Who makes the best Motorhomes?

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thomasplc

Just bought new Hobby van despite being German and supposedly having excellent build quality I would challenge this also trying to get faults rectified seems a never ending task I would say if you are looking at these be very careful and get any faults fixed before you accept delivery
 
Best van? Well if money isn't to be a factor I'll have a nice British RS Endeavour please!!

However, since my budget was £5,000, there's not much choice beyond a small VC.

Although I do quite like the new Bailey vans. If thats their first couple of attempts at stepping up to the MH market, then I think other manufacturers need to watch out. I think they're going to be popular 2nd hand vans too!
 
The Holy Grail, I suspect!

The manufacturer that produces the motorhome that best suits your needs! But from experience, I would always look at Autosleepers first.
 
No idea who makes the best motorhomes but it's unlikely that I would buy anything other than a Hymer dated between 1980 and about 1997..
 
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I am now enjoying my second Vantage NEO, excellent spec and build quality, after sales is also very attentive, built up to a standard, not down to a price.
 
vindiboy said:
..... I recently looked at a Chaussen and was tempted to change again but didn't. The Chaussen did not have a spare wheel, some clap trap about getting some sealant to squirt in the tyre if I got a puncture, great if the trye gets ripped , I told the Salesman that I would not take a van off a forecourt without a spare wheel and he promptly offered to give me one in the deal, I realise that the spare is not included because of weight but I would not take a van on the road without one.
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Strange, ours has one underneath the garage. different models I guess. Our dealer has been fantastic in getting little things fixed that were broken by the previous owners, can't fault the service at all. They spent hours teaching us what all the various knobs, buttons and switches did.

Elaine
 
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Chausson I say - Simply because after 6yrs the only thing to break was the little plastic catch that held the TV slider in. Also after 6yrs EVER door opened and closed without sticking!

We also had an Autosleeper Talisman many years ago that was faultless, but I don't know about the newer models.
 
All I can say to this is that I carefully researched my requirements before I decided...I was looking for a Campervan conversion based on a vehicle similar in size to a VW van...I looked at the various manufacturers on Google and the various vehicles, their build quality and very importantly their customer service relating to provision of spares, repairs, and maintenance.

Some converters appeared to be producing a nice enough build but appeared to provide little in the way of a comprehensive follow up service.

I eventually picked Wellhouse Leisure in Shepley, Huddersfield who did my conversion on a Toyota Hiace Regius...I did have several teething problems which were sorted out quickly and efficiently and they are always there on the end of the phone to give advice or mail a part should you need it...a very friendly group who treat you as you would expect to be treated.

I haven't looked back....you can see the quality of their builds on their Facebook page (photo albums) at Welcome to Facebook
 
Skar said:
No idea who makes the best motorhomes but it's unlikely that I would buy anything other than a Hymer dated between 1980 and about 1997..[/Quote

Could not agree more and I steer clear of anything new and anything made in the UK
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Hymer

I am the proud owner of a Hymer E650. I had an older one before that, so I think I can tell quality when I see it.

I was appalled a couple of weeks ago when we called in at a Camping Car garage near to us. Whilst buying vittles for the van we took a look around the new, and not so new vans that were for sale.

Burstner,s, Pilotes, Deffleffs, in fact most of the popular makes. Most had low mileage and interiors that were falling apart. Plus entry doors that were so flimsy that they had bowed under the pressure of being opened. I could go on but then I would probably rant....................so to sum up.

Check out the older vans, they're built better, cost less and do all the things that the newer models do.

Oh and for wild camping....................the E650 with built in generator, is purrfect.
 
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I am the proud owner of a Hymer E650. I had an older one before that, so I think I can tell quality when I see it.

I was appalled a couple of weeks ago when we called in at a Camping Car garage near to us. Whilst buying vittles for the van we took a look around the new, and not so new vans that were for sale.

Burstner,s, Pilotes, Deffleffs, in fact most of the popular makes. Most had low mileage and interiors that were falling apart. Plus entry doors that were so flimsy that they had bowed under the pressure of being opened. I could go on but then I would probably rant....................so to sum up.

Check out the older vans, they're built better, cost less and do all the things that the newer models do.

Oh and for wild camping....................the E650 with built in generator, is purrfect.
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Hi there coyote would have sent you a private message but not able to for some reason I am looking to buy a E690 in the future with a built in generator how loud are they and is yours the 2800cc or 2500cc engine PM if you can so we are not taking over this thread

thanks mark
 
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There you go; everyone seems to have recommended their own vans - at least those who did the proper research on their own needs have.

Problem is that every one has a different set of needs - which is why there are so many different choices.
 
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Consider custom built before you jump in. I can recommend Youngs Conversions at Bletchley. They've just done a job for us. Described in one word EXCELLENT.
 
True wild camping and motorhomes that obviously look like motorhomes dont go together in my opinion.
Stealth is the name of the game otherwise you just get moved on.
Comparing the insulation you can put into a panel van conversion compared to a motorhome coach build I know which van I would prefer in hot weather and cold weather.
So for me it not who makes the best motorhome its who makes the best base van for self conversion.
 
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there is a place for all of them .you can wild /free camp in just about anything . some say you cant but ideally you just have to blend in with the rest .thats why i have a truck .i can look like a truck parked up in town or out in the country . never been asked to move here in uk . only a few times in spain . the rest just pull up and park.
mind have done the same all my life in campers m,homes . sensible parking is the key.
must say chassis cab n box is possibly the best way to build from . add a few windows thick kingspan or cellotex or the newer insulation thats being used today .thin ply on the inside .wallpaper or polyester skin to finish the inside looks like a factory job. build what you want . could be the life long friend . had my trailer 12 yrs now works fine for me.
 
Some places motorhomes are welcome but in Italy for example you get moved on a lot.
Like I said just in my experiences.
 
Its funny you mentioned this as I was going to say Ive seen a few on my travels and always thought what a great idea as some of the caravans you get now are fantastic.
What are the regs for bolting one onto a chasis cab I wonder?
Its got to be more difficult than it seems.
 
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