If you think we’ve missed any Rear Lounge vans which have a bed size of 6’3”+ please do let us know in the comments - also we’d love to know your thoughts and comments on our shortlisted vans as we narrow down to our top 3! Thanks as always 🙌
Hi David and Rachel a great video and have really enjoyed your search and the thought you have given My choices from those would be the S&L Apollo as I know you can customise them to meet any needs or wants The swift carerra as I remembered Rachel waxed lyrical about the one in your video The Warwick XL just because of the coziness and space use inside Have you looked at consort as the reef is a good looking van and I know Trev and deb like theirs and also the auto trail? Looking forward to seeing what way you decide to go All the best to you all and Roxy of course Daniel
Thanks Daniel, I was going to see if any changes to the Consort with the new models - they are nice vans but don’t seem to be as customisable as others (eg no microwave). I did spot they can do an option for a longer bed though so will be checking it out. Thanks for flagging. My height seems to be the biggest issue where I really like vans, but it’s simply not practical for sleeping comfortably. I had a look around some of the auto trails at the show but bed length was the biggest issue for me. All the best, David & Rachel 👍❤️
Great video. We were there on day 2. The Hillside Hopton rear lounge really caught our eye. Great build quality and the bonus is it is on either the VW Crafter or MAN TGE 6m platform. Worth a look!
Thanks for doing this video, other you tube channels tend to ignore the small British builders such as , S&L, Consort, IH, Devon, Vantage etc, it’s nice to see them, if there are any upgrades etc, fed up with seeing the same old makes and models again and again, thanks again, subscribed.
im sure you should have covered the autotrail v line sport range which is one of the top of the range ones with u shaped lounge 1st on my list for sure disapointed would have liked to see the 635 model is my favorite
If you like the Vantage Sol, take a look at the Consort Reef. We were close to ordering a Sol then we found Consort Motorhomes in Leeds. Superb build quality with a great layout. Our Consort Reef is a brilliant van
Thanks for the tip, appreciated. We were going to take a look at the new Consorts - the Reef looks nice - sounds like you made a good choice - all the best David & Rachel 👍
100% agree with you, we got our reef 2 months ago and absolutely love it. Outstanding service from all the consort team. They are having an open weekend from Tuesday so no appointment needed to go and view their vans
Excellent video. We recently bought the Warwick xl and we love it. However we needed to be able to exit the van through the rear doors due to the very tight space where the van is parked. Had that not been the case we would have gone for a "U" shaped lounge which also gives much more storage space and it is more easily accessed.
Thank you - appreciated. The Warwick XL is a lovely van imagine you are pleased with it. The storage place or certainly easier access to it is certainly a plus point, however as you say it's a trade off with access / also losing that space in the living area and for when the weather is great, opening the back doors is magical! Thanks again, all the very best, David & Rachel 👍
Hi David. Having spent two days at the show this week, my top 3 6.3m vans would be 1. S&L, 2. S&L and 3. S&L 😊. Looking forward to finding out your favourites
Thank you - I have the complexity of my height also to take into account - but sounds a good choice 👍 Look forward to sharing our finalised shortlist! All the very best, David 👍
Nice vans, well picked out. As you are tall you won’t like the Autotrail 635 sport as it will be too short. Your top 3 are - 1. S&L Apollo, 2. Vantage Neo, 3. Wildax Europa.
Thank you - it’s really tough to find something you like which also is suitable for a tall person 😀 Good guesses! Have a good rest of the weekend, all the best, David 👍
Thanks for flagging will check it out - appreciated - this is why we asked as we appreciate being called out anything we should be looking at - all the best, David & Rachel 👍
Not at the show, but next week ,Consort launch their 2025 range, they have an open factory week from Tuesday ,no need to book ,worth a look ,based on Leeds
Enjoyed this comparison David. Thought the Elddis were good value although I have worked on the original release so have always liked them. I am looking at the CV20/40 but we have a lab who lies to sleep on the bed in our MH. Where does Roxy sleep? Its cold on our floor in the winter
Thank you - The Elddis are definitely good value for what you get which was one of the reasons we got the CV20 in the first place. Roxy sleeps normally on a thick dog bed with a throw on it on the floor between the seats and seems to like that, the dog bed is nice and thick so keeps her cozy. Occasionally she does decide to jump up and try and get into bed though 😀 I fitted a Lagun style mount to the back door and have a small table top on it so it freed up a good bit of space where I had the table before so Roxy can get to the back and you don't trip over her when you get out of bed which works well. Hope that makes sense, all the very best, David 👍
Can you please tell me where does Roxy spend her time in the CV20 when you’re travelling and is she anchored to a seat belt? I’m still trying to work out travelling in a van with 2 belted seats 🤔
It’s a very fair point when you do the math on it, if you use a van very regularly it’s not too bad but if infrequently it’s exceptionally expensive. £70k is a lot of money. Thanks for the comment, all the very best David 👍
@@LeisureBit It isn't expensive! The full equation must take account of the value of the van when you come to part with it. We recently sold our Malibu and got the same price back as we paid for it new three years earlier.. To my mind we have had some pretty cheap holidays.
