacarr E760
🚌 2005 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2004 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2004 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2004 Bessacarr E495
🚌 2004 Bessacarr E760
🚌 2004 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2003 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2003 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2003 Bessacarr E760
🚌 2003 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2002 Bessacarr E425
🚌 2002 Bessacarr E435
🚌 2002 Bessacarr E765
🚌 2001 Bessacarr E425
Need Spares or Dismantling Parts for a Bessacarr?
Scotia Caravan & Motorhome Salvage breaks Bessacarr models regularly at our licensed facility in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire.