Another camper gone, now back to motorhomes

[SpuffingtonMe]

Why is this on our California forum?? I’m sure there’s a ‘big white’ forum somewhere…

Almost makes me wonder whether some people just trawl the internet looking for reasons to get angry!

To all the folks who have responded positively and reached out to commiserate on the loss of the Bürster, many thanks. Being part of a leisure vehicle community, regardless of what vehicle you drive (but having been a California & T6 KeplerOne owner also), generally breeds an understanding and I've found over the years there's a meeting of minds and acknowledgement that what works for one, doesn't work for another, but we all have similarities in our mindset of using our vehicles for more than just a regular A-B drive.

Back on topic, we had a big rethink over the weekend. We're still of the opinion we want something generously proportioned for the family and willing to push the budget a bit given it's a longterm proposition and will likely be the mainstay of our holidays for the years to come; as a result we've narrowed in on a new van we'd previously entertained briefly, and placed a holding deposit. It's arriving from the factory on Wednesday and we'll be heading up to the dealership on Saturday to spend a few hours pouring over it with the kids and hopefully concluding a deal. Fingers crossd.

If there's any interest in the "big white" then happy to update.

 

[JAG7001]

Almost makes me wonder whether some people just trawl the internet looking for reasons to get angry!

To all the folks who have responded positively and reached out to commiserate on the loss of the Bürster, many thanks. Being part of a leisure vehicle community, regardless of what vehicle you drive (but having been a California & T6 KeplerOne owner also), generally breeds an understanding and I've found over the years there's a meeting of minds and acknowledgement that what works for one, doesn't work for another, but we all have similarities in our mindset of using our vehicles for more than just a regular A-B drive.

Back on topic, we had a big rethink over the weekend. We're still of the opinion we want something generously proportioned for the family and willing to push the budget a bit given it's a longterm proposition and will likely be the mainstay of our holidays for the years to come; as a result we've narrowed in on a new van we'd previously entertained briefly, and placed a holding deposit. It's arriving from the factory on Wednesday and we'll be heading up to the dealership on Saturday to spend a few hours pouring over it with the kids and hopefully concluding a deal. Fingers crossd.

If there's any interest in the "big white" then happy to update.

@SpuffingtonMe absolutely, keep us updated,

 

[pchmlk]

Yes please!

 

[Nand0]

If there's any interest in the "big white" then happy to update.

There's interest. Photos please

 

[Carryon Cali Camping]

Life would be boring without the odd muppet on the forums! Just ignore or enjoy the entertainment

 

[Mehdime]

If there's any interest in the "big white" then happy to update

Yes please! Now I want to know what the mystery new van is. And I’m thinking of taking one of the kids to go spend a few days on the WAW at Easter, so who knows, we might bump into your shiny new van. And if we do, we’ll want a tour

 

[SpuffingtonMe]

Yes please! Now I want to know what the mystery new van is. And I’m thinking of taking one of the kids to go spend a few days on the WAW at Easter, so who knows, we might bump into your shiny new van. And if we do, we’ll want a tour

Thanks.

I’ve got a holding deposit down on this:



It’s currently on its way from the factory and arrives at Travelworld tomorrow or Thursday. The above is a picture of a van they sold post-NEC in October when it was launched. One on the way in is pretty much identical in spec but should have the updated series-10 front end of the few Fiat cab.

It’s a bit more austere inside compared with the Bürstner but absolutely everything which we need/want.

Heading up on Saturday with the kids to view it.

 

[Cali Phillip]

Wow. What a beast. Twin wheeler. Wouldn't suit where I drive though. Enjoy. Keep us posted where you go with it

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Chapelstile campsite, cracking site and village

 

[Billylou]

Our previous van was a Dethleffs and we were very happy with it. Good build quality, not at all rattly and comfortable. The only thing that didn’t work for us was the layout so we traded it in. I noticed your in Essex, have you been to Pullingers?

 

[flying banana]

Chapelstile campsite, cracking site and village

2nd home heaven

 

[JAG7001]

Thanks.

I’ve got a holding deposit down on this:

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It’s currently on its way from the factory and arrives at Travelworld tomorrow or Thursday. The above is a picture of a van they sold post-NEC in October when it was launched. One on the way in is pretty much identical in spec but should have the updated series-10 front end of the few Fiat cab.

It’s a bit more austere inside compared with the Bürstner but absolutely everything which we need/want.

Heading up on Saturday with the kids to view it.

@SpuffingtonMe , i was actually going to suggest the Alpa when you were let down with the Burstner, better looking van in my opinion, and much the same layout, does that have the u shaped rear lounge? tho looking at those smaller windows, its prob a bedroom back there, good luck with it

 

[SpuffingtonMe]

Our previous van was a Dethleffs and we were very happy with it. Good build quality, not at all rattly and comfortable. The only thing that didn’t work for us was the layout so we traded it in. I noticed your in Essex, have you been to Pullingers?

Good to hear, thanks.

Have a call into Pullinger who have a new one coming through in May/June. Will progress that if there’s no viable deal at Travelworld.

@SpuffingtonMe , i was actually going to suggest the Alpa when you were let down with the Burstner, better looking van in my opinion, and much the same layout, does that have the u shaped rear lounge? tho looking at those smaller windows, its prob a bedroom back there, good luck with it

Thanks. Yes, slightly different to the Alpha.
This has a rear bed over garage and the midships Pullman dinette converts to a U-shaped lounge.