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Hi all, we've been looking around this weekend for a narrow width, two berth caravan. 

We noticed one of the Freedom Jetstream Enka vans at a local dealer.

Has anyone got / had one of these, and if so could you pass on any pros / cons you might be aware of ?

Alternatively, does anyone know of any other narrow width caravans manufactured?

Many thanks,

Steve & Sheila

Hi, '

Freedoms aren't that much narrower than a normal (older style)caravan just a lot shorter , we had one as a first van and thought it was brilliant, we towed with a little Suzuki 1.3 jeep or a 1.3 wagon R and went all over the place, They're made of fibreglass so you don't have the problem with rot like a lot of vans,

They are also very easy to pull around as they are so light. There are a few of us on here started out with a freedom and some still have them and all rate them as excellent little vans

Thanks for the quick reply Gazmister!

We were impressed with the unit we looked round. Width is critical as we are after a van which is narrow enough to travel down the drive into our rear garden.

The drive is 2.25m (about 7'-6"), the Enka is around 6'-8" and looked ideal.

Glad you were pleased with them, thanks once again

Steve & Sheila

Thanks Dreadnought, we're currently tenters, and love living under canvas,(or the modern equivalent).

After yet another monsoon season last year, we are were looking at investing in a folding camper, as a quicker pitch in bad weather, however,having seen the "Freedom" at the weekend, this seemed a good alternative for grabbing a short break when the weather isn't too dry.

 Thanks for the advice on the living space, it all helps!

Steve & Sheila

Thanks for the pictures Angela, that's another model for us to investigate.

PS Totally agree on the Grandparent issue!

Steve & Sheila

We started with a freedom sunseeker, 10' long 4 berth. Towed it with a mini metro.

Absolutely great, really well built and tons better than the tent. But for 5 of us it was a bit cramped and very basic, with no heating or hot water; plenty of storage though. I think the more modern ones are better equipped. As said by others, being fibreglass I think it will last for ages. The inside is solidly built as well.

You may find a motor mover useful for moving it down your narrow drive as it gives you very fine control.

The problem with them is that the insulation is rubbish. Ok in summer, but dont even think of going away in winter.

Alan

Quote: Originally posted by sptregalia on 27/1/2010

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The problem with them is that the insulation is rubbish. Ok in summer, but dont even think of going away in winter.

Alan

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