Best MH with Dropdown bed and separate shower 6.5m

charlotte76
charlotte76 Forum Participant Posts: 4
edited August 2021 in Motorhomes #1

Hi We currently have a caravan but are looking to change to a Motorhome in a couple of years. I like to get my research done early to make sure we find the right Motorhome. We would like a drop down bed and separate shower and no more than 6.5m but ideally 6m. We are farmers and use to long vehicle's but I think with the campsites we go to and parking 6m would make life a lot easier and there is only 2 of us. I've looked at Ford Auto trail F-Line F60 and Roller Team T-Line 590 both are nice but just wondered if anyone has experience with these or any others. Any advise is greatly appreciated Thanks

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  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited August 2021 #2

    In terms of reliability and build quality there tends to be little between brands. Some people swear by European vans, others swear at them. 

    I'd suggest visiting as many dealerships as you can to see what suits and what's available without waiting endlessly for delivery. Buying close to home is good as you are bound you need to take it back for warranty work.

    Once you’ve found a few favourites, read online reports on them, preferably on MH dedicated forums.

    Wise move to aim at 6m in my view as much bigger starts to present difficulties in parking and manoeuvring.

  • young thomas
    young thomas Forum Participant Posts: 11,356
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    edited August 2021 #3

    the Roller Team 590 works far better as the Pegaso 590, ie the A class version.

    wider cab, bigger bed, when bed is deployed the lounge can still be used as the bed sits much further forward.

    however, IMO, without a doubt the best version of the van you describe is the Frankia 640 SD. huge lounge and the drop down bed can be used lengthways to give (even) more room and better access.

    youll get a bigger A class cab, better visibility, double foor, huge water tanks, better insulation, underfloor heating and storage, great kitchen and washroom.

    fabulous van, only downside for us is lack of a garage, but the larger 680 gives this.

    more expensive than the vans you mention bit there are a few used versions around...a real quality MH built to last a lifetime.

  • charlotte76
    charlotte76 Forum Participant Posts: 4
    edited September 2021 #4

    Thank you for all your advise. I will have a look at all MH you have advised on. Ideally I would like the layout of the Elddis 105 but with a dropdown bed above the lounge but I think this is not available. We don't want to change for a few years when we plan to semi retire and have more time to get away. So I have plenty of time to look for the perfect MH which to be honest is quite fun. Thanks again

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