Poor quality in motorhomes?

As far as ferry prices, I don't think there is much in it between a 6M and 8M.
 
:wave: There seems to be a lot of pre 2002 Hymers for sale but not many in 2002-2006 what changed after 2001??:juggle:
 
What about this beast.

Not my cup of tea, far too big.
It is worth having a look on mobile.de too, just to see the vast range available.

Hymers, especially the older ones a great, but there other good makes. So many choices. I'm glad my choices are limited, lol.
 
mark61 said:
What about this beast.

Not my cup of tea, far too big.
It is worth having a look on mobile.de too, just to see the vast range available.

Hymers, especially the older ones a great, but there other good makes. So many choices. I'm glad my choices are limited, lol.
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:rolleyes2::juggle: tell me about it my head is sore :wave:
 
wendywo said:
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Thank you for :juggle:looking
I was told to look at age group 2002-2006 I have spotted a 2003 B564 for £25,995 its only done 15,539miles its in Wiltshire webs dealer?
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Webbs is just down the road from me and I work with the sales managers brother, they seem to give good service, my parents have recently bought a motorhome from them.
 
just to throw a spanner in the works, I have always liked the look of hobby motorhomes. they look pretty sturdy.
 
wendywo said:
Thanks for the help :) I have seen a 2001 584 it says it has a 2.8jtd engine on the fiat would this be the beginning of the change over?:confused:
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The 2.8 engine came in around 2000 but went through some changes over a short period. it was something like 2.8TD, 2.8 IdTD and then 2.8JTD. The JTD is the one you want because they still had the old style gearbox before then.

Whichever one you look at, check that when selecting reverse gear, it is towards you and back. The older crappier gearboxes had reverse which was away from you and forwards to select. There is a potential 5th gear problem with the older boxes. It is fairly easy to change the gear wheels and syncros but still costs a few quid.
 
wendywo said:
Thanks for the help :) I have seen a 2001 584 it says it has a 2.8jtd engine on the fiat would this be the beginning of the change over?:confused:
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The JTD engine is the same as mine, they were supposed to be in the 2002 models but a few were in the late 2001 as well, mine was in the Dealers in December but advertised as a 2002model, I bought it then but didn't want to register it until 2002
The 584 has the same kitchen and bathroom as the 544 but it has a fixed table instead of the pullman style dinette
 
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I have a Hymer S700 normally get 23-25 mpg or 19 with race car and trailer, just swapped from 14" wheels to 15", wow, what a difference, i was thinking of selling as it was a bit of a slug but now can cruise at 65-70 with trailer and car, quality for a 20 yr old van is brilliant, original cupboards and catches etc, in five years of ownership have been to europe many times with no problems, never got stuck on race fields with the twin rear wheels pulling us out when all others get stuck, in my opinion Hymers are the best available. Good hunting..
 
I was listening to a R4 comedy show this lunchtime, and a guy was giving a piece on German culture. To my great amusement he said that when Germans watch the Antiques Roadshow, they are surprised and astounded that anything made in Britain had actually held together for a hundred years.....
John
 
maingate said:
The 2.8 engine came in around 2000 but went through some changes over a short period. it was something like 2.8TD, 2.8 IdTD and then 2.8JTD. The JTD is the one you want because they still had the old style gearbox before then.

Whichever one you look at, check that when selecting reverse gear, it is towards you and back. The older crappier gearboxes had reverse which was away from you and forwards to select. There is a potential 5th gear problem with the older boxes. It is fairly easy to change the gear wheels and syncros but still costs a few quid.
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that old g/box sounds like the one in my iveco 59 c 12 i have went back a few times instead of forward:scared:
 
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maingate said:
The 2.8 engine came in around 2000 but went through some changes over a short period. it was something like 2.8TD, 2.8 IdTD and then 2.8JTD. The JTD is the one you want because they still had the old style gearbox before then.

Whichever one you look at, check that when selecting reverse gear, it is towards you and back. The older crappier gearboxes had reverse which was away from you and forwards to select. There is a potential 5th gear problem with the older boxes. It is fairly easy to change the gear wheels and syncros but still costs a few quid.
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Thank You this is really helpful to know

I am really glad I started this thread I have learnt a lot and had a laugh as well thanks everyone at least now I have somewhere to start without trawling around looking at loads of motorhomes without a clue what's good or bad :eek: .
The bad fittings and water leaks in the vans I saw left me feeling lost as to where to go next :cheers: hopefully my first camper is not too far away now:camper:

Don't go away I am sure I will be back with more questions soon :juggle:
 
trevskoda said:
that old g/box sounds like the one in my iveco 59 c 12 i have went back a few times instead of forward:scared:
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In my 40-10 too - 1st is a crawler gear in mine , doesn't like the 1st to 2nd shift and definatly too near reverse that doesn't have a good gate on it. Bet theres been a couple of soiled seats in vehicles behind me when my reversing lights come on.

Rich
 
yorkslass said:
just to throw a spanner in the works, I have always liked the look of hobby motorhomes. they look pretty sturdy.
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I've got an older Hobby 600 and it's really solid and well built. If I had money, I wouldn't hesitate to buy a newer one. I like the fixed rear bed, so easy!
 
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Woke up this morning with the clear thought of looking for a Hymer B584, B564 or B544 over 2002 in age and also looking at some Vantage vans so now I have narrowed it down a bit wish me luck I can't wait to get on the road and meet some of you I owe you a drink for your help and patients :drive:.
Let me know if you spot a good one:cheers:
 
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Good luck Wendy. Hope you can find one soon and come to the girlie meet to show it off

Sue :)
 
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