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 via mobile 18/7/2020 at 4:45pm
Location: Ayrshire
Outfit: Auto-Sleeper MHs
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Piece of string question because there are a variety of layouts, ones that don’t suit us do suit other people.
We have a 2 berth Autosleeper Nuevo EK (end kitchen) and it feels very roomy, so my first point would be to challenge the need for 4 berths. Unless you’re having a double each. Or you want a fixed bed, because the table & bench seats usually convert into a (small) bed.
Before thinking about layouts, think about where you might be going, where it’ll be stored & put a limit on vehicle length. We go on CalMac ferries so we deliberately chose a MH less than 6.0m (when fares go up). If you’re happy to go to 7 or 8 m, then options become available like a ‘garage’ for bikes etc under a high fixed bed. Don’t go for a layout where the bed drops down from the roof unless you’re quite sprightly & have a strong bladder.
A good idea is to look round any local dealers, given there are no shows to go to. There’d be one in Manchester at some time. Sit down, close the door, what’s it like if one is cooking & the other needs the loo.
Finally - this question is asked often, there’ll be plenty of threads if you use the search button.
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18/7/2020 at 6:33pm
Location: Marches
Outfit: POSSL 2Win
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When we were searching for the "ideal van" we made a list of what we thought we wanted :- Under 6m "so it will fit on the drive" a useable washroom / toilet, fixed bed, good sized fridge, ample storage room, dining sitting area. Also able to take with you all the outdoor furniture, cycles & bbq's etc without being overweight.
We visited two shows and many dealers before deciding on a panel van conversion with Globecar and Adria models being favoured.
At the time there were not many used vans on the market, but on Autotrader we found a local "15 miles" used Fiat Ducato based Possl2Win identical to Globecar Globescout at an affordable price.
We seldom use EHU no TV, with USB rechargeable radio & lighting.
We have now had it three years, with the longest trip of 5 weeks and love it.
Since buying the van we have added :- 120w solar, 2 additional USB ports, drive away inflatable awning, Atera ds3 cycle rack, silverscreen, reversing camera, Safefil LPG bottle & mattress topper.
So check your budget before buying.
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