Thoughts welcomed.
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Lots to go at then, cheers folk. Mrssf threw me a surprise yesterday with the suggestion that a rear lounge may be worth considering, just for a complete change. That may rule out continentals. Personally I like the suggestion of the short A class Rapido myself mind but have never driven one of these. Any noticeable change in driving one of these, sitting in them they seem more bus like and I'm unsure about the lack of a driver' cab door in the continentals..
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Something a bit different, have you looked at the Moto Trek range of vehicles? I'd post a link, but never seem to get one to go live. Dealers/manufacturers based in Sheffield I think.
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Coincidentally Mrssf was looking at these using the Manchester Show Website link, like you ttda, she could not access from moto-trek's own link. Also had previously looked at the IH motorhomes but they are very expensive and quite a few optionals we would want push the price even higher.
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You'll be joining us with a Warwick Duo at this rate, Micky.
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They are a bit quirky, made with a sporting background in mind, both motor sports and I think they make quality horse boxes as well. The side slide outs are a bit different. Too much leather and gloss for our taste, but they look quality, and price isn't cheap. If you take a look at Classified Ads ( top row, above), I think they advertise via the Club.
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We bought a Chausson brand new about seven years ago, kept it for just over three and was more than happy with the quality of it. We only had one issue from memory, the habitation door started to rust along the bottom edge but the whole door was replaced no problems at all. Don't get me wrong, they're not top quality but then they're not top prices either...and might just do a small van to suit your needs.
Have fun deciding!
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Hi BB,
To start, I have to say that, I enjoy your comments on here, you clearly have loads of experience of motorhoming and it is good that you are able to share that experience on here. Keep it up.
However, with regard to your comment about Swift and their quality, compared to the German build, I have to say that you get what you pay for. I looked at a sub 6.5m German option, both Hymer and Carthago and by the time I added the necessary options the price of both had shot up well over £80K, for a very small van.
I bought my Swift Kontiki 2 years ago for under £70K and it came with engine upgrade, auto gears, alloy wheels, 2 batteries, two solar panels and all the extras anyone will need, all as standard and with plenty of room.
I accept the different type of design between UK and EU, and thats a personal choice, but I am not sure that the price of those that I reviewed reflects that much quality difference for that much price difference.
We are very happy with our Swift, no real issue with the quality and, as I say, all the extras bundled in at a reasonable price and loads of space. Like any make of caravan, MH or car the quality improves when you pay more for something higher up the range. The quality of the Kontiki is superior to that of the lower priced ranges of Swift MHs, as with any make.
Its a pity that shorter UK models dont have garages like their EU conterparts.
But, the OH wants something shorter next time, so she can drive it and it must have a large garage. So we continue to look around and read these posts on these pages with interest.
Still waiting for Chelston to take delivery of their 2018 Carthagos!
BillC
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I've looked at a few Wingamms myself at past motorhome shows. As has been said they are beautifully designed and built. I'd suggest the drop-down bed, if suitable for you, is likely to be well-constructed. There are several models available - on VW, Fiat and Merc - they're just not all available for inspection in the UK!
As for insulation in glass-fibre bodies, I had a La Strada Nova with a similar monocoque structure which was superbly insulated and so, whilst you need to enquire, it's unlikely to me that an Italian van will not be designed to cope with overwintering in the Alps. It's only older Brit vans that didn't bother overmuch with insulation (for summer use only). Euro vans have treated it seriously for decades.
As for buying from distant dealerships, I suspect there would be less need to do so than with lesser brands. But Aston Leisure, Edinburgh do hire them out - so you could try before you buy. I didn't get around to that!
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