The most important thing to consider is in say 5 to 10 years in the future when you decide to pack in touring you'll get 30 to 50% back on your original purchase price, a holiday company/ b n b won't be saying thanks for custom, here's upto 50% of your holiday money back !
If you think we’ve missed any Rear Lounge vans which have a bed size of 6’3”+ please do let us know in the comments - also we’d love to know your thoughts and comments on our shortlisted vans as we narrow down to our top 3! Thanks as always 🙌
Burstner Eliseo C644? Drop down double extends to over 2m…
My Dreamer Living Van blows all of them away. Fully loaded at £85k plus 4 berth and separate shower. You need to review it 👌🏽
Thanks for the suggestion, we will have to check it out - thank you - all the best, David & Rachel 👍
Hi David and Rachel a great video and have really enjoyed your search and the thought you have given
My choices from those would be the S&L Apollo as I know you can customise them to meet any needs or wants
The swift carerra as I remembered Rachel waxed lyrical about the one in your video
The Warwick XL just because of the coziness and space use inside
Have you looked at consort as the reef is a good looking van and I know Trev and deb like theirs and also the auto trail?
Looking forward to seeing what way you decide to go
All the best to you all and Roxy of course Daniel
Thanks Daniel, I was going to see if any changes to the Consort with the new models - they are nice vans but don’t seem to be as customisable as others (eg no microwave). I did spot they can do an option for a longer bed though so will be checking it out. Thanks for flagging. My height seems to be the biggest issue where I really like vans, but it’s simply not practical for sleeping comfortably.
I had a look around some of the auto trails at the show but bed length was the biggest issue for me.
All the best, David & Rachel 👍❤️
Great video. We were there on day 2. The Hillside Hopton rear lounge really caught our eye. Great build quality and the bonus is it is on either the VW Crafter or MAN TGE 6m platform. Worth a look!
Thanks very much - appreciate the tip - will have to check it out- thanks again, all the best, David & Rachel 👍
Thanks for doing this video, other you tube channels tend to ignore the small British builders such as , S&L, Consort, IH, Devon, Vantage etc, it’s nice to see them, if there are any upgrades etc, fed up with seeing the same old makes and models again and again, thanks again, subscribed.
Thank you - really appreciated. It’s great to see British campervan and motorhome builders with some lovely vans. All the very best, David & Rachel 👍
im sure you should have covered the autotrail v line sport range which is one of the top of the range ones with u shaped lounge
1st on my list for sure disapointed would have liked to see the 635 model is my favorite
Thanks for the suggestion of the Autotrail v line sport range, will check that out - appreciated. All the very best, David & Rachel 👍
@@LeisureBitit’s a superb van great layout great value
If you like the Vantage Sol, take a look at the Consort Reef. We were close to ordering a Sol then we found Consort Motorhomes in Leeds. Superb build quality with a great layout. Our Consort Reef is a brilliant van
Thanks for the tip, appreciated. We were going to take a look at the new Consorts - the Reef looks nice - sounds like you made a good choice - all the best David & Rachel 👍
100% agree with you, we got our reef 2 months ago and absolutely love it. Outstanding service from all the consort team. They are having an open weekend from Tuesday so no appointment needed to go and view their vans
Excellent video. We recently bought the Warwick xl and we love it. However we needed to be able to exit the van through the rear doors due to the very tight space where the van is parked. Had that not been the case we would have gone for a "U" shaped lounge which also gives much more storage space and it is more easily accessed.
