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Bailey Phoenix 642
RoamWorthy records the Bailey Phoenix 642 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: Twin Singles; length 7.37m; width 2.21m; height 2.62m; MTPLM 1,410kg; payload 154kg; recorded price range £16,500 to £24,500. RoamWorthy currently links 1 live dealer listing to this model. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Bailey Phoenix 642 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1410 kg
- MIRO: 1256 kg
- Payload: 154 kg
- Length: 7.37 m
- Width: 2.21 m
- Observed price range: £16,500 to £24,500
- Available listings: 1
Key features
- Alu-Tech Bodyshell construction system
- Twin fixed single beds with high-density foam mattresses
- Full-width rear washroom with separate shower cubicle
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- Large vertical front opening infinity window
- Thetford Caprice combined oven, grill and hob
- Dometic 103-litre refrigerator with electronic ignition
Bailey Phoenix 642: key points
The Bailey Phoenix 642 is a four-berth caravan with twin fixed single beds, a full-width rear washroom and a front lounge that converts into a double bed. Its recorded MTPLM is 1410 kg, with a stated payload of 154 kg, so tow-car compatibility and loading need checking against the specific caravan.
- Twin fixed single beds support separate sleeping arrangements and lead to the full-width rear washroom.
- The front lounge converts into a second double bed, providing four berths in total.
- The recorded dimensions are 7.37 m long, 2.21 m wide and 2.62 m high.
- Alu-Tech bodyshell construction, Truma Combi heating and hot water, and extensive glazing are recorded features.
- The kitchen specification includes a Thetford Caprice combined oven, grill and hob, alongside a Dometic 103-litre refrigerator.
- The current recorded price range is £16500 to £24500, although specification and condition require confirmation for any individual listing.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The marketplace currently records no listings for this model, although six hosted images are recorded.
Who should consider the Bailey Phoenix 642?
Who it suits
- Couples wanting twin fixed single beds without moving directly to a larger twin-axle caravan.
- Families or visiting guests who can use the front lounge conversion as a second double bed.
- Buyers who value a private full-width rear washroom and separate shower cubicle within a four-berth layout.
Reasons to consider it
- The twin single-bed arrangement avoids sharing a fixed bed and provides straightforward night-time access.
- The rear washroom creates a private dressing and washing area at the back of the caravan.
- At a recorded MTPLM of 1410 kg, its weight may suit more tow cars than heavier alternatives, subject to the tow car and the caravan's actual loaded weight.
- The front vertical opening window and extensive glazing are recorded as contributors to natural light in the cabin.
- The recorded 154 kg payload gives a defined allowance for carried equipment, but it must be managed carefully.
What to check
- Check the tow car's permitted towing weight, noseweight and applicable licence position against the Phoenix 642's 1410 kg MTPLM.
- Inspect how the 154 kg payload is allocated, particularly when carrying leisure equipment, fluids and personal items.
- Measure the available storage and preparation space in the kitchen, as the recorded editorial notes limited worktop space when the hob is in use.
- Assess exterior locker capacity if substantial equipment is routinely carried, as it is recorded as tighter than on the higher-spec Pegasus range.
- Verify the condition and operation of the twin beds, front-lounge conversion, rear washroom, shower cubicle and opening front window.
Worth knowing: The recorded price range is a guide rather than a confirmed price for a particular caravan. No current marketplace listings are recorded, so availability and condition cannot be inferred. Any model-year or optional-equipment differences should be confirmed before purchase.
Compare the Bailey Phoenix 642 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Phoenix 642 | 4 | 1410 kg | 7.37 m | £16,500 to £24,500 |
| Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Cadiz | 4 | 1500 kg | 7.34 m | £17,500 to £33,500 |
| Bailey Unicorn Valencia | 4 | 1498 kg | 7.37 m | £18,000 to £34,000 |
The Bailey Phoenix 642 stands out in this set for its recorded four-berth twin-single-bed and full-width rear-washroom layout, combined with the lowest recorded MTPLM among the listed alternatives. The Unicorn options have higher recorded MTPLMs and broader recorded price ranges, while the Phoenix Gt75 640 offers a closer range comparison with a higher recorded MTPLM. The right choice depends on the required layout, tow-car limits, payload needs, equipment and the condition of the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Bailey Phoenix 642 ownership checks
- Plan loading around the recorded 154 kg payload and keep heavy items low and distributed rather than concentrating them in one area.
- Allow for the caravan's recorded 7.37 m length, 2.21 m width and 2.62 m height when checking storage, access and towing routes.
- Use the twin fixed single beds as the default sleeping arrangement and reserve the front lounge conversion for occasions when four berths are needed.
- Check the single-axle loading balance before travel, particularly because the recorded editorial notes that stability depends on careful loading of heavy items.
- Keep the full-width rear washroom, separate shower cubicle and front-lounge conversion clear during setup so the layout can be used as intended.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the four-berth rating removes the need to manage the 154 kg payload.
- Treating the recorded dimensions as interchangeable with the tow vehicle's requirements, rather than checking access and towing limits.
- Overlooking the effect of kitchen worktop space when the hob is in use.
- Failing to confirm equipment fitted to the particular model year or trim.
Worth knowing: These are checks based on the recorded layout, dimensions, weights and editorial notes, not predictions of faults. Follow the individual caravan's documentation where it differs from catalogue information.
Alternatives to the Bailey Phoenix 642
- Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Cadiz - Consider it if you want another four-berth Bailey option with a similar recorded length of 7.34 m, but a higher recorded MTPLM of 1500 kg and a price range of £17500 to £33500.
- Bailey Unicorn Valencia - Consider it if you want a four-berth Bailey caravan at the same recorded length of 7.37 m, with a higher recorded MTPLM of 1498 kg and a price range of £18000 to £34000.
- Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Vigo - Consider it if you want a four-berth Bailey alternative with a recorded length of 7.34 m and MTPLM of 1500 kg, priced in the recorded range of £18500 to £33995.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Bailey Phoenix 642.
- 6 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 1 current linked dealer listing helps keep stock and price context connected to the model.
- 2 recorded source groups are available in the source section below.
Proof notes
- Specifications can differ by production year, trim and optional equipment.
- Dealer listings are used as current marketplace evidence, not as a substitute for the exact vehicle documentation.
Worth knowing: Confirm weights, dimensions and fitted equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or towing.
Sources and review status for the Bailey Phoenix 642
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:33.031658+00:00