Thank you - appreciated. The Warwick XL is a lovely van imagine you are pleased with it. The storage place or certainly easier access to it is certainly a plus point, however as you say it's a trade off with access / also losing that space in the living area and for when the weather is great, opening the back doors is magical! Thanks again, all the very best, David & Rachel 👍
My guess is your top three are S&L, Wildax and the Swift. Looking forward to seeing what made it. Take care Gill
Thanks very much for watching and great guesses there Gill 🙌 All the very best, David & Rachel 👍
Excellent reviews of the vans David. Can’t believe the price of Project Yonder!!! 🤗xxx
Yes, it’s a very nice van with a high spec but the price tag matches. Thank you - hope to catch you soon - all the very best, David (& Rachel) 👍❤️
Hi David. Having spent two days at the show this week, my top 3 6.3m vans would be 1. S&L, 2. S&L and 3. S&L 😊. Looking forward to finding out your favourites
Thank you - I have the complexity of my height also to take into account - but sounds a good choice 👍 Look forward to sharing our finalised shortlist! All the very best, David 👍
Nice vans, well picked out. As you are tall you won’t like the Autotrail 635 sport as it will be too short. Your top 3 are - 1. S&L Apollo, 2. Vantage Neo, 3. Wildax Europa.
Thank you - it’s really tough to find something you like which also is suitable for a tall person 😀 Good guesses! Have a good rest of the weekend, all the best, David 👍
Why are you not looking at The Dreamer living van??! It's the best by far we came across and we did tons of research!
Thanks for flagging will check it out - appreciated - this is why we asked as we appreciate being called out anything we should be looking at - all the best, David & Rachel 👍
Not at the show, but next week ,Consort launch their 2025 range, they have an open factory week from Tuesday ,no need to book ,worth a look ,based on Leeds
Thanks very much for the heads up, that’s great to know. Appreciated- all the very best, David & Rachel 👍
I know that I might be slightly biased, but Consort seem to have the best build quality & definately the best after sales service.
S&L wins it for me, the attention to detail is very good.
It’s a nice van the S&L - had a lot going for it and great they can do some customisation for you too. All the best, David 👍
Enjoyed this comparison David. Thought the Elddis were good value although I have worked on the original release so have always liked them. I am looking at the CV20/40 but we have a lab who lies to sleep on the bed in our MH. Where does Roxy sleep? Its cold on our floor in the winter
Thank you - The Elddis are definitely good value for what you get which was one of the reasons we got the CV20 in the first place. Roxy sleeps normally on a thick dog bed with a throw on it on the floor between the seats and seems to like that, the dog bed is nice and thick so keeps her cozy. Occasionally she does decide to jump up and try and get into bed though 😀 I fitted a Lagun style mount to the back door and have a small table top on it so it freed up a good bit of space where I had the table before so Roxy can get to the back and you don't trip over her when you get out of bed which works well. Hope that makes sense, all the very best, David 👍
Can you please tell me where does Roxy spend her time in the CV20 when you’re travelling and is she anchored to a seat belt? I’m still trying to work out travelling in a van with 2 belted seats 🤔
Wildax for me 😉
It’s a lovely van that one 😀 thanks very much, all the very best, David & Rachel 👍
Can't decide? Let Roxy pick!
Ha ha love it! But Roxy’s van would be filled with water, sand and treats … she doesn’t care how big the beds are 😂😂😂
Roxy, Rachel & David 💗💗
At our age £70,000 is an awful lot of days in a luxurious hotel. Or even more days in a b&b . No insurance, road tax etc. I know which I prefer. 😂
It’s a very fair point when you do the math on it, if you use a van very regularly it’s not too bad but if infrequently it’s exceptionally expensive. £70k is a lot of money. Thanks for the comment, all the very best David 👍
@@LeisureBit It isn't expensive! The full equation must take account of the value of the van when you come to part with it. We recently sold our Malibu and got the same price back as we paid for it new three years earlier.. To my mind we have had some pretty cheap holidays.
@@davidlindley485 too true on value where folks have got more than they paid, think those days are going but very fair point.
And how much of that £70,000 do you get back at the end, whereas a five year old Campervan is still likely to give you £40,00+ in resale value….
The most important thing to consider is in say 5 to 10 years in the future when you decide to pack in touring you'll get 30 to 50% back on your original purchase price, a holiday company/ b n b won't be saying thanks for custom, here's upto 50% of your holiday money back !
Forgot to mention,all on their website
Thank you - will check it out 👍
Has your voice gone David?
I wish his voice had gone - he has been rattling on all week 😂😂
Rachel & Roxy 💗